Ho Wood essential oil, which is steam distilled from the bark, twigs, and leaves of the Japanese camphor tree, emits a bright, warm, woody aroma with lovely sweet and floral notes. In aromatherapy, Ho Wood oil can be:
- Peaceful and soothing for the mind, body, and spirit.
- Uplifting for the spirits.
- Cooling on the skin when combined with a carrier oil and applied topically.
What is Ho Wood?
Also known as Japanese camphor, Ho Wood (Cinnamomum camphora) is the hon-sho variety of camphor trees found growing in parks, gardens, and along banks and streams in east Asia. These handsome trees are slow-growing and long-lived, reaching a height of 100 feet and sometimes living up to 1,000 years. They are also notably thick trees, with the trunks on average reaching a diameter of 10 feet.
The largest Ho wood tree—Kamou no Onkusu—is found in Japan and boasts a trunk with a 79.5 foot diameter! Ho wood’s beautifully grained wood was historically used to create handles for Japanese swords. Today, it can be found in cabinetry and furniture making.
Ho Wood Essential Oil
Ho Wood essential oil is steam distilled from the bark, twigs, and leaves of the tree, and has a bright, warm, woody scent with sweet floral notes. It can be found worldwide gracing skincare products, and in aromatherapy is a popular (and more sustainable) substitute for rosewood oil. Ho Wood essential oil is notably peaceful and soothing, while being uplifting for the spirits. Combined with a carrier oil and applied topically, this oil is cooling on the skin.
Blending essential oils opens up a world of aromatherapy possibilities! Other oils that complement ho wood oil’s warm, woody fragrance include: basil, cajeput, chamomile, frankincense, lavender, orange, sandalwood, and ylang ylang oils.
Piping Rock 100% pure Ho Wood Oil is available in ½ oz. bottles.
Directions for Use
Add 3-5 drops of Ho Wood Oil to a diffuser or vaporizer, to a bowl of steaming water or a hot bath to fill a room with its bright scent. To use topically, add ~5 drops of Ho Wood Oil to ~10 mL of any Piping Rock carrier oil.
Ho Wood Oil is for external use only and should be diluted in a carrier oil such as sweet almond, jojoba, grapeseed or avocado oil before being used topically. Do not apply to broken or irritated skin. Always consult your trusted physician before adding any essential oil to your regimen, especially if you are pregnant, nursing or taking any medications. Discontinue use and alert your doctor should an adverse reaction occur. Keep out of reach of children and away from eyes and mouth. Essential oils are flammable.
