Technical data
- Product Name: Amyris
- Latin name: Amyris balsamifera
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin:
- Parts used:
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- CAS: 8015-65-4
Features
- Scent: Soft, woody, balsamic and faintly sweet, with a peppery-resinous undertone reminiscent of dry cedar and warm vanilla wood.
- Scent type: Woods and mosses
- Note: Base
- Color: Pale yellow to light amber
- Viscosity: Medium to thick, slightly syrupy
Blends with
Hushed Hour
Purpose
- An evening diffuser blend to soften the transition from work to rest.
- Recipe
3 drops Amyris, 2 drops bergamot, 1 drop lavender in an ultrasonic diffuser with 100 ml water.
Warm Skin Story
Purpose
- A roll-on perfume oil for cozy, woody-floral wear.
- Recipe
4 drops Amyris, 2 drops geranium, 1 drop patchouli in 10 ml jojoba (approx. 3.5% dilution).
Dillution guideline
- Generally well tolerated at 2-4% in a carrier oil for adult skincare; use 1-2% for facial applications.
- Patch test
Apply a small amount of the diluted blend to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Use only in low-dose diffusion around children over 3 years; avoid topical use on children under 6 without professional guidance.
- Pregnancy
Consult a qualified aromatherapist or healthcare professional before use during pregnancy or while nursing.
- Pets
Keep diffusion light and the room ventilated; avoid use around cats, birds and small animals, who are particularly sensitive to essential oils.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under the guidance of a qualified medical professional.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from direct sunlight; oxidation is slow but accelerates with heat and air exposure.
