Pine (Scotch) Essential Oil

Pinus sylvestris

Pine (Scotch) Essential Oil Profile Information

	General - Scots Pine A tall evergreen tree, up to 40m high with a flat crown. It has a reddish-brown, deeply fissured bark, long stiff needles that grow in pairs, and pointed brown cones. Essential oil is obtained from steam distillation of the needles.
	Uses - Scots Pine essential oil, Pinus sylvestris,  is steam distilled from the needles, it has the pine scent that people are familiar with. It is strongly antiseptic as well as killing germs in household cleansers. As a disinfectant and an infection fighter, pine is also very good in a penetrating liniment for sore muscles or joints. A preparation made from needles has been used for bladder, kidney and rheumatic complaints as a liniment for rheumatism and muscular pain, and as an inhalant for bronchitis, catarrh, colds, etc.
	Pine (Scotch) essential oil, Pinus sylvestris,  blends well with the following essential oils:  eucalyptus, lavender, other spice oils and other coniferous oils.
	Cautions - Dermal irritant, common sensitizing agent; otherwise non-toxic.
	Properties - Analgesic, antimicrobial, antiseptic, antiviral, balsamic, diuretic, expectorant, rubefacient.
	All of our oils are 100% pure and natural, of therapeutic grade and free from any chemicals or pesticides. Although all of our products are of premium quality, our essential oils are not certified organic.
	Scotch Pine Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential oils can also be used in soap making ingredients, lotions, massage oils, diffusers, potpourri, scent, air fresheners, body fragrance, perfume oils, aromatherapy products, bath oils, towel scenting, spa's, incense, light rings, laundry, facial steams, hair treatments, and more.