Rare and raw Manila Elemi resin, fresh, soft, and abundantly aromatic.
Scent Profile:
Fresh, green, herby, citrus, peppery, balsamic, and spicy fragrance of Elemi. Reminiscent of lemon, fennel, spice, and woods. Its harmonious blend complements well with Frankincense, Myrrh, Galbanum, Labdanum, Clary Sage, and Cinnamon.
Magical Properties:
Magically, Gum Elemi plays a role in rites of passage, initiation, and new beginnings. It aids in releasing pre-conceptions and old ideas, marking the dawn of a new life chapter. Honoring the spirits of nature, Elemi fosters focus during meditation, offering a profound connection to the mystical.
What sets this Elemi resin apart is its exceptional softness, a result of its high percentage of essential oils beween 20-30%.
Ideal for crafting perfumes, incense, salves, oils, and cremes, it effortlessly dissolves in alcohol and warm oils, burning sweetly on the censer without any charring.
Elemi boasts natural binding qualities, perfect for crafting incense that require binders, adding a citrus high note. This resin is extremely sticky, you can set it in the freezer to crystalize to make the incense more workable.
In ancient Egypt, Elemi held significance as an ingredient in embalming lotions, while Culpeper suggested its use for treating fractured skulls. Additionally, it served as a natural insect repellent. Beyond ancient rituals, the industrial sector has harnessed Elemi's versatility in the production of ink, cement, varnish, and lacquer.
Traditional Uses:
Elemi proves invaluable in skin care, offering toning and rejuvenating properties suitable for aromatherapy products targeting aged skin and wrinkles. Its healing prowess extends to infected cuts and inflamed skin conditions. As an inhalant, Elemi effectively alleviates an unproductive cough, bringing relief. In times of nervous exhaustion and stress, Elemi serves as a source of hope, revitalizing the spirit.
Due to its composition this resin is packed in a fresh seal bag.
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PriceFrom €9.50
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