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Palo Santo Wood Oil

Palo Santo Wood Oil
NAMES:

Botanical: Bursera graveolens | INCI: Bursera Graveolens (Palo Santo) Wood Oi

SOURCE:

Peru

CHEMICAL COMPOSITION:

Limonene, alpha-terpineol, beta-bisabolene, carvone, p-cymene, gamma-muurolene, menthofuran, trans-carveol, alpha-dihydro-agarofuran, juneol.

Due to concerns about overharvesting, this oil is produced using fallen branches or remnants of dead trees. This method respects the tree's life cycle and ensures sustainability. The collected wood is undergoes a steam distillation process to extract the oil. Its anti-inflammatory properties can help soothe irritated skin conditions like eczema and acne, while its antioxidant content helps combat free radical damage, contributing to a more youthful complexion. The oil's calming and grounding aroma can help reduce stress-related skin issues, and its potential antimicrobial properties may aid in preventing breakouts.

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