Champaca Leaf (Michelia alba) Essential oil, China

Botanical Name:  Michelia alba D. C.
Origin:                  China
Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Parts used:           Leaves
Color: Yellow/Orange with Amber tint
Perfumery Note:  Top             
Consistency:        Thin
Aromatic Description: Pleasant Floral Leafy Aroma
Blends well with: Most Citrus Oils, Basil, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Neroli, Petitgrain
Initial Strength:   Medium/Strong
Class:                    Ester
          Champaca is also known as Magnolia, White Sandalwood, White Jade or Orchid Tree. Champaca Leaf has a strong, exotic, floral, leafy aroma with some similarity to Champaca White essential oil extracted from the flower. It has a very high linalool content usually above 70% which should partner well with other floral oils and can influence a blend in very small amounts.
          Champaca flower has a long history of use in Asian temples to mark celebrations, births and during funerals. It is considered to be the most exotic of the Michelia family. The leaf oil is fairly new to aromatherapy and there is little written about uses for this essential oil but we feel it at least has great potential in aroma warmers, diffusers, soaps, scented items, potpourri and etc… It is cheaper than Champaca flower but still has leading floral notes.

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Caution: May irritate the skin in in strong concentrations. Essential oils can be harmful if used improperly. Information is provided for educational purposes only. It is up to the customer to determine if the product is right for their intended purpose. Special consideration should be made before applying essential oils to pregnant women, children or the elderly. If under a doctor's care, please consult the physician before using essential oils. If applying to skin essential oils must be diluted correctly and Aroma & More recommends testing on a small area of skin to check for reaction before attempting a full body massage.