An essential oil distilled from the aromatic resin of the pili tree (Canarium ovatum), a species native to the Philippines.

Pili essential oil carries a warm resinous aroma with soft woody and balsamic notes. Compared with elemi oil, which is brighter and citrus-leaning, pili resin produces a deeper and more rounded scent.

• 100% pure essential oil
• Distilled from pili tree resin
• Warm resinous aroma with mild woody sweetness
• Suitable for aromatherapy, perfumery, and formulation
• Undiluted and free from synthetic fragrance

Aroma Profile

Pili essential oil has a smooth resin scent with gentle woody depth.

Typical aromatic notes include:

• warm resin
• soft balsamic sweetness
• light woody tones
• subtle forest character

The aroma is less sharp than elemi and often feels warmer and more grounded.

Common Uses

Pili essential oil can be used in a variety of aromatic and formulation applications.

Aromatherapy

• diffuser blends
• grounding aromatic environments
• meditation blends

Perfumery

• resin base note in natural perfumes
• incense and woody fragrance blends
• modifier for forest or balsamic compositions

Formulation

• soaps and liquid cleansers
• candles and room fragrances
• botanical personal care products

As with most essential oils, topical use should be diluted in a suitable carrier oil.

Botanical Origin

Pili essential oil comes from the tree Canarium ovatum, which grows naturally in the Philippines and is widely known for producing edible pili nuts.

When the bark of the tree is cut, it releases a fragrant resin. This resin is traditionally collected and used for aromatic and practical purposes.

When distilled, the resin yields a warm resinous essential oil distinct from the fixed oils obtained from the fruit pulp or kernel.

Extraction

Pili essential oil is obtained through distillation of the tree resin.

During distillation, heat releases the volatile aromatic compounds contained in the resin. These vapors condense after cooling to produce essential oil.

The resulting oil is usually clear to pale yellow and carries the characteristic warm resin scent of pili.

Composition

Pili resin oil contains naturally occurring aromatic compounds such as:

• limonene
• terpinolene
• elemol
• other resin-derived terpenes

These compounds contribute to the oil's warm balsamic character and woody aroma.

Natural variation in composition may occur depending on harvest conditions and resin maturity.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this the same as pili nut oil?
No. Pili essential oil is distilled from tree resin, while pili nut oil is a fixed oil obtained from the fruit kernel.

Is the oil diluted?
No. The oil is undiluted and contains no carrier oils or synthetic fragrance.

Can this oil be used on skin?
Essential oils should generally be diluted in a carrier oil before topical use.

Can this oil be used in soaps or candles?
Yes. Pili essential oil can be used in natural soaps, candles, and aromatic formulations.

Product Details

Botanical name: Canarium ovatum
Plant part: resin
Extraction: distillation
Origin: Philippines
Aroma: warm, resinous, woody