Opopanax Essential Oil (Commiphora guidottii)

Certified organic Opoponax essential oil is derived from resin, and its scent is reminiscent of myrrh, as both come from the same botanical genus, Commiphora. It has a deep, warm aroma with earthy, woody, and sweet notes that helps ground emotions and promote inner harmony. It is an excellent support for meditation and skincare.

Opoponax supports skin regeneration by reducing redness, imperfections, and excess sebum. A few drops in skincare blends can help restore skin and its natural balance.

Our wild-harvested opoponax oil is steam distilled from the resin of trees growing in the densely forested regions of Somalia and Ethiopia.

Product properties
Country of origin: Somalia
Plant Part: Resin
Cultivation: Wildcrafted
Groups of organic compounds: Sesquiterpenes, Monoterpenes
Botanical family: Burseraceae
Extraction method: Hydrodistillation

Therapeutic and aromatic properties
Therapeutic properties:

• Painkillers
• Anti-inflammatory
• Skin regenerating
• Antidiarrheal
  

Fragrance profile:
Notes: Base
Aroma: Resinous, Sweet, Woody, Spicy, Balsamic, Warm, Floral

Application
Skin Care – Sebum regulation. Opoponax has a slightly drying effect, making it ideal for oily and blemish-prone skin. Add a few drops to hemp oil to create a light, natural moisturizing serum.

Relief – Muscle Tension and Aches. Have you strained your muscles during exercise? Apply a massage blend with opoponax and Trauma Oil to relieve muscle tension and stiffness.

Breathing – Releasing tension in the chest. Feeling tight in your chest? Use an opoponax oil inhaler to encourage easy, deep breathing and clear your airways.

Durability and safety
Shelf life: 5 years
Safety and warnings:
Non-toxic and generally well tolerated, but may cause allergies and skin irritations in sensitive individuals.
Do not use on children under 2 years of age or on damaged or diseased skin.

Combinations for Opoponax Oil
Balsamic and woody (myrrh, frankincense, Atlas cedar, sandalwood) stabilize the scent and enhance the grounding effect.

Floral and herbal (lavender, rosemary, ct. verbenon, nutmeg sage) balance emotions and support skin regeneration.

Citrus (bergamot FCF, orange, mandarin) add freshness and brighten the composition.

Roots and spices (ginger, cinnamon leaf, clove) enhance the warming and energizing effect.

Cultivation: Wildcrafted
Production Date: 2024-01-29
Shelf Life: 5 years
Aroma Notes: Base
Country of Origin: Somaliland
Batch Number: OPP-113

View the detailed GC/MS report for this oil (PDF)

All essential oils available at Aromatics International are GC/MS tested, guaranteeing their highest quality and purity for aromatherapy applications. This ensures that we offer products with verified composition and full integrity. Learn more about GC/MS reports. Batch Number: OPP-113.

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