Young Living - Elemi

15 ml
(Canarium luzonicum)

Elemi has a spicy smell reminiscent of incense, which is soft and slightly balsamic. It belongs to the botanical family of incense and myrrh and was traditionally used in Europe for the skin. The active ingredient is contained in well-known ointments such as Baume Paralytique. The seventeenth century physician J. J. Wecker used the remedy to treat war wounds. Elemi is known for smoothing wrinkles and for its relaxing effect after massages.

Elemi (Canarium luzonicum) has a spicy, incense-like scent that is soft and somewhat balsamic. A member of the same botanical family as frankincense and myrrh, it has been used traditionally in Europe for the skin. Elemi is highly regarded for reducing the look of fine lines and wrinkles, skin support, and for soothing muscles after exercise.