The Plant
Plant part: Branch
Origin: France
The Pistachio Lentisque is a shrub 1 to 4 m tall, with lanceolate evergreen leaves. It is found in arid areas around the Mediterranean. Also known as the “mastic tree”, it takes its name from the highly fragrant gum extracted from its trunk.
This gum has been used since Antiquity. It is still used in confectionery and in the manufacture of liqueurs. Aromatic hydrosols and essential oils are extracted from the twigs.
Rich in pinene, the essential oil and hydrolat are recommended for relief of leg discomfort.
What are the benefits of the Pistacia Lentiscus?
An ally to your blood circulation, the Pistacia Lentiscus is an excellent venous and lymphatic decongestant. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and healing properties, the Pistacia Lentiscus can help reduce inflammation and pain associated with varicose veins and hemorrhoids.
Its venotonic properties help strengthen the walls of blood vessels and improve blood circulation, which can be beneficial in relieving symptoms of varicose veins.
Common questions
How to use Pistachio Mastic ?
In phytotherapy and aromatherapy, Pistachio Mastic is a natural asset for relieving circulatory problems. It is mainly used in essential oil form:
- Essential Oil: Always diluted to avoid irritation, Pistachio Mastic Essential Oil is mainly used on the skin:
1. Cutaneous: A powerful decongestant, Pistachio Mastic Essential Oil can be massaged into the skin to relieve heavy, painful legs. Veinotonic, this oil is also particularly useful for relieving pain associated with hemorrhoids;
2. Diffusion or inhalation: this oil can be used for air diffusion to create a soothing, relaxing atmosphere.
-Hydrolat: hydrolat has a milder fragrance than essential oil. It can be used :
1. cutaneous: can be used as a sitz bath or massage.
2. orally: pure or diluted in a drink mix.
3. by diffusion or inhalation.
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The Products
Pistachio Mastic Essential Oil 100% Organic and Handcrafted
Essenciagua’s Lentisque Pistachier Essential Oil, derived from artisanal distillation, comes from France. This oil, extracted from Pistacia lentiscus, a Mediterranean shrub, is recognized for its many therapeutic properties. Pistachio Mastic is traditionally valued for its action on blood circulation and its effectiveness in treating hemorrhoids. Its vasoconstrictive and anti-inflammatory properties make it an effective natural remedy for relieving the symptoms associated with these...
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Pistachio Mastic Hydrolate 100% Organic and Handcrafted
Essenciagua’s Lentisque Pistachier Hydrolat, extracted from the Mediterranean shrub Pistacia lentiscus, is a rich, soothing natural product. Native to France, Pistacia lentisca is an evergreen shrub cultivated in arid regions around the Mediterranean. It’s also known as the mastic tree because of the aromatic gum extracted from its trunk, used in confectionery and liqueur-making. The purifying and soothing properties of this hydrosol make it an excellent choice as a facial toner,...
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