Copaiba Balsam Essential Oil Profile
Botanical: Copaifera officinalis |
Origin: Brazil |
Method: Steam Distilled
Characteristics:
A colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sweet, woody-spicy, slightly musky scent. It blends well with cedarwood, citrus oils, clary sage, jasmine, rose, vanilla, ylang ylang.
Principal Constituents:
These are naturally occurring in the essential oil.
β-Caryophyllene: 50%
Ar-Curcumene
Beta-Bisabolene
Caryophyllene-Oxide
Copaene
Delta-Cadinene
Hardwickic-Acid
Safety:
Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes, as the resin can act as an irritant.
Those sensitive to the resin may experience a measles-like rash accompanied by irritation, itching and/or tingling. Discontinue use if these effects occur.
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