Description :
Cajeput essential oil is produced by steam distillation of the fresh leaves and twigs from a tall evergreen tree up to 30 meters high, having thick pointed leaves and white flowers.

Constituents & Specifications :
Cajeputene hydrate, eucalyptol, cajuputol, solid terpineol
Specific Gravity : 0.910 - 0.919 @ 72°F
Refractive Index : 1.4670 - 1.470 @ 72°F

Properties :
IMildly analgesic, anti microbial, anti neuralgic (pulmonary, urinary, intestinal), anthelminthic, diaphoretic, carminative, expectorant, febrifuge, insecticide, sudorific, tonic

Benefits & Uses :

• Clears and stimulates the mind, aiding in concentration. Spiritually used to elevate the spirit and encourages the creation of new pathways.
• Use in chest rub to bring down high temperatures and encourage the expulsion of mucus and congestion.
• Use in massage oils or salves (liniments) to relieve pain in muscular aches, arthritis, and rheumatism.
• It is used for chronic laryngitis and bronchitis, cystitis, rheumatism and to expel roundworm.
• Used in dentistry and pharmaceutical work as an antiseptic; in expectorant and tonic formulations, throat lozenges, gargles, etc.
• Used as a fragrance and freshening agent in soaps, cosmetics, detergents and perfumes.
• Occasionally employed as a flavor component in food products and soft drinks.