Uttati Amber Oils
Uttati Amber Oils
AMBER is a naturally occurring substance, appreciated for its color and natural organic beauty since the Neolithic times. It is fossilized tree resin, not sap. Since Antiquity, Amber from the Baltic Sea Area was extensively traded.
Amber (the Word)
“Ambar” was brought to Europe by the Crusaders. The French distinguished between “Ambre Gris” which is Ambergris (A material produced by sperm whales used also in healing and in perfumes) and “Ambre Jaune” which is the fossil resin we now call Amber. Pliny the Great gave it the expressive name of succinium or Gum-Stone, a name that is in use today to describe succinic acid as well as succinite, a term given to a particular type of Amber. The natives referred to it as Glaes due to its translucency (see-through similarity to glass.)
Note: Amber will soften upon heating and eventually will burn. That is why Germanic Languages use words to name Amber that literally translates as burn-stone (in German Bernstein, in Dutch Barnsteen,…etc.) The Baltic Lithuanian term for Amber is Gintaras and Latvian Dzintars.
At 200 degrees centigrade Amber decomposes, yielding an “Oil of Amber” and leaving a black residue which is known as “Amber colophony” or “Amber Pitch.” When this is dissolved in oil of Turpentine or in linseed oil, it forms “Amber Varnish” or “Amber Lac.”
History of Therapeutics and Folk Cures of Amber
In all its forms, as stone, powder, infusion, and oils, Amber was historically associated with a wide range of therapeutics and folk cures. Many cultures transmitted through their oral traditions and their written documents a wealth of knowledge about the effects of Amber and used it as an active ingredient for healing.
Apothecaries from many cultures prescribed it in one form or another to ease the problems of the gallbladder, liver, and thymus. Others thought it is best to calm the kidneys, while for other cultures, it was the dentists’ best tool to ease toothaches. In other areas it was also used to ease the pains of arthritis and rheumatism. Amber was also known for its ability to promote strength during rehabilitation and to accelerate the process of regeneration after long illnesses. It was also believed to have the power to protect one from several illnesses and to diminish pain, especially during childbirth.
From the dawn of history, Amber was believed to attract Love, enhance pleasure and provoke happiness. Hence, Apothecaries and Perfumers throughout documented history used it as a main constituent in Perfumes. It has also been historically considered an agent for promoting Fertility. Museums and private collectors have numerous amber carvings, figurines and amulets symbolic of fertility from many cultures.
In most cultures using Amber, it represented the Power of Cleansing and Purification. Many civilizations believed Amber to be the stone of Universal Light Force. They used the stone for rituals and as amulets and charms. Even today, Amber is still used for good luck and protection. The Greek philosopher, Thales of Milet, described the magical powers of Amber over 2600 years ago and wrote about it under the name of “Electron” from which the present day term “Electricity” was derived.
Amber has always symbolized the Sun’s Energy (the Solar, Spiritual and Divine Attractive Power). Thus, it continues to awaken Joy, stimulate light, and promote warm feelings. Amber is also believed to draw negativities out of the body and to cleanse the spirit and the heart.
Amber has always been used as a tool for meditation. It helps the person to reach the ancient wisdom and knowledge. It can initiate a feeling of connection to the physical plane as it grounds the spiritual energy into the physical body. Amber opens and helps heal and balance the Solar Plexus chakra. It can also assist the balance and strengthening of the 5th chakra by enhancing creative Self expression.
Metaphysical and Spiritual Beliefs About Amber
Psychological and Emotional Effects of Amber Oils
For centuries Amber oils have demonstrated a pronounced effect on the mood and demeanor of people. Amber oils are considered an excellent medium for eliminating self imposed psychological and personal barriers.
Amber is believed to turn negative thoughts into positive ones. Thus, it helps to build a positive attitude. It has been reported that Amber oils calm the central nervous system and restore the balance of patients. Hence, Amber has been used successfully by people to alleviate their feelings of sadness and is known to be very helpful in eliminating depression.
It is also believed that Amber is so stimulating to mental activity that it increases creativity, mental clarity, improves memory, and enhances one’s trust in their own abilities.
Amber is used by some cultures (Chinese medicine, …) as a treatment for amnesia, dreaminess, and insomnia, and for subduing fright. In Russian Folk medicine Amber is used to treat addictions, especially to alcohol, as it is believed to reduce the desire for alcohol.
Some of Amber’s constituents mimic the action of human pheromones triggering and enhancing human attraction responses. It definitely has some qualities that allure and stimulate desire. So, throughout history, Amber was on the top of the list of Aphrodisiacs. Due to its Scent, perfumers added it to their formulas for the Exotic woman adept in the arts of seduction and suggested it be applied on parts of the body such as the wrists and neck. For centuries, it was the secret whispered from ear to ear and from woman to woman.
Amber was always viewed as highly mysterious and perfumes containing it had a hypnotizing ability with its scent triggering the most wonderful romantic memories.
Amber as an Aphrodisiac
Current Uses of Uttati’s Amber Oils
A lot of scientific research has been conducted in numerous labs worldwide to sift through our Heritage to confirm what is true, time tested and scientifically proven regarding Amber allowing us to eliminate what is wrong and unproven.
Consequently, in addition to the many uses mentioned on the previous pages, Amber has been deemed an excellent tool for detoxification and found valuable as an agent to protect the human body from radiation, especially from X Rays, computer and other sources of harmful energies.
Amber infusions and oils applied on the skin are also regarded as effective compositions to help the body cope with light allergies.
Uttati’s Oils of Amber are 100% natural, pure and authentic Amber oils. They are made of fragrant Amber resins imported from several sources (the Baltic countries, India, Italy, Spain and other countries) and then processed in Egypt. Our Amber Oils are made of special mixtures of the fossilized resins of the Dark and Yellow types of Amber. The essence of Amber is made through Destructive distillation. For Uttati, this essence represents close to 70% of the Amber oils. The main active constituent of the Amber Oils is succinic acid.
Historically there are numerous formulas available to different cultures that determine how the final oil should look, feel and smell. The whole purpose of the formulation is to reach the most effective molecular structure to give the final user the best possible results. Such results (especially the desired fragrance) are achieved by adding a formula of pure natural essential oils that differ from one type of Amber oil to the other. The ‘Amber Antique’ (according to Egyptian Temple practices) has Aloes, Cedarwood, Frankincense and Vetiver, while the ‘Royal’ has, in addition, more of the sandalwood , patchouli,…etc. Our Amber Oils are 100% pure natural components of Amber and essential oils with no Alcohols, Glycols, Preservatives, Base Oils,…etc. added.
Uttati’s Amber Oils: Their Composition, Manufacture and Processing
How To Apply Amber Oils
Our Amber oils are so fragrant and smell so appealing. They can be simply applied as a Perfume directly on the skin or they could be added to your favorite cream or massage oil. Amber by itself brings sensual appeal to the person that wears it. It adds a sense of calm and peace in addition to all its healing effects.
If you are a gourmet consumer eager to use the higher quality all natural products for a better experience and lifestyle, or you are a professional perfumer, aromatherapist, massage therapist,…etc. looking for a higher quality line of products for your practice and services, our Uttati Amber Oils will meet your needs. Remember, Amber oils are a great BASE when mixed with a wide variety of essential oils. It is such a wonderful experience to experiment mixing different oils with Amber for the purpose of enjoying different effects, such as:
For Perfume and Fragrance – mix Amber Oil with Rose oils, Lavender, Mimosa, Tuberose, Gardenia, Jasmine, Violet,….etc.
For Meditation – mix Amber with Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Frankincense, Myrrh, Spikenard.
For Healing – Mix Amber Oil with oils known for their different healing purposes (Sage, Melissa, Helichrysum, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, …)
Amber Oils are widely used in Perfumery, Therapeutics and personal care. Thousands of recipes are cited in manuscripts and books going back in history to the early times. They have their own unique properties and they can enhance the effects of the other oils with which they are combined. (You can contact us by email or phone to get more of these recipes). Once you start using the oils you will get more familiar with them and
will be able to create your own wonderful recipes. (For info and prices on our highest quality Essential Oils, please contact us by phone or email).
1) A recipe for Wellbeing and Anti-aging: Add 4 drops of Amber Antique to 2 drops of Rosewood oil, 3 drops of Rose D oil, 3 drops of Geranium, 3 drops of Elemi, & 5 drops of Orange. Mix well. This is an essence formula that you can use neat or add to a base oil for massage, or to a cream, tonic or lotion . To create a mist to spray on your body, add the formula to a tablespoon of vegetable glycerin and 2 tablespoons of grain alcohol. Then, start adding enough distilled water to achieve the strength of fragrance desired. Now you have created a mist that you can use on your face, your body, or in the room around you.
2) A recipe for Mental Clarity: Add 5 drops of Amber Royal to 2 drops of Neroli, 5 drops of Lemon oil, and 8 drops of Bergamot Oil. Continue as described in Recipe 1.
3) A Woodsy Recipe for Grounding, for Meditation, or Aphrodisiac/Attraction: Add 5 drops of Amber Antique to 4 drops of Sandalwood, 3 drops Cedarwood Himalaya, 3 drops of Patchouli, 2 drops of Vetiver, and 3 drops of Vanilla Absolute. Continue.
4) A Floral Amber Recipe: Add 6 drops of Amber Royal to 4 drops of Jasmine Oil, 2 drops of Jasmine Sambac, 3 drops of Rose, 2 drops Rose D, and 3 drops of Lavender Egypt. Continue as described in Recipe 1.
Amber Oils Recipes
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