Botanical Name: Cinnamomum camphora

Country of Origin:  Madagascar

Extraction Method: Steam distillation

Plant part: Leaves

Type of agriculture: Certified organic

Features: Ravintsara Essential Oil, sourced from the lush landscapes of Madagascar, is known for its purifying and revitalising properties. It has a fresh and invigorating aroma, lending its versatility to promoting clarity and relaxation, making it a staple for creating a rejuvenating environment.

Properties/Benefits: Ravintsara Essential Oil is rich in beneficial compounds such as 1,8-Cineole (eucalyptol), making it ideal for supporting a good wellbeing. The presence of α-pinene, β-pinene, and sabinene further contributes to its efficacy in promoting easier breathing.

Specifications:

• 1,8 cineole: 50.0% - 65.0%
• Sabinene: 7.0% - 18.0%
• Alpha terpineol: 3.0% - 12.0%
• Alpha pinene: 2.0% - 10.0%
• Beta pinene: 1.3% - 5.0%
• Terpinène-4-ol: 1.0 - 5.0%

Appearance:  Clear, colourless mobile liquid

Odour: Fresh, camphoraceous, and slightly sweet.

Note of Blends: Middle note

Strength of Aroma: Medium

Safety: It is important to note that essential oils should be used with care and diluted properly before use, especially when applied topically. Avoid during pregnancy.

• Diffusers and air purifiers
• Steam inhalation blends
• Chest rubs and balms
• Massage oils
• Bath oils
• Household cleaning products

Cinnamomum camphora from Madagascar posseses a significant divergence in chemical composition compared to the same species grown in other parts of the world, such as Asia. In Madagascar, the Cinnamomum camphora tree produces Ravintsara oil, which is notably high in 1,8-cineole (eucalyptol) and almost entirely devoid of camphor. Malagasy Cinnamomum camphora’s unique chemical profile is attributed to the island's distinct climate, soil, and ecological conditions, which influence the biosynthesis of specific compounds in the plant. As a result, our Ravintsara oil is highly valued for its respiratory and immune-supporting properties, setting it apart from other essential oils derived from the same species elsewhere. This distinctiveness highlights the profound impact of “terroir” – the environmental factors contributing to a plant's characteristics – on essential oil composition.

<30°C in closed containers and protected from direct sunlight.