Pine, Scots

Product Details

Botanical name

Pinus sylvestris

Extraction method / Source

Steam Distilled / Needles and twigs

Aroma

Woody, balsamic

Note classification

Top, Middle

Odor Intensity

Key constituents

Alpha-pinene

Plant description

Botanical family: Pinaceae

Scots Pine is a hardy evergreen native to Eurasia. It grows at all altitudes, produces short blue-green needles and brown cones. The trees grow quickly and can reach 90 feet in height. Their straight trunks are not branched making the Scots Pine a popular choice for lumber. the needles and twigs are collected from trees cut for lumber, so essential oil is a wonderful by-product of the lumber industry. Although there are more than 80 pine varieties, Scots Pine is considered to be the safest and most useful in aromatherapy.

Regions of Production

Hungary

Growing Practices

Sustainably managed forest.

Properties

Antimicrobial, antineuralgic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericidal, balsamic, deodorant, diuretic, expectorant, insecticidal, rubifacient, stimulates circulation, tonic. (Battaglia, 2003, Schnaubelt, 1998)

Please refer to the Glossary for terms which may be new to you.

Uses / Benefits

In liniment or massage oil helps relieve joint pain from arthritis and muscular pain. Tonic for lungs, kidneys and nervous system, helps alleviate adrenal fatigue and nervous exhaustion. See Holistic Adrenal Support . Very helpful for sinus and bronchial congestion, asthma, bronchitis, coughs and colds. (Battaglia, 2003, Schnaubelt, 1998).

Fragrant influences

Useful in the management of feelings of loss and regret. Can be used to clear a space for meditation (Mojay, 1997; Battaglia, 2003,; Tisserand, 2014).

Modes of Administration

Topical: massage, compress, skin care

Inhalation: direct inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporizer, aromatherapy inhaler.

Safety

Non-toxic, non-irritating, non-sensitizing

Notice

This information is for educational purposes only. It has not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease. Although we strive to provide information which is accurate and up to date, we cannot guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information.

Precautions

Pure essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts. Do not use them undiluted, or in the eyes or mucus membranes. If applying an essential oil to the skin, always dilute it with a proper carrier oil and test on a small patch of skin before applying to a large area. Do not take them internally except under the direction of a qualified professional trained in Aromatherapy. Always familiarize yourself with the safety, contraindications and proper preparation of each essential oil before use. Note that when using essential oils for children and the elderly, very low concentrations should be used. Keep all essential oils away from children and pets. 

References

Althea Press, Essential Oils: Natural Remedies, 2015. Althea Press, Berkeley, CA.

Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, Second Edition, 2003. The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Brisbane, Australia.

Cooksley, Valerie Gennari, Aromatherapy: Soothing Remedies to Restore, Rejuvenate, and Heal, 2002. Prentice Hall Press, New York, NY.

Cooksley, Valerie Gennari, Aromatherapy : A Holistic Guide to Natural Healing with Essential Oils, 2015. Floramed Publishing, The Woodlands, TX.

International Fragrance Research Association, http://www.ifraorg.org/en-us/standards (January 5, 2016).

Mojay, Gabriel, Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, 1997. Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT.

Schnaubelt, Kurt, Advanced Aromatherapy: The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, (English translation)1998. Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT.

Schnaubelt, Kurt, The Healing Intelligence of Essential Oils: The Science of Aromatherapy, 2011. Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT.

Tisserand, Robert and Young, Rodney, Essential Oil Safety, 2nd edition, 2014. Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, New York, NY.

Tourles, Stephanie L, Hands On Healing Remedies, 2012. Storey Publishing, North Adams, MA.

United States Food and Drug Administration, HHS, 182.1 Substances That Are Generally Recognized as Safe, 182.20 Essential oils, Oleoresins (solvent-free), and natural extractives (including distillates), http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/CFR-2012-title21-vol3-sec182 (January 28, 2016).

Worwood, Valerie Ann, The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy, 1991. New World Library, Novato, CA.

TIMELESS Essential Oils guarantees the purity and quality of all our therapeutic oils. The current Certificate of Analysis is available upon request. All essential oils are best stored in an airtight container away from heat and light.