Latin name: Litsea Cubeba
Aroma: a combination of orange and lemon, very fresh and crisp
Blends well with: Basil, Bergamot, Geranium, Ginger, Jasmine, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood and Ylang-Ylang.
It is known to be an effective antifungal, is great for oily skin (low dosage, well diluted) and has a cooling effect. It is astringent and can be used in facial toners, again in small doses.It's great when someone has a cold or flu, feels hot and has muscle aches. It has a great antimicrobial effect, so kills all sorts of germs, and is cooling and refreshing. May Chang is also a great anti-inflammatory. It's calming effects are useful if you can't sleep. It is known for dealing with insomnia, try combining it in a blend with Lavender and Roman Chamomile, and drift off to sleep...
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