May chang—also called mountain pepper, exotic verbena, and tropical verbena—is a small tropical tree native to China, Indonesia, Taiwan, and other parts of Southeast Asia. The tree is known for its beautifully-scented flowers and foliage, and its berries that look like little peppercorns. The aroma is most often compared to lemongrass, but is considered to be lighter and sweeter. May Chang’s leaves, flowers, berries, and bark, have long been used in traditional Chinese practices, but it's only recently that the essential oil has been used in aromatherapy.

Plant Part Used

Berries and leaves

Extraction Method

Steam distillation

Aroma

Strong. Strong, sweet and citrus-like.

May Chang Essential Oil Benefits

Eases occasional stress and tension of the body and mind. Uplifts moods and calms the occasional nervous mind. Promotes mental clarity and optimism. Supports tranquil serenity.

Blends Well With

Bay, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Chamomile, Coriander Seed, Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Ginger, Grapefruit, Juniper, Lavender, Neroli, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rosemary, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Sweet Orange, Tea Tree, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang

History of May Chang

May chang has been used for thousands of years in traditional Chinese practices. Other traditional uses include use in candles, soaps, perfumes, deodorants, and massage oils—which all go perfectly with may chang’s lovely lemony aroma. Today, the oil is also used in air fresheners and household cleaners, to provide a clean-smelling citrus scent.

Using May Chang Essential Oil

All essential oil recipes are for aromatherapy use only and are not for ingesting!

Be Alert

Enjoy a mental boost that gets you through the newest challenge…feel rejuvenated, optimistic and re-energized!

6 drops May Chang Essential Oil
4 drops Orange Essential Oil
4 drops Rosemary Essential Oil
2 drops Coriander Seed Essential Oil

So Long, Stress!

Tension-filled muscles? Troubled mind? Racing thoughts? Release all that unnecessary negativity with this remarkably soothing, brightening blend!

6 drops May Chang Essential Oil
4 drops Chamomile Essential Oil
3 drops Lavender Essential Oil
2 drops Frankincense Essential Oil

Aromatherapy Uses

Bath & Shower

Add 5-10 drops to hot bath water, or sprinkle into shower steam before getting in for an at-home spa experience.

Massage

8-10 drops of essential oil per 1 ounce of carrier oil. Apply a small amount directly to areas of concern, such as muscles, skin or joints. Work the oil gently into the skin until it is fully absorbed.

Inhalation

Inhale the aromatic vapors directly from the bottle, or place a few drops in a burner or diffuser to fill a room with its scent.

DIY Projects

This oil can be used in your homemade DIY projects, such as in candles, soaps, and body care products!

Piping Rock’s Promise:

We proudly offer you everything you need for an advanced, daily Aromatherapy regiment at the lowest cost in the industry! From Essential Oils to Carrier Oils, Diffusers to Blending Bottles, Beeswax, Books & more, we have you covered. With over 100 Essential Oils to choose from, you can create your own homemade scents and beauty products. Enjoy various blends & Essential Oils Sprays or experience our revitalizing, botanical Massage Oils!

About Piping Rock’s Quality: 

You’ve found your One-Stop-Shop for Aromatherapy products at Piping Rock. Our Essentials Oils are crafted in our own “GMP Certified” manufacturing facilities. We verify Piping Rock products with third-party, FDA-registered agencies to ensure quality. Each product goes through hundreds of checks, in-process and post-production. Our outstanding Essential Oils are GCMS tested to deliver guaranteed purity. We offer various 100% Pure Essentials along with other popular, unique blends. We guarantee purity, potency, safety and innovation in everything we do.