Pinus sylvestris
The scotch pine is extensively cultivated worldwide – for wood, tar, pitch, turpentine and its essential oil. Clear and crisp, pine oil pierces through stagnancy. It energises, provides clarity and alleviates emotional stress. Cleanses the breathing passageways. Use in abdominal massage as it loves the internal organs, also to treat aching, stiff and tired muscles. Repels insects – cleanse the home environment for protection. Pine essential oil can be extracted from the needles, twigs and cones of many species. Tinderbox has the higher quality needles (leaves) from the preferred species for aromatherapy (Pinus sylvestrus).
Aroma: Middle to Base, Mars.
Perfume: Fresh, forest smell that is both dry and sweet with camphorous top notes as well as balsamic, woody undertones.
Blends well with: Cedarwood, cinnamon, clove, rosemary, tea-tree, sage, lavender, juniper, lemon, niaouli, eucalyptus and marjoram.
Indications: antimicrobial, anti-neuralgic, anti rheumatic, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericidal, balsamic, cholagogue, deodorant, diuretic, expectorant, hypertensive, insecticidal, restorative, rubefacient, (brings blood to the surface) and an adrenal cortex stimulant.
Part of plant used: leaves (needles)
Type of extraction: steam distilled
Grown and Processed in: China
Precautions: This oil may irritate sensitive skin. Considered safe to use during pregnancy.
