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Botanical Name:
Bursera Graveolens |
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| Also known as "Holy Wood" or "Holy Stick" |
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Country of Origin:
Ecuador |
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Method of Extraction: Steam
Distilled
branches |
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Consistency: Thin |
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Perfumery Note: Top |
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Palo Santo Forest |
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Aromatic Description: A fresh, intense
woody aroma with a slight hint of citrus |
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Description: The
tree of Palo Santo is originally from the dry tropical forests on the coast of
the South Pacific, Ecuador being the main country where this tree is found. The
largest remaining population of Palo Santo trees in South America grows in the
Parque Nacional Machalilla in Ecuador.
The Palo Santo oil is only concentrated and deposited in the interior of the
tree trunk. It can takes up to 10 years to produce the oil and to get
concentrate in their trunk. Only tree branches that fall naturally from the
ground are used to make this oil. The average life of the tree of Palo Santo is
between 80 and 90 years. |
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Only the branches and trunks
that have fallen naturally are gathered; there is no cutting of any live
trees. |
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Aromatherapy Properties:
(Uses) In Aromatherapy, Palo Santo is considered to be
antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial. |
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can be used as part of a remedy for bronchial coughs, colds, nasal flues,
allergies and asthma. It is said to have excellent absorption properties and can
be used in massage therapy to relieve pain and inflammation of the muscles and
joints, and regenerates skin conditions, promote skin nutrition, healing and
flexibility.
Palo Santo essential oil can generate states of calmness and relaxation and is
beneficial for meditation, concentration, and for enhancing creativity and
learning. In spiritual aromatherapy, it can be used as perfume to release
negative energy and to purify and cleanse the spirit.
Analysis show that Palo Santo oil contains high levels of limonene a
monoterpene compound that has been found to reduce the growth rate of cancer. |
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Pure
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Therapeutic Essential Oils : |
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This oil is Therapeutic Grade. Commercial Grade essential oils are usually made of the
left over plant materials after finishing the therapeutic distillation process.
The commercial
grade oils retain a robust fragrance suitable for soap making, candle making, as
well as cosmetic manufacturing. Unfortunately, because of the reduced active
therapeutic content, the commercial grade oils will not be suitable for aromatherapy or massage
therapy applications.
Silky Scents Essential Oils are all Pure and Therapeutic Grade, not
Commercial Grade. |
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Blends well with:
Cedarwood, Sandalwood and other wood oils
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History:
The Natives in Ecuador have used it mainly to protect themselves from
insects (mosquito) and also in ancestral rituals where shamans use this oil to
clear bad energy from the bodies. They also used it as essential oil and to
perfume their homes. |
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Important Note: The information
provided in the Oil Profiles area is for educational purposes only. This
data is not considered complete and is not guaranteed to be accurate. |
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General Safety Information: Do not take
any oils internally without consultation from a qualified aromatherapy
practitioner. Do not apply undiluted essential oils, absolutes, CO2s or other
concentrated essences onto the skin. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver
damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the
proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution
when using oils with children and give children only the gentlest oils at
extremely low doses. It is safest to consult a qualified aromatherapy
practitioner before using oils with children. A skin patch test should be
conducted prior to using an oil that you've never used before.
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