Birch Essential Oil Sweet

BOTANICAL / INCI  NAME

Betula Lenta Bark Oil.

EXTRACTION  METHOD

Betula Lenta Bark Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the bark of the Sweet Birch, Betula lenta L., Betulaceae.

SUGGESTED USE & BENEFITS

Birch essential oil (Betula lenta) is a rare and hard to produce oil created from the steam distillation of the bark of the tree. It is native to southern Canada and the north-eastern USA but also grows in Russia and parts of Eastern Europe.

Native Americans used birch leaves and dried bark as a tea to relieve aches and pains, cramps, colds, congestions, fevers.

Benefits and Common Uses

Russians have used birch leaves in steam baths since recorded history.

• Frequently used in massage therapy and to support muscles and joints
• Supports the circulatory system
• Supports respiratory function
• Beneficial for oily skin conditions
• Stimulating aroma promotes feelings of strength, warmth, and vitality

BLENDS WELL WITH

Citrus oils, Cedarwood, Sandalwood and Rosewood

PRECAUTIONS

• Birch essential oil is very strong and should be used with caution.
• Always dilute your birch oil thoroughly with a carrier oil. Do not apply it neatly.
• Perform a patch test before going ahead with a larger quantity.
• Pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers should avoid birch essential oil.
• Birch essential oil is not considered safe for children under the age of 12 because of its high salicylate levels.
• Do not ingest birch essential oil.
• It may interact with blood-thinning medication, anticoagulant medication, and aspirin.