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Ho Wood Wildcrafted Essential Oil, 10 ml
A sustainable alternative to Rosewood—a serene Chinese wood oil rich in natural linalool to balance oily skin, soothe minor surface irritations, and bring quiet tranquility.
Botanical Name: Cinnamomum camphora ct. linalool (Ho Sho)
Size: 10 ml
Origin: China
Part of Plant: Wood
Extraction: Steam Distilled
Major Biochemical Constituents: Linalool, cis-Linalool-Oxide, trans-Linalool-Oxide, Camphor, gamma-Terpinene, Myrcene
Description & Scent Profile:
Steam-distilled from the wood of Chinese Cinnamomum camphora trees, Ho Wood is an eco-conscious essential oil widely celebrated as the ideal eco-friendly alternative to Rosewood (an endangered botanical species). High in natural linalool, its scent profile offers a harmonious bridge between floral and woody notes—delivering a soft, sweet, rose-like aroma backed by warm, subtle timber undertones. It brings a grounded, peaceful ambiance to any setting while acting as a gentle, balancing addition to daily skincare.
Key Benefits & Mindful Rituals:
Balancing Care for Oily & Combination Skin: Helps regulate surface oil production, refine pore appearance, and comfort delicate or reactive complexions.
Soothing Outdoor Skin Comfort: Comforts and cools skin sensations following exposure to outdoor elements, wind, or dry conditions.
Calming & Meditative Aromatherapy: Quiets mental chatter, eases feelings of tension, and creates a tranquil, centered atmosphere for evening relaxation or breathwork.
Botanical Perfumery Bridge: A versatile heart-to-base note in natural perfumery, seamlessly harmonizing rich florals with deep woody accents.
Blending Suggestions:
Blends exceptionally well with Florals (Rose, Neroli, Jasmine), Woods (Cedarwood, Sandalwood), and Citrus oils (Bergamot, Sweet Orange).
Best Ways to Experience:
Perfumer's Atelier Accord: Use 1–2 drops in bespoke oil-based perfume formulations to bridge light floral top notes with deep woody bases.
Serene Evening Diffusion: Add 3–5 drops to your ultrasonic diffuser alongside Highland Lavender and Bergamot to set a soothing, meditative tone before bed.
Balancing Facial Oil Booster: Dilute 1 drop into 10 ml of Jojoba oil for a calming, surface-refining facial massage. (Always perform a patch test prior to full facial use).
