African Allure

Leleshwa, known as the camphor bush or African wild sage, is a resilient evergreen shrub.

Leleshwa is highly valued for its versatility: its essential oil is used in aromatherapy for its purifying properties, while traditional practices employ it to address respiratory issues, skin conditions, and as a natural insect repellent.

Appearance In Nature

Leleshwa is a hardy, bushy shrub with soft, silvery-green leaves that shimmer in the sunlight and release a crisp camphor scent when brushed.

 It often dots the dry hillsides and savannas of East Africa, crowned with clusters of creamy-white flowers and woolly seed heads that sway in the wind.

Appearance In The Bottle Post Extraction 

Light Pale Yellow Liquid 

Crisp, Cool Camphor

The aroma of leleshwa dances through the air like a wild herbal breeze—cool, crisp, and mysteriously clean, as if the wind itself had been washed in camphor and sage.

 It whispers of untamed landscapes and ancient remedies, leaving behind a trail of clarity and calm.

Light

A light lux consistency.

 

Kenya

A Resilient Shrub

Leleshwa is cultivated in sun-drenched, semi-arid soils where it thrives with minimal water, often grown from cuttings or seeds that eagerly take root in the wild Kenyan highlands. 

Farmers favour it for its resilience and low maintenance, allowing nature to do most of the nurturing while the plant quietly matures into an aromatic gem.

Steam Distillation 

Find more information on botanical extraction methods HERE.

 

Medicinal Might 

Leleshwa has been cherished for generations by pastoral communities in East Africa, particularly the Maasai, who used its fragrant leaves for cleansing rituals and medicinal remedies.

 Traditionally, it was burned to purify homes, ward off insects, and treat ailments ranging from colds to skin infections.

Over time, its healing reputation grew beyond local use, drawing interest from herbalists and essential oil producers worldwide.

 

Pure Purification 

Leleshwa is revered as a plant of spiritual purification, often used in cleansing rituals to dispel negative energies and restore inner balance. I

ts cool, camphorous scent is said to open the mind to clarity and intuition, like a whisper from the spirit world carried on the wind.

Leaves

Direct Application 

Leleshwa essential oil (if and only if 100% pure and organic) can be used directly on the skin as spot treatment for troubled areas in need of clarifying or cleansing. 

Dilution 

Mix in with a carrier oil such as olive or jojoba to your desired strength for a fantastic allover moisturizing oil. 

Antibacterial & Antifungal

Leleshwa oil helps combat bacteria and fungi on the skin, making it effective for treating acne, minor wounds, and fungal infections like athlete’s foot.

Anti-inflammatory

It soothes irritated or inflamed skin, helping to reduce redness, swelling, and discomfort associated with conditions like eczema or rashes.

Healing Support

The oil promotes skin regeneration, supporting faster healing of cuts, abrasions, and insect bites.

Balancing for Oily Skin

Its clarifying properties help regulate sebum production, making it beneficial for oily or acne-prone skin types.

Refreshing & Purifying

The clean, camphorous scent also provides a refreshing sensory experience, adding a mild astringent effect that tones and revitalizes the skin.

Violet Glass 

Ultimate preservation & potency.

Violet glass is a deep purple, almost black, glass that keeps bioactive compounds preserved for as long as possible. 

MORE INFORMATION ON VOILET GLASS HERE