Meniki (Red Hinoki) Essential Oil

Meniki Essential Oil is a rare and distinctive wood oil obtained from the heartwood of Chamaecyparis formosensis, also known as Taiwan Red Cypress or Red Hinoki. Native to the high mountain forests of Taiwan, this conifer has been revered for centuries in traditional architecture, temples, and cultural rituals, where its aromatic timber symbolized purification and spiritual presence. The essential oil captures this noble character with a refined, grounding scent that is both meditative and enduring.

The aroma of Meniki Essential Oil is warm, balsamic, and deeply woody, with soft resinous undertones and a gentle sweetness. It is reminiscent of hinoki and cypress but with greater smoothness and depth, offering a serene, incense-like quality. Its elegant profile makes it an exceptional ingredient in perfumery, prized for its ability to add quiet strength and sophistication to compositions.

Botanical & Production Info

• Botanical Name: Chamaecyparis formosensis

• Plant Part: Heartwood

• Extraction Method: Steam distillation

• Origin: Taiwan

• Odor Profile: Warm, balsamic, woody, resinous, slightly sweet, incense-like

• Appearance: Pale to golden yellow oil

• Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oil

Uses in Perfumery

Meniki Essential Oil is most often used as a base note, imparting depth, warmth, and longevity. It enriches woody, incense, and oriental accords, while also harmonizing with florals, resins, and spices to create balance and refinement. Its incense-like character enhances meditative, spiritual, and atmospheric perfumes, anchoring blends with quiet elegance.

Other Uses & Benefits

🌿 Aromatherapy: Calming, grounding, and spiritually uplifting; often used for meditation and relaxation.
🧴 Skincare: When diluted, may be used in natural balms or oils for a soothing, aromatic base.
🕯️ Candles & Home Fragrance: Adds a warm, resinous woodiness ideal for contemplative or sacred atmospheres.
💆 Massage & Ritual Oils: Provides a deeply grounding effect when blended with carrier oils.

Chemical Composition (Typical)

• Cedrol & Cedrene: Woody, resinous depth and fixative qualities

• Terpenes & Sesquiterpenes: Warm, balsamic, slightly sweet nuances

• Thujopsene: Adds soft woody freshness

How to Use

• Use at 1–5% in natural perfumery blends as a base note

• Dilute in carrier oils for massage or aromatherapy use

• Incorporate into candles, incense, or diffusers for warm, meditative atmospheres

• Blends beautifully with sandalwood, cedarwood, frankincense, myrrh, florals, and spice notes

Safety & Storage

• For external use only – do not ingest

• Always dilute before applying to skin

• Store in a cool, dark place in a tightly sealed container

• Shelf life: 3–4 years when stored properly

📦 Available in: 5ml | 10ml | 30ml sizes
🌿 Pure Essential Oil | Vegan & Cruelty-Free
🧪 For perfumery, aromatherapy, skincare, and home fragrance – not a finished perfume