Mastiha of Chios

Celebrated since antiquity for its therapeutic and cosmetic benefits, this ingredient is no longer just a legend—scientific research confirms its powerful anti-aging properties. Chios Mastiha Oil the rarest and most luxurious treasure derived from the Pistacia lentiscus var. chia tree, exclusive to the Greek island of Chios, agricultural product Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) since 1997.

Where do we find Mastiha of Chios?

Mastiha is found exclusively in the southern part of Chios, Greece.

Which are the benefits of Mastiha of Chios in skincare?

Chios mastic offers significant skincare benefits due to its unique combination of bioactive compounds:

Rejuvenation and Regeneration: Chios Mastiha Oil supercharges your skin’s natural renewal process by boosting collagen production. This means enhanced elasticity, visibly reduced fine lines, and a luminous, youthful glow. Let your complexion radiate vitality as it restores itself from within, delivering the ultimate anti-aging solution.
Anti-Inflammatory and Healing Properties: Calm and soothe irritated or inflamed skin with the gentle yet powerful healing properties of this rare oil. Ideal for sensitive or damaged skin, it accelerates the recovery of minor wounds and reduces redness, leaving your skin balanced, refreshed, and visibly healthier.
Antioxidant Protection: Shield your skin from the daily onslaught of environmental stressors with potent antioxidants that fight free radicals. This protection prevents premature aging, ensuring your skin remains vibrant, firm, and resilient over time.
Antibacterial Action: Reveal clear, blemish-free skin as Chios Mastiha Oil reduces harmful bacteria and supports skin hygiene. Its natural antibacterial properties make it a trusted ally against acne, promoting a smooth, purified complexion.
Sebum Control for Balanced Skin: Say goodbye to shine and oily skin troubles with mastic oil’s sebum-controlling properties. By balancing your skin’s oil production, it reduces excess shine and minimizes pore-clogging issues, leaving your skin beautifully matte, refined, and glowing with health.

Are there any other benefits of Mastiha of Chios?

Anti-inflammatory Action: It acts against cardiovascular disease, diabetes, cancer, and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
Antioxidant Action: Highly valued for protecting against atherosclerosis. The presence of phenolic compounds, terpenes, and phytosterols in Chios mastic can reduce oxidized low-density lipoprotein (LDL), also known as “bad” cholesterol, which is crucial for heart health.
Antibacterial Action: It has been associated with the elimination of Helicobacter pylori, the bacteria responsible for gastric ulcers. It has also shown promise in treating other common pathogens of the throat, ear, and dental plaque, making it beneficial for oral hygiene.
Anticancer Action: Recent in vitro studies suggest that it contains compounds that induce apoptosis (programmed cell death) in cancer cells, particularly in prostate, colon, lung, mouth, and pancreatic cancers. It may also have anti-angiogenic properties, inhibiting the blood supply that feeds tumors.

Tzani, A.I., Doulamis, I.P., Konstantopoulos, P.S., Pasiou, E.D., Daskalopoulou, A., Iliopoulos, D.C., Georgiadis, I.V., Kavantzas, N., Kourkoulis, S.K. & Perrea, D.N. (2018) ‘Chios mastic gum decreases renin levels and ameliorates vascular remodeling in renovascular hypertensive rats‘, Biomedicine & Pharmacotherapy, 105, pp. 899-906.