Balsam of Peru, Hydrosol (Myroxylon balsamum var. pereirae) - OFLORALE

Peruvian Balsam: A resin with multiple virtues

Peruvian balsam is a precious resin that has been used for centuries for its soothing and restorative properties. Rich in benzoic and cinnamic acids, this hydrosol is ideal for calming skin inflammations, promoting healing and delicately perfuming cosmetic treatments.

Peru Balsam: A treasure for sensitive skin
Native to Central America, Peru balsam is used in dermatology for its calming, antibacterial and healing properties. Peru balsam hydrosol is particularly suitable for irritated or sensitized skin.

Botanical characteristics and production

• Botanical name: Myroxylon balsamum var. pereirae
• Part used: Resin
• Other names: Peru balsam, Peruvian balsam
• Names in other languages: Peruvian balsam (English), Balsam of Peru (German)
• Type of culture: Conventional
• Place of production: Central America
• INCI designation: Myroxylon Balsamum Resin Water

Benefits of Peruvian Balsam Hydrosol

• In cosmetics: Peruvian Balsam hydrosol soothes irritated skin, promotes skin regeneration and leaves a soft, sweet scent. It can be used in care products for dry and sensitive skin.
• For health: This hydrosol is traditionally used to calm skin irritations and support the healing of superficial wounds. Its anti-inflammatory properties make it useful in cases of itching.
• Emotional well-being and chakra: Associated with the heart chakra, Peruvian Balsam invites calm and harmony, promoting a feeling of comfort and softness.

Examples of use

In cosmetics:

• Soothing lotion: Apply the hydrosol to sensitive areas to calm irritation and hydrate the skin.
• After-sun care: Spray the hydrosol on the skin after sun exposure to soothe redness and refresh.

For health:

• Itch Relief: Dab hydrosol on insect bites or itchy areas for fast relief.
• Gentle healing: Apply to superficial wounds to promote healing.

Emotional well-being

• Relaxing diffusion: Diffuse the hydrosol in your space for a soft and reassuring atmosphere.
• Relaxing bath: Add a few tablespoons of hydrosol to bath water for a comforting sensory experience.

Conservation :
Store in the refrigerator, use quickly after opening.

General works on medicinal plants and aromatherapy:

• The Secrets of Resins and Balms by Laurent Bourgeois: This book explores therapeutic resins such as Peruvian balsam and their benefits for the skin.
• Healing with tropical plants by Jean Valnet: A guide to the virtues of Central American plants and their applications in health and cosmetics.
• The Magic of Scented Plants by Sylvie Hampikian: This book covers the traditional and cosmetic uses of aromatic plants, including balms and resins.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this sheet is provided for information purposes only and cannot replace medical advice. OFLORALE, aromacentre.fr and SAS LPBE decline all responsibility for the use that could be made of this information.

Production method:

Our distillation method complies with the rules of distillation to obtain hydrolates and not essential oils, the aim being to obtain superior quality hydrolates in no way equivalent to the residues of distillation of plants to obtain essential oil.
Please note that we work with fresh, dried plants or extracts with an equivalence ratio of 1:1 (1 liter of water for an equivalent of 1 kg of fresh plants)

Note that most of the hydrosols and/or floral water available commercially are the result of the distillation residues of essential oils, therefore much poorer in active ingredients than our hydrosols, because our goal is not to impoverish the plant in order to extract a maximum of oil from it by using ratios much higher than 1:1.

Availability and deadlines
As our range is wide, we manage some of the products in stock and others on order.
- Product in stock: Fast delivery time of 3 to 4 days on average
- Made to order: Average lead time 7 to 15 days
We remind you that we are the producers of our hydrosols.

Quality and origin
We raise awareness among our producers about the importance of ECONOMICAL organic agriculture in accordance with the laws of Nature for the respect of the plant world. We primarily promote the development of products from organic agriculture.

Organic* agriculture
Origin of controlled organic farming:
- Certified AB, ECOCERT or BIO Europe, for food products.
- Certified BIO Cosmetic or CosmeBio, for cosmetic products or for room fragrance diffusion.
No use of herbicides, fungicides, pesticides and synthetic chemical fertilizers. For essential oils and hydrosols: hydrodistillation or slow steam distillation for optimal preservation of active ingredients and olfactory components. Some plant origins are wild and not cultivated, so in principle they are organic and certified as such.

Conventional Agriculture
Formerly called: Traditional Agriculture. These are often producers who respect nature and have a traditional knowledge of the art of traditional cultivation. These professionals often work "the old way" and are sometimes located in countries where organic certification does not exist. We can only refer to a general term "Conventional Agriculture" because we are not allowed to refer to plants as being grown without synthetic chemistry if the cultivation is not controlled.

From wild plants
Products subject to this designation come from plants that often exist only in the wild.

Origine BiO is our internal label, guaranteeing that all certified products have already obtained a recognized organic certification. However, we have chosen not to depend on national labels, because we believe that they exercise a monopoly that is often unfair. For us, these certifications do not faithfully reflect the reality of the markets that frame these products. In addition, the labeling criteria vary from one country to another, creating imbalances between producers and distorting the notion of equality. With Origine BiO , we aim to offer a fairer and more consistent alternative.