Gurjun balsam oil is a pale yellow to amber clear oily liquid that is produced by steam distillation from the roots and rhizomes or stems, or from the fruit or seeds. This is used in cosmetics for perfumery purposes and also has various medicinal uses. Gurjun Balsam is also a well-known for stimulating the heart and increasing blood pressure. Use in an inhaler to relieve respiratory disorders like asthma, chronic cough and bronchitis. Dilute with carrier oil and apply topically to alleviate skin irritations, particularly eczema as this oil is known to help with Inflammation.

Over the time, this oil is used for the treatment of rheumatic pain and skin problems, which includes Skin irritation, rashes, eczema and wounds. Dipterocarpus jourdainii and Dipterocarpus turbinatus, are trees that are India and Asia. The tree exudes a resin that is then collected and steam distilled to produce Gurjum Balsam Essential Oil. Gurjum Balsam Essential Oil primarily contains the sesquiterpene a-gurjunene. It possesses a woody and slightly sweet aroma that blends especially well with essential oils in the wood, spice and citrus families.