Cistus/Labdanum Essential Oil
Labdanum/Cistus essential oil has a strong long-lasting warm and sweet aroma. This is an intriguingly complex and rich balsamic oil that is used in aromatherapy as a grounding and balancing oil. A general Tonic for all systems.
Botanical Name: Cistus labdaniferus
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Part Typically Used: Leaves/Stalk
Perfumery Note: Base
Country of Origin: Spain
Typical Main Constituents
Pinene - 58.08%
Bornyl acetate - 6.60%
Camphene - 3.93%
Cymene - 3.87%
Limonene - 2.66%
Viridiflorene - 2.21%
Pinocarveol - 2.09%
Actions: Antimicrobial, Antiseptic, Balsamic, Expectancy, Astringent, Emmenagogue & General Tonic
Blends well with: Oakmoss, juniper, pine, cypress, sandalwood, patchouli, lavenders, chamomile & clary sage.
Skin Care: Mature skin & wrinkles.
Respiratory System: Coughs, Inflammation & irritation of the nose.
Immune System: Colds
Safety Data: Do not use if the oil has become oxidized as it can lead to skin sensitization (Tisserand & Young (2014). Essential Oil Safety - Second Edition. United Kingdom: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier).
General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations
Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.
General Disclaimer
The product information provided on this website is intended for educational purposes only. The information provided is not considered to be complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate. The information contained in this website is not intended to be sufficient to provide diagnosis and/or treatment of medical conditions. It is recommended that treatment of serious health conditions be done with the help of a trained qualified medical practitioner.
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Learn moreLabdanum/Cistus essential oil has a strong long-lasting warm and sweet aroma. This is an intriguingly complex and rich balsamic oil that is used in aromatherapy as a grounding and balancing oil. A general Tonic for all systems.
Botanical Name: Cistus labdaniferus
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Part Typically Used: Leaves/Stalk
Perfumery Note: Base
Country of Origin: Spain
Typical Main Constituents
Pinene - 58.08%
Bornyl acetate - 6.60%
Camphene - 3.93%
Cymene - 3.87%
Limonene - 2.66%
Viridiflorene - 2.21%
Pinocarveol - 2.09%
Actions: Antimicrobial, Antiseptic, Balsamic, Expectancy, Astringent, Emmenagogue & General Tonic
Blends well with: Oakmoss, juniper, pine, cypress, sandalwood, patchouli, lavenders, chamomile & clary sage.
Skin Care: Mature skin & wrinkles.
Respiratory System: Coughs, Inflammation & irritation of the nose.
Immune System: Colds
Safety Data: Do not use if the oil has become oxidized as it can lead to skin sensitization (Tisserand & Young (2014). Essential Oil Safety - Second Edition. United Kingdom: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier).
General Essential Oil Safety Recommendations
Do not take essential oils internally unless under advisement by a qualified medical professional.
Do not use essential oils undiluted on the skin. It is always best to try a small patch test first of the diluted essential oil.
People who are pregnant or have serious medical problems are advised to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils.
Use extreme caution when using essential oils with children. It is safest to consult with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using essential oils with children.
General Disclaimer
The product information provided on this website is intended for educational purposes only. The information provided is not considered to be complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate. The information contained in this website is not intended to be sufficient to provide diagnosis and/or treatment of medical conditions. It is recommended that treatment of serious health conditions be done with the help of a trained qualified medical practitioner.