Balsam of Peru Essential Oil

Balsam of Peru Essential Oil is grounding, healing, and uplifting. Steam distilled from the resin of the Peruvian balsam tree, this essential oil offers a woody scent that’s sweet, vanilla-like, and slightly spicy. It improves your mood while supporting your health and wellness.

Also known as Peru Balsam, this potent oil is rich in natural plant compounds that are anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antiseptic. It also eliminates mold spores and fungus in your home, and can be used to treat nail infections or Athlete’s Foot. Try adding a few drops of Balsam of Peru to your home cleaning products to sanitize and invigorate your space.

Other Peru Balsam essential oil benefits include hydrating dry, cracked skin, nourishing the scalp, and healing small cuts and burns. With a long history in traditional medicine, this essential oil is also used to promote a stronger immune system and support respiratory health. If you or your family are experiencing colds, flu, or bronchitis, diffuse Balsam of Peru oil to soothe your symptoms and promote better breathing.

When meditating with this essential oil or using it for aromatherapy, Balsam of Peru helps balance your emotions and remain more present in your day-to-day life. It reduces anxiety, worries, depression, and helps with insomnia. Try inhaling Peru Balsam essential oil to create a calm, mindful moment whenever you need a break.

Balsam of Peru Essential Oil is part of the Rocky Mountain Oils Skin Care collection.

The statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Neither Rocky Mountain Oils® nor its products are intended for the purpose of diagnosing, treating, curing, or preventing any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician before using these products.

• Diffuse to promote relaxation, reduce stress levels, and purify the air in your home, car, or office. 
• Dilute with a carrier oil and apply topically to reduce the appearance of scars, stretch marks, fine lines and wrinkles, acne, and other blemishes or discoloration while cleansing and hydrating the skin.
• Use in DIY haircare products or add a few drops to your usual shampoo or conditioner to nourish and moisturize the scalp while promoting new hair growth, reducing dandruff, and smoothing frizzy flyaways.
• Apply topically with a carrier oil or add a few drops to a warm bath to soothe sore muscles, reduce inflammation, and relieve pain from stiff joints, injury, or physical exertion.
• Diffuse or use in a chest rub to calm coughs, relieve sinus congestion, and use as a natural expectorant to loosen phlegm and mucus during respiratory illnesses.
• Use to eliminate germs and microbes while strengthening the immune system.

Peru Balsam Essential Oil Room Spray

Fill your space with the robust yet calming aroma of Balsam of Peru, which elevates your mood while eliminating odor-causing bacteria and other impurities.

• 10 drops Balsam of Peru essential oil
• 1 cup Distilled Water
• 1 teaspoon Witch Hazel

Instructions: Add all ingredients to a spray bottle and shake well to combine, then spritz liberally into the air or onto linens, pillows, and soft furniture to freshen and revitalize your home.

• Botanical Name: Myroxylon balsamum
• Country of Origin: El Salvador/Peru*
• Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
• Plant Part: Resin
• Aroma: Sweet, Vanilla, Woodsy
• Consistency: Thick

*Some of our oils have multiple countries of origin. To confirm which country your specific bottle of oil originates from, please click here to consult its GC/MS test.

Blends Well With: Cardamom, Cedarwood, Cinnamon Bark, Clove Bud, Jasmine, Orange, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang

Popular Balsam of Peru Blends: Sweet Oasis, Peace & Quiet, Autumn Air, Spiced Chai

Always dilute prior to topical application. Avoid contact with mucous membranes, eyes, and the inside of the mouth, nose, and ears. Do not ingest. Do not use while pregnant or breastfeeding.

Kids Safety: Safe to use topically with children ages 2 years old and up. Dilute to a .5-2% dilution rate for topical application.

Tips for Safer Diffusing:

• Diffuse in an open, well-ventilated area.
• Keep children and pets out of the direct line of mist.
• Diffuse in 30-60 minute intervals, with ample break periods for safe and effective use.

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GC/MS tests verify the purity and quality of our essential oils, so you can be sure you're using the safest, highest-quality essential oils available today.

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