Litsea essential oil (Litsea cubeba) is obtained by steam distillation of the fruit. It has a pleasant, fresh, lemony citrus aroma and varies in colour from yellow to brown. Litsea essential oil is native to China and Southeast Asia. It contains a number of properties:
Powerful anti-inflammatory, it helps to reduce muscle inflammation while reducing pain, thanks to its analgesic properties. Very useful in back pain and lumbago. Dilute a few drops of Litsea essential oil in a vegetable oil and massage gently.
Thanks to its fungicidal and antibacterial properties, it improves oily skin with acne, eczema and other skin conditions.