Balsam Peru Essential Oil 60ml. (2oz.) Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils   Sorry, this Essential Oil size has been discontinued. Please choose a different size. Price includes Free Shipping To view another size/option, use the pull down menu to make your selection and click 'Go'. SKU: 22PERE Latin Name: Myroxylon balsamum var. pereirae Country of Origin: El Salvador Description: Rich, sweet, balsamic, vanilla-like scent. Cultivation Method: Harvested from Wild Growing Plants Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Extracted From: Crude balsam Color: Pale amber/brown Perfumery Note: Base Consistency: Viscous liquid.   [Click to Zoom]   Aromatherapy Properties: Warming, opening, comforting, soothing. Suggested Use: Add to a diffuser for a long-lasting, warm aroma climate. Please note that the balsams are most commonly used in the"background"of an Aromatherapy blend, as in our Bamboo Forest line of products. Blends Well With: Spices, floral and oriental bases, petitgrain, ylang ylang, patchouli, rose etc. Great fixative, that binds other more volatile aromas and makes them last longer. History: Popular ingredient in tropical medicinal preparations, and used for a few pharmaceutical products such as cough syrup. Very nice for scenting soaps, detergents and body care, it is also used to flavor alcohol and soft drinks. Specific Safety Information: No known toxicity with the Essential Oil of Balsam Peru. The balsam itself, however, can cause contact allergies.