Amyris Oil

Amyris Oil, distilled from the wood of the Amyris balsamifera tree, is a valued essential oil known for its warm, woody, and slightly sweet aroma with hints of vanilla and balsam. This oil is obtained through steam distillation, capturing the essence of amyris wood, often referred to as West Indian Sandalwood due to its similar scent profile, though it is not botanically related to true sandalwood. Amyris Oil is celebrated in aromatherapy, natural perfumery, and skincare for its grounding, warm character.

In aromatherapy, Amyris Oil is appreciated for its soft, woody character. Its gentle, warm scent is a popular choice for creating a tranquil atmosphere when diffused.

The scent is soft, smooth and lightly sweet over a dry woody base, gentler than many cedar or pine oils. It is often chosen in natural perfumery as a rounded woody base note, and it is also known as West Indian sandalwood or Amyris balsamifera essential oil. Technique tip: add it to the base of a perfume accord and let the blend rest for a few days so the woody notes round out. For external aromatic use only, never taken by mouth, and dilute it in a carrier oil before skin use.

The composition of Amyris Oil, rich in sesquiterpenes, gives it its distinctive warm, woody character.

Common Uses: Amyris Oil is incorporated into natural perfumes for its subtle, warm aroma. It's also used in skincare formulations for its soft woody scent, and in candles and diffusers for its grounding scent.

Blends well with: Lavender, Frankincense, Cedarwood, and Orange, as well as other woodsy, floral, and citrus oils. These combinations enhance Amyris Oil's warm and woody notes, creating aromatic blends.

Aromatic Scent: Amyris Oil offers a warm, woody, and slightly sweet aroma with vanilla and balsamic undertones, providing a comforting and grounding olfactory experience.

Botanical Name: Amyris balsamifera

Plant Part: Wood