Sandalwood Essential Oil | 10ml | Aromatherapy | Meditation | Reiki

Latin Name: Amyris Balsamifera.
Part of Plant Used: Wood & Branches.
Source: Haiti.
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation.

Amyris essential oil is also called West Indian Sandalwood oil because its odour is reminiscent of sandalwood. It is obtained by steam distillation from the bark and branches of the Amyris balsamifera tree. Because of its high oil content, this wood burns by itself, like a candle, and is hence called candle wood by the local population. It is a less expensive alternate to pure sandalwood.

This versatile oil has been used to clean wounds, treat influenza, diarrhoea, alleviate cystitis and vaginal infections. Amyris essential oil is believed to ease anxiety, tension, insomnia, and act as an aphrodisiac, relieving impotence and frigidity. It is effective in treating coughs, colds, bronchitis, and its calming properties aid meditation. Additionally, it's a muscle relaxant and emollient