DescriptionAmyris Sandalwood Essential OilAmyris Aromatherapy Oil is also known as West Indian Sandalwood Essential Oil, and is sometimes used as a more affordable alternative to Sandalwood Aromatherapy Oil. However, Amyris Essential Oil is not an actual Sandalwood Oil, even though it shares some similar benefits.Amyris is actually a genus of plants within the citrus family. Some Amyris species exude a resin referred to as Elemi, from which Elemi Essential oil is made. This is why Amyris Essential Oil and Elemi Essential Oil share similar aromatic characteristics and healing benefits.Amyris Essential Oil AromaThe aroma of Amyris Essential Oil is, in some ways, similar to that of Mysore Sandalwood Aromatherapy Oil, but the difference is unmistakable, all the same.Amyris Essential Oil has a very pleasant aroma :: it is gentle & warm, almost balsamic, with woody undertones. It also has mild vanilla and citrus notes intermingling with the deeper woody notes.Amyris Aromatherapy Oil is used as a base note in perfumery.Amyris Essential Oil is considerably less expensive than Sandalwood Mysore Essential Oil.Amyris Essential Oil AttributesAmyris Essential Oil is considered to be uplifting, but also calming at the same time. It is ideally used for relaxation purposes, especially before bedtime.Like Sandalwood, diffusing Amyris Essential Oil can help achieve mental clarity and improved mental focus.And, like Sandalwood Essential Oil, Amyris exerts very positive effects on skin health when used topically. It helps to regenerate skin and decelerate signs of ageing. It will also soften and soothe dry, irritated skin.In addition, the topical application of Amyris Essential Oil is beneficial because it is a muscle relaxant, an emollient, and it is antiseptic.Amyris Essential Oil can also be used aromatically for the symptomatic relief of coughs and colds, due to its decongestant qualities, although there are better essential oils for this purpose, including:Rosemary Essential OilThyme Red Essential OilPeppermint Essential OilEucalyptus Essential OilPalmarosa Essential OilGurjum Essential OilAmyris Essential Oil Health BenefitsAmyris Essential Oil health benefits are thought to include: Antiseptic antiphlogistic (anti-inflammatory) aphrodisiac balsamic decongestant emollient (softening or soothing the skin) expectorant fixative hypotensive (lowers blood pressure) muscle relaxant sedativeAmyris Essential Oil has been used traditionally for many purposes.Insomnia & improve sleep qualityImmune system supportStressGroundingEasing muscle tensionSlow the ageing processBrain health: clarity memoryRespiratory supportAmyris Essential Oil SafetyThere are no known adverse effects of Amyris Essential Oil when it is used properly.However, pregnant and nursing mothers must avoid usingAmyris Essential Oil ViscosityAmyris Essential Oil is one of a few very viscous essential oils which will not flow in a cold environment. Even in hot weather it can be difficult to get Amyris Essential Oil moving.Most of us end up taking the plastic dropper insert out of the bottles.Prior to doing this, first try rolling your Amyris Essential Oil bottle vigorously between your palms for a minute to warm it up, or put it in a pocket, close to a warm part of your body for ten minutes.Hopefully the flow rate will be much improved.For more information please refer to:Why Are Some Essential Oils Slow Pouring?Amyris Aromatherapy Oil Blends Well WithBenzoin Essential OilBergamot FCF Essential OilCardamom Essential OilCedarwood Virginia Essential OilCedarwood Atlas Essential OilCistus Essential OilCitronella Essential OilClary Sage Essential OilCopaiba Balsam Essential OilElemi Essential OilFrankincense Carterii Essential OilFrankincense Serrata Essential OilGalbanum Essential OilGeranium Essential OilGeranium Rose Essential OilGurjum Essential OilOrganic Grapefruit Essential OilIary Essential OilLavandin Super Essential OilLavender Spike Essential OilLavender High Altitude Essential OilLavender Maillette Essential OilLavender True Essential OilOrganic Lemon Essential OilOrganic Lime Essential OilNutmeg Essential OilPalmarosa Essential OilPeru Balsam Essential OilRosewood Essential OilSandalwood Essential OilYarrow Essential OilAmyris Essential Oil Interesting FactThe Amyris tree is referred to as Torchwood in many historical texts because Amyris was traditionally used to make torches. This is because the high resin content of the Amyris wood meant that torches would continue to burn for long periods of time.Wild As The Wind Amyris Essential OilWild As The Wind Amyris Essential Oil is a premium quality aromatherapy oil, suitable for therapeutic purposes.INCI: Amyris balsamifera OilPlant Family: RutaceaeParts Used: WoodMethod of Extraction: Steam distilledPerfumery Note: BaseChemical Family: Sesquiterpenes, SesquiterpenolsAppearance: Clear, thick consistencyOrigin: HaitiShelf Life: 7-8 YearsWild As The Wind Essential OilsWild As The Wind offer one of the most extensive ranges of premium quality, therapeutic grade UK essential oils available online.Professional therapists use Wild As The Wind Essential Oils, including Osteopaths and Massage Therapists.Wild As The Wind Essential Oils are also used domestically, for home remedies as well as in green cleaning products etc.Wild As The Wind Essential Oils Are Suitable For:Diffusing & nebulisingDiluting to make body & bath oils (1% dilution)Using in your household first aid kit (average 2% dilution)Adding to your shampoos, conditioners & liquid soaps (5 drops per 100ml)Diluting to make face oils (2% dilution)Formulating effective household cleaners & sanitisers (average 5% dilution)Please consult How To Use Essential Oils for more information on how to use aromatherapy oils, and how to blend them.However, not all essential oils are suitable for all applications. For this reason you must read the specific safety advice, including cautions and contraindications, for the specific essential oils you intend to use.Wild As The Wind Customer Ratings:Etsy: 5 stars Facebook: 5 stars Google: 4.9 starsWild As The Wind Essential Oil AvailabilityWild As The Wind Essential Oils are available in the UK.Wild As The Wind Customer GuaranteesWild As The Wind essential oils are cruelty-free & vegan friendly. They are also some of the purest, most bio-active essential oils in the world.
