Description
Amber essential oil is made from the fossilized resin of the amber tree. It is popularly used in jewelry and decorative household objects, and its base note is pine. It is also used as a natural perfume, and its scent is described as woodsy and warm. It is used to induce peace and relaxation, and to improve the look of skin and hair.
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6 Ways to Use Amber Essential Oil Every Day
A gold, sun-kissed color. An earthy, woodsy aroma. An origin
that involves fossilized trees and a centuries-long process. Amber is a
fascinating compound that is prevalent in jewelry, fragrances, and
decorations across the world. Its beloved for its light-reflecting
properties and gem-like appearance. The essential oil, however, is less
well known. Extremely rare and expensive to extract, amber essential oil
is luxurious and boasts a range of uses
What Is Amber Essential Oil?
Amber essential oil is made using the fossilized resin of the amber
tree. Amber resin is popularly used in jewelry and decorative household
objects. The largest source of amber resin is located on the Baltic
peninsula in Kaliningrad. Close to 90 percent of the worlds amber is
sourced from this region. It can also be found in smaller deposits near
Sicily, Peru, and the Caribbean. Amber derives its name from ancient
Arabia where it was called anbar. It has been most commonly used as a
fragrance or incense.
Most amber resins come from the fossilized remains of trees known by the botanical name
Pinus succinifera
.
These pine trees are now extinct, making this essential oil even harder
to come by as the years go by. Amber resin is produced through a
lengthy natural process of pressure and heat.
Extraction
The manufacturing process of Baltic amber and its essence oil is
complex. Divers and dredgers extract amber tree resin from the ocean
floor in the Baltic Sea. Caribbean amber resin is extracted using a
method called bell pitting. This mining method involves creating a shaft
through which the amber is removed in buckets. The amber is heated to
temperatures above 392 F in order to extract the amber oil.
As a result, pure amber essential oil is quite expensive. At current
market rates, pure amber oil can cost several hundred dollars for a
single ounce. Pure oils are extracted using a dry distillation method.
Only Baltic amber is used for pure amber essential oil. Due to high
costs, most amber oils on the market are essence oils or oil blends.
These blends range from around 10 to 20 percent essential oils in a
carrier base. Most often, amber oil is combined with rose oil or carrier
oils such as coconut oil and olive oil. Amber is also blended with
other woodsy scents such as sandalwood, frankincense, and myrrh
essential oil from India.
Aroma
The base note of amber essence oil is pine. Amber fragrance is most
often described as woodsy and warm. It can be used as a natural perfume
that is spicy and smoky. Amber oil effuses a warming scent, making it a
popular choice for cold evenings. The amber scent is what makes this
essential oil and blends so popular.
Uses of Amber Essence Oil
There are few health care studies purporting the health benefits of
amber essential oil. This may be due to the costly nature of the pure
essential oil. However, there are still many ways to use this smoky
scent at home. Amber fragrance oil is known to calm the mind and boost
libido. The oil can also be applied topically to improve the look of
skin and hair.
1. Induce Peace and Relaxation
Amber essential oil improves relaxation, just like other essential
oils used in aromatherapy. The scent is gentle and long lasting,
extending its use as a relaxant for several hours. The earthy undertones
help to ground your emotions and relieve stress and anxiety. Amber oil
can help further meditation and yoga practice by alleviating negative
feelings and increasing positivity.
How to Use: Bedtime Sleep Aid, Bath Oil, and Perfume
Add a few drops of amber oil to your diffuser just before bedtime.
Get comfortable and breathe in the woodsy scent as you fall asleep. The
fragrance will remain in the room all night, enabling a deep and restful
sleep. Combine with lavender or bergamot essential oils to increase
relaxation.
Alternatively, dab a few drops of amber perfume oil behind your ears
to
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