May Chang essential oil
Botanical name: Litsea cubeba
Key Facts 🔎
| Sizes | 10 ml, 25 ml, 50 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml, 500 ml, 1 litre |
| Origin | China |
| Extraction | Steam distillation of pepper-like fruits |
| Fragrance Note | Top |
| Purity | 100 % pure; carefully quality-checked |
| Sourcing | Pesticide-free; sustainable cultivation |
Why Choose Abbey Essentials May Chang Oil?
Formulated in the UK from steam-distilled Litsea cubeba fruits, our May Chang oil captures a crisp, fruity-citrus character with subtle vegetative undertones. Each batch is carefully mixed and quality-checked to ensure a consistently uplifting, therapeutic-grade oil.
Overview
May Chang essential oil offers a bright, citrus-fruit aroma reminiscent of lemongrass and lemon verbena. Historically used to perfume the body before meditation, it may help promote physical relaxation, mental clarity and relief from fatigue.
Notes
- Top Note: Bright, crisp citrus
- Middle Note: Fresh, fruity heart
- Base Note: Light, vegetal finish
Scent Family
Citrus · Fresh · Herbal
Aromatic Description
Sharp fruity-citrus top notes blend into a sweet, lemongrass-like core with a gentle green-herbaceous base.
Therapeutic Properties
Astringent · Antiseptic · Stimulant · Tonic
Volatility & Evaporation Rate
Fast evaporation; ideal for bright top-note prominence in blends.
Plant Origin & Production
- Botanical Source: Litsea cubeba
- Grown in: China
- Plant Part: Small pepper-like fruits
- Extraction Method: Steam distillation
- Aroma Profile: Fruity-citrus, fresh, vegetal
Tradition & Natural Wellness Use
Known as an “oil of tranquillity,” May Chang was blended with almond oil to perfume the body before prayer or meditation. Today, it may help to:
- Promote relaxation and ease fatigue
- Support mental clarity under stress
- Provide a gentle antiseptic action
Ideal For
- Uplifting diffuser blends
- Relaxing massage oils
- Stress-relief bath soaks
- Mood-lifting aromatherapy
- DIY skin-toning formulations
Popular Uses
Aromatherapy (Mood & Atmosphere)
Add 3–5 drops to a diffuser or bowl of warm water to uplift and refresh your space.
Holistic & Wellness Routines
Blend 2–4 drops with a carrier oil and massage onto temples or shoulders to relieve tension and promote calm. Note: see your product label for dilution guidelines and seek professional advice for health concerns.
DIY Skincare & Beauty
Add 1–2 drops per 10 ml base emollient to creams or serums to tone and refresh skin. Patch test before use; avoid sensitive areas.
Blends Well With
- Basil essential oil
- Bergamot essential oil
- Cedarwood essential oil
- Galangal essential oil
- Geranium essential oil
- Ginger essential oil
- Jasmine essential oil
- Lavender essential oil
- Lemon essential oil
- Orange essential oil
- Petitgrain essential oil
- Rosemary essential oil
- Sandalwood essential oil
- Ylang-Ylang essential oil
⚠️ Caution
May Chang essential oil should always be diluted to 5 % or less in a carrier oil before application. It may be slightly irritating to sensitive skin. Not recommended for internal use. Consult a healthcare professional if pregnant, breastfeeding or under medical supervision. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Tags
Relaxation · Uplifting · Mental clarity · Astringent · Tonic
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May Chang Essential Oil
May Chang Essential Oil
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