Mastic Oil

Description

Pressed from the small berries of the lentisk shrub (Pistacia lentiscus) that grows wild across the hillsides of northern Tunisia, this amber oil carries a heritage passed down through generations of local families. Harvesting is slow and painstaking, and the fruit is cold-pressed shortly after picking to preserve its natural compounds and distinctive resinous scent. For centuries, Tunisian households have reached for it as a massage oil to unwind tired muscles after a long day, and to ease joints that ache in cold or damp weather. It has also long held a place in everyday skincare, valued for soothing skin roughened by sun, wind, and time. Today, Bio Amine keeps this tradition alive with a pure, unrefined lentisk oil that stays true to the artisanal methods of the Tunisian countryside.

Benefits

• Traditionally used as a massage oil to relax tired muscles
• Traditionally used for its soothing effect as felt on joints, especially in cold or damp weather
• Helps deeply nourish dry, rough skin
• Contributes to softer, more supple-feeling skin
• Used for generations in traditional North African body care rituals
• Leaves a silky finish on skin, with no greasy residue

How to use

Apply a few drops (2 to 3 pumps) of lentisk oil directly to the area of concern — joints, back, or dry skin — and massage in circular motions until fully absorbed. For a relaxing massage, warm the oil briefly between your palms before applying, ideally in the evening after a shower. For very dry skin, reapply morning and evening to areas such as elbows, knees, and heels. As with any new oil, do a small patch test before first use.