CELESTIAL® Balsam Poplar Essential Oil – Populus balsamifera (Balm of Gilead)

Botanical Name: Populus balsamifera
Origin: Canada Wildcrafted
Method: Steam distillation
Part Used: Buds
Other names: Balm of Gilead Tree, Eastern Balsam-Poplar, Bamtree
Perfumery Note: Base 

Experience the soothing properties of CELESTIAL® Balsam Poplar Essential Oil, steam-distilled from the buds of wildcrafted Populus balsamifera trees in Canada. Also known as Balm of Gilead, this essential oil is cherished for its rich, resinous aroma and its traditional use in relieving muscle tension and promoting relaxation. It is naturally rich in alpha-bisbolol, which is why it works well in muscle rubs and balms.

With its calming scent and potential anti-inflammatory properties, Balsam Poplar Essential Oil is a valuable addition to massage blends, diffusers, and personal care products aimed at easing discomfort and supporting emotional well-being.

Key Features:

• 100% pure and undiluted essential oil
• Steam-distilled from wildcrafted Canadian Populus balsamifera buds
• Rich, balsamic aroma with soothing qualities
• Ideal for massage, diffusion, and topical applications (when diluted)
• Add a few drops to a carrier oil for a relaxing massage targeting sore muscles
• Diffuse to create a calming atmosphere that supports stress relief
• Incorporate into salves or balms for natural skin care

Ingredients: 100% pure Populus balsamifera (Balsam Poplar) essential oil

Bottle Sizes: 5ml, 15ml, and 50ml
Packaging: Amber glass bottle to protect the oil’s integrity

Topical Application Information:

This essential oil is pure and undiluted, so if you wish to use it on your skin it will have to be diluted first. The general guide to using essential oils on your skin is that they should be diluted to a maximum of 3-5% in a carrier oil. 

Essential Oil Safety:

Always dilute essential oils before applying them to your skin as when undiluted they may cause skin irritations. It is always a good idea to do a small patch test somewhere like the back of your hand when using a new essential oil for the first time. 
DO NOT ingest essential oils. It is against the TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) Guidelines to suggest ingestion of essential oils in Australia. This is due to safety concerns around the harm an undiluted and highly concentrated essential oil can do when ingested. There are very few exceptions to this, which include a small number of essential oils allowed to be used in the food manufacturing industry in highly diluted amounts for flavouring and scent (such as Lavender and Peppermint), or when under the care of a qualified Naturopath or Aromatic Medicine Practitioner (holds recognised qualifications, and is a member of a Professional Association granting TGA exemptions).
It is always best to avoid using essential oils on or around your pets. Dogs process most essential oils similar to how humans do, and will usually not be bothered by most essential oils being diffused in a well ventilated space. Many dog shampoos and conditioners also contain essential oils. However we recommend you never leave a dog unsupervised in a room with an essential oil diffuser on. Cats do not tolerate essential oils and small amounts may be harmful, even using a diffuser in the same room may cause toxicity. 

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