Balsam Copaiba Copaifera officinalis
Specifics
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| Country of Origin: Brazil | Extraction Method: Steam Distilled |
| Chemical Families: Sesquiterpenes | Plant Part: Resin / Gum |
| Cultivation: Plant was Wild Crafted | Botanical Families: Fabaceae |
| Aromas: Balsamic, Earthy, Exotic and Sensual, Resinous, Sweet, Warm and Radiant | |
| Note: Base |
Personal Experience, Research, Possible Actions
Balsam Copaiba is a good anti-inflammatory oil. The research on this oil shows that it has been found most beneficial in chronic mucous congestion, bronchitis, irritable conditions of the bladder, skin conditions and chronic diarrhea. I have personally seen it be effective for inflammation, fungal conditions and relieving pain.
In the Amazon, Balsam copaiba oil is used topically by the indigenous people for healing the skin, for all types of pain, and to cool inflammation. In Brazilian herbal folklore the oil is used as an expectorant for the respiratory tract, for bronchitis and allergies, and as a topical anti-inflammatory agent for all types of skin disorder.
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Traditional Knowledge
- Analgesic - numbs pain
- Anti-bacterial
- Anti-fungal
- Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation, cooling
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
- Cicatrisant
- Cooling
- Decongestant
- Expectorant - removes excess mucus from respiratory system
- Immunostimulant - stimulates immune function
- Nervous System calming
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Supports reflection and introspection
Encourages emotional healing on all levels
Quiets the mind
Supports focused attention and tranquility
Recipe
To Reduce Anxiety
5 drops Frankincense
5 drops Balsam Copaiba
5 drops Orange
Blend together in a blank inhaler and inhale as needed.
Safety Issues
Could be a potential skin irritant if the oil is old, depending on one's sensitivity.
