Galbanum (CO2)
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Galbanum Essential Oil (Ferula galbaniflua) ~ CO2 Extract
Ancient resin, revered in the sacred text Egyptian papyri and used in embalming by the Egyptian's ~ Galbanum Essential Oil / CO2 Extract is deep musky extract that works on tonifying the body, dispelling negative energies and enhancing the mood.
- Anti-microbial
- Anti-parasitic
- Botanical Perfumery
- Clears Acne
- Detoxifying (powerful!)
- Enhances Circulation
- Great in Diffuser
- Insecticide / Bug-Repellent
- Joint Pain (ie. Arthritis)
- Reduces Scars (cicatrisant)
- Speeds Healing of Wounds
Aromatic Scent: Deeply pungent, fresh and musky, woody & earthy, green and leafy, penetrating with a balsamic, green peppercorn undertone.
How to Use
- Apply neat onto skin after bearing birth – great for stretch marks!
- Clears energy field, brings balance and relaxes lungs – vaporize 1-3 inhalations from 1 drop Galbanum extract inhaled through the Essential VAAAPP Vaporizer.
- Diffuse into the environment to cleanse and restore.
- Dynamic Diffuse to cleanse an environment of negative energy by placing 1-5 drops on fingertips or hands and snapping/wafting fingertips or hands around a room. Very powerful!!
- Infuse 1-5% into a carrier oil and massage over lymph, kidney and liver. Works great with juniper, frankincense or grapefruit! Potent skin tonic that aids in circulation.
- Prepare an energetic cleaning spray by adding 5-10 drops per ounce of water/vinegar mixture for a household cleanser – great with citrus to enhance the fragrance.
- Massage into chest over lungs to break up stagnancy and reduce inflammation.
- Place a few drops on incense to enhance the energetic properties.
- Apply several drops around the crown and third eye as an anointing blend to enhance meditative experiences.
Precautions
You may choose to avoid use during pregnancy. Fragrance is very powerful, consider avoiding around sensitive individuals.
Blends Well With: Amyris, Balsam Fir Absolute, Basil, Black Cumin, Carrot Seed (CO2), Cardamom, Cinnamon Bark, Cinnamon Leaf, Clary Sage, Elemi, Sweet Fennel, Silver Fir, Frankincense Carterii (CO2), Rose-Geranium, Ginger, White Grapefruit, Red Mandarin, Jasmine Sambac Absolute, Juniper, Lavender, Liquidambar (Styrax), Mace, Mugwort, Opoponax, Plai, Rose, Rosemary Cineole, Black Spruce, Tobacco Absolute, Turmeric, Tulsi, Yarrow, Ylang Ylang
Cultivation: Wildcrafted
Country of Origin: Iran
Extraction Method: CO2 Extract
Parts of Plant Used: Resin (Extracted from Roots)
Terpenes: Primarily Pinene (Alpha/Beta). Myrcene, Delta 3-Carene, Limonene, Phellandrene, Fenchyl acetate, Guaiol, Eudesmol beta, Bulnesol.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician before using this product. *
Dr. Nick's Notes
Galbanum, the holistic protector!
Tonifies, detoxifies, moves stagnancy, clears negative energy, works as a cicatrisant to aid in healing scar tissue. Galbanum essential oil is a seriously potent extract that is not for the faint of heart. This is a bonifide ancient medicinal resin used by the Egyptian cultures, and for other lineages for thousands of years. Aids in breaking up mucus as a decongestant in the lungs and aid in bringing back in the center. Try massaging a few drops into the hands and taking three deep inhalations – this slows the mind, centers the self and aids in focus and restoring balance to one’s day. Great for clearing negative energy in an environment, a key ingredient to our Psychic Protection formula!
Works well in conjunction with other essential oils (see “Blends Well With” section) as it seems to potentiate the effects. This extract is perfect for cutting energetic attachments, breaking through emotional hurdles and lies. Aids in shifting an environment, my suggested use is to apply around the body and into the auric field (rubbing in front and on sides of body). This extract is also aidful in reducing scars, healing wounds and may be used as an anti-parasitic / insect repellent. Galbanum oil stimulates circulation in the body and can consider massaging into inflamed or arthritic joints. Try using Galbanum essential oil & Galbanum CO2 Extract as an anointing oil to deepen your meditative experience – I find application on my crown / third eye to be pretty pronounced.
The intense spicy notes seems to dissipate once applied to the skin. Try adding with some citrus or mint notes to redirect the fragrance in a more pleasant way.
FAQs
Galbanum (Ferula galbaniflua) CO2 Extract is a full-spectrum extract of one of the most ancient aromatic resins in recorded history — referenced in the Book of Exodus as a sacred incense ingredient. CO2 extraction preserves the resin’s complete aromatic and therapeutic profile at low temperatures, resulting in a richer, more complex extract than steam-distilled galbanum.
Galbanum has a bold, intensely green, sharp, and balsamic aroma that is unlike anything else in the essential oil world. It has a distinctive “green pepper” or “fresh-cut stem” quality that adds a vivid, almost electric green note to perfume compositions. In perfumery, galbanum is prized as a top-to-middle note for creating the classic “green chypre” accord.
Galbanum is used in botanical perfumery for its irreplaceable green character, in aromatherapy for respiratory support, skin healing (particularly for mature or scarred skin), and anti-inflammatory applications, and in ceremonial practice as one of the original biblical incense ingredients. It blends beautifully with frankincense, rose, lavender, and oakmoss.
CO2 extraction captures a fuller aromatic profile than steam distillation, preserving heavier resinous compounds that are typically lost to heat. The result is a richer, more complex extract with greater depth and tenacity — closer to the natural resin’s complete aromatic character.
Yes — Galbanum CO2 Extract is generally well-tolerated topically when diluted in a carrier oil at 2–5%. It is non-sensitizing and non-irritating for most skin types. It is particularly valued in skin care formulations for mature, scarred, or inflamed skin. As with all essential oils, perform a patch test before broad application and consult a healthcare provider before use during pregnancy.
Our Process
We consciously source all our ingredients from Organic, Wildcrafted and/or Unsprayed (Pesticide-free) farms & distilleries. We then enhance these premium ingredients through our unique proprietary process to bring each of our formulations into their highest expression. You can really smell, feel, sense, and experience the difference!
** The information provided on this page is intended for educational and informational purposes only and reflects historical, cultural, and experiential perspectives. This product has not been evaluated or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual experiences may vary. Always use personal discernment and consult a qualified healthcare professional when appropriate, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.














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