Amyris Essential Oil

Botanical Name:  Amyris balsamifera

Country of Origin:  Haiti

Extraction Process: Steam Distillation

Active Constituent(s): Cadinene, Cadinol, Valerianol, β-eudesmol

Part of Plant: Wood Pieces

Also Known As: Sandalwood West Indies Essential Oil, Candlewood Essential Oil, West Indian Rosewood Essential Oil.

Appearance: Ranges from a viscous but clear to pale yellow liquid.

Oil Consistency: Viscous

Perfumery Note: Base

Aroma: Medium

Aromatherapy:   Amyris Essential Oil has sweet balsamic notes with vanilla undertones.  This oil is 100% pure and natural essential oil; certified as per the processes of the ISO 9235 standard.

Essential Oil Recipes: Amyris Essential Oil blends well with Cedarwood, Rose and Ylang Ylang essential oils.

Uses:   Essential Oils such as Amyris Oil can be used in an ultrasonic essential oil diffuser. It may also be used for aromatherapy massage when diluted in a suitable carrier oil.

Amyris Essential Oil is an amazing base for aromatics such as perfumes, scented candles, incense sticks, room fresheners and soaps.

Interesting Facts: Amyris Essential Oil traditionally has been used to uplift the mood and have an aphrodisiac like effect.

General Information:  Sunrise Botanics provides this essential oils guide for educational purposes only and not as medical advice. Please consult a qualified healthcare practitioner or resource on uses, safety and precautions for all essential oils Canada, USA and Worldwide.