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Balsam Peru Essential Oil - Living Libations

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Balsam Peru Essential Oil captures the warm, resinous aroma of the majestic Myroxylon balsamum tree. Known for its soft cinnamon-spice, caramel, and vanilla notes, this balsamic oil is a beloved choice for perfume base notes, aromatherapy, and skin care.

Botanical Info:

  • Botanical Name: Myroxylon balsamum

  • Family: Fabaceae

  • Extraction Method: Steam distilled

  • Part Distilled: Resin

  • Country of Origin: Peru

  • Cultivation: Wild crafted

  • Composition: 100% Myroxylon balsamum

  • Consistency: Thick, amber-colored, sometimes crystalline

Scent Profile:
Delectable soft-cinnamon-spice, caramel nuances, mellow balsamic base, and powdery vanilla core. Long-lasting, warm, and comforting aroma.

Blends Well With:
Cedar, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Clove, Orange, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Ylang, Jasmine, Vetiver, Lemon, Vanilla, Tonka Bean, Spikenard, Sweet Vernal Grass, Petitgrain, Benzoin, Bergamot, Clary Sage, Narcissus, Orris Root, Neroli

Uses & Benefits:

  • Perfume & Candles: Fabulous fixative; enriches base notes

  • Aromatherapy: Diffuse or use in salt pipe to calm mind and body

  • Skin Care: Soothes nerves, tension, and supports gentle skin care

  • Mood & Sleep: Promotes tranquility and restful sleep

  • Blending Tip: Combine with Benzoin and Vanilla for velvety accords, or pair with citrus, firs, and floral oils for complex aromatic creations

Key Constituents:
Esters of benzoic acid, cinnamic acids, and vanillin

Pro Tip:
Dilute before topical use; patch test sensitive skin. Adds long-lasting warmth and sweetness to perfumery blends, body oils, and aromatic creations.

Why Choose Balsam Peru:

  • Ancient oleoresin with centuries of traditional use in skin care and soothing syrups

  • Eco-conscious, sustainably harvested resin ensures tree health and forest preservation

  • Offers a powdery vanilla balsamic aroma that softens the spirit and environment



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