Hinoki oil comes from the wood of the hinoki cypress, a tree native to Japan, where its durable wood was traditionally used in the construction of temples and shrines. It is an aromatic oil which contains several compounds that make it highly valued in perfumery and cosmetics.

Hinoki, or Chamaecyparis obtusa, is a member of the cypress tree family. The large trees have a reddish-brown bark and are known for high-quality wood, as well as being popular as a decorative tree in gardens. Hinoki cypress can live for hundreds of years.

What are the benefits of hinoki in cosmetics?
A light, earthy aroma
Deeply relaxing and calming for both body and mind
Antimicrobial properties support a healthy, happy complexion
Can soothe sore skin

Where does Lush source hinoki oil?

Lush buys hinoki oil from a supplier in Japan that works closely with the community to bring social and economic development and contribute to protecting the forests.

Our supplier is dedicated to sustainable forestry, working closely with local residents to hand-harvest leaves, branches, and wood, which undergo steam distillation to produce a calming essential oil.