Palo Santo EO


Details

  • Botanical Name: Bursera graveolens (Kunth) Triana & Planch.
  • Origin: Ecuador
  • Process: Steam Distilled Essential Oil
  • Plant Part: Aged, Dead Heartwood
  • Cultivation: Wild Harvested
  • Use: Aromatherapy / Natural Perfumery / Incense. Always dilute.
  • Note: Middle Note
  • Aroma Families: Woody, Balsamic
  • Aroma: Woody, fruity/balsamic sweet, penetrating aroma, with citrus, mint and soft spice nuances; somewhat reminiscent of Frankincense.
  • Contraindications: Various cautions, skin sensitization if oxidized; please see important Safety Considerations below.



Product Name SKU Price Qty
  1. Palo Santo Sample (1 ml) 757-3
    $2.00
  2. Palo Santo 5 ml * 757-006
    $11.75
  3. Palo Santo 15 ml * 757-016
    $20.00
  4. Palo Santo 30 ml (1 oz) 757-030
    $34.25
  5. Palo Santo 2 oz 757-9
    $59.00
  6. Palo Santo 4 oz 757-10
    $105.00
  7. Palo Santo 8 oz 757-11
    $187.75
  8. Palo Santo 16 oz 757-12
    $341.00
  9. Palo Santo 1 kg 757-25
    $743.50
  10. For larger sizes or quantities please contact us for pricing and availability.         
* Size includes orifice (drop) reducer
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Overview

Palo Santo Essential Oil

Palo Santo essential oil has a unique woody, fruity/balsamic sweet aroma, with citrus, mint and soft spice nuances that is somewhat reminiscent of Frankincense. Palo Santo, the Spanish name given to this South American tree, means ‘holy wood’, an appropriate name for its many applications in spiritual practices. The smoke of Palo Santo wood is traditionally used in ceremony similar to the use of White Sage in smudging practices. It comes from the same botanical family (Burseraceae) as Frankincense and Myrrh and the aroma is often used to evoke an ambiance of calm and sacred contemplation in the same way as its botanical cousins.

Our Palo Santo is distilled in small batches from sustainably harvested wood. The aged, dead wood is gathered from the forest floor on Ecuador's Pacific coast, allowing the production of oil without any harm to the living trees.1,2 Among the various molecules that are resurrected from the dead wood upon distillation are none other than the familiar and ubiquitous limonene, alpha-terpineol – the claim to fame of Tea Tree – and menthofuran, the musty/minty terpenic compound notably found in Peppermint oils. The comforting and inspiring aroma is recommended for diffusers, room sprays and meditation blends.

For information regarding the attributes of Palo Santo essential oil, please see:

  • Aromatherapeutic Blending: Essential Oils in Synergy, Jennifer Peace Rhind, 2016, p. 267.

Aromatic Profile: Woody, fruity/balsamic sweet aroma, with citrus, mint and soft spice nuances; somewhat reminiscent of Frankincense.


Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow, transparent, mobile liquid.


Use: Aromatherapy / Natural Perfumery / Incense.


Blending Suggestions: Dilute well and add drop by drop to your blends until the desired effect is achieved.


Blends Well With:  Agarwood, Ambrette, Amyris, Balsam of Peru, Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Cistus, Coriander, Cypress, Elemi, Eucalyptus, Fir, Frankincense, Galbanum, Geranium, Ginger, Hay, Helichrysum, Jasmine, Juniper Berry, Labdanum, Lavender, Lime, Liquidambar, Litsea cubeba, Mandarin, Melissa, Myrrh, Neroli, Opopanax, Orange, Orange Blossom, Osmanthus, Patchouli, Pine, Rose, Rosemary, Sage, Sandalwood, Spikenard, Spruce, Tangerine, Tonka Bean, Tuberose, Vanilla, Vetiver, White Sage, Ylang Ylang.


Safety Considerations: If you have a medical condition or are taking medication, please consult with a physician before use. Use with caution and always highly dilute; the maximum dermal use level is 3.4%,3 however due to menthofuran and ß-pulegone content,4 we recommend using no more than 1-2% in formulas and for limited duration. Do not use with small children, the elderly, those with epilepsy, pregnant and/or nursing women. Dilute well before using. A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.


2 Farmer, Steven D. Earth Magic: Ancient Shamanic Wisdom for Healing Yourself, Others, and the Planet, 2009, p. 123.

3 Tisserand, Robert and Rodney Young. Essential Oil Safety, 2nd ed., 2014, pp. 379-80.

4 Ibid.


The FDA has not evaluated the statements on this website. No claims are made by Eden Botanicals as to the medicinal value of any products from Eden Botanicals. The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products. If you have any questions, please call or email us for further information.

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Customer Reviews for Palo Santo EO

fresh. Review by
Rating
5
this smells just like the incense, just one major difference. It's minty! it has a solvent-like, buttery, mint note that energies so much with the orange scent. My mom said it smells like a spa, and I agree with her.
(Posted on 3/2/2024)
Perfumery-Grade Distillation Review by
Rating
5
I've shied away from palo santo EO for a while, because so much of what's out there is typical aromatherapy grade oil. Perfumery demands a quality that far exceeds what is utilized for aromatherapy purposes (usually a high pressure, high heat, high yield distillation setup that captures a lot of unwanted volatiles and unpleasant monoterpenes that render the product unusable for the discerning perfumer). This particular distillation that Eden supplies is a huge cut above that, and it's evident from the get-go.

There's a very prominent mint note, but it isn't remotely camphoraceous or cineolic. It's a smooth, thick, almost buttery sort of mint note, in equal proportion to a subtle orange zest nuance, with a backbone of resinous balsam character. No secondary off notes, no sharpness, and there's even a candy-like fruity sweetness that almost reminds me of benzaldehyde or bitter almond oil. It's a perplexing material - extremely pleasant, calming-yet-invigorating, and it lends this sunny feeling - something bright, jovial, and all around positive.

Nothing rubbery, plasticky, or acetate-like, and there's a glassy clarity to it - a clean, crisp, top end snappiness, and I think, short of some rare artisanal distillations, this is probably the best steam distilled palo santo oil for the money, available to perfumers who are looking for perfumery-grade materials.

It's one of those materials that has such a unique character, it really can't be mistaken for, or replaced with anything else. I'm not sure if this is a Biolandes material or not, but whoever oversees production of this one clearly has their stuff together, and I'm most pleased to find a palo santo oil that, well, to be frank...doesn't suck.

This is a good one.
(Posted on 11/12/2023)
One favorite I would recommend Review by
Rating
5
For those who may wish for an alternative for meditation as frankincense etc. Dilute as recommend and I highly recommend this one. As well as a others as in between. It now is a big favorite thank you Eden Botanicals for the amazing finds
(Posted on 3/13/2023)
Esthetician, Aromatherapist, HHP Review by
Rating
5
A soft deep wood presenting with all the subtle chemicals for energetic aromatherapy treatment as well as in support for deeper mindfulness therapy treatments. I truly love this oil supplied by Eden Botanicals. So much so, I now only supply this oil through Eden.
(Posted on 1/7/2023)
Lovely, light, sweet and timid Review by
Rating
5
This is lovely. It has a very mild, sweet scent. It's not imposing, it's almost bashful, slightly floral. Definitely sweet and intriguing. Might be good in a gourmand blend. I like it.
(Posted on 7/20/2020)
magical! Review by
Rating
5
I have purchased Palo Santo from several other vendors, but this is the most intense scent I have gotten yet. It immediately stops you and has a calming effect. Truly amazing!
(Posted on 3/15/2019)
Above and beyond Review by
Rating
5
I am a huge fan of Palo Santo for burning. I ordered a bottle of this oil for some body butter. I have not made the butter yet, but I diffused some on my baby’s humidifier in her room. I put her to sleep and did not want to get up. She was so relaxed and I was so relaxed. This scent is euphorical.. close you eyes and slow down your breathing and you will enter a different realm. I am literally in shock at how intense the experience is.
(Posted on 11/25/2018)
Phenomenal! Review by
Rating
5
Just ordered a bottle to try in my ultrasonic diffuser and it is beyond amazing. Really smells wonderful and creates a calming and serene essence in my office and within me as well.

There is definitely something special about this wood and oil, something sacred -- something magical.

I highly recommend trying it out for yourself. Thanks to Eden Botanicals to continually supply us with gifts from the plant kingdom.
(Posted on 8/24/2018)
Blessed Review by
Rating
5
Oh my! This is the most heavenly, blissful, Palo Santo that I have ever had the privilege to smell and create with. One smell and you are transported to your most beautiful place - that place inside of you that is your holy place. I made hydrosols with the Palo Santo that I received and sold out in 1 hour, with people coming and asking for more. Because that transporting to one's special place wasn't just me, it was everyone who walked through the mist, and they told others, etc. I also use this in meditation in my diffuser and my meditation went deep fast. You must try even the tiny sample to experience it yourself. Thank you Eden Botanicals
(Posted on 5/8/2017)
Beautiful, airy, fresh Review by
Rating
5
This is the true scent of Palo Santo wood without lighting a fire. In a simple blend with White Sage, this is a my go-to smudging spray. I'm currently playing with a meditation and ritual blend using the holy oils of Frankincense, Sandalwood, Spikenard, Cedarwood, Labdanum. The Palo Santo brings a dry freshness to the mix, lifting the oil from deep, ancient earth into expansive sky.
(Posted on 12/22/2016)
Clean Review by
Rating
5
Palo Santo is such an energetic oil that if not processed carefully it seems it could easily "get angry" and run rampant, or at least come on too strong in an overeager and misguided display; definitely some powerfully spiritual constituents that command utmost respect! Easy to understand its shamanic value when confronted with its strength.

I ordered EB's sample to compare to another Palo Santo that hasn't quite worked for me--I found the other to be almost unbearably expansive and volatile, reminiscent of WD-40, and sadly no amounts of frankincense and sandalwood seem capable of taming and soothing it. I admit my heart goes out to the poor stuff because it *seems* to be trying so very hard!

However, EB's is thankfully much calmer. Still potentially "wild and overpowering," as Miika put it, as it was the first scent to escape when I cut the tape on my order, but this Palo Santo resonates in much more deliberate way. This smells clear-eyed and purposeful to me. Punky but not excessively so, bright, a bit camphoraceous, it seems ready for anointing, cleansing and strengthening. I look forward to crafting something sacred with this! Thank you, EB, for selecting oils that take obvious care in the crafting.
(Posted on 4/20/2016)
I love it. Review by
Rating
5
Palo Santo has very potent scent. it easily overpowers other oils in blend so you don't need palo santo oil very much. Scent is very hard to define....my nose detects different notes every time i sniff the scent from the bottle... It is warm scent but at the same time cooling... when used as perfume on skin it has very nice sandalwood like dryout scent and it lasts a long time.

Palo Santo is a little bit tricky to use in blends because of its wild overpowering character. Other tree oils blend well with the Palo Santo when you use Palo Santo in minute amounts... Also, citrus and flower oils get sometimes a very exotic character when Palo Santo is added. I Use Palo Santo as perfume... I dont usually wear single note scents.... but Palo Santo is one of those scents that i like to wear all the time. I drop few drops on my pillow when i go to sleep...it gives very relaxing sleep.
(Posted on 8/22/2015)
Pure and sweet. Review by
Rating
5
Beautiful purifying oil. It makes beautiful synergy blends. Another amazing oil from an amazing company:)
(Posted on 10/10/2014)
Stunning and Gorgeous Review by
Rating
5
This oil is simply amazing. It's a potent and intoxicating option for people with asthma who cannot tolerate the smoke from burning wood. Thank you Eden Botanicals for offering this unique oil!
(Posted on 9/28/2014)
Amazing Scent! Review by
Rating
5
Palo Santo is not easy to find, and I needed some for a special incense I was making. This one is simply gorgeous, true to the wood, with an especially potent vibe. A little goes a long way, and the scent from even one drop will fill a room with it's lovely odor. I combine it with copal for a particularly magical effect.
(Posted on 9/17/2014)
Holy Wood Review by
Rating
5
Palo Santo, known as a spiritual oil and related to Frankincense. Palo Santo creates a pleasant, fresh, smelling aroma with hints of mint and citrus. It provides an uplifting scent that can raise your spirits by increasing positive vibes/energy when diffused. This is a great oil to use, after having a stressful day.
(Posted on 9/6/2014)
True Palo Santo Review by
Rating
5
This smells identical to the heartwood of palo santo. If that's what you're looking for, you will be pleased! Palo Santo is not one I like to blend w/ other oils so much, as its airy, minty, top notes expand and overpower everything. I use it more for spiritual purposes, the way one might use sage. It's also great in a diffuser or when inhaled directly for quickly altering negative energy.

(Posted on 9/2/2014)
Palo Santo Review by
Rating
5
Palo Santo is the most spiritually purifying oil you will ever experience. I recently burned Palo Santo wood for smudging and it smells just like it. It works great as stand alone unisex perfume. It is out of this word when applied to the skin. This oil blends with your own body chemistry to create a pleasing aroma. This is a great aphrodisiac that invokes a radiant energy that will intoxicate you. This sweet minty lemony woody smell has everything you can ask for. I really recommend Palo Santo to anyone that wishes to experience the smell of divinity!!!
(Posted on 9/1/2014)
Palo Santo is fantastic Review by
Rating
5
This oil is perfect in combination with Frankincense, Sandalwood and Cedar. For meditation, the centering and calming of breathing is absolutely sublime. As a singular scent it makes a statement of depth that rivals Frankincense, Oman. It is invigorating when diluted and added to cone incense. I think the quality is excellent since I regularly use Palo Santo as a resin I am very familiar with it.
(Posted on 8/29/2014)