Elemi Essential oil
Best for: Fresh, resinous diffuser blends with a citrus lift
- Ships NZ-wide from our Kaiapoi warehouse
- Questions? Call 0800 228 767
Description
Elemi essential oil is steam distilled from the aromatic gum resin of Canarium luzonicum, a tree native to the Philippines and a relative of frankincense and myrrh. It has a fresh, citrusy, peppery aroma with balsamic, slightly spicy undertones, and sits as a bright middle note.
Its clean, resinous aroma is traditionally associated in aromatherapy with a calm, grounded and balanced mood, and it is popular for bringing a fresh, uplifting quality to a room or meditation space. It pairs well with other resins and herbs. Like many resin oils it can become more irritating as it oxidises, so use it within its shelf life and patch test first.
- Fresh, citrusy, peppery-resinous aroma
- Bright middle note that lightens resin and woody blends
- Traditionally associated with a calm, grounded and balanced mood
- Pairs well with frankincense, myrrh, lavender and rosemary
Blends well with: Cinnamon, frankincense, lavender, myrrh, rosemary and sage
About this oil
Elemi essential oil is steam distilled from the aromatic gum resin of Canarium luzonicum, a tree native to the Philippines and a relative of frankincense and myrrh. It has a fresh, citrusy, peppery aroma with balsamic, slightly spicy undertones, and sits as a bright middle note.
Its clean, resinous aroma is traditionally associated in aromatherapy with a calm, grounded and balanced mood, and it is popular for bringing a fresh, uplifting quality to a room or meditation space. It pairs well with other resins and herbs. Like many resin oils it can become more irritating as it oxidises, so use it within its shelf life and patch test first.
- Fresh, citrusy, peppery-resinous aroma
- Bright middle note that lightens resin and woody blends
- Traditionally associated with a calm, grounded and balanced mood
- Pairs well with frankincense, myrrh, lavender and rosemary
Uses
- Diffuser or vaporiserAdd 3–4 drops to your diffuser or oil burner with water for a fresh, resinous room aroma, on its own or blended with frankincense or lavender.
- BathMix 2–3 drops into a tablespoon of carrier oil or unscented bath base first, then add it to a warm bath. Never add undiluted essential oil to bath water.
- Massage and aromatherapyIf you use it in massage, aromatherapy or other skin applications, always dilute it in a carrier oil at around 1–2%, roughly 6–12 drops per 30ml. Patch test first.
Blends well with
Specifications
| Botanical name | Canarium luzonicum |
|---|---|
| Plant part | Exudate gum/resin |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Purity | 100% pure, natural, undiluted |
| Appearance | Clear to pale yellow mobile liquid |
| Aroma | Fresh, citrusy and peppery with balsamic undertones |
| Size options | 10ml, 25ml, 50ml, 100ml, 200ml |
| Origin | Philippines |
| Shelf life | 24 months when stored airtight in a cool, dark place |
Safety & storage
- For external use only. Do not take internally. If swallowed, do not induce vomiting and seek medical advice.
- Never apply undiluted to the skin. Always dilute in a carrier oil.
- Elemi can become more irritating to the skin as it oxidises. Use within its shelf life and patch test the diluted blend on a small area for 24 hours before full use.
- Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. Do not use on broken or irritated skin.
- Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding, or for babies and young children, unless advised by a qualified practitioner.
- Flammable. Keep away from heat and open flame. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
Storage: Store tightly capped in the original dark glass bottle, away from heat and direct sunlight.
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Shipping & returns
We aim to dispatch within 1 working day from our Kaiapoi warehouse. Delivery usually takes up to 2 working days in the South Island and 2–3 in the North Island (rural addresses 1–2 days longer). Shipping is calculated at checkout.
See our shipping policy and returns policy, or call 0800 228 767.
