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Bio Douglas Fir Essential Oil | Pseudotsuga Menziesii
Bio Douglas Fir Essential Oil | Pseudotsuga Menziesii
A fresh, green coniferous essential oil with crisp forest brightness and soft woody depth
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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.
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 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.
Safety
Always patch test before topical use.
- For external use only.
- Use in dilutions no greater than 2% in leave-on skin care.
- Use Amber, Cobalt or Miron violet glass bottles to protect from light degradation.
- Avoid ingestion unless under expert supervision.
- Pregnancy, young children, or sensitive skin users should consult a qualified practitioner.
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The information presented here is for educating our customers about the traditional uses of essential oils and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. You are responsible for understanding the safe application of these products.