BOTANICAL NAME Dipterocarpus stp

SCENT:The oil has a fresh nutty scent

STRENGTH OF AROMA: Strong

PLANT PART: Roots, Rhizomes, stems, fruit or seeds,

EXTRACTION METHOD: Steam Distillation

ORIGIN: Indonesia

COLOUR:pale or colourless ranging to dark red or brown

CONSISTENCY:viscous

NOTE: Base

REPORTED ATTRIBUTES:

Traditional and Emotional uses reportedly include:-

The oil is used within the perfume industry mainly nowdays but has traditional medicinal uses whoch are now no longer in favour. It is still sometimes used as an ingredient in skin care applications. See HISTORY

HISTORY:

It is often use to adulterate Copaiba as its properties are similar and is sometimes used as a substitute for Linseed in rather crude paint material.

Gurjun Balsam was once reputed to stimulate the heart and increaseblood pressure. Other uses included lessening mucous secretions and relieving respiratory disorders like asthma, chronic cough, and bronchitis. Gurjun Balsam Oil has been used in the past as a treatment for rheumatic pain and skin problems including nappy rash, bedsores, eczema, and wounds.

CAUTIONS:

As with all essential oils, they should not be used during pregnancy and never ingested (taken internally) and should be kept away from children and pets. No medicinal claims are made for this product and the notes above are provided for guidance purposes only. Essential Oils are powerful plant extracts and should be used with extreme caution. You should seek the advice of a qualified practitioner should you be in any doubt.