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Categories Essential & Other Oils Essential Oils Essential Oils G - O Honey Myrtle- Essential Oils 6 ml Honey Myrtle Essential Oil
Product Description
Ingredients: Melaleuca Teretifolia Branch/Leaf Oil
Botanical Name: Melaleuca Teretifolia
Country of Origin: Australia
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Plant Part: Leaf and Branch
Type of Agriculture: Conventional
Features: Honey Myrtle essential oil, derived from the Melaleuca teretifolia plant, is prized for its soothing, uplifting, and fresh aroma.
Properties/Benefits: Honey Myrtle can be added to facial cleansers and other skincare applications, such as masks and toners. It may also be used in bath products to enhance the bathing experience with a calming aroma. Key compounds include:
- Citral: A naturally occurring organic compound found in essential oils of citrus fruits, such as lemon and lime. In skincare and cosmetics, it is primarily used as a fragrance component, adding a bright, fresh, and citrusy scent to a wide range of products.
- Geraniol: Adds to the floral scent and calming sensation.
Specifications:
- Citral (Neral & Geranial): 60.0% – 70.0%
- Myrcene: 9.0% – 15.0%
- Geraniol: 2.0% – 6.5%
- Nerol: 2.5% – 5.0%
- Trans-isocitral: 0.0% – 3.0%
- 1,8-cineole: 1.0% – 2.0%
- Limonene: 0.5% – 2.0%
- Linalool: 0.5% – 2.0%
- Alpha-pinene: 0.5% – 1.5%
Appearance: Colourless to pale yellow to yellow liquid
Odour: Citrus, honey, green
Note of Blends: Middle
Strength of Aroma: Strong
Safety: It is important to note that essential oils should be used with care and diluted properly before use, especially when applied topically. Avoid use during pregnancy.
Common Uses:
- Facial cleansers
- Soaps
- Face toners
- Moisturisers
- Serums
- Shampoos
- Conditioners
- Perfumes
- Eye cream
- Facial oils
Did you know? An intriguing characteristic of Melaleuca teretifolia, known as Honey Myrtle, is its resilience in harsh environmental conditions, especially in regions with poor soil quality or those prone to drought. The plant’s adaptation strategy to these adverse conditions is particularly remarkable: it has evolved an extensive root system that reaches deep into the earth to access water and nutrients. Furthermore, Honey Myrtle employs a distinctive ecological strategy known as "allelopathy." This involves the secretion of biochemical substances into its surroundings, which can suppress the growth of rival plant species. This mechanism not only reduces competition for essential resources but also ensures the survival and predominance of Melaleuca teretifolia within its native habitat.
Suggested Storage: Stored at temperature <30°C in closed containers and protected from direct sunlight.
100% True to the Botanical Name, GMO-Free, Non-Radiated, Preservative Free, Vegan-Friendly, Petrochemical-Free.
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