Elemi Essential Oil, 10ml
Elemi essential oil is used in aromatherapy to treat respiratory
problems such as colds and flu, coughs, chest congestion and to relieve
pain, headaches and muscle aches. In skin care, elemi essential oil
rejuvenates and restores aging skin by reducing the look of fine lines
and wrinkles.
Elemi essential oil can be used to:
It is well-known for being an antiseptic, balsamic, cicatrisant, expectorant, stimulant and tonic. It can be used for chronic coughs, respiratory tract infections, catarrhs, muscular fatigue, stress-related bronchial conditions, infectious skin conditions and wounds, cuts, and fatigue.
Elemi essential oil blends well with Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Frankincense, Lavender and Rosemary.
- Ancient Egyptian uses: Elemi Essential Oil was used as a preservative in the Egyptian embalming process, thanks to its antiseptic properties.
- Chinese ceremonies: Chinese herbalists used Elemi Essential Oil in a variety of religious ceremonies and rituals, which has been documented since the 7th century
- A soldier’s remedy: In the 17th century, J. J. Wecker, a pioneering physician and practitioner, used Elemi Oil in balms to treat soldiers who had been injured in battle.
Elemi Essential Oil is used in the production of a wide range of common household products. It can be found in perfumes, soaps, cosmetics and even some food products, such as soft drinks and alcoholic beverages.