Balsam of Peru Essential Oil is steam distilled from the gum resin of Myroxylon balsamum (L.), a tree belonging to the Fabaceae family. Renowned for its warm, sweet, balsamic aroma with rich vanilla-like undertones, this oil has long been valued in perfumery, cosmetics, aromatherapy, and traditional wellness applications.
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Balsam of Peru Essential Oil possesses a rich, warm, and comforting fragrance characterized by sweet balsamic notes layered with hints of vanilla, cinnamon, and resinous undertones. Its soft, lingering aroma makes it a valuable ingredient in fine fragrances, personal care products, and aromatic blends.
Balsam of Peru Essential Oil blends exceptionally well with a wide range of floral, spicy, and woody essential oils:
Balsam resin is obtained from Myroxylon pereirae, a tree known for producing a thick, aromatic resin with a distinctive cinnamon-vanilla fragrance. Through steam distillation, this resin yields an essential oil widely used in flavoring applications, cosmetics, soaps, perfumes, and aromatherapy products. Traditionally valued for its soothing properties, this oil has been utilized in preparations intended for skin care, respiratory wellness, rheumatic conditions, and as a natural antiseptic and fungicidal ingredient. Its warm fragrance makes it a prized component in floral and oriental perfume compositions.
The genus Myroxylon was first described by Linnaeus in 1753 using specimens collected in South America. Later, in 1781, Linnaeus filius formally established the genus Myroxylon and described Myroxylon peruiferum based on botanical collections made by José Celestino Mutis.
The latex and resin obtained from Myroxylon trees became important commercial products, serving as the source of both Balsam of Peru and Tolu Balsam. These aromatic materials have been widely utilized for centuries in perfumery, traditional medicine, and cosmetic manufacturing, cementing their place as enduring ingredients in global trade and wellness traditions.
Balsam of Peru Essential Oil is obtained from the resin found within the trunk of the tree. Harvesters make carefully controlled V-shaped incisions in the bark, allowing the resin to exude naturally. Once dried, the resin is collected, purified, and processed. The purified balsam is then subjected to steam distillation, yielding an essential oil rich in aromatic esters and resinous compounds. The resulting oil possesses a smooth, sweet fragrance that blends exceptionally well with floral, woody, and spicy essential oils.
Balsam of Peru Essential Oil is a versatile ingredient across multiple industries, valued for its aromatic and functional properties:
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Request a Bulk EnquiryThis technical reference provides a detailed breakdown of the key chemical constituents, safety parameters, regulatory guidelines, and organ-specific effects associated with Balsam of Peru Essential Oil (Myroxylon balsamum L.). It is intended for use by cosmetic formulators, perfumers, and industrial buyers requiring compliance and safety data.
The daily oral maximum of 372 mg is based on an oral limit of 5 mg/kg for benzyl alcohol, benzyl benzoate, and benzoic acid, which together constitute up to 94% of the oil. Formulators should account for cumulative exposure from all sources when calculating safe use levels in finished products.
Crude balsam may contain sensitizing compounds including coniferyl benzoate, coniferyl alcohol, benzyl isoferulate, and resorcinol monobenzoate. These compounds are not generally present in significant quantities in the essential oil fraction. Ultra-high vacuum distillation can remove much of the coniferyl benzoate content, further reducing the sensitizing potential of the finished oil.
Published data indicate that Peru Balsam Essential Oil is substantially less sensitizing than crude Peru Balsam resin. When used within the recommended dermal limits and with appropriate dilution, the oil presents a manageable safety profile for professional cosmetic and fragrance applications.
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