Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Peru Balsam

Peru balsam oil comes from the Myroxylon pereirae plant. It has an earthy scent. It has an antiseptic and sedative effect.

Peru Balsam plant
Peru Balsam plant
Peru Balsam (Myroxylon pereirae)

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Emotional edit

Soothes stress.

Respiratory edit

Relieves bronchitis, coughs and symptoms of colds and flu.

Skin edit

Eases sensitive skin and rashes.