Elemi Essential Oil January 06 2023

Elemi essential oil comes from a 30 meters tall, white bark tree with the same name. Now, this species native to the Philippines is endangered thus, its essential oil is quite rare. The essence of this plant is recognized around the world for its many medicinal properties. In ancient Egypt, this essential oil was well-known to preserve dead bodies and join vibrancy to the skin. A green resinous substance called gum is discharged from the tree. Then the essential oil is extracted by distillation. It contains mainly alpha-phellandrene, elemol, and elemicin.

Elemi essential oil has healing properties on the skin, it reduces scarring and disinfects fresh wounds and cuts to prevent infections. Thanks to its toning properties, elemi prevents skin aging, and sagging, and slows down. Thus, it also rejuvenates sun-damaged skin by increasing cell renewal.

Elemi reduces respiratory issues such as bronchitis, sinusitis, and inflammation of the mucous thanks to its expectorant properties. To soothe respiratory issues, you can diffuse elemi in your room, or for better effects, you can inhale it by adding 2 drops to hot water for steam infusion. In addition, elemi essential oil is antibacterial and antiviral and it boosts the nervous system so it helps prevent those issues. 

Then, this essential oil helps to relax by reducing anxiety, soothing the nervous system, and reducing stress. You can diffuse it to lift your mood of the day and restore harmony between body and mind.

Elemi essential oil comes from a 30 meters tall, white bark tree with the same name. Now, this species native to the Philippines is endangered thus, its essential oil is quite rare. The essence of this plant is recognized around the world for its many medicinal properties. In ancient Egypt, this essential oil was well-known to preserve dead bodies and join vibrancy to the skin. A green resinous substance called gum is discharged from the tree. Then the essential oil is extracted by distillation. It contains mainly alpha-phellandrene, elemol, and elemicin.

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