The balsam fir contains a good percentage of bornyl acetate. This essential oil acts directly on moods, like a forest bath in diffusion and topical application. It acts on the respiratory and nervous systems. Its active ingredients have an action joint and muscle pain reliever, useful for the rheumatism, cramps, and neuralgias. Its action is optimized by black spruce and hemlock.
Identification
Name on label: Essential oil of balsam fir
Botanical species: Balsam Fir
Famille : Conifers
Part used: Terminal buds and needles
Extraction method: Distillation
Origine : Canada
Main constituents: Monoterpenes: β-pinene (28-56%), α-pinene (6-15%), 3-carene (5-20%), limonene (1-16%). Ester: Bornyl acetate (4-16%)
Uses: Massages, inhalations and diffusions
Properties for external use
The German E Commission recognizes the use of this oil in the treatment of rheumatic and neuralgic pain.
Main uses for external use
- Rheumatism, osteoarthritis
- Cramps, myalgias
- Neuralgic pains
- Headache, pain in the head
- Joint and muscle pain
- Migraines and headaches
- Anxiolytic
- Relaxing
- Air antiseptic, sanitizing and deodorizing (in diffusion)
- Fatigue, weariness
- Demotivation
- Lack of self-confidence
- Lack of concentration
- Anxiety, stress
- Dissipate the confusion
User manuals
*DO NOT USE PURE, ALWAYS DILUTED.
Point massage applied locally to the chest and back: apply 3 to 4 drops of essential oil to the affected area or to be treated. Mix the essential oil with the vegetable oil of your choice.
Massage : To obtain a 5% dilution, ideal for massages, mix 5 ml of essential oil with 100 ml of vegetable oil, alcohol-free gel, cream, or virgin massage emulsion.
Inhalation : Apply 2 or 3 drops on a tissue and breathe in for a few minutes. Stop if you feel any discomfort. Repeat as often as necessary OR Boil water, remove from heat, pour into a bowl, add a few drops of essential oil, cover your head with a towel, and breathe gently.
Essential oil diffusers: Add a few drops to a diffuser. Duration: 10 to 15 minutes depending on the size of the room.
Recommendations and precautions for use
Attention : ALWAYS USE DILUTED.
IMPORTANT: KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN AND ANIMALS. KEEP AWAY FROM HEAT, FLAMES, AND LIGHT. FLAMMABLE.
CONTRAINDICATED ALSO FOR: ASTHMATICS, PEOPLE WITH KIDNEY DISORDERS.
In cases of dry cough, irritation, or whooping coughIt is also not recommended. Prolonged use could lead to inflammation of the kidneys (nephritis). May not be suitable for sensitive skin.
