Douglas Fir Essential Oil
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Aroma: woodsy, green, piney
Note: Top-middle
Part Used: Needle
Extraction: Steam Distilled
Origin: Canada
The scent of Douglas Fir essential oil can inspire you to take a deep breath and smile. It can promote open feeling airways and calm coughing, which can be a real relief when dealing with a cold or flu. Its cleansing properties can help give the immune system a much needed boost and diffusing it can help purify the air. Many enjoy blending Douglas Fir with other woodsy oils such as Cypress or Juniper Berry to create the feeling of bringing the great outdoors in.
Properties
Antibacterial
Anti-Inflammatory
Antimicrobial
Antispasmodic
Antiviral
Decongestant
Expectorant
Immunostimulant
TOPICALLY:
Apply 1-2 diluted drops on area of concern, pulse points, abdomen, or back
Add several drops to skin or skin care products
AROMATIC:
Add 8-10 drops to a diffuser
Add a drop to palms of hands, cover nose and mouth and inhale
Add to water in spray bottle to spritz in a room or on linens
Inhale scent directly from the bottle, or put a drop on a tissue and inhale
Hypersensitive, diseased or damaged skin, children under 2 years of age.
If pregnant, nursing, taking medication, consult your physician before use. Avoid eyes, mucous membranes, and sensitive skin. Keep out of reach of children.
If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (If it is not already diluted, dilute with a carrier oil).
Store in a covered or dark, airtight container in the refrigerator or cool area for longest shelf life.
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Great oil for muscle soreness and to add to the diffuser around the holidays or really at any time to add a crisp clean scent to your home or office! It mixes well with citrus scents and lavender!