Lawang Essential Oil

July 27, 2010 | Posted in: Herbs & Essential Oils

Source:  Indonesia

Distillation:  Steam distilled

Botanical name:  Cinnamomum cullilawan

Note: Made from organic bark of the tree.

Lawang oil has been used in traditional indigenous medicine as a remedy for arthritis and rheumatism.  It is mild enough to be used undiluted on the skin surface for most people.  It is a great massage oil for sports injuries, and helps to move lactic acid build-up out of tired muscles.  It is also useful for applying directly to insect bites or stings, and will relieve both pain and itching.

Lawang has the following properties:

• Anti-viral
• Aphrodisiac
• Emollient

Lawang is a deep penetrating oil good for massage and other oil treatments.  It is useful for headaches, joint pain, muscle pain, and nerve pain, and is a general pain reliever.

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