Galbanum Oil

Botanical Name: Ferula galbaniflua
Method Of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Resin
Note: Top
Aroma: Fresh, woody, spicy, balsamic
Country of Origin: Turkey
Use: Galbanum has a long history as incense. The resin may be burned, and the oil has been used as a fixative in perfumes.
Properties: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, balsamic, carminative, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, hypotensive, restorative, tonic
Blends Well With: Benzoin, fir oil, geranium oil, ginger oil, lavender oil, oakmoss oil, opopanax oil, pine oil

The health benefits of Galbanum essential oil can be attributed to its properties as an anti-arthritic, anti-rheumatic, anti-spasmodic, cicatrisant, circulatory, decongestant, detoxifier, emollient, insecticide, anti-parasitic, and vulnerary substance.

Galbanum is not anything new for us. It has been known since the times of the ancient Roman and Greek civilizations, where it was burnt in incense sticks, mixed in bath water, used in skin balms, and as a perfume. The fresh earthy and woody aroma of this oil brings pleasure to both the mind and soul. It is extracted by steam distillation of the resin that is obtained from the Galbanum plant, which bears the scientific name Ferula Galbaniflua. It is native to Iran and some of that nations neighbouring countries. The chief constituents of Galbanum Essential Oil are cadinene, cadinol, myrcene and pinene.