Maternal tincture SXINOS - Pistacia Lentiscus/Mastic Tree/Calcine with a dropper

The tincture of sino comes from the resin or mastic of the plant Pistacia lentiscus, an evergreen shrub or small tree. It is traditionally used to improve gastrointestinal health, have antimicrobial effects, and support oral health.

Botanical Description

• Family: Anacardiaceae
• Morphology: Evergreen shrub or small tree 1-3 meters tall, with dense foliage and small white-green flowers.
• Resin (Mastic): It is mainly produced by the subspecies Pistacia lentiscus var. chia, which is cultivated in Chios.
• Origin: Mediterranean region, especially in southern Greece and the Aegean islands.

Chemical Composition

The tincture of schina contains the following ingredients:

1. Triterpenic Acids

   • Mastic acid and its derivatives (strong antimicrobial activity).
   • Gallic acid: Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action.

2. Polyphenols

   • Flavonoids with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

3. Volatile Compounds

   • A-pinene, myrcene, lemony: Antimicrobial and aromatic compounds.

4. Resins and Saponins

   • They contribute to the healing of mucous membranes and the soothing of inflammation.

5. Macrocyclic Alcohols

   • They enhance the healing action.

Pharmacological Properties and Actions

1. Antimicrobial action

   • Fights bacteria, such as Helicobacter pylori and Streptococcus mutans.

2. Anti-inflammatory action

   • Reduces inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract and oral cavity.

3. Antioxidant activity

   • Protects against oxidative stress.

4. Gastroprotective property

   • It helps heal ulcers and reduce gastritis.

5. Wound healing

   • It promotes tissue regeneration, especially in mucous membranes.

6. Oral health support

   • Improves gum health and reduces bad breath.

Indications for Use

• Gastrointestinal disorders:
  • Stomach ulcer, gastritis, indigestion.
• Infections:
  • Helicobacter pylori, oral infections (gingivitis, periodontitis).
• Oral care:
  • Bad breath, gum inflammation.
• Healing of skin lesions:
  • Small wounds, irritations.

How to Use

 15-20 drops dissolved in a little water or decoction, 1-2 times daily.

Precautions and Side Effects

• Avoid during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Allergies: Avoid by people with sensitivity to mastic.
• Long-term use: Avoid without breaks, unless recommended by a healthcare professional.

The tincture schino (Pistacia lentiscus) is an excellent natural product with powerful antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and healing properties. It is mainly used to treat gastrointestinal disorders, care for oral health and support wound healing. However, caution is required in its use, mainly due to possible allergies and limited data on long-term use.