Peru Balsam Essential Oil, 10 ml

Peru balsam is an essential oil obtained from balsam trees whose home is Peru. Peru balsam has a deep, rich aroma with woody tones combined with sweet vanilla or a hint of cinnamon.

Peru balsam essential oil has been used for years for skin care and minor wounds. It helps to soothe dry skin; it must be diluted before use, as it can act as an irritant on sensitive skin. Peru balsam has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. You can also use it in hair care cosmetics; it helps remove dead skin cells and thus prevent further development of dandruff.

Essential oils are pure and are absorbed into the skin very easily. They are fat-soluble.

All supplied raw materials are of cosmetic grade, not suitable for internal use. Use appropriate protective equipment when handling.

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WHAT ARE ESSENTIAL OILS?

Essential oils, also called ethereal oils, are natural aromatic substances that come from various parts of plants – trunks, roots, seeds, flowers, leaves, etc. They give plants their characteristic scent and, in addition, they also have therapeutic and protective effects. They act very positively on symptoms at the physical, emotional, or mental level. 

Their chemical composition is relatively complicated. Essential oils are obtained from plants most often by distillation, extraction, or pressing. Essential oils are highly concentrated and are used directly on the skin only after dilution with carrier vegetable oils (almond, apricot kernel, jojoba, etc.). The only exception is essential oil from tea tree and lavender, which you can apply directly.

Use essential oils for inhalation or in your cosmetic products; we do not recommend the consumption of any essential oils of any brands.

Essential oils are fat-soluble, therefore if you want to use them in products without oils and butters, use a solvent /solubilizer/.

HOW WILL I USE ESSENTIAL OIL?

Production of cosmetics and soaps – the required amount of essential oil depends on the specific recipe and the quantity produced.
Inhalation, steaming – drip a few drops of essential oil into an aroma lamp, diffuser, or into a container with hot water.
Bath – mix the drops of oil in a base oil /coconut, olive.../, in 1 dl of milk or in a teaspoon of honey, pour this mixture into the bathtub. Essential oils on their own are insoluble in water, the drops would float on the surface.
Massage – add a few drops of essential oil to cold-pressed vegetable oil (approx. 50 ml) and mix well. A pleasant massage.
Sauna – you can choose from conifers, rosemary, eucalyptus, sage, mint, or citrus scents. The number of drops depends on the size of the sauna and your taste.

Essential oils are also popularly used in skin care, local compresses, hair masks, in oral hygiene care...