Fir Silver Essential Oil
$164.00
Silver Fir essential oil is distilled from the needles, twigs and sometimes cones. It has a warming balsamic aroma with slight green overtones.
How to use?
4-5 drops in bath, on tissue or in a vaporiser. 15 drops in 50ml carrier.
WARNING – do not apply undiluted or internally. Keep away from children and eyes. Store in cool, dark place.
| Latin Name |
Abies alba |
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Synonyms |
White spruce, European Silver Fir |
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Plant family |
Coniferae |
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Extraction |
Distillation of the needles and twigs, sometimes cones |
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Origin |
Northern Europe |
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Plant characteristics |
A relatively small coniferous tree with a regular pyramid shape and silvery-white bark. Used as Christmas trees. |
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Oil characteristics |
A pale yellow oil with a warming, balsamic aroma with slight green overtones. |
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Traditional use |
Highly esteemed in ancient Europe and used mainly for treating respiratory complaints, fever and muscular aches and pains. |
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Blends well with |
Lavender, other Conifer oils, Sandalwood, Sweet Orange essential oils |
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Cautions and comments |
No contra-indications known. |
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Main chemical constituents |
Monoterpenes (90%). |
Suitable for : All skin