Palo Santo Essential Oil – Bursera

Palo Santo Essential Oil - Bursera

Bursera essential oil, better known as Palo Santo essential oil, is extracted from the wood of Bursera graveolens.

What is Bursera essential oil (Palo Santo)

Palo Santo literally means “sacred wood” and has been used for centuries in South American traditions for its purifying, grounding and calming properties. Known for its warm, woody aroma, the essential oil is widely used in aromatherapy, perfumery and luxury wellness products.

Origin and extraction method Palo Santo essential oil

Palo Santo essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the wood. This method ensures that the characteristic aromatic constituents of the wood are carefully preserved. The oil has an orange-yellow color and a thin to medium consistency, making it easily miscible in both aromatherapy and cosmetic applications.

Odor profile and aromatic properties

Bursera essential oil has a deep woody, warm and slightly sweet aroma with a gentle balsamic undertone. The scent is enveloping and soothing and is often described as spiritual and grounding. Palo Santo is widely used to create a calm atmosphere and to add depth and character to fragrance compositions.

Effects in aromatherapy

In aromatherapy, Palo Santo essential oil is used for relaxation, emotional balance and energetic cleansing. The scent helps release stress, promotes inner peace and supports meditation and mindfulness. Its warm and calming nature makes this oil particularly suitable for diffusers, scented stones and soothing evening rituals.

Application in cosmetics, perfume and wellness

Bursera essential oil is used in natural perfumes, massage oils, body oils, balms and wellness products. In perfume compositions, Palo Santo often acts as a woody base note that pairs well with citrus, spicy and resinous accents. In cosmetics, the oil provides a luxurious fragrance experience and a warm, natural character.

Combinations and fragrance blends

Palo Santo essential oil combines excellently with woody, citrusy, spicy and resinous oils. Blends with frankincense, sandalwood or light citrus notes also create balanced and refined fragrance compositions that are both relaxing and clarifying.

Product specifications

Product name: Bursera Essential Oil – Palo Santo
INCI: Bursera Graveolens Wood Oil
CAS number: 959130-05-3
Production method: steam distillation
Plant part: Wood
Aroma: Woody, warm
Color: Orange-yellow
Consistency: Thin
Customs code (HS): 33 01 2941 00