Introduction of Amyris Essential Oil

The name of the Amyris plant is derived from the Greek word "Amyron," meaning intensely scented. It is commonly known by names like balsam wood, candle wood, Buddha wood, and West Indian Sandalwood, reflecting the quality of the wood. In the late 1800s, Amyris received its botanical name Amyris balsamifera, often being mistaken for sandalwood throughout history. The plant bears white flowers that grow into black-bluish edible fruits and is widely cultivated in the West Indies and parts of South and Central America.

Extraction Process

Steam Distillation is used to extract Amyris Essential Oil from the wood of the Amyris tree.

Botanical and Technical Information

Uses of Amyris Essential Oil

• Ideal for meditation and therapeutic massage
• Commonly used in perfumes, soaps, and cosmetics
• Added to creams, incense, and mist sprays for enhancing fragrance
• Effective sedative, decongestant, and antiseptic properties
• Supports skin regeneration and helps prevent premature aging
• Provides cooling relief for irritability, sexual tension, and frustration

Benefits of Amyris Essential Oil

• Uplifts the mind and body, promoting creativity and imagination
• Relieves anxiety and stress when used in oil burners or diffusers
• Suitable for therapeutic massage oils for relaxation
• Non-toxic and non-sensitizing; suitable for skin applications (dilute with carrier oil)

Harvesting Information

Amyris is an evergreen tree from the citrus family, Rutaceae, growing up to 8 meters tall. It is found in the wild in Haiti and the Dominican Republic, and also cultivated in other tropical regions of the West Indies and South and Central America.