Manuka Essential Oil Certified Organic

Sweet, earthy, and quietly powerful. Valley of the Moon's Manuka is a certified organic essential oil steam distilled from the branches and leaves of Leptospermum scoparium, sourced from New Zealand. Elusive and gentle in scent yet formidable in action, Manuka is one of the most broad-spectrum antimicrobial oils available, antiviral, antifungal, and highly bactericidal, with a pleasant aroma that makes it a far more approachable alternative to Tea Tree for everyday antiseptic and air-cleansing use.

The Oil

• Botanical Name: Leptospermum scoparium
• Origin: New Zealand
• Plant Part: Branches and leaves
• Extraction: Steam distilled
• Cultivation: Certified Organic
• Key Constituent: High leptospermone content, responsible for its exceptional antimicrobial and insecticidal properties
• Aroma: Sweet, earthy, and gently elusive with a soft, pleasant character
• Perfumery Note: Middle note

Why It Works

• Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial: Antiviral, antifungal, and highly bactericidal across a wide spectrum, making it an excellent antiseptic for skin, air, and household use.
• Gentler Alternative to Tea Tree: Delivers comparable anti-infectious power with a far more pleasant, approachable scent, ideal for situations where stronger medicinal-smelling oils are unwelcome.
• Respiratory Support: Effective for respiratory infections when diffused, helping to cleanse the air and support the immune system.
• Traditionally Noted Properties: Traditionally noted for its anti-histamine and anti-allergic properties; patch test recommended before use.
• Natural Insecticide: High leptospermone content makes it an effective and pleasantly scented insecticide for air sprays and diffusers.
• Certified Organic: Grown and processed without synthetic pesticides or additives.

How to Experience It

• Diffusion: Add a few drops to a diffuser to cleanse the air, support respiratory health, or repel insects with a pleasant, non-medicinal scent.
• Topical Application: Dilute 1-2 drops per 1 oz of carrier oil before applying to skin. Use as an antiseptic for minor skin concerns or respiratory support blends.
• Household Cleaning: Add to home cleaning solutions or unscented hand soaps for natural antimicrobial action.
• Air Spray: Add to a spray bottle with water and a dispersant for a pleasant, air-cleansing room mist.

What You'll Feel

• Protected: Broad-spectrum antimicrobial action working quietly in the background.
• Clear: Cleansed air and supported respiratory passages without an overpowering medicinal scent.
• Comfortable: All the antiseptic power of Tea Tree with a scent profile that works in any space.

Made For Moments Like These

Air cleansing and immune support diffusing, natural household cleaning, skin antiseptic blends, respiratory wellness, insect deterrence, or any time you want a powerful antimicrobial oil that doesn't smell like a medicine cabinet.

Looking for another New Zealand-inspired option? Rosalina (Lavender Tea Tree) is a close relative with a softer, more lavender-forward character.

Product Details

• Botanical Name: Leptospermum scoparium
• Origin: New Zealand
• Extraction: Steam distilled from branches and leaves
• Cultivation: Certified Organic
• Purity: 100% pure essential oil, no additives or adulterants

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Safe Use Guidelines
For external use only. Always dilute before skin application. Keep out of reach of children. Perform a patch test before topical use, especially for those with sensitive skin or allergies. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Do not use internally. Consult your healthcare provider if pregnant, nursing, or under medical supervision. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.