Sandalwood Amayris 50 ml Professional Essential Oil for Massage, Soap & Aromatherapy

Warm, Woody & Sandalwood-Like Essential Oil for Perfume, Massage, Soap Making & Aromatherapy

Amyris Essential Oil is a warm, woody botanical oil steam distilled from the wood and branches of Amyris balsamifera. Sourced from Jamaica, Amyris is often known as West Indian Sandalwood Oil because of its characteristic aroma, which is reminiscent of traditional sandalwood.

With its rich, soft and woody fragrance, Amyris Essential Oil is valued as an affordable alternative to sandalwood in perfumery, cosmetics, soap making and aromatherapy. Its deep aromatic profile works particularly well as a base note, adding warmth, depth and lasting character to fragrance compositions.

Amyris is also traditionally appreciated for its calming and relaxing aromatic qualities, making it a popular choice for meditation, massage and relaxation-focused blends. Its naturally rich oil content has also given the Amyris tree the traditional name “candle wood.”

Key Benefits

• Provides a warm, rich and woody fragrance
• Offers a distinctive sandalwood-like aromatic character
• Excellent base note for perfumes and fragrance blends
• Ideal for soap making and handmade soaps
• Creates a calming and relaxing aromatic experience
• Suitable for meditation and relaxation blends
• Popular for massage and body-care formulations
• Adds depth and warmth to natural fragrance compositions
• Versatile essential oil for personal-care and aromatherapy applications

Key Botanical

Amyris

Amyris (Amyris balsamifera) is a tropical aromatic tree whose wood and branches contain a naturally fragrant oil. The botanical material is steam distilled to produce an essential oil with a rich, warm and woody aroma.

Amyris is commonly referred to as West Indian Sandalwood because its fragrance has similarities to sandalwood. Its accessible price and distinctive scent have made it a popular alternative for fragrance compositions where a warm, woody base note is desired.

The high oil content of the wood has also historically led to its traditional name “candle wood.”

Origin & Extraction

Latin Name: Amyris balsamifera

Common Name: Amyris / West Indian Sandalwood

Part of Plant Used: Wood & Branches

Source: Jamaica

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Aroma: Warm, woody, rich and sandalwood-like

Traditional Uses

Amyris has a long history of traditional aromatic use. Its essential oil has been valued for its calming, relaxing and comforting aromatic character.

Traditionally, Amyris has been incorporated into aromatic preparations, massage blends and formulations intended to support relaxation and a peaceful atmosphere.

Its warm woody aroma has also made it particularly valuable in perfumery, where it is used as a base note to add depth and character to fragrance compositions.

Perfume & Fragrance

Amyris Essential Oil is especially useful in natural perfumery thanks to its warm, woody and sandalwood-like character.

It works beautifully as a base note and can be blended with citrus, floral, spicy, resinous and other woody essential oils.

Its rich aroma makes it suitable for both masculine and unisex fragrance compositions and provides an economical alternative to traditional sandalwood-inspired fragrance profiles.

Soap Making

Amyris Essential Oil is an excellent choice for handmade soap making, particularly for warm, woody and sophisticated fragrance profiles.

Its sandalwood-like aroma adds depth to soap formulations and pairs well with cedarwood, sandalwood, patchouli, lavender, citrus and spicy essential oils.

When formulating soap, always follow the recommended essential-oil usage levels and applicable formulation guidelines.

Massage & Aromatherapy

Amyris Essential Oil is valued in massage and aromatherapy for its warm, calming and grounding aromatic character.

Its soft woody aroma can help create a peaceful sensory experience and works particularly well in relaxation, meditation and evening fragrance blends.

Use according to appropriate essential-oil dilution and diffusion guidelines.

Suitable For

• Perfume and fragrance formulations
• Natural perfumery
• Aromatherapy blends
• Meditation and relaxation blends
• Massage oils
• Skincare and body-care products
• Soap making and handmade soaps
• Natural fragrance products
• Woody fragrance compositions
• Essential-oil blends

Product Details

Product Type: Essential Oil

Latin Name: Amyris balsamifera

Plant Part: Wood & Branches

Source: Jamaica

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Aroma: Warm, woody, rich and sandalwood-like

Primary Properties: Aromatic, calming and grounding

Ideal Uses: Perfume, aromatherapy, massage, skincare, body care and soap making

How to Use

For topical cosmetic or massage use, dilute appropriately in a suitable carrier oil or cosmetic formulation before applying to the skin.

For soap making, incorporate according to the recommended essential-oil usage level and supplier guidance.

For aromatherapy, use an appropriate amount according to your diffuser manufacturer's instructions and essential-oil safety guidance.

Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. Our Essential Oils are not suitable for internal use. Keep out of reach of children.

Why Choose Amyris Essential Oil?

Amyris Essential Oil combines a rich woody fragrance with a distinctive sandalwood-like character, making it a versatile and economical choice for natural fragrance and personal-care formulations.

Steam distilled from the wood and branches of Amyris balsamifera and sourced from Jamaica, it is an excellent choice for perfumes, handmade soaps, massage oils, aromatherapy blends, skincare and body-care products.

Its warm and grounding aromatic profile makes Amyris particularly valuable as a base note, adding depth, warmth and sophistication to a wide range of fragrance compositions.

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