Viscosity: Thick paste, solid to semi-solid (Needs considerable warming to liquefy)
Perfume Note: Base
Aroma: Creamy, Honey sweet, Balsamic, Resinous, Slightly floral, Warm, Woody, Slightly smokey Blends well with: Aniseed, Chamomile Blue, Chamomile Roman, Cinnamon Bark, Cinnamon Leaf, Clove Bud, Cypress, Davana, Elemi, Fennel, Frankincense carteri, Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine grand, Jasmine sambac, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Myrrh, Neroli, Orange Sweet, Palmarosa, Rose Bulgarian, Rose Moroc, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang III, Complete or Extra
Guaiacwood essential oil is a true perfumer's delight that promises to add a unique and delightful aroma to any natural perfume, soap, candle, or incense. This essential oil has a complex blend of creamy, balsamic, woodsy, and slightly floral aromas that make it a favorite among natural perfumers.
Extracted from the resinous heartwood of the Guaiacum tree, which is native to the tropical forests of South America, Guaiacwood is a semi-solid oil that becomes liquid when warmed. This makes it easy to blend with other oils, and once blended, it remains mobile. Its melting point is between 40-50 degrees Celsius (104-122 degrees Fahrenheit).
In addition to its use in perfumery, guaiacwood has been used in aromatherapy to help with anti-inflammatory issues and lymphatic drainage, and it has calming effects that can be helpful for stress and anxiety. Its balancing, grounding, and calming effects make it an ideal choice for meditation, as well. It is believed that Guaiacwood essential oil can help to soothe the mind and promote a sense of relaxation and well-being.
The aroma of Guaiacwood essential oil is warm, woody, and resinous, with a slightly smoky undertone. It has a long-lasting scent that makes it an excellent base note fixative for natural perfumes. Its unique aroma profile makes it an economical choice for perfumers who are looking for a base note with panache.
Overall, Guaiacwood essential oil is a versatile and economically sound choice for those who are looking to add a unique and delightful aroma to their natural perfumes, soaps, candles, and incense. Its many therapeutic benefits make it a popular option among aromatherapists and natural health practitioners.
Aromatherapy use: anti-inflammatory, calming, stress relief, lymphatic decongestant, skin fungus, rheumatism, arthritis
General use: Perfume fixative, incense, bath and body skin care, spa treatment oils and creams, soap and candle scenting
Contraindications: None known
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