Mastic (Pistacia lentiscus) natural essential oil

Mastic essential oil from the mastic tree is a distinctly focused functional oil – it acts at the level of breathing, mental clarity, but also lightly uplifts mood, supports the digestive system, and increases the bioavailability of other compounds. It is suitable for those doing mental work, in workspaces, offices, for mental fatigue, a feeling of "stale air" and lack of freshness.

Mastic essential oil – a fresh, resinous-terpenic profile with cleansing and regulating properties

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 characterized by a high content of α-pinene (28.09%) and limonene (17.87%), which translates into the following effects:

• opens breathing
• supports concentration
• cleansing and activating

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

Product properties

• Country of origin: Greece (Chalkidiki)
• Part of 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 at a mental level
• promotes a sense of lightness and space

Body support

• supports free breathing and respiratory system comfort
• may be helpful with feelings of heaviness and stagnation (circulatory / lymphatic system)
• supports the natural balance of the skin, especially 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% (monoterpene alcohol)
• Germacrene D – 2.06% (sesquiterpene)
• Beta-caryophyllene – 1.64% (sesquiterpene)

Aromatic 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.

Reset during the day
Direct inhalation or with 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, e.g., shoulders, neck, back, or muscles after exertion.

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 cleansing 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

An alternative batch with a more complex, "balancing" chemical profile – with a higher proportion of heavier terpene fractions, especially 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. Quantitative composition is determined by GC/FID. This ensures that we offer only natural oils, without synthetic additives – ideal for professional aromatherapy applications.

(INCI: Pistacia lentiscus leaf oil)