Never used it myself, but for anyone looking for something new.
Taken from whatreallyworks.co.uk
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Copaiba oil for skin conditions
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The Jesuit missionaries journeyed into the interiors of the South American rainforests in the 17th Century, expecting to find ignorant savages to turn to 'civilisation.' Instead, they were often shocked to find people with an encyclopaedic knowledge of the natural world around them, including hundreds of foods and herbal medicines that they used to sustain themselves in such a tough climate.
The Jesuits brought many of these home to Europe with them. The importation of 'Brazil' nuts started in the 1600's and has proved so popular that it is still one of the major sustainable crops from the Amazon. Other discoveries, such as 'Jesuits tea' or Yerba Mate, have been extensively researched and are hugely popular with the modern population of South America, and are now becoming increasingly well known in Europe.
However, some remedies have remained largely unknown, yet have huge potential. One such rainforest remedy is the oil extracted from the Copaiba tree, a remedy first known to Europeans as 'Jesuits balsam.'
The huge Copaiba trees grow in the dense rainforests, and may reach heights of up to 18-30 metres. The oil is produced by 'tapping' the trees for the resin, much in the same way as natural rubber are trees are tapped, and it is from this resin that the oil is produced. This process is entirely sustainable, and causes no permanent damage to these beautiful rainforest giants. In the Northwest of the Amazon, the indigenous tribes of the Rio Solimoes have used the resin and oil as a treatment for skin sores, psoriasis and other skin conditions for centuries.
The Encyclopedia of Common Natural Ingredients cites that Copaiba has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and disinfectant, activities. First listed as a medicine in 1625 - the oil is used in soaps, emolliants and other cosmetic and skin care products but has remained largely unknown in Europe as a remedy in its own right.
In 2002, researchers in Brazil confirmed in clinical studies that it was highly effective as a topical wound healer and anti-inflammatory, confirming the beliefs of the indigenous peoples of the Amazon. Â
The active biological properties of Copaiba resin are attributed to many different actives. These include caryophyllene and calamenene, well known phytochemicals (plant chemicals) which have documented anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects and. The oil is the richest known source of caryophyllene and also contains several other chemicals found only in Copaiba trees.
Like most herbs, it is the combined effect of these actives that must account for the oils remarkable properties. We recommend it for any skin condition - including topical ulcers, eczema and psoriasis.
Rio Amazon Copaiba Oil is available from Rio Health priced at £12.99 for 60ml
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