Manuka Essential Oil

Manuka Essential Oil

Botanical name: Leptospermum scoparium

Manuka Essential Oil is steam distilled from Leptospermum scoparium, a flowering shrub native to New Zealand. Closely associated with the country’s unique native landscape, Manuka has long been valued in traditional Māori practice, where different parts of the plant were used for a variety of everyday purposes.

Although often compared with Tea Tree because of their similar botanical family, Manuka offers a softer, warmer aroma that many people find easier to enjoy. Its balanced fragrance has made it increasingly popular in aromatherapy, botanical skincare, and natural household preparations.

This particular Manuka Essential Oil is wild harvested in New Zealand and steam distilled soon after harvesting to preserve its naturally complex aromatic profile.

Aromatic profile

• Soft woody aroma
• Warm herbaceous character
• Gentle earthy undertones
• Fresh, clean finish

How Manuka essential oil is traditionally used

Manuka Essential Oil is traditionally used in diffuser blends, massage oils, botanical skincare, and natural household preparations. It is particularly appreciated in skin-focused formulations and blends intended to create a fresh, comforting atmosphere.

Blends well with

Clary sage, clove, geranium, lavender, marjoram, nutmeg, pine, rosemary, and ylang ylang.

Extraction method

Steam distilled from the leaves and small branch tips.

Plant origin

New Zealand.

Good to know

• Manuka belongs to the same botanical family as Tea Tree but has a noticeably softer, warmer aroma.
• Wild harvesting helps preserve the natural character of New Zealand Manuka.
• Popular in botanical skincare and diffuser blends.
• A favourite choice for those seeking a gentler alternative to Tea Tree.

Safety

Dilute before topical application and perform a patch test before use on sensitive skin. Avoid use during pregnancy unless advised by a suitably qualified healthcare professional. For aromatic use only unless professionally advised otherwise.