
Balsam Peru Genuine
Description
Balsam Peru has a warm, earthy, vanilla-like aroma and amazing fixative power that makes it popular for perfumery and soap making. "Scent fading" can be a major concern when blending essential oils for fragrance purposes. Balsam Peru helps to increase the staying power of lighter notes as well as adding sweetness and depth to many blends.
Product Details
Botanical Name: Myroxylon pereirae
Origin: El Salvador
Aroma: Warm, musky, woodsy, vanilla-like, fresh, rich, and sweet
Consistency: Medium
Color: Dark amber
Note: Base
Blends Well With: Cypress, Cinnamon, Patchouli, Black Pepper, Lavender, Frankincense, Cedarwood, and Ylang Ylang essential oils.
Family: Fabaceae
Method: Steam Distillation
Plant Part: Resin
Uses
- Add to your favorite cold process soap recipe at a 3% usage rate to help anchor the aroma of an essential oil blend and add a unique fragrance note.
Caution
Skin sensitivity may occur. Essential oils are highly concentrated and should be diluted before applying directly to the skin. Keep out of reach from children. If pregnant or breastfeeding please ask your doctor before use.
This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.