100% Pure & Natural Birch Sweet Essential Oil Botanical Name: betula lenta Birch Sweet essential oil is a very familiar aroma and popular ingredient in massage products because of its balsamic, warm aroma and its impact on oily skin. Aromatically, Birch is a popular oil due to its mood strengthening and emotional support qualities. Uses of Birch Sweet Essential Oil Add 15 drops to 2oz of an unscented body lotion or carrier oil (such as Safflower, Sunflower or Jojoba) and massage into sore muscles. To improve appearance of oily skin, include a few drops to unscented skin care products. Add a few drops to an unscented bath/shower gel for a refreshing bath. Can be used in saunas. Use 1-2 drops to refresh stale air. Put 1-2 drops on a cotton ball and place in gym bag or smelly shoes to change the "aroma". Background & Details This oil is sourced from USA History and Background In Chinese medicine, yang energy. Physical Description Colorless, pale yellow or reddish tinted liquid. Aromatic Description Intense, woody-sweet scent, reminiscent of wintergreen. Biological Makeup and Components Almost 98 percent methyl salicylate. Extraction Technique Extracted by steam distillation of bark. Information for Aromatherapists This oil is a top note and blends well with grapefruit, juniper, peppermint, rosemary. Safety Info Our Birch Sweet essential Oil is 100% pure and natural. It is free of any chemicals, pesticides, synthetic perfumes, fillers, or carrier oils. Cautions Major chemical component, methyl salicylate, while not toxic, can be harmful in concentration. Do not apply undiluted to the skin. Strong skin irritant. Can cause allergies in sensitive persons. Use with caution. For external use only. Do not ingest internally. If you are pregnant, epileptic, have cancer, liver issues, or any other serious illness, we strongly suggest you consult a medical professional prior to using Birch Sweet essential oil. Always keep essential oils out of reach of children Keep this oil tightly closed and in room temperature or cooler spot. Additional Safety Information National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy Essential Oil Safety Information from University of Minnesota Read: Essential Oil Safety from Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
