Manuka Essential Oil

Manuka Essential Oil has a rich, sweet and herbaceous aroma with warm honey-like notes and a soft earthy finish. The scent is grounding and rounded, giving it a comforting presence in aromatic blends.

Product Details

Bottled in the UK for freshness and traceability.
100% pure natural essential oil with no fillers, synthetics or additives.
Ethically sourced and cruelty free.
Vegan friendly.
Supplied in high quality amber glass bottles to help protect the oil.

Botanical Information

Botanical Name: Leptospermum scoparium
Plant Part Used: Leaves and stems
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Aroma: Sweet, herbaceous with warm honeyed and earthy notes
Shelf Life: Once opened, store in a cool, dark place and use within 12 months for best quality.

Aroma Profile

Manuka Essential Oil is known for its warm and distinctive herbal aroma. It opens softly with gentle green notes, develops into a sweet, honeyed herbal heart and settles into a mild earthy base.

Top notes: Soft green herbal
Middle notes: Sweet, honeyed herbaceous
Base notes: Gentle earthy

Scent Family

Herbal
Fresh

How to Use Manuka Essential Oil

There are several ways to enjoy Manuka Essential Oil as part of everyday aromatic routines.

Diffusion
Add a few drops of Manuka Essential Oil to water in your diffuser to gently disperse its warm, herbal aroma into the room.

Topical Use
Always dilute Manuka Essential Oil with a suitable carrier oil before applying to the skin. A typical dilution rate is 1 to 2%, which is around 1 to 2 drops per 10 ml of carrier oil. Carry out a patch test before use.

Bathing
Add a small amount of properly diluted Manuka Essential Oil to warm bath water to create a light aromatic atmosphere.

Massage
Blend Manuka Essential Oil with a carrier oil at an appropriate dilution and use as part of a massage routine.

How to Dilute Manuka Essential Oil

General use usually requires a 1 to 2% dilution. For every 30 ml of carrier oil, add approximately 6 to 12 drops of Manuka Essential Oil and mix well in a dark glass container.
For facial use or sensitive skin, a gentler dilution of 0.5 to 1% is recommended. Always carry out a patch test before broader application, and avoid stronger concentrations unless advised by a qualified professional.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin or history of this essential oil

Manuka is native to New Zealand and has long been valued locally for its aromatic foliage and distilled oil.

How is the oil produced

The oil is produced by steam distillation of the leaves and stems of Leptospermum scoparium.

What does this essential oil smell like

It smells sweet and herbaceous with warm honey-like notes and a soft earthy undertone.

Which oils blend well with it

Manuka blends well with woody, citrus and herbal oils such as cedarwood, bergamot, lavender and eucalyptus.

How should the oil be stored

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, with the bottle tightly closed.

How is it best used

It is commonly used in diffusion, massage blends, bathing and other external aromatic applications.

Is it safe for children or pets

Extra caution is advised. Use only in very low dilutions and avoid use around pets unless guidance is provided by a qualified professional.

Precautions

FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Always dilute with a suitable carrier oil before topical use.
Avoid use during pregnancy.
Keep away from children.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Carry out a patch test before use.
Keep away from eyes.

Natural Variation Notice: This essential oil is 100% pure and natural. Variations in colour, viscosity or aroma may occur between batches and do not affect quality.
Disclaimer: Individual experiences may vary. Seek professional advice if unsure before use.

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