Eterično Olje Palo Santo (Guayaco) "Bulnesia sarmientoi" - Eterično Olje
The essential oil of Palo Santo, also known as Guayaco essential oil, is extracted from the wood of the Bulnesia sarmientoi tree, which primarily grows in South America, including countries such as Argentina, Bolivia, Paraguay, and especially in Peru and Ecuador. Below, I present information about its origin, properties, uses, and method of extraction:
Origin: Palo Santo is a sacred tree for many indigenous cultures of South America, used in ceremonies and rituals due to its healing and spiritual properties. Its essential oil has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to relieve headaches, muscle pain, colds, flu, stress, and anxiety, among other health issues.
Properties: The essential oil of Palo Santo contains numerous beneficial chemical compounds, including limonene, α-terpineol, mentofurano, and carvone, among others.
Botanical name: Bulnesia sarmientoi
INCI: Bulnesia sarmientoi Wood Oil
Family: Zygnophyllaceae
Part used: Bark
CAS: 8016-23-7
EINECS: 289-632-8