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Botanical Name |
Thymus Mastichina |
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Main Constituents: |
4.9% |
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Plant Part |
Flowers and Leaves |
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Origin |
Spain |
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Processing Method |
Steam Distilled |
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Flash point |
52 °C |
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Relative density |
0.890 - 0.920 (g/cm3 @20°C) |
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Color & Consistency |
A thin, clear, pale yellow liquid. |
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Aromatic Summary |
A middle note with a medium aroma, it has a warm and spicy aroma, with a note like nutmeg. |
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Blends With |
BOrange, Lavender, Rosewood, Frankincense, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus, Basil, Thyme, Elemi, Chamomile, and spices like Nutmeg or Cardamom. |
Cautions: Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.
Storage: It is recommended that oils be stored in dark glass containers to maintain freshness and attain maximum shelf life.
Product Abstract and Benefits: An herb of the Origanum family, Thymus mastichina is commonly known as Wild Marjoram, Spanish Marjoram and Mastic Thyme, and in the Iberian peninsula, enjoyed popularity as a common medicinal herb. A few drops can be put in a vaporizer before bed, and a few drops can be added to a hot bath at the first signs of a cold. It is used in masculine, oriental, and herbal-spicy blends for perfumes and colognes.
