Birch, Sweet

(Betula lenta)

PRICE $9.90$270.20

Birch essential oil is analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and helps to reduce fever, so it is good for rheumatic aches and pains but should be handled with caution. It is not recommended for total massage; however, it does have a place in aromatherapy for localized pain relief.

Origin: UK. Steam distilled from the bark of the tree. Top note.

Clear

General Properties

  • analgesic
  • anti-inflammatory
  • cleanser

Origin: UK. Steam distilled from the bark of the tree. Top note.

Description

Sweet Birch essential oil is from a tree (the yellow and black species of this genus). Some of its countries of origin are Canada, Holland, Germany and the eastern USA. The bark is macerated in warm water before being steam distilled to produce an essential oil that is clear to yellowish in colour.

Birch essential oil contains one major constituent, methyl salicylate (up to 98%!), which was first identified in willow trees, and is more commonly known as the original ingredient in aspirin. Birch essential oil is analgesic, anti-inflammatory, diuretic and a blood cleanser. It is great for all kinds of muscular pain and, because of its diuretic and blood cleansing abilities, it helps to drain toxins, which cause the pain in arthritis and rheumatism. In treating cellulite, Birch essential oil partners up well with Rosemary essential oil, Geranium essential oil, Black Pepper essential oil and Juniper essential oil to help eliminate toxins, while the diuretic action helps reduce water retention.

Please note that like all essential oils, Sweet Birch should be stored away from children. This oil has a sweet scent reminiscent of root beer, so be sure to take the necessary precautions so children do not ingest.

Birch can be found in the following blends:

Birch can be found in the following kits:

Product Specifications

Botanical Name: Betula lenta
Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation
Appearance: Clear Liquid
Solubility in Oil: Soluble
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Solubility in Alcohol: Soluble
Safety Information: Please read the safety information associated with this product carefully.
More Information: A MSDS sheet is available for this product.

Specific Cautions

Should NOT be used during pregnancy, while lactating or on babies and small children. Use sparingly.

References

Information about this essential oil came from the following sources:

  1. Worwood, Valerie Ann. The Fragrant Pharmacy. (Toronto: Bantam Books, 1990)
  2. Davis, Patricia. Aromatherapy: An A-Z. (United Kingdom: Saffron Walden, 1988)
  3. Tisserand, Robert and Tony Balacs. Essential Oil Safety. (Edinburgh: Churchill Livingstone, 1995)

Note and Disclaimer

The information and opinions provided here are for general educational purposes only and do not replace medical advice. It is your responsibility to consult a suitably qualified medical practitioner to ensure that you will not have any medical problems from any of our products.

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