African Elemi resin

African Elemi, also known as Camonya and Canarium schweinfurthii is a rarely available and wonderfully fragrant natural oleoresin for perfume, incense, aromatic/medicated salves, oils and cremes.

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Traditionally harvested in the wild tropical jungles of West/Central Africa and Congo, eastwards to Uganda, the fruit of the tree is edible and the seeds are high in fatty acids. The resin of Canarium schweinfurthii is used as incense for ceremonial and domestic purposes. Internally, the fragrant resin is anti-parasitic and, when blended with fats and oils acts as an emollient (Soothes, softens and moisturizes the skin), and is used to treat skin infections such as eczema, prickly heat and skin rashes. All the resins of the Elemi family are considered skin-nourishing and rejuvenating.

Camonya presents an aromatic profile that is similar in character to Manilla Elemi and Madagascar Elemi but with more depth, complexity and softness than its sisters. It strikes me as the mature one in the family.

As incense on the coal, African Elemi offers an intriguing bouquet that initially greets one's nose with honeyed Lemon and mint, then gives way to soft Ambers, tobacco, wet dirt and a muskiness reminiscent of warm animal fur. It makes a sweet and uplifting incense and when dissolved in warm oils creates a (distractingly), sensuous and skin-healing massage oil.

Due to the semi-liquid consistency of the fresh resin, it is traditionally rolled into balls and wrapped with the leaf of a tree until it can keep its shape on its own. For this reason, you will find the occasional leaf and stem fragment adhered to the resin pieces. These can be easily removed if desired and are truly a mark of authenticity.

African Elemi resin is a pure oleoresin, so it pools and burns clean on the charcoal. It will dissolve easily in warm oils, waxes and fats for producing candles, and medicinal and cosmetic products. You can find instructions for making an oil infusion/extract of Elemi here-https://apothecarysgarden.com/2014/07/30/how-to-make-a-whole-extract-of-frankincense-and-other-oleoresins/

The Elemi essential oil we are familiar with is that of Manila Elemi, Canarium Luzonicum and is considered to have anti-ageing and skin rejuvenating properties which are shared by all 3 species.

This is an exquisite find and I have only a limited quantity. Get it while it lasts.

Dan


Materials: Elemi resin, Canarium Schweinfurthii, African Elemi, Camonya.


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Del (Denver, US)
my chill aroma

When I don't feel like my spirit needs to be lifted by frankincense, or seduced by Kua Myrrh, perhaps enchanted by cedar or pine resin, or cleaned by White Copal.... then I turn to this guy. Elemi is my chill, good vibes friend.

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Sarah
Bright slight musk looking forward to using it

I received this in an order that arrived promptly to my rural address. I am intrigued by the slight musk scent and looking forward to exploring this scent.

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Maria Gazda (Hamilton, CA)
First time Elemi

It's my first time with fresh Elemi resin. Aroma is superb.
Will use in Respiratory Salve with Norway Spruce Resin and make anti-aging Beauty Serum Blend.
Thank you Dan, we are so Blessed to have you.

Serum.

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Cheryl Kleinjan (Gresham, US)
Smell is Wonderful!

Used for incense and to make infused oil. Very pleased with the oil.

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Chris (Des Moines, US)
Finally found THAT smell

I’d heard of Elemi, but never found any til I came here. I’ve smelled this in other fragrance blends n always wondered what it was - I really wanted that smell. Got it now n I’m thrilled with it. Easy to grind too. Always top of the line product here and exceptional service.

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Andrej Vujic (Toronto, CA)
African Elemi - Skin and Hair

This is definitely original and authentic, and of superior quality., Amazing fragrance, reminds me of a woodsy resin with hints of the most fragrant vanilla. I use this in my shea butter mixture for skin beard and hair., Makes hair grow super fast, rejuvenates skin and hair, and softens coarse hair., The ultimate in rejuvenation and softening of both skin and hair. Amazing quality every time, and I only buy from Apothacary's Garden for exceptional freshness and quality.

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Jillian (Ashburn, US)
Amazing selection, and great quality!

Amazing selection, and great quality!

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Lacy K (Ashburn, US)
Wonderful and mindfully sourced ingredient...

Wonderful and mindfully sourced ingredients for beautiful atmosphere. Thanks Dan!

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Timmothy (Ashburn, US)
Great item, wonderful smell !

Great item, wonderful smell !

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Allan R (Ashburn, US)
GReat value and quick delivery

GReat value and quick delivery