From the Piper Cubeba plant, Cubebs are the fruit of a vine belonging to the same family as that which produces the familiar black, white and green peppercorns (Piper nigrum). Piper cubeba is a climbing perennial shrub with dioecious flowers and spherical fruit containing a kernel.

Cubeb Essential Oil has a tangy, camphor infused, peppery aroma. Cubeb is another amazing aromatherapy essential oil from the Spice Islands.   For 1,000’s of years it has also been a prized as an aphrodisiac and an antiseptic ingredient for many different elixirs and topical treatments.  For centuries has been a main remedy in tonics for the nervous system, an antiseptic ingredient for oral hygiene and throat ailment gargles, skin rashes, inflammation and chronic bronchitis when diffused.

Can be used as an aromatherapy oil or mixed with carrier oils for massage. For throat infections add 2-3 drops of cubeb to a bowl of hot water for use as an inhalation.

Crafted by Utama Spice, a traditional skincare company based in Ubud, was started in 1989 to retain Bali’s amazing herbal knowledge and traditions, Utama Spice is proud to adhere to the Balinese cultural concept of Tri Hita Karana, supporting harmony between man, nature and spirit.