Balsam Peru Essential Oil

Description

100% Pure & Natural Balsam Peru Essential Oil

Botanical Name: myroxylon perearae

Uses of Balsam Peru Essential Oil

• Combine with a carrier and apply to chest and back while feeling under the weather.
• Diffuse when dealing with stress for a relaxing experience.
• Mix with water and apply topically to scalp to moisturize and soothe dry scalp.

This oil is sourced from

South America

Physical Description

The color of this oil is pale amber to brown, with a viscous liquid consistency.

Aromatic Description

This base note is rich, sweet, balsamic, and has a ‘vanilla-like’ aroma.

Biological Makeup and Components

benzoic and cinnamic acid, esters such as benzyl benzoate, benzyl cinnamate, and cinnamyl cinnamate. The crude balsam contains approximately 50-64% oil, referred to as ‘cinnamein’, and 20-28% resin.

Extraction Technique

High vacuum dry distillation. Alcohol distillation of the resin of the tree.

Information for Aromatherapists

Balsam Peru essential oil is a base note and blends well with Ylang Ylang, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Sandalwood, Rose, spices, floral, and oriental bases. Rounds respiratory oils.

Cautions

• Balsam Peru has been known to be an allergen to certain people.
• Any person with a history of plant or food allergies should read ingredients before using.
• For external use only. Do not ingest.
• If you are pregnant, epileptic, have cancer, have liver issues, or any other serious illness, we strongly suggest you consult a medical professional prior to using this essential oil.
• Always keep essential oils out of reach of children.
• Keep this oil tightly closed and in room temperature or cooler spot.