Technical data
- Product Name: Palo Santo
- Latin name: Bursera graveolens
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 959130-05-3
Features
- Scent: Warm, sweet and woody with a bright citrus top and subtle resinous, faintly minty facets.
- Scent type: Woods and mosses
- Note: Middle to base
- Color: Pale yellow to yellow.
- Viscosity: Thin to medium; a mobile, free-flowing liquid.
Blends with
Sacred Grounding
Purpose
- A calming, meditative diffuser blend for stillness and focus.
- Recipe
3 drops Palo Santo + 2 drops Frankincense + 1 drop Lavender in the diffuser.
Forest Sunrise
Purpose
- An uplifting yet grounded morning accord.
- Recipe
3 drops Palo Santo + 2 drops Sweet Orange + 1 drop Cedarwood in the diffuser.
Dillution guideline
- For skin use, dilute to 2-3% in a carrier oil such as jojoba or argan.
- Patch test
Apply a small diluted amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before wider use.
- Children
Keep out of reach of children; for children over 3, use only at very low dilution and consult a qualified aromatherapist.
- Pregnancy
If pregnant or nursing, consult a healthcare professional before use.
- Pets
Keep away from pets; high-limonene oils can be especially problematic for cats. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and never apply to animals.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically classified as phototoxic; however, its high limonene content oxidises over time, and oxidised oil may cause skin sensitisation.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.
- Storage
Store tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from heat and light; because it is limonene-rich, minimise air exposure and use within its shelf life.
