Viruses constantly floating around the office... Cajeput in the diffuser is your friend!
| Extraction Method: |
Steam Distillation |
| Part of Plant: |
Leaves |
| Country of Origin: |
Indonesia |
| Growing Method: |
Wild |
| Description: |
Melaleuca cajuputi, commonly known as cajuput or white samet is a plant in the myrtle family, Myrtaceae and is widespread in Australia, Southeast Asia, New Guinea and the Torres Strait islands. It is a medium to tall tree with papery bark, silvery new growth and white or greenish flower spikes. |
| Aromatic Description: |
When opening the bottle you get a penetrating camphorous-medicinal odour similar to Eucalyptus, but slightly milder with a fruity touch. |
| Aroma Family: |
Leafie |
| Strength of Aroma: |
Medium |
| Colour: |
Colourless to Pale Yellow or Greenish |
| Consistency: |
Thin |
| Aromatic Note: |
Middle |
| Evaporation Rate: |
4-6 hours |
| Blends well with: |
Chamomile, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Juniper berry, Lemon, and Rosemary. |
| Blending Factor: |
3 |
| Body Systems: |
Digestive, Integumentary, Musculoskeletal, Psychological, Respiratory |
| Therapeutic Actions: |
Analgesic, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, expectorant, febrifuge, stimulant, sudorific, vermifuge. |
| Clinically Proven: |
Antifungal, antimicrobial, antiseptic |
| Common Uses: |
Warming and relieving, Cajeput is often used in massage balms to relieve aches and pains whether caused by upset tummies, injury or rheumatism, and is one of the key ingredients used in Tiger Balm.
Cajeput helps ease breathing conditions, whether they're caused by asthma, sinus congestion or a respiratory infection, making it ideal to add to a diffuser when viruses are around, and can also soothe a sore throat by breathing in the mist.
It can be used as a disinfectant and is beneficial to help prevent the spread of infection.
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| Skincare / Perfumery: |
In skincare, cajeput can be used to treat oily congested skin although sparingly and never applied neat, as it can irritate the skin.
Used as a fragrance and freshening agent in soaps, cosmetics and perfumes.
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| Best form of Application: |
To skin - Massage, compress, bath
Inhalation – direct inhalation, sniffy tube, diffuser, oil vaporiser
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| Personality Profile: |
One hasn't been created to date... let me know how you feel it! |
| Energetics and Subtle Aromatherapy: |
In Chinese medicine, Cajeput is used for damp congested conditions due to its warming nature. It can bring focus when one is feeling tired and confused and would work well for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for creating clarity and focus. |
| Astral Profile: |
Planet: Saturn
Element: Metal
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| Chakra: |
Heart |
| Colour Therapy: |
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| Crystal: |
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| Magical Influences: |
Devotion to Spirit - yours or higher conciousness |
| History: |
A relative of Australian Tea Tree, Cajeput has many similar properties. Native to Indonesia, it has traditionally been used to treat colds, flu and joint pain. |
| Shelf life: |
Users can expect a shelf life of 2-3 Years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).
Current Batch exp 8 Mar 2022
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| Cautions: |
Flammable. May cause skin irritation in some. Use in moderation. Not recommended for children under 13. |
Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only.
Sourced from:
Battaglia, S. (2020). Aromatherapy and Chakras. Black Pepper Creative Pty Ltd, Australia.
Battaglia, S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 3rd Edition. Black Pepper Creative Pty Ltd, Australia, 2018
Battaglia, S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition. The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
Brophy, Joseph J.; Craven, Lyndley A.; Doran, John C. (2013). Melaleucas : their botany, essential oils and uses. Canberra: Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research.
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Lawless, J. (1995). The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils. Element Books Ltd, UK.
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Wildwood, C. (1994). Create Your Own Perfumes using Essential Oils. Piatkus, UK.
Worwood, V. (1995). The Fragrant Heavens - The Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy. Doubleday, UK.
Worwood, V. (1999). The Fragrant Mind - Aromatherapy for Personality, Mind, Mood and Emotion. Doubleday, UK.
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