Opopanax Essential Oil
Commiphora guidottii
Product Properties
Country
Somalia
Plant Part
Resin
Cultivation
Wildcrafted
Chemical Families
Sesquiterpenes
Monoterpenes
Botanical Families
Burseraceae
Extraction Method
Hydro-distilled
Therapeutic & Aromatic Properties
Therapeutic Properties
Analgesic
Anti-inflammatory
Skin regenerative
Antidiarrhea
Notes
Base
Aromas
Resinous
Sweet
Woodsy
Spicy
Balsamic
Warm
Floral
Suggested Uses
Complexion - Skincare
Opopanax’s gentle drying effect makes it perfect for oily, acne-prone skincare. Dilute a few drops in hemp oil for a moisturizer.
Relieve - Soreness
Did you stretch too far in yoga? Relieve a sharply tender muscle with a massage blend of opopanax and Trauma Oil.
Breathe - Chest Tension
Open up a tight, constricted chest with an opopanax inhaler. Use it regularly to encourage deep, healthy, natural breathing.
Safety and Shelf Life
Shelf Life
5 years
Safety & Warnings
Non-toxic and generally non-irritating, but may cause sensitization and skin irritation in some people. Caution against using it on children under 2 years, and hypersensitive, diseased or damaged skin.
GCMS Data
All essential oils at Aromatics International are GC/MS tested. This ensures that we sell oils with the highest possible integrity for therapeutic use. Learn more about GC/MS reports here.
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Browse Opopanax Essential Oil Recipes
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Breathe Deep Chest Salve
Lay back, relax, and take deep, cleansing breaths—after app... -
Rumbly Belly Relief Lotion
Calm muscle spams associated with a distressed elimination ... -
Go Away Bugs Spray
Keep insects away with this effective, all-natural insect r... -
Meditation Oil
This meditation blend helps one find inner stillness and ha... -
Lung Ease Inhaler with Cypress
This inhaler blend provides calming, antispasmodic relief f... -
The Elixir of the Heart Body Oil
A heart-nurturing blend offering grounding support, uplifti... -
Titania’s Whisper Solid Perfume
Floral elegance meets exotic warmth in this perfume, inspir... -
Opopanax Courage Mist
Soothe your mind, ground your spirit, and nourish your skin...
The Aromatics International Approach
Committed To Purity & Quality
Our products are made with organically-grown plants and distilled with attention to quality at each step of the process
Mindful Sustainability
We consider our impact on the earth at each step of our process
Founded by Aromatherapists
Over 20 years ago Aromatics International was founded to provide the highest therapeutic oils
- CHCourtney H.Verified Buyer2 months agoRated 5 out of 5 starsSo grounding!
I use this in my very popular Relax & Chill Inhaler blend! It is one of my best sellers. Love pairing it with Palmarosa and Basil.
- LLLomonie L.Verified BuyerHow long have you been using essential oils? 0-2 years10 months agoHow long have you been using essential oils? 0-2 yearsRated 5 out of 5 starsOpopnax oil
The oil is excellent I love the fragrance
- MMargaretVerified BuyerHow long have you been using essential oils? 5+ years1 year agoHow long have you been using essential oils? 5+ yearsRated 5 out of 5 starsInteresting Scent
AKA Sweet Myrrh or Scented Myrrh
- JRJanice R.Verified BuyerHow long have you been using essential oils? 5+ years1 year agoHow long have you been using essential oils? 5+ yearsRated 5 out of 5 starsOpopanax oil
This oil instantly brings a feeling of safety and caring to my soul.
- IISABELAVerified BuyerHow long have you been using essential oils? 0-2 years1 year agoHow long have you been using essential oils? 0-2 yearsRated 5 out of 5 starsOPOPONAX
BOUGHT IT FOR BLENDS, VERY GOOD