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Description
Ho Wood Essential Oil is steam-distilled from the bark of Cinnamomum camphora, an evergreen native to China. With a warm, subtly floral aroma, it is prized for its relaxing and grounding qualities. Often used in aromatherapy to encourage emotional balance, ho wood is also valued in skincare for its soothing properties. It blends effectively with rosewood and cedarwood, enriching relaxation routines and botanical beauty. Its serene essence makes it a key part of meditative, self-care, and stress-relief practices.
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Plant Part
Wood
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Color
Pale Yellow
Aroma Family
Woody, Floral
Ho Wood Essential Oil
Botanical Name
Cinnamomum camphora
Common Names
Camphor Tree, Ho Sho, Ho Oil
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To diffuse, add 4 drops of ho wood essential oil to a diffuser for its calming aroma. For topical application, dilute 2-3 drops with 10 ml of carrier oil before applying to the skin. Use as directed to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Main Constituents
Linalool, Terpineol, Camphor, Nerolidol
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Extraction Method
Steam Distilled
Note Classification
Ho Wood essential oil is generally well tolerated when diluted, but may still cause skin sensitivity, so patch test before topical use. Avoid direct contact with eyes, inner ears, mucosa, and sensitive areas, and keep it out of reach of children. Pregnant or nursing individuals and those under medical care should consult a healthcare professional before use, and internal use should be clinician-supervised only.
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To diffuse, add 4 drops of ho wood essential oil to a diffuser for its calming aroma. For topical application, dilute 2-3 drops with 10 ml of carrier oil before applying to the skin. Use as directed to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Safety Considerations
Ho Wood essential oil is generally well tolerated when diluted, but may still cause skin sensitivity, so patch test before topical use. Avoid direct contact with eyes, inner ears, mucosa, and sensitive areas, and keep it out of reach of children. Pregnant or nursing individuals and those under medical care should consult a healthcare professional before use, and internal use should be clinician-supervised only.
Ho Wood essential oil is generally well tolerated when diluted, but may still cause skin sensitivity, so patch test before topical use. Avoid direct contact with eyes, inner ears, mucosa, and sensitive areas, and keep it out of reach of children. Pregnant or nursing individuals and those under medical care should consult a healthcare professional before use, and internal use should be clinician-supervised only.
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