Macadamia - Macadamia integrifolia, high in palmitoleic acid, normally found in our skin to maintain moisture levels. With age the production of palmitoleic acid is reduced, leading to dryer skin. Thus, macadamia oil is good for mature and dryer skin.
Manderin - Manderin is a very safe and gentle essential oil making it perfect for children and during pregnancy. It has calming and soothing properties making it beneficial for stress, nervous tension and insomnia. Manderin detoxifies the body and reduces cellulite, and prevents stretch marks. It can also tighten up loose skin after loosing weight or pregnancy. Very good for oily and congested skin, but also benefits a sensitive skin and mature skin. Promotes cell regeneration, tones and firms.
Marjoram - Origanum majorana, has a warming and comforting action on mind & body. It helps to increase local circulation and produces a heat sensation making it good for muscle pains, sprains, over-exertion, rheumatism and arthritis.
Marsh mallow - Althaea officinalis, it has anti-inflamatory and anti-irritant properties. Marsh Mallow root is good for all types of skin; it adds moisture and calms irritated tissues.
Melissa or Lemon Balm - Melissa officinalis, has anti-viral, soothing, toning, calming properties. Externally, it is used for cold sores and inflamed and allergic skin conditions. The tea made from lemon balm leaves has a relaxing action.
Mullein Oil - Verbascum thapsus, has antiseptic, emollient and healing properties.
Myrrh - Commiphora myrrha, has antiseptical, healing and anti-inflammatory properties. It is specially valuable for wounds that are slow to heal, and for chapped and craked skin. It's a good addition for toothpastes due to its beneficial action on gums.
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