Litsea cubeba (may chang) · distilled from Litsea cubeba · bottled 100% pure and undiluted
May Chang Lemon Brightness
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Litsea cubeba essential oil comes from the small pepper-like fruits of Litsea cubeba, a laurel-family tree, steam-distilled into a single-note oil prized in fragrance work. The aroma is intense, sweet, and lemon-bright, a vivid citrus character that lingers in a blend long after true citrus oils fade.
Citrus that lasts its natural citral content keeps lemon-bright top notes alive in a blend long after expressed citrus peels fade.
Verified purity every bottle is 100% pure and undiluted, matching the specifications on our published Certificate of Analysis.
Ten sizes available from a 0.5 oz sample bottle up to a 400 lb drum, all filled to the same standard.
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✓ 100% Pure & Undiluted🌿 Cruelty-Free🧪 No Additives or Fillers
Ginger, rosemary, geranium, vetiver, lavender, and bergamot
Shelf Life & Storage
Typically 1 to 2 years unopened; store tightly capped in a cool, dark place
Natural Citral Content
High, the compound behind its bold, long-lasting lemon character
Bulk Orders Welcome
We happily fill bulk orders for litsea cubeba oil, from a single 5 lb jug to a full 400 lb drum. Every size is filled to the same 100% pure and undiluted standard, so formulators, soap and candle makers, and resellers can order with confidence.
Litsea cubeba oil is a concentrated botanical extract meant to be diluted before it touches skin, typically 0.5% to 2% in a carrier oil. Always patch test on a small area first. Keep the bottle away from eyes, children, and pets, and never take it internally. Store tightly capped in a cool, dark place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this litsea cubeba oil pure? ▾
Yes. Every bottle is bottled 100% pure and undiluted, with no carrier or synthetic additives. You can review the full breakdown in our published Certificate of Analysis before or after you order.
How is litsea cubeba different from lemongrass or lemon oil? ▾
Litsea cubeba, also called may chang, is distilled from the fruit of a laurel tree, not a grass or a citrus peel. Its high natural citral content gives it a bolder, longer-lasting lemon character than expressed lemon oil, and a sweeter, rounder profile than lemongrass.
What does litsea cubeba smell like and what does it pair with? ▾
The aroma is intense, sweet, and lemon-bright, more vivid and longer-lasting than fresh citrus peel with a soft, slightly floral edge underneath. It pairs especially well with ginger, rosemary, geranium, and vetiver, and it helps keep lighter citrus notes from fading too quickly in a blend.
How much should I dilute litsea cubeba oil for skin use? ▾
For topical use, dilute litsea cubeba oil to between 0.5% and 2% in a carrier oil before applying, and always patch test a small area first. It is a concentrated botanical, so it should never be applied to skin undiluted.
What sizes does litsea cubeba oil come in? ▾
We offer ten sizes of litsea cubeba oil, starting at 0.5 oz for sampling and running all the way up to 400 lbs for wholesale and manufacturing needs, with 1 oz, 2 oz, 4 oz, 8 oz, 16 oz, 5 lbs, 25 lbs, and 100 lbs in between.
Does the price per ounce go down with larger sizes? ▾
Yes. Per-ounce cost falls steadily as size increases, and our largest 400 lb size works out to less than half the per-ounce price of the smallest 0.5 oz bottle, making the bigger sizes a clear value for formulators and high-volume users.
Which size should I choose? ▾
The 0.5 oz or 1 oz sizes are a good starting point if you are new to litsea cubeba oil, the 2 oz to 16 oz range suits regular diffusing and DIY projects, and the 5 lb through 400 lb sizes are built for soap makers, candle makers, and resellers buying in quantity.
How fast does litsea cubeba oil ship? ▾
Orders ship within 1 to 2 business days. Bulk sizes of 5 lbs and up may need a little extra handling time before they leave our facility. Checkout for every size runs through our Shopify store, so you will get tracking and order details the same way regardless of quantity.
Does litsea cubeba oil change color or thickness over time? ▾
Fresh litsea cubeba oil is a thin, pale yellow liquid. Like many high-citral citrus-type oils, it can deepen slightly in color and lose some brightness if left in heat or light, so keep it tightly capped in a cool, dark place and use it within a couple of years for the best scent.
