Pine 

Pinus sylvestris 

Produced in USA. Pine needle oil was extensively used in pharmaceutical preparations for pulmonary infections and rheumatic conditions during the early 1900 century. Clinical studies reported its main constituents exhibits antiviral, antimicrobial and many other therapeutic properties with excellent actions on the musculoskeletal, nervous, respiratory and urinary systems.

Scent - Middle note

Fresh-sweet, restore mind - distilled from the needles, young branches and cones.

Analgesic, antidiabetic, anti-fungal, cortisone hormone (anti-stress), neutotonic, rubefacient, stimulant.

Asthma, asthenia (weakness), bronchitis, coughs, cystitis, diabetes, pyelitis (inflammation of the renal pelvis), sciatica (pain from the lower back to the leg), sinus, uterine congestion.

Topical application - massage, compression, bath, douche, ointment, liniment;

Inhalation - direct inhalation, diffusion, vaporisation.

Vaporiser oil 

Pine has an notable uplifting and clearing scent. It blends well with bergamot, cedarwood, eucalyptus, frankincense and niaouli.

Switch on vaporiser to the maximum, drop a few drops of Pine oil alone or with blended essence according to the area size and intensity, and allow the oil to evaporate to saturate the environment. Ensure all windows and doors are closed.

Potential irritants if oxidised but general regarded as safe. Perform patch and/or scent test before use. For any skin allergic reactions, run tap water or cool compress on affected areas until redness subsided. Store essential oil in a dark, cool and dry place and avoid sunlight and keep children out of reach.

Essential oils are not safe to apply on the skin undiluted nor to consume any small amounts which can cause significant poisoning.

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