Cajeput Essential Oil
Cajeput oil makes a great terp for helping achieve maximum stains from henna.
Cajeput is the cousin essential oil of Tea Tree, and is high in the sought after monoterpenes that assist with henna stain intensity. A popular oil used in henna pastes around the world.
Available in 5 mL, 10 mL or 15 mL bottles
Product Information, Storage, Disclaimer
Botanical Name: Melaleuca cajeputi
Main Constituents:
1,8-Cineole: 76.58%Plant Part: Leaves and Twigs
Origin: Indonesia
Processing Method: Steam Distilled
Description / Color / Consistency: A thin, colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.
Aromatic Summary / Note / Strength of Aroma: Cajeput Essential Oil has a fresh, camphorous aroma resembling the combined fragrances of camphor, rosemary, and cardamom, with a slight fruity note; a middle note with a medium strength aroma.
Product Abstract: Cajeput is a small tree with a soft, thick, spongy, ash-colored bark and scattered branches, with the slender twigs often drooping like the weeping willow (Salix babylonica). The leaves are from 3 to 5 inches long, and very aromatic when bruised. Cajeput being the Indonesian for 'white wood', it is part of the Melaleuca family and is used much in the same way as its cousin, Tea Tree.
Storage: It is recommended that oils are stored in a cool dark place.
Cautions: Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided. Not recommended for use during pregancy. As with all essential oils - please seek advice from your medical professional before use if you have concerns or conditions that the oils may interfere with.