Technical data
- Product Name: Peru balsam
- Latin name: Myroxylon balsamum var. pereirae
- Extraction: Solvent extract
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 8007-00-9
Features
- Scent: Warm, sweet, balsamic with vanilla, cinnamon and a soft smoky undertone
- Scent type: Resins and balsams
- Note: Base
- Color: Dark brown to deep reddish-brown
- Viscosity: Thick and syrupy
Blends with
Amber Hearth
Purpose
- A grounding, romantic diffuser blend for cozy evenings.
- Recipe
2 drops Peru balsam, 3 drops sweet orange, 1 drop cinnamon bark, 1 drop sandalwood
Velvet Skin Serum
Purpose
- A luxurious body oil with a warm, gourmand finish.
- Recipe
30 ml jojoba, 1 drop Peru balsam (0.1%), 2 drops ylang ylang, 2 drops bergamot
Dillution guideline
- Maximum 0.4% on skin (IFRA recommendation) due to sensitization potential.
- Patch test
Apply a diluted drop to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Avoid topical use on children under 6; for older children, use only at very low dilution and with caution.
- Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy and nursing unless guided by a qualified aromatherapist.
- Pets
Keep away from cats, dogs and birds; diffuse only in well-ventilated rooms with an exit route for animals.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.
- Storage
Store in a tightly sealed dark glass bottle, away from heat and light; warm the bottle gently in hand if it thickens.
