Pine Needle (Pinus Sylvestris)

AROMA

Crisp, fresh, sweet, forest like aroma

BOTANICAL NAME

Pinus sylvestris 

ORIGIN

Austria

PLANT PART

Needles, young branches and cones of the scotch pine tree

EXTRACTION METHOD: 

Steam distillation

PLANT FAMILY: 

Pinaceae

NOTE: 

Middle

PROPERTIES

Antimicrobial, antineuralgic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericidal, balsamic, cholagogue, deodorant, diuretic, expectorant, hypertensive, insecticidal, restorative, rubefacient, adrenal cortex stimulant as well as stimulant to the circulation and nervous system.

SKIN:

Pine Needle oil has antiseptic, antibacterial and analgesic properties which make it beneficial for use on minor cuts and sores.

MIND:

Pine Needle’s invigorating action is helpful in relieving mental fatigue and nervous exhaustion. Its warming cleansing action can help to instill self-confidence and encourage acceptance, tolerance and forgiveness.

BODY: 

An excellent expectorant. Particularly beneficial for pulmonary complaints such as coughs, colds, bronchitis, sinusitis and asthma. It helps soothe sore muscles and rheumatic pain and can help improve poor circulation.

BLENDS WELL WITH:

Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Clove, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Niouli, Rosemary, Thyme, Tea Tree

MAIN CONSTITUENTS

Sylvestrene, Pinene, Bornyl acetate, Dipentene, Cardinene and Phellandrene

CAUTION

Use with care on the skin. May cause irritation in high dosage.