Common Name: Amyris Essential Oil, West Indian Sandalwood, amyris oil
Botanical Name: Amyris Balsamifera
Family Name: Rue
Parts Use: Wood

Amyris essential oil commonly referred to as West Indian Sandalwood oil, the Botanical origin of the tree yielding this oil remained obscure until 1886. The main country of origin today is Haiti, where the oil is obtained by steam distillation from broken up wood & branches. The locals call it candle wood because of its high oil content; it burns like a candle. It is uses as a torch by fishermen and traders. It also makes excellent furniture wood.

The production of this oil has dropped with the passing of time due to adverse climatic conditions in Haiti. Amyris essential oil has been used for wound washes, influenza, and childbirth recovery, diarrhea, used also as a room fragrance or mood fragrance, as a cheaper alternative to genuine Sandalwood. Used as a fragrance, fixative or a component of soap fragrance. Limited application in flavoring work, but some used in liquors.

Amyris essential oil, Amyris balsamiferous, historical uses consist of wound wash, influenza, childbirth recovery, diarrhea, used as a room fragrance or mood fragrance, as a cheaper alternative to genuine Sandalwood. Used as a fragrance, fixative or a component of soap fragrance.

Limited application in flavoring work, especially liqueurs. Antiseptic, balsamic, sedative, calming and an aid to stress relief. It has sedative properties and helps during meditation. Muscle relaxant, emollient, soothing agent, stimulant. Amyris Sandalwood Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential oils can also be used in soap making ingredients, lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more.