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Guaiacum (Bulnesai Sarmienti)
Category Wood
Woody, balsamic, smoky.
Guaiacum essence is obtained through steam distillation of wood shavings and sawdust. The tree bears blue flowers, which subsequently turn white, and yellowish fruit.It is the heaviest and most robust of all types of wood, and its rusty green pigmentation makes it particularly popular. It is used in the manufacture of bowling balls.The essence of guaiacum, of semi-liquid consistency, is also known as essence of champaca wood.
In all types of perfumery applications, as a fixative, or to obtain vanilla and sandalwood notes.Also used as an antioxidant and flavoring agent in most categories of foodstuffs.
Guaiacum wood possesses anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, diuretic and laxative properties. Its fragrance enhances practicality, keeps imagination under control and fosters household harmony and healthy lineage.
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