Mastic (Pistacia lentiscus) natural essential oil

Mastic essential oil from the mastic tree is a distinctly focused functional oil – it acts on breath and mental clarity, but also gently uplifts the mood, supports the digestive system, and increases the bioavailability of other compounds. It is suitable for those doing intellectual work, in workspaces, offices, for mental fatigue, a feeling of “stuffy air,” and lack of freshness.

Mastic Essential Oil – a fresh, resinous-terpenic profile with purifying and regulating effects

Mastic is an oil with a unique “light resin” profile. The oil is obtained from the leaves, branches, and seeds of the mastic tree growing wild in the Chalkidiki region. Unlike the resin (known as “mastic tears”), this oil has a distinctly lighter, more dynamic character – based on monoterpenes.

Batch E1001392 is distinguished by its high content of α-pinene (28.09%) and limonene (17.87%), which translates into effects such as:

• opening the breath
• supporting concentration
• purifying and activating

This is a fast-acting oil – it does not work by calming or sedating, but by restoring flow and clarity.

Product properties

• Country of origin: Greece (Chalkidiki)
• Part of the plant: leaves, branches, seeds
• Cultivation: wild harvest
• Groups of organic compounds: Monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes
• Botanical family: Anacardiaceae
• Botanical name: Pistacia lentiscus
• Extraction method: Steam distillation (in a certified organic distillery)

Aromatherapeutic properties

Nervous system and emotions

• supports clarity of thought and concentration
• helps reduce tension resulting from information overload
• has a refreshing and "organizing" effect on a mental level
• promotes a feeling of lightness and space

Body Support

• supports free breathing and respiratory system comfort
• may be helpful for feelings of heaviness and stagnation (circulatory/lymphatic system)
• supports natural skin balance, especially for combination and oily skin
• promotes a feeling of relaxation in muscle tension
  

GC/MS Analysis – Interpretation

Chemical structure (key components)

• Alpha-pinene – 28.09% (monoterpene)
• Limonene – 17.87% (monoterpene)
• Beta-pinene – 6.40% (monoterpene)
• Gamma-terpinene – 4.46% (monoterpene)
• Beta-myrcene – 2.85% (monoterpene)
• Terpinen-4-ol – 2.42% (monoterpenic alcohol)
• Germacrene D – 2.06% (sesquiterpene)
• Beta-caryophyllene – 1.64% (sesquiterpene)

Scent profile

• Aroma: fresh, resinous, green, slightly balsamic, with a subtle bitter and coniferous note, subtly musky, delicately spicy, woody; with a characteristic, initial accent reminiscent of galbanum.
• Color: colorless
• Consistency: light, liquid
• Scent note: top to middle

Application

Breath and Space
Add to a diffuser to purify the air and create an environment conducive to concentration and freshness.

Daytime Reset
Direct inhalation or from an inhaler helps restore clarity and lightness during moments of overload.

Skin Care
Add to a carrier oil to support the balance of combination and oily skin and a feeling of freshness.

Muscle and Body Comfort
Add a few drops of mastic oil to a natural balm or carrier oil and massage into areas of tension, such as shoulders, neck, back, or muscles after exercise.

Head, Neck, and Shoulder Tension
Combine mastic oil with jojoba oil and gently massage into the shoulders, neck, and scalp, avoiding the eye area.

Safety

Safety and warnings:

• Non-toxic, non-irritating. If oxidized, it may cause skin irritation or sensitization. Mastic oil was not included in the publication: Tisserand & Young, Essential Oil Safety (2014)

Storage and Shelf Life

Shelf life: 5 years

Store in a dark, cool place, away from sunlight.

Combinations for Mastic Oil

Lemon – enhances freshness and purifying effect
Lavender – balances and soothes the effect
Frankincense – deepens the respiratory and grounding aspect
Neroli – adds softness and emotional harmony
Petitgrain – emphasizes the green, fresh character

Batch Information

• Production date: June 2023
• Expiration date: June 2028
• Batch number: E1001392

Laboratory documentation MSDS + GC-MS analysis

An alternative batch with a more complex, "balancing" chemical profile – with a higher proportion of heavier terpene fractions, particularly valued in skin applications (body and tissues) and cosmetic formulations – is also available upon request.

Quality Guarantee – GC/MS and GC/FID Tests

Vessel essential oils are tested using GC/MS and GC/FID methods, which confirms their authenticity, purity, and compliance with the natural plant profile.

The analysis uses gas chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry (GC/MS) in SCAN mode to precisely identify each component. The quantitative composition is determined using GC/FID. This ensures that we offer only natural essential oils, without synthetic additives – ideal for professional aromatherapy applications.

(INCI: Pistacia lentiscus leaf oil)