Greek Mastic Essential Oil | Grounding · Clearing · Protective
Greek Mastic Essential Oil | Grounding · Clearing · Protective
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Distilled from the wild leaves and branches of the mastic tree, this Greek Mastic Essential Oil carries a resinous, green and a deeply grounding aroma. Traditionally valued for its purifying and protective qualities, it is a powerful ally for respiratory support, skin care, and energetic clearing — a rare Mediterranean essence with ancient roots.
The Story
Mastic 'tears' have been harvested for at least 2,500 years since Greek Antiquity. The gum was first mentioned by Hippocrates who used mastic ‘tears’ for the prevention of digestive problems, colds and as a breath freshener. In fact the word mastic is derived from Greek “μαστιχειν” meaning "to gnash the teeth", which in turn became the source of the English word ‘masticate’.
The gum was widely used and its flavour appreciated. Roman emperors included it in a spiced wine and under the Byzantine Empire, the emperor had a monopoly on the trade of mastic. Later, the Ottoman sultan would send the finest mastic crop to his harem. In those days mastic was worth its weight in gold and the thieves of the precious gum were executed!
What few realise is that beyond the resin, the leaves and branches of the mastic tree yield a remarkable essential oil. Steam-distilled in Greece from wild-harvested plant material, this oil captures the raw, green strength of the Mediterranean landscape — balsamic, woody, herbaceous, and quietly powerful.
Size: 5ml
The Ritual
The Ritual
• Diffuser / Space Clearing: Add 2–3 drops to a diffuser to purify the air, support clear breathing, and create a grounded atmosphere. Beautiful alone or blended with lemon or lavender.
• Personal Inhalation: Place 1 drop on a cotton-filled portable inhaler for moments of congestion, mental fog, or energetic heaviness.
• Massage & Body Care: Dilute in a carrier oil for chest rubs, muscle massage, or circulatory support.
• Skin Care: Add to an unscented cream or oil for oily skin, aftershave care, or targeted application on areas of tension.
Vapourise with some lavender to repel insects, too!
Skin applications:
For an aftershave cream – combine with our lavender and add to an unscented cream suitable to your skin type
- For spider veins and varicose veins - add to a carrier oil.
- For water retention – for a lovely massage oil combine with some lemon essential oil in a carrier oil
- For muscular and arthritic aches and pains
The Benefits
The Benefits
• Supports respiratory comfort and clear breathing
• Traditionally used for antibacterial, antifungal, and antiseptic care
• Helps soothe muscular aches and joint tension
• Supports circulation and lymphatic flow
• Ideal for oily or congested skin types
• Acts as a natural deodorising and air-purifying oil
• Grounding, protective, and clarifying on an emotional level
Traditionally in aromatherapy treatments mastic leaf is associated with the following therapeutic properties:
analgesic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antibiotic, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiseptic, , antispasmodic, astringent, antiviral, balsamic, expectorant, circulatory decongestant, deodorant, diuretic, warming, insect repellent, lymph decongestant, lymphatic support, vasoconstrictor, vein tonic
Qualified aromatherapists may use mastic leaf essential oil for common complaints such as:
skin conditions: boils, cuts, abrasions, wounds, to help stop bleeding (e.g. in an aftershave products), oily skin, spider veins, ringworm
respiratory issues – bronchitis, aerial antiseptic, colds and flu
musculoskeletal system: aches and pains, arthritis
circulatory problems – varicose veins, oedema/water retention
others – insect repellent and air freshener (antiseptic and deodorant) and as an effective fixative in perfumery blends
The Ingredients
The Ingredients
100% pure Greek Mastic Essential Oil
(Pistacia lentiscus)
Steam distilled from wild leaves, branches, and seeds
No additives, no dilution, no synthetics
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