May chang essential oil is steam-distilled from the peppercorn-resembling fruits of the litsea cubeba tree. Also known as the mountain pepper, exotic or tropical verbena, it has a light and sweet aroma resembling lemongrass, although many consider its scent to be finer from a purely aromatic perspective.

May chang is a rare treasure and significantly underutilized in aromatherapy. Its antimicrobial properties are beneficial in blends for oily skin and acne care: use up to 5% in an astringent carrier oil such as hazelnut or grapeseed. It has a gentle, cooling effect, and acts as an excellent overall skin tonic.

Other uses include support of digestion and reducing flatulence (tip: combine a low concentration with a carrier oil a low concentration for a belly-massage!). May chang oil is also thought to aid with excessive persipiration.

The calming effects of may chang can have a beneficial effort for those in need of restful sleep. The oil can be blended with Roman chamomile and lavender essential oils and massaged on the feet, used in a bath or in a diffuser. The oil has also been found to mitigate heart arrhythmia. All of these demonstrate the potential of may chang to lower overall stress levels and improve stress-related conditions.

Bergamot, Citronella, Clove Bud, Egyptian geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Orange, Petitgrain and Rosemary.