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Australian Sandalwood Essential Oil

Our organically crafted, premium-quality Australian Sandalwood Essential Oil is steam distilled from the sustainably harvested wood of the legendary Santalum spicatum tree native to Western Australia. West Australian Sandalwood Essential Oil is an intoxicatingly rich, beautifully aromatic essential oil that is sure to catch the attention of those seeking an exceptional, sustainable alternative to the virtually extinct Indian Mysore Sandalwood Oil. Wonderful in natural perfumes as well as therapeutic blends, this gentle oil is effective for skin care, relieving tension, and calming agitated emotions.

At a time when Indian Sandalwood Oil (Santalum alba) is becoming increasingly rare, Australian Sandalwood Oil is a more ecologically sound choice with its very similar therapeutic properties and aroma. Ours is an exceptional and very therapeutic Australian Sandalwood Essential Oil, with a natural alpha-santalol content of over 25% and a deep, complex character.REPORTED BENEFITS AND USESAustralian Sandalwood Oil is a befitting choice for enhancing the health and beauty of all skin types, and is particularly useful for alleviating acne and reducing skin blemishes. Sandalwood Oil is also an anti-inflammatory agent that may provide relief from mild inflammation such as insect bites, contact irritations or other skin conditions. Sandalwood Oil is among the very best oils to use on a daily basis as a healing perfume. West Australian Sandalwood Oil can also be used to ease unwanted muscle spasms, help with minor pain and inflammation management, as well as reduce the presence of unwanted bacterial, fungal, and viral activity.

Sandalwood is considered highly sattvic, which means it promotes good health, tranquility, clarity and is very safe to use. Prized for its tranquil, nourishing and satisfying fragrance, the divine oil of Sandalwood has been a quintessential component of ritual and meditation from ancient times to the present day. The fragrance centers the heart, enhances concentration and opens higher centers of intuition. In aromatherapy and fine fragrancing applications, Australian Sandal Oil acts as a tenacious, grounding base note that helps to round out fragrances.Santalum spicatum3962

Balsam Fir Oil

Our organically crafted Balsam Fir Essential Oil is steam distilled from the aromatic green needles and twigs of the Abies balsamea evergreen tree growing in northeastern Canada. The oil has a distinctively woodsy, balsamic, evergreen aroma and a very light, clean terpenic top note like reminiscent of freshly crushed fir needles.

The Balsam Fir is a native evergreen conifer well-adapted to the cold climates of the northern United States and Canada. Its symmetrical spire-like crown, shining dark green color and sweet, turpentine fragrance created by the abundant resin in its bark and needles have made it a favourite Christmas tree for hundreds of years. The branches are also popular in holiday wreaths and other greenery. In the landscape, this fir is used as a specimen as well as part of a screen or windbreak.REPORTED BENEFITS AND USESBright and elevating, Balsam Fir Essential Oil is highly recommended for use in diffusers to purify the environment in enclosed spaces and especially to help ward off infectious bacterias that circulate in the winter months. This essential oil helps to support healthy lung function, especially when one is feeling particularly congested.

Along with providing support for healthy lungs, Balsam Fir Essential Oil is cherished by many for its emotional balancing effects. With an uplifting yet soothing effect, Balsam Fir Oil is a welcome ally to inhale after a day in the city or a long drive, and it revivifies with every breath. Balsam Fir is also an excellent oil for calming muscles and joints after a long day or intense workout.Abies balsamea3983

Balsam Poplar (Balm of Gilead) Oil

Our organically crafted Balsam Poplar Essential Oil is steam distilled from the sustainably wildcrafted delicate buds of the deciduous Populus balsamifera trees native to the forests in Canada. Balsam Poplar Tree is also known as Balm of Gilead tree, after the legendary salve of that name. With its fresh, resinous, sweet, balsamic, sensual, woodsy aroma, Balsam Poplar Essential Oil is now widely used as an ingredient in soaps, perfumes and various cosmetic products.

The process of wildcrafting the buds used to make our Balsam Poplar Essential Oil is particularly labor-intensive, but the stunning aromatics make it so worth it the extra effort. Poplar Balsam Essential Oil is created in the tradition of the Native North Americans, who used the bark of this hardy tree to treat deep wounds, decrease pain, clear congestion, and alleviate symptoms of arthritis and rheumatism.REPORTED BENEFITS AND USESBalsam Poplar Essential Oil is yet another exceptional offering from our planetary pharmacy that is believed to play a significant role in respiratory support applications, showing great efficacy as well in formulas for relaxation and muscle rubs. The amazing anti-inflammatory properties of this oil can be traced to its high level of alpha-bisabolol, a compound that may decrease muscular and cell inflammation in the body. Along with helping to manage pain and inflammation, Balsam Poplar Bud Oil helps to reduce the presence of unwanted bacterial and fungal activity and helps support healthy lungs, primarily relating to congestion. This essential oil can also help boost the immune system. Balsam Poplar Essential Oil is a valuable addition to personal care products intended to soothe and support damaged or problem skin and hair. It is also gaining more widespread attention for its use as a natural scent fixative.

Emotionally and energetically, Balsam Poplar Oil heals and supports. This essential oil encourages emotional healing on all levels, quieting a restless mind. Balsam Poplar Essential Oil helps focus attention and usher in a more profound sense of tranquility.Populus balsamifera4002

Abyssinian (Crambe) Seed oil

PHYSICAL APPEARANCE

Pale yellow to yellow colored liquid

ODOUR PROFILE

Faint characteristic odourrn

FATTY ACID PROFILE

FATTY ACID

SPECIFICATIONS (%)

Palmitic Acid?C16:0

1.00 ? 4.00

Stearic Acid

0.50 ? 2.00

Oleic Acid

10.00 ? 25.00

Linoleic Acid

7.00 ? 15.00

Alpha-Linolenic Acid

2.00 ? 5.00

11-Eicosenoic Acid

2.00 ? 6.00

Behenic Acid

1.00 ? 3.00

Erucic Acid

50.00 ? 65.00

Lignoceric Acid

Maximum 1.00

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Acai Berry Oil

The Acai Palm, also known as the Assai Palm, is a species of palm trees native to Brazil and other regions of South and Central America. The Acai Palm bears small, dark purple berries produced in branched clusters of 500 to 900 fruits. The local and indigenous river people in the Amazon forest have been consuming acai berries for hundreds of years and it can make up to 80% of their diet. With the flourishing popularity, the commerce of the fruit has become the main source of income for many families and most of the acai that comes from Brazil is wildharvested and fair traded.

The Acai fruit does, in fact, contain a truly amazing nutrient profile with a combination of omega-3, omega-6 and omega 9 essential fatty acids that support cellular structure, phytosterols, vitamins such as B1, B2, B3, E, and C, minerals such as phosphorus, calcium, and potassium, and essential amino acids. And as importantly, the Acai fruit is rich in anthocyanins and phenols, which are powerful antioxidants.

Our Acai Berry Oil is produced from premium quality acai berries that are sustainably harvested. After meticulous harvesting, Acai Berry Oil is then carefully cold pressed, filtered, packaged and stored to maintain the purity, freshness and beneficial properties of this nutritive, cold pressed oil.REPORTED BENEFITS

Acai Berry Oil is rich in phenolics, has a rich selection of nutritious fatty acids, has anti-inflammatory properties and is full of antioxidants, make it an incredibly effective cosmetic ingredient for skin care cosmetics; it is especially effective when used for its anti-aging benefits. As Acai Berry Oil acts as a powerful emollient, making it incredibly effective for moisturizing and repairing conditions related to dry and aging skin or as an aid to help skin condition, such as psoriasis or acne. It effectively restores the skin’s elasticity levels and contains anti-bacterial properties, as well as being very easily absorbed by the skin.FATTY ACID PROFILE

FATTY ACID

SPECIFICATIONS (%)

Palmitic Acid?C16:0

20.00 ? 26.00

Palmitoleic Acid?C16:1 (n-7)

2.00 ? 5.00

Stearic Acid?C18:0

1.00 ? 3.00

Oleic Acid?C18:1 (n-9)

50.00 ? 65.00

Linoleic Acid?C18:2 (n-6)

12.00 ? 15.00

Alpha-Linolenic Acid?C18:3 (n-3)

0.30 ? 1.00

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Anethi (East Indian Dill) Oil

Our organically crafted Anethi Essential Oil, also called East Indian Dill Seed Oil is steam distilled from the seeds of the Anethum sowa herb, growing in India. With its fresh, sweet, herbaceous, slightly earthy, caraway-like odour, Anethi Oil is an important flavouring for the Indian pickles industry.

PLEASE NOTE: Anethi Oil should not be confused with Dill Seed Oil and Dill Weed Oil both of which are derived from the herb of the European species Anethum graveolens which is different to that of Indian Dill (Anethum Sowa).REPORTED BENEFITS AND USESAnethi Essential Oil‘s primary therapeutic use is for relief of stomach upset and flatulence. It also has various other medicinal benefits and is helpful in blends formulated for managing pain and inflammation, muscle spasms, and unwanted bacterial, fungal, or viral activity. It has been used in India since the past to treat various skin related problems naturally. East Indian Dill Oil can help to protect and heal the skin against unsightly acne, eczema and dermatitis by inhibiting the clogging of pores and protecting it from invasion by toxic particles and bacteria.

Reviving, uplifting and imparting emotional buoyancy, the fragrance of Anethi Essential Oil is considered especially beneficial in aromatherapy due to its ability to ease tension from daily stress, promoting deep, restful sleep, and supporting feelings of contentment and well being.Anethum sowa

Angelica Root Essential Oil

Our organically crafted Angelica Root Essential Oil is steam distilled from the roots of the flowering Angelica archangelica biennial plant thoughtfully cultivated in France. Also referred to as Garden Angelica, Wild Celery or Norwegian Angelica, this essential oil has a has a very fine, delicate, rich earthy, green-herbaceous, extremely tenacious aroma with peppery top notes and clean spicy, musky back notes.

Often placed by early herbalists at the forefront of medicinal plants, Angelica is at once gently stimulating and simultaneously sedating. Its relaxant effect renders it as potent as Ginger in supporting digestion. Angelica was traditionally used, especially in Chinese medicine, as a natural restorative for its ability to soothe menopausal symptoms and negative moods as well as for its skin enhancing properties.

In ancient times, Angelica archangelica was believed to ward off evil spirits, and was used at pagan festivals. Its later association with angels, in its botanical name and in many European languages, is thought to derive from the fact that it came into flower on or around 8 May, the feast day of St Micheal the Archangel.REPORTED BENEFITS AND USESAngelica Root Essential Oil is revered for its aroma within fine fragrancing, natural perfumery and beauty/personal care applications. The aroma has a remarkable depth, persistence and diffusiveness, making it widely used as base note and can help to act as a natural fixative. Along with its use in natural perfumery, Angelica Root Essential Oil is also helpful in managing pain and inflammation, muscle spasms, and unwanted bacterial, fungal, or viral activity. Angelica Root Oil can also assist in the revitalization of dull, congested skin by encouraging healthy microbial balance. This versatile oil also supports detoxification processes, and is employed for its supportive effect on respiratory function.

Emotionally and energetically, Angelica Root Oil is warming and inspiring. This essential oil is incredibly uplifting and can help promote balance and calm, especially during times of situational anxiety and depression. With its deep, grounding aroma, Angelica Root Essential Oil is also a great choice for supporting deep, restful sleep. This essential oil is also said to possess aphrodisiac properties and can be used to inspire sensual moods.Angelica archangelica2265

Anise Essential Oil

Our organically crafted Anise Essential Oil is steam distilled from the wildcrafted brown pods of the white-flowering Pimpinella anisum plant growing wild in Egypt. Anise seed has a long history of use as a spice and medicine. With its sweet, herbaceous, spicy, warm, licorice-like aroma, Anise Oil has traditionally been used to add flavor to various culinary ventures from candy and baked goods to curry dishes.

Not to be confused with the popular Star Anise spice, Pimpinella anisum is an annual herb native to Greece and Egypt and also cultivated in India, China, Mexico and Spain. The Aniseed Oil is often used interchangeably with that of Star Anise, both oils derive their primary therapeutic effect from trans-anethole. This is the natural constituent with the familiar licorice-like aroma similar to fennel, though sweeter.REPORTED BENEFITS AND USESAnise Essential Oil is really very rich and potent. Along with helping soothe the digestive system, Anise Oil is also fantastic when looking to formulate blends for reducing pain and inflammation. This essential oil may help reduce unwanted muscle spasms and unwanted viral activity. This essential oil can also be useful in diffuser and inhaler blends when looking to support healthy lung function, especially when experiencing a cold or the flu. Aniseed Oil also has anti-inflammatory properties, as well as refreshing, moisturizing, and regeneration effects on the skin.

Emotionally and energetically, Anise Essential Oil is a warming and energizing essential oil that can help reduce mental fatigue, improve clarity and help maintain alertness. This essential oil is also welcome during times of situational anxiety and depression, as it can help relax the nerves and inspire creativity.Pimpinella anisum2101

Asafoetida (Hing) Oil

ODOUR PROFILE

Strong, sulphurous odour reminiscent of garlic and onionPHYSICAL APPEARANCE

Pale-yellow to orange-yellow colored liquidFerula asafoetida2102

Amyris Essential Oil

Our organically crafted Amyris Essential Oil is steam distilled from the heartwood and branches of the small evergreen Amyris balsamifera tree native to Asia, Haiti and other Caribbean islands, as well as Central America. With its dry, earthy, balsamic aroma, Amyris Essential Oil has become popular as a key ingredient in natural perfumes, being noted for its calming nature, as well as for its anti-aging properties in skin care.

Indigenous to Haiti, Amyris is of great value to locals who use it for firewood and, since the hard-grained, dense wood is heavy with aromatic resins, branches serve as excellent, bright-burning torches. Amyris is also sometimes called West Indian Sandalwood; however, its properties are different and it is not botanically related to true Sandalwood Oil. These two wood-based oils have very different top note aromas, but do have similar woody dry out notes. They can be used in the same ways when fragrance blending, but are not suitable substitutes for use in aromatherapy.REPORTED BENEFITS AND USESChemically, sesquiterpene alcohols dominate most of Amyris Oil’s composition making it exceptionally safe and non-irritating. For this reason, you’ll often find it in skin care products as well as in natural perfumes. It can also help regenerate skin cells, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, and add elasticity to the skin. Amyris is also an anti-inflammatory agent that may provide relief from mild inflammation such as insect bites, contact irritations or other skin conditions. Amyris Oil is often used to ease unwanted muscle spasms and help with minor pain and inflammation management. Amryis Essential Oil is also extensively added in soap perfumes, as it blends well with other oils and substances such as Lavandin Oil, Coumarin, Citronella Oils and Oakmoss products.

An inexpensive and sustainable alternative to Sandalwood, Amyris Essential Oil is calming and nourishing to the heart as well as the nervous system. The benefits of Amyris Oil include reducing the stress levels, releasing tension, bringing mental clarity, and encouraging motivation during times of anxiety, stress and depression. The calming, sedative properties also help promote sleep for those who suffer from insomnia.Amyris balsamifera2258