Odor: Rich, sweet, balsamic, vanilla-like scent.
Botanical Name: Myroxylon balsamum var. pereirae
Country of Origin: El Salvador
Extraction Technique: Steam Distilled
Components: Crude balsam
Color: Pale amber/brown
Note: Base
Viscosity: Viscous liquid
Properties: Warming, opening, comforting, soothing
Possible Uses: Can be diffused for a long-lasting, aroma that warms the area. The balsams are considered bases and should not be the main note of a blend. Creates a warm backdrop for other notes.
Great with: Spices, floral and oriental bases, Petitgrain, Ylang Ylang, Patchouli, Rose, etc. Popular fixative , with excellent binding endurance properties.
History & Facts: Traditionally used in tropical medicines and used currently in cough syrups and to flavor. Used in the home (soaps and other cleaning agents) and body care industries as a fragrance additive.
Safety Information: Although Balsam can cause allergic reactions, there is currently no known toxicity with the Essential Oil.
