Oakmoss Essential Oil

With a rich, earthy, yet fresh scent, Oak Moss has been used for centuries for it’s scent. It is said that bundles of it were found in the ancient tombs of Egypt. Oakmoss is commonly found in the Northern Hemisphere in Portugal, Spain, France, and North America. It is typically found growing on the trunk of an oak tree and has a pungent, earthy, robust scent that is quite distinct. It is an asset in the perfume business.

While oakmoss is typically used for it’s distinct fragrance for perfume makers, it has benefits that can enrich the entire body, not just the senses.

Oakmoss as an antibacterial and disinfectant

It is impossible to always protect yourself and your loved ones from illnesses and bacteria. From our daily interactions with one another to our own homes, we are bound to run into ailment causing bacteria. By adding oakmoss infused products to your regimen, you are adding a layer of protection to yourself and your family that can help protect you from infections and illnesses caused by bacteria. The antibacterial properties in oak moss essential oil have been proven to help fit bacteria and infections.

Oakmoss for scent

When you get down to it, we choose the bath and body products we purchase partially because of the scent. Of course there are factors like the way it makes our body and skin look and feel. However, the scent is what draws us in and locks us into a product. Oakmoss is renowned for it’s completely unique scent. Perfumeries use oakmoss essential oil to craft one of a kind scents. These scents can be anywhere from earthy, musky, to fresh, and clean. The possibilities are endless.

Oakmoss as an antioxidant

Antioxidants can be found in various places naturally. Many times, we consume them via fruits and veggies like blueberries. Well, you can now add oakmoss infused products to the list of ways to receive antioxidants. In short, antioxidants help to keep your body healthy and disease free. You can do that by simply using oakmoss infused products.

From it’s scent to it’s antioxidant and antibacterial properties, oak moss is a unique essential oil that can leave you smelling as good as you look.

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