Copaiba Balsam

Common Name: Copaiba Balsam Essential Oil

Botanical Name: Copaifera officinalis

Synonyms:

Family:  Fabaceae (Leguminosae)

Precautions / Contraindications:  

None known

As with all essential oils, taking internally, ingesting or adding to food / beverages is not recommended and can cause harm. 

Keep all essential oils out of the reach of children, with lids secured in a cool dark location. 

Aromatic Note: Base Note / fixative

Blends Well with:  Spices, Oriental bases, aphrodisiac oils, Rose, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Frankincense, Vanilla, Ylang-Ylang,

Oil & Aromatic Description: Pale yellow to yellow clear, light in consistency, soft, woody, honey like scent, rich

Method of Extraction: Steam distilled

Parts Used: Resin / balsam from wood

Country of Origin: Brazil

Actions commonly cited in aromatherapy

Antioxidant (copaene)

Anti-inflammatory / anti-arthritic

Antimicrobial

Promote wound healing

Aphrodisiac

Analgesic

Anxiolytic

Has been linked with similarities and complimentary with CBD oils 

References:

Salvatore Battaglia – The complete guide to aromatherapy – Volume 1 – Third edition

Robert Tisserand, Rodney Young – Essential Oil Safety – Second Edition