Characteristics
A colorless or pale yellow liquid with a pleasing, fresh, balsamic, sweet, fruity aroma. A
large evergreen tree up to 164 feet tall, with slender horizontal branches, finely toothed
leaves and smallish brown cones, which yields a natural exudation from its bark.
Aromatherapy and Skin Care
Muscular aches and pains, poor circulation, rheumatism, asthma, bronchitis, coughs,
respiratory weakness, colds, flu, infections, anxiety, stress related conditions,
antimicrobial, antiseptic, antitussive, astringent, diaphoretic, diuretic, expectorant
Extraction
Essential oil by steam distillation of the needles and twigs.
Blends Well With
Pine, Oakmoss, Cedarwood, Galbanum, Benzoin, Lavender, Rosemary
Cautions
Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing. |
