Copaiba Balsam Oil
Botanical Name: Copaifera officinalis
Origin: Brazil
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Plant Part: Balsam from wood
BENEFITS:
Wild Grown - It is very high in sesquiterpenes, is a powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, disinfectant, and diuretic. For your blends, Copaiba works as a fixative, which means it helps keep all of the various scents together as a whole and strengthens them.
Copaiba is also excellent to combat congestion. Copaiba has been documented to contain 50 percent beta-caryophyllene which studied for its ability to modulatethe body's response to external irritants such as pollution and things that cause inflammation in the body. Copaiba's strong anti-inflammatory abilities make it excellent for combating pain on site, combine with Peppermint Oil for the most pain relief.
In a placebo-controlled study, 10 volunteers applied a copaiba 1% gel (1% essential oil, 99% carrier oil) twice a day for 21 days. There was a significant reduction in acne where the copaiba was applied. (Buckle, 272)
Therapeutic Use List: Acne, Bronchitis, sore throats, tonsillitis, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, urinary tract infection, cystitis, intestinal cramp and spasm, stomachache, stomach pain/bloating, stomach infections, muscular pain, bacterial and inflammatory skin conditions, fungal issues like athlete’s foot, nail infection
To Use:
GRAS
DIFFUSE
DILUTE FOR TOPICAL APPLICATIONS (4-8 DROPS per tsp. of Carrier Oil)
Add to personal inhaler
Patch test all oils before use; avoid eyes; do not use if pregnant
*This information is for educational
purposes only, it is not intended to treat, cure, prevent or, diagnose any disease or condition. Nor is it intended to prescribe in any way. 10 ml
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