Physical benefits of copaiba essential oil
Copaiba essential oil, a resin from the copal family, has the most potent chemical makeup of all the essential oils to support a healthy and normal inflammatory cycle for tissue regeneration. Copaiba does this by disrupting the pro-inflammatory cytokines secretion that causes chronic inflammation.*
In Ecuador and Brazil, where copaiba is harvested, it is believed to amplify the effects of the other essential oils combined with it. Layering this oil on top of or adding it to your other blends is ideal for anyone who has tender meridian alarm points – indicating inflammation in a meridian.*
As evidenced by copaiba essential oil’s ability to benefit acne and ulcers, this oil supports healthy epithelial tissue regeneration. In addition to skin cells, epithelial tissue lines the hollow areas of the body and many of the endocrine glands. Copaiba stimulates the body and mind by providing healthy, cortisol-like properties that energize cells. This oil is perfect for supporting adrenal function and healthy aging.*
Copaiba essential oil has a mild aroma and blends easily with other essential oils. Using a few drops of this oil in the morning can help get your day going and adds a pleasant flavor to your favorite morning beverage (as long as manufacturer approves for internal use).*
Emotional benefits of copaiba essential oil
Copaiba, as with other oils high in sesquiterpenes, targets the brain and emotional health. The combination of high sesquiterpenes, high anti-inflammatory properties, and a very mild aroma creates a powerful oil for soothing and cooling heated emotions. By adding copaiba to other blends, you will enhance the other blends ability soothe stored memories from physical or emotional trauma. Tender areas and divots on the scalp are referrals areas for specific regions of the brain and recurring emotional patterns. You can test copaiba and other blends using Body-Feedback methods and determine if the oils will help to rejuvenate the area of the brain underneath the tender scalp. Copaiba’s adaptogenic properties encourage the body and mind to come to a place of balance and harmony in any situation.*
*Statements in this paragraph have not been evaluated by the FDA.
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Copaiba essential oil research articles:
A study demonstrates strong evidence that copaiba’s anti-inflammatory activity is related to the inhibition of pro-inflammatory cytokines secretion.
Gelmini F, Beretta G, Anselmi C, Centini M, Magni P, Ruscica M, Cavalchini A, Maffei Facino R. GC-MS profiling of the phytochemical constituents of the oleoresin from Copaifera langsdorffii Desf. and a preliminary in vivo evaluation of its antipsoriatic effect. Int J Pharm. 2013 Jan 20;440(2):170-8. doi: 10.1016/j.ijpharm.2012.08.021. Epub 2012 Aug 20. PubMed PMID: 22939967.
A study demonstrates that copaiba reduces stomach acid and increases the mucosal barrier for gastric ulcers caused by resistant stress and ethanol.
L.A.F Paiva, V.S.N Rao, N.V Gramosa, E.R Silveira, Gastroprotective effect of Copaifera langsdorffii oleo-resin on experimental gastric ulcer models in rats, Journal of Ethnopharmacology, Volume 62, Issue 1, 1998, Pages 73-78, ISSN 0378-8741, http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0378874198000580
Copaiba research study illustrates a significant decrease in acne in the areas treated with copaiba essential oil preparation
da Silva AG, Puziol Pde F, Leitao RN, Gomes TR, Scherer R, Martins ML, Cavalcanti AS, Cavalcanti LC. Application of the essential oil from copaiba (Copaifera langsdori Desf.) for acne vulgaris: a double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Altern Med Rev. 2012 Mar;17(1):69-75. PubMed PMID: 22502624.
A study demonstrates copaiba resin-oil and essential oil are promising candidates for the treatment of Staphylococcus and Candida fungal resistant infections
Alencar EN, Xavier-Júnior FH, Morais AR, Dantas TR, Dantas-Santos N, Verissimo LM, Rehder VL, Chaves GM, Oliveira AG, Egitol ES. Chemical Characterization and Antimicrobial Activity Evaluation of Natural Oil Nanostructured Emulsions. J Nanosci Nanotechnol. 2015 Jan;15(1):880-8. PubMed PMID: 26328453.
A comparative study on the chemical composition and anti-inflammatory activity of copaiba oils
a Departamento de Química, Instituto de Ciências Exatas, Universidade Federal do Amazonas, Av. Gal. Rodrigo Octávio Jordão Ramos 3000, Japiim, 69077-000 Manaus, Brazil
b Instituto de Química, Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro, CT, Bloco A, Cidade Universitária, Ilha do Fundão, 21945-970 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
c Laboratório de Química de Produtos Naturais e Farmacologia Aplicada, Far-Manguinhos, Fundação Oswaldo Cruz, Rua Sizenando Nabuco 100, 21041-250 Rio de Janeiro, Brazil