{"product_id":"eo-09","title":"Sandalwood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name: \u003c\/strong\u003eAmyris Balsamifera\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart used: \u003c\/strong\u003ewood and branches\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eJamaica\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExtraction method: \u003c\/strong\u003eSteam distillation\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e for external use only (never ingest), suitable for fragrance burner\/diffuser, diluted in a fragrance-neutral carrier oil in the (foot)bath and on the skin (undiluted essential oil can irritate sensitive skin). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmyris essential oil is also known as West Indian sandalwood oil because the scent is reminiscent of sandalwood. It is obtained by steam distillation from the bark and branches of the Amyris balsamifera tree. Due to its high oil content, this wood burns on its own, like a candle, and is therefore called candlewood by the local population. It is a less expensive alternative to pure sandalwood. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis oil has been used to clean wounds and to treat colds and diarrhea. It is said to be highly effective in relieving bladder infections and vaginal infections. When used in a vaporizer, it helps reduce anxiety and sensation, and works as an aphrodisiac, alleviating impotence and frigidity. It is used to treat coughs, colds, and bronchitis. The calming properties are said to aid meditation. It is also a muscle relaxant and soothing agent. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe botanical origin of the tree that produced this oil was unknown until 1886, when the main differences between this plant and true sandalwood were established by microscopic examination of the leaves. The Amyris balsamifera tree grows wild in Haiti. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"United Kingdom","offers":[{"title":"10 ml","offer_id":40569350095016,"sku":"eo-09","price":11.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0550\/5990\/6728\/products\/172914_5078f8c5-cfca-4301-a2af-8f572df3f222.jpg?v=1627318584","url":"https:\/\/pranina.com\/en\/products\/eo-09","provider":"Pranina.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}