If you’re a fan of the better known form of Manuka, Manuka Honey, then you’ll love Manuka Essential Oil! It offers a distinctive spicy, herbaceous and fresh aroma that immediately adds vitality and energy to any room. This beautiful oil is obtained by steam distillation of the leaves and twigs of the Manuka tree (also called ‘Ti-Tree’), which is a species of flowering plant in the Myrtle Family, indigenous to Australia and New Zealand. It is in the same family as tea tree and eucalyptus plants. Native Maoris have been using Manuka Oil for generations for its therapeutic benefits. It has cleansing and healing properties that help with natural respiration, conditioning the skin and recovery from congestion. Traditional uses include steam inhalation for coughs and the common cold, applied to the body to relieve soreness and inflammation and to treat wounds such as cuts and burns. Research has shown Manuka Oil displays strong natural anti-bacterial qualities similar to Australian Tea Tree. An essential addition to any household and first aid kit, this versatile oil can be used directly or diluted to assist with a variety of conditions.