AMYRIS
Amyris is a soft, woody, and slightly balsamic fragrance note with a warm, smooth, and creamy character. It has a subtle sweetness reminiscent of sandalwood, but with a lighter, more delicate profile. The scent is clean, slightly resinous, and has a gentle, comforting warmth.
Origin & Extraction
Amyris, also known as West Indian Sandalwood, is derived from the Amyris balsamifera tree, native to the Caribbean region, particularly Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The essential oil is typically extracted through steam distillation of the wood, producing a pale yellow to light brown oil with a mild, pleasant aroma.
History & Culture
Amyris, also known as West Indian Sandalwood, is derived from the Amyris balsamifera tree, native to the Caribbean region, particularly Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The essential oil is typically extracted through steam distillation of the wood, producing a pale yellow to light brown oil with a mild, pleasant aroma.
Chemistry & Molecular Structure
Amyris, also known as West Indian Sandalwood, is derived from the Amyris balsamifera tree, native to the Caribbean region, particularly Haiti and the Dominican Republic. The essential oil is typically extracted through steam distillation of the wood, producing a pale yellow to light brown oil with a mild, pleasant aroma.
