Gurjan oil is prepared from the wood of Gurjan plant by using the steam distillation extraction process. It is scientifically known as Dipterocarpus Turbinatus Balsam and belongs to Dipterocarpaceae family. This family has around 70 species which are grown in the large Southeast Asian region. The name of this tree has taken from Greek word which means depicts as two-winged fruits. This plant is native to Indonesia and cultivated widely in India, China, Philippines, Thailand and some other parts of the world. It is used for treating various health issues like asthma, cough, bronchitis, wounds, eczema, skin itchiness and many more. It is highly beneficial for skin problems and cures many of skin troubles. The rheumatic pain can also be reduced with the use of this oil. The nutty, refreshing aroma of this oil is capable of relieving you from nervous fatigue, stress and anxiety. It has also very huge demand in perfume industry, due to its unique fragrance. This oil can blend perfectly with the amyl benzoate and ambrette seed.

Botanical name of Gurjun Oil is Dipterocarpus Turbinatus Balsam that comes in pale yellow to amber clear oily liquid with fresh and nutty scent. The essential oil is soluble in alcohol; while insoluble in water. Gurjun oil is extracted through the process named steam distillation. The natural essential oil is widely used in cosmetics for perfumery purposes as well as to various other medical purposes. It is also used by the name of Gurjun Balsam oil. Moreover Gurjun oil is formulated using different ingredients.

Gurjun Essential Oil was once reputed to stimulate the heart and increase blood pressure. Other uses included decongesting and relieving respiratory disorders like asthma, chronic cough, and bronchitis. Gurjun Oil has been used in the past as a treatment for skin problems including diaper rash, bedsores, eczema, and wounds. There are several species of Gurgum and they all produce essential oil.

Gum and resin of this tree are processed under steam distillation for obtaining Gurjun Oil. This special tree of Gurjun has its origination from Malaysia and is widely harvested for its uses. It belongs to Dipterocarpaceae botanical family and is also a member of Sesquiterpenes chemical family.  Apart from gums and resins, tree roots, stems, fruits and seeds are also processed for producing essential balsam oil of Gurjun. Essential Gurjun balsam oil is clear free flowing liquid of pale yellow color. It emits fresh woody and spicy aroma which is sweet and refreshing.

Gurjun balsam oil is well known stimulant. It helps in the stimulation of heart and increases blood pressure. Essential balsam oil also aids in the reduction of mucous secretion and helps in relieving respiratory disorders like asthma chronic cough and bronchitis.

Natural and organic Gurjun balsam oil helps in getting relief from skin irritation. It cures rashes, wounds, eczema and bedsores. Oil is also noted for fighting against viral infections; it battles against influenza and helps in circulation.

Uses & Benefits:

Apart from medicinal uses, useful Gurjun balsam oil is best known for its uses in cosmetics, exquisite and expensive perfumes as well as in the manufacturing of products for perfumed toiletries.

Due to its strong medicinal properties, this oil is used in the treatment of many diseases like eczema, bed sores, wounds, etc. It is highly helpful in regulating blood pressure and maintaining heart health. It can also ease the rheumatic pain.

This oil has amazing anti inflammatory property and that’s why it is very useful in treating various skin problems like skin rashes, infections, bedsores, eczema and wounds. With its mind refreshing capability, this oil is also used extensively in aromatherapy treatment to provide you cool and soothing mental state.

Gurjun essential oil helps stimulating the heart and increase blood pressure. Gurjun oil finds application in the treatment of rheumatic pain and several skin problems such as diaper rash, bedsores, eczemas and wounds.

Gurjun Balsam is reputed to stimulate the heart and increases blood pressure. Other medicinal uses include lessening mucous secretions and relieving respiratory disorders like asthma, chronic cough, and bronchitis. Gurjun Balsam Oil has been used as a treatment for rheumatic pain and skin problems including diaper rash, bedsores, eczema, and wounds.