CO2 distilled Viticis Fructus

ur Man Jing Zi essential oil has a spicy citrusy earthy aroma that leaves the head and senses feeling invigorated.

Vitex is a flowering plant that is in the same family as mint and sage. The seed pods are round and black, and resemble the pupil of the eye. When growing, it is attached to the stem with a thin branch, and is reminiscent of the anatomy of an eyeball and optic nerve.

In Chinese Medicine, this herb is used to treat excess conditions of the eyes. It clear wind heat from the eyes, and used for eye pain, excessive tearing, where the eyes feel bound with heat, or headache. As an essential oil, it can be used in a steam or compress to benefit the eyes.

When applied topically, it leaves a noticeably cooling and dispersing feeling on the skin. It can also be used for pain, stiffness, and cramping in the joints much like pine and eucalyptus.

According to modern biomedical research, Vitex can be used to regulate hormone imbalances regarding the female reproductive system; it promotes progesterone and lutenizing hormone (LH) production to modulate estrogen dominance and restore hormone balance. It can be used in irregular menstruation or ovulation as well as menopause support to reduce symptoms.

Anti-microbial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, analgesic

TCM Category: Release exterior wind heat
Channels entered: Urinary Bladder, Liver, Stomach
Major Chemical Components: sabinene, cineole, pinene