About Elemi Essential Oil

Q: Are you familiar with Elemi essential oil (Canarium luzonicum)? It smells great but I don't know much about it. Thanks for your time - K.L.

A: Elemi essential oil (Canarium luzonicum), is a wonderful essential oil that is non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing. It comes from a large tropical tree that may grow to about 100 feet high. It is native to the Philippines and is also cultivated there. Elemi essential oil is extracted by steam distilling a resin that oozes from the tree in places where it is punctured or injured. It is antiseptic, soothing to skin, fortifying and tonic, regulatory, stimulant, expectorant, and stomachic. Elemi helps skin to heal and is excellent to use for skin rejuvenation, and infected cuts and wounds. Elemi is known as an "anti-wrinkle" oil. It is also used to help clear bronchitis and when there is coughing. Finally, Elemi is said to be helpful in cases of nervous exhaustion.

Elemi one of my favorite oils and I use it in skin creams and massage oils. It still doesn't seem to be too well known and I will probably do a feature article on it in the newsletter pretty soon because I like it so much. Thanks again for your interest and don't hesitate to email or call if you have any further questions. Best Regards

- Joie Power, Ph.D.

To learn more about Elemi essential oil, including which oils it blends best with, and to order online, visit our Elemi product page.

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Disclaimer: The information provided here is for educational purposes only, and not intended to treat, prescribe, cure, or diagnose any disease or condition. This information is not intended as a substitute for consulting with your physician or other health care provider. Dreaming Earth Botanicals is not responsible for any adverse effects or consequences resulting from the use of any of the suggestions, preparations, or procedures discussed. All matters pertaining to your physical health should be supervised by a healthcare professional. Keep all aromatherapy products out of reach of children.

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