Botanica Gaia 100% Organic and Pure Himalayan Fir Needles Essential Oil Abies Spectabilis

Botanical Name: Abies Spectabilis.
Family Name: Pinaceae.
Common Name: Himalayan Fir, Pindrow Fir, Pindrau Himachal, Badar Kashmir, Ranghi Kumaon.
INCI: Abies Spectabilis Needles Oil.
Extraction Method: Steam distilled.
Parts Used: Needles.
Note: Middle note.
Odor: Fresh, bright, fresh woody, rich 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.

Himalyan Fir is a type of conifer, of the Abies genus, which contains 55 different species. They are found in cold areas of the northern hemisphere of the world. The Abies Spectabilis or Abies Pindrow grows wild in many areas of the northern hemisphere, where the wind spreads the seeds and some of these evergreen giants put down their roots.

Most conifers have a very refreshing aroma, reminiscent of a young forest. It is very suitable for use in aromatherapy, for balancing and cleansing.

In studies carried out, it was found that the oil extracted from the leaves has very powerful antioxidant activity, which makes it very suitable for skin care and for use in cleansing tonics.

In laboratory analysis and subsequent study, it was found that the oil obtained from the needles had an important antibacterial and antiviral activity, since it inhibits hemagglutinin, a protein in the membrane of many viruses, which is responsible for allowing the virus to enter. to the cell of the infected host. So it makes it a very interesting oil for cleaning stuffy environments.

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.