Botanica Gaia 100% Organic and Pure Wild White Spruce Essential Oil | Picea Glauca

Botanical Name: Picea Glauca.
Family Name: Pinaceae.
Common Name: Canadian Spruce, Skunk Spruce, Cat Spruce, Black Hills Spruce, Western White Spruce, Alberta White Spruce, Porsild Spruce.
INCI: Picea glauca needles Oil.
Extraction Method: Steam distilled.
Parts Used: Needles.
Note: Top note.
Odor: fresh, bright, fresh woody, slightly lemony with undertone light fruity.
Appearance: Light Yellow.
Country of Origin: United States.

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

Originally the White Spruce is from northern North America, the boreal forests and Alaska. Later it has spread to different states in the United States where there are enough winters to be cold enough. It is considered one of the conifers most resistant to low temperatures.

As an essential oil it has purifying and stimulating properties. When diluted with a carrier oil, it can be used for massages to relieve tired muscles. It is very good for respiratory problems, since it has decongestant and expectorant properties. Widely used in saunas. It has antimicrobial, antibactericidal, antifungal and antiviral properties.

Stimulates creativity and inspiration, helps keep the mind awake and active. Nourishes the skin and calms the senses.

In perfumery it is very useful as a top note in men's perfumery, it provides a very fresh and woody aroma.

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.