Elemi

Canarium luzonicum

Botanical family: Burseraceae

Country of Origin: Philippines

Active ingredients:

Limonene (40-72%)
Alpha Phellandrene (10-24%)
Sabinene (3-8%)
Elemol (1-25%)

Production method: steam distillation from tree resin.

Historical Background: Elemi essential oil has been used in Europe for hundreds of years to treat skin infections and ulcers, and has been added to many creams and ointments. Famous healing ointments: Baum de Fioravanti and Baume paralytique. Elemi belongs to the same botanical family as Frankincense and Myrrh. The Egyptians used Elemi for embalming, and in Europe for skin care, getting rid of wrinkles, and improving skin tone.

Medicinal properties: anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antidepressant, expectorant, mucolytic, anti-infectious, with catarrh of the upper respiratory tract.

What diseases to use: skin diseases, scars, pimples, acne, wrinkles, dry skin, oily skin, very dry skin, skin aging, skin aging, allergies, rashes, oily skin, porous skin, cuts, wounds, muscle pain, nerve pains, infections, bronchitis, colds, coughs, inflammation of the uterus, inflammation of the mammary gland. The essential oil will help with exhaustion of the adrenal glands due to constant nervous stress.

Spiritual and emotional impact: the name itself means “as above, so below”, so Elemi brings balance, aligns subtle bodies, relieves stress from the body. Elemi essential oil, for the same reason, is good to use for meditation.

Effect on the Mind: Grounds and balances, clears the mind.

Application and dosage:

does not need to be diluted with vegetable oil
the oil is considered safe (GRAS) for internal use by the FDA
apply 1-3 drops to the affected area
for oral administration, place in a capsule, 2 times a day, if necessary
add 1 drop to half a glass of water
apply to Vita Flex points
inhale from the palms or from a bottle –
5-8 drops in a diffuser for 30 minutes 3 times a day, or as needed
in the bath 5-6 drops per emulsifier
enrichment of cosmetics: 2 drops per 10 ml base.

Pet Use: Yes, has a calming effect on dogs.
Some oils can be very toxic to cats. These include non-therapeutic grade citrus oils! Please check with your veterinarian if you are unsure if an essential oil can be used on your pet.

Precautionary measures:

use only therapeutic grade oils
does not need to be diluted with vegetable oil
the oil is considered safe (GRAS) for internal use by the FDA
children under 6 years of age should not use the oil as a dietary supplement
when applied to the skin in its pure form, the reaction is neutral
Keep out of the reach of children
shelf life of sealed packaging is not limited.

Elemi essential oil is part of: Ortho Sport Massage Oil.

Essential oils are not medicinal products. Specialist consultation required