Tolu balsam is used to treat cough, cancer & bronchitis. It is used for cracked lips, cracked nipples & minor cuts. It is used for flavoring in food, beverages, chewing gum & cough medicine. It is used in cosmetics, soaps & also used as a fixative. It is used in aromatherapy. It heals wounds & cuts. It has antiseptic & anti-inflammatory properties.
Extraction: It is extracted by solvent extraction.
Blending: It blends well with Spices, floral, Ylang-Ylang, patchouli & rose
Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser
Topical use:
VatsRaj Gahoi
Very rich and sophisticated, more intriguing than its cousin benzoin, it makes a great ambery base note. I diluted mine at 10% in alcohol for easier use.
Sakshi Bachhav
Tolu balsam is a wonderful fixative that doesn't overpower your composition like benzoin would - comforting smoothness with a hint of bitterness and subtle cinnamon spice.