Our Peru balsam essential oil is steam distilled from the crude balsam of Myroxylon pereirae. This base note has a balsamic scent with sweet vanilla-like undertones. Peru balsam oil is a thick oil that is popular in perfume and blends well with ginger, rose, or petitgrain.
Blends Well With
Black pepper, ginger, jasmine, lavender, patchouli, petitgrain, rose, sandalwood, and ylang ylang
Packaging
1/2 oz. and 1 oz. essential oils are packaged in amber glass bottles with drop reducers for easy application. Larger sizes are packaged in amber screw cap bottles and do not come with reducers or droppers.
Precautions
This oil can cause skin sensitization. Never use essential oils undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children.
Before using topically, perform a small patch test on your inner forearm or back by applying a small quantity of diluted essential oil and apply a bandage. Wash the area if you experience any irritation. If no irritation occurs after 48 hours it is safe to use on your skin.