Balsam Tolu Oil

Tolu Balsam Essential Oil Profile – The Balsam of Tolu (Myroxylon balsamum) is a tall tree native to northern South America. The Tolu Balsam essential oil is derived from the wild tolu trees in Venezuela. The Balsam trees are tapped like rubber trees to collect their resin-like gums that are used commercially and sold as balsam. A tree must be at least 20 years old before it can be tapped because one tree only produces approximately 3 kg (6.6 Lbs) of gum annually.

Tolu Balsam Oil Uses – Tolu Balsam has been used as an anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, antiseptic, cough suppressant, expectorant, and vulnerary agent.

Tolu Balsam essential oil, Blends well with Spices, floral and oriental bases, Petitgrain, Ylang Ylang, Patchouli, and Rose. Tolu Balsam is also highly regarded as a great fixative that binds other more volatile aromas and allows them to last longer. Tolu Oil Cautions – Tolu Balsam can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Allergic reactions reported are generally skin rashes and dermatitis when the essential oil comes into direct, undiluted contact with the skin.

Tolu Oil Essential Properties – Tolu Balsam essential oil has a rich, sweet, balsamic, vanilla-like scent.