Elemi oil is extracted from the steam distillation of resin of Canarium luzonicum of the Burseraceae family and is also known as Manila elemi. The tropical tree is a native of Philippines that can grow up to 30 meters high. The tree exudes a pale yellow resin when leaves sprout from them.

Elemi oil contains main chemical components as terpineol, elemicine, elemol, dipentene, phellandrene and limonene. The essential elemi oil has a citrus-like smell, a bit spicy and is pale in color. Elemi oil has properties of being analgesic, expectorant, tonic, antiseptic and stimulant. This oil blends well with Frankincense, lavender, rosemary, myrrh and sage. The moderate use is recommended and that too with proper dilution as this can cause irritation to sensitive skin.

Uses of Elemi Pure Oil

• The oil is used with respiratory complaints such as bronchitis, dry cough and excess mucus.
• It is also helpful in cases of heavy perspiration, cuts, wounds and skin infections.
• Elemi oil is said to rejuvenate the skin.
• It can be used in cases of nervous exhaustion and stress related conditions; it gives a feeling of peace.

Benefits of Elemi Pure Oil

• Elemi oil is helpful in the treatment of the respiratory tract, skin conditions and in lifting the spirit.
• In vapor therapy elemi oil can be used for nervous and respiratory conditions.
• Elemi oil can be used in blended massage oil, or diluted in the bath, to assist with nervous and respiratory conditions, stress related problems and skin infections.