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 (Myroxylon pereirae)

Properties

Emotional

Soothes stress.

Respiratory

Relieves bronchitis, coughs and symptoms of colds and flu.

Skin

Eases sensitive skin and rashes.