Copaiba Wild Harvested Essential Oil

Our wild harvested Copaiba Balsam Essential Oil is steam distilled from the delicately wildcrafted amber-colored resin gathered from the trunks of the tropical evergreen Copaifera officinalis trees, commonly called Copaiba Balsam (Copal), that grow deep in the rainforests of Brazil. To extract the resin, a hole is drilled / tapped into the copaiba tree, which can grow anywhere from 15-30 meters high. This sustainable rainforest resource can be harvested without affecting the health of the tree or the rainforest in which it grows.

The essential oil of Copaifera officinalis is composed primarily of the heavier sesquiterpene and diterpene hydrocarbons, and the dominant compound, beta-caryophyllene, which is an anti-inflammatory compound. Copaiba may be relatively new to the rest of the world, however, this essential oil has been used extensively by indigenous people of the Amazon and surrounding areas such as Peru for almost everything under the sun, and for at least four centuries. Copaiba Balsam Oil is your go to for inflammation, in fact it is considered one of the most anti-inflammatory substances on earth.

Each and every batch of Amala essential oils is tested by an independent international laboratory before being sent to us. A Certificate of Analysis is issued, stating the purity of the oil.

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REPORTED BENEFITS AND USES

AROMATHERAPY

Copaiba Balsam Essential Oil is a powerful essential oil to use for managing pain and inflammation, and is also effective in helping reduce scarring, healing burns, and other skin-related challenges. It can be very useful in healing, soothing irritation and treating chronic skin disease. Copaiba Essential Oil is also helpful when looking to reduce unwanted microbial activity and to ease painful muscle spasms. Copaiba Oil is the first oil you should turn to for arthritis pain and inflammation, as well as gout, tendonitis and plantar fasciitis.

COSMETICS

Copaiba Oil is beautifully nourishing for the skin and is a lovely oil to include in blends formulated for skin support. This essential oil has a pleasant aroma and harmonizes with other aromatic compounds. The sweet oil also acts as an excellent fixative, stabilizing and strengthening the scents of other essential oils.

 
EMOTIONALLY & ENERGETICALLY

Copaiba Balsam Oil soothes and protects. This essential oil can help heal old, deep emotional wounds as it is incredibly balancing emotionally. With its deep, grounding aroma, Copaiba Balsam Essential Oil is also a great choice for supporting deep, restful sleep. This essential oil is also said to possess aphrodisiac properties and can be used to inspire sensual moods.

PART USED Natural Oleoresin (Balsam)
EXTRACTION METHOD  Steam Distilled Essential Oil
ORIGIN  Brazil
NOTE CLASSIFICATION  Base Note, Good Fixative

BLENDS WELL WITH: Lavender, Lemongrass, Ylang Ylang, Cypress, Frankincense, Marjoram, Cedarwood

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Apply Topically: Our Single Essential Oils and Blends are 100% pure and undiluted. To apply to the skin, dilute with a high-quality Carrier Oil and use in an easy to apply roller bottle. For a guide on how much to use, see our dilution chart here. 

Diffuse & Inhale: Breathe in your favorite essential oils using an essential oil diffuser or apply to your wrists and inhale. You can also add a few drops to your hands and form a 'tent' over your nose and inhale. A great way to diffuse when you are on the go is to use diffuser jewellery or a car diffuser.

SAFETY

Keep out of reach of children. If pregnant or under a doctor’s care, consult a physician. Avoid contact with eyes.

Do not use internally unless instructed by a licensed aromatherapist or physician. Essential oils are highly concentrated and powerful oils and can cause serious harm if ingested without the necessary expertise required - for this reason, ingestion of essential oils is NOT recommended.

We do not recommend using essential oils on pets, unless under the care of a veterinarian or aromatherapist.