General Properties

• analgesic
• antibacterial
• antifungal
• antihistaminic
• decongestant
• expectorant
• insecticidal

Description

Manuka is a shrub that grows wild in New Zealand. The essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and is usually colorless. Its main components are caryophyllene, geraniol, pinene and linalol.

Manuka is a powerful bactericide, as well as possessing anti-viral, decongestant and analgesic properties. Because of this, it is great for treating colds, sinusitis, bronchitis, etc. There have been good results, as well, with application neat onto cold sores. Manuka also carries with it anti-histamine properties, which make it valuable for use when dealing with insect bites and stings and as a local analgesic, it is good for muscular and rheumatic pain. Insects do not seem to like it, making it a wise addition to your natural bug repellent. This oil blends well with most other oils and will help to make any blend anti-infectious.

Specific Cautions

References

Information about this essential oil came from the following sources:

1. Worwood, Valerie Ann. The Fragrant Pharmacy. (Toronto: Bantam Books, 1990)
2. Davis, Patricia. Aromatherapy: An A-Z. (United Kingdom: Saffron Walden, 1988)
3. Tisserand, Robert and Tony Balacs. Essential Oil Safety. Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone, 1995)

Note and Disclaimer

The information and opinions provided here are for general educational purposes only and do not replace medical advice. It is your responsibility to consult a suitably qualified medical practitioner to ensure that you will not have any medical problems from any of our products.

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