Botanica Gaia 100% Organic and Pure Douglas Fir Essential Oil | Pseudotsuga Menziesii

Botanical Name: Pseudotsuga Menziesii.
Family Name: Pinaceae.
Common Name: Red Fir, Oregon Pine, Douglas spruce, Columbian Pine.
INCI: Pseudotsuga Menziesii needles Oil.
Extraction Method: Steam distilled.
Parts Used: Needles.
Note: Top note.
Odor: Fresh, bright, fresh woody, rich citrusy aroma.
Appearance: Clear.
Country of Origin: United States.
Blends: Frankincense, Pink Grapefruit, White Grapefruit, Vetiver, Sage, Cedarwood, Bergamot, Tangerine, Mandarine, Silver Fir, Rose, Opoponax, Myrrh, Myrrg Guggul, Lemon, Lime, Vanilla, Sweet Orange.

This is an artisan oil distilled from Douglas Fir needles, from the northern area of ​​Arizona.

The Douglas fir is native to North America, resistant to various climates. It is one of the conifers most resistant to fire and rot, they reach large sizes.

It is one of the most used trees for Christmas, due to the softness of its needles, its incredible aroma and its longevity.

Its wood is also highly valued for its beauty, versatility and resistance to rot.

Its essential oil, extracted from its needles, has a refreshing, woody aroma that is known for its calming, relaxing and refreshing properties. Its respiratory tract decongestant properties stand out, very effective with colds, flu, sinusitis, pharyngitis, bronchitis and asthma relief.
It also has purifying and disinfecting properties for the urinary tract, helping with cystitis and urethritis, helping to increase the flow of urine and rebalancing the functioning of the kidneys.

The turpentine extracted from the resin is used on skin rashes, boils, inflammations of bones and joints. Although some people are allergic to fir tree resin.

Not for use during pregnancy, with the elderly, infants, or if epileptic. Possible skin irritant in some individuals; dilute well.

General Safety Information: Do not take any oils internally and do not apply undiluted essential oils, onto the skin without advanced essential oil knowledge or consultation from a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have liver damage, have cancer, or have any other medical problem, use oils only under the proper guidance of a qualified aromatherapy practitioner. Use extreme caution when using oils with children. Consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using oils with children, the elderly, if you have medical issues or are taking medications.