Strongly antispasmodic, both for intestinal (colitis, cramps) nervous and muscular system, Siberian Fir essential oil fir is effective against anxiety, oppression, nervous spasms, palpitations, and also to fight against tired. Decongestant for the respiratory tracts, fluidifying phlegm, it facilitates the evacuation of mucus and treats various coughs and bronchitis. It is an excellent air and household disinfectant.
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Siberian Pine
Abies sibirica
The Siberian fir (Abies sibirica) is a large tree in the Pinaceae family. Native to Siberia, it is the most widespread species of fir in Russia. It can grow to a height of 20 to 35 metres. Its trunk measures up to 1 metre in diameter. It grows at an altitude of around 2000 metres on permanently frozen ground. It lives up to 200 years.
Main aromatic molecules: Monoterpenes (α-pinene, camphene, limonene), terpene esters (bornyl acetate).
Family: Pinaceae.
Producing organs: needles.
Yield: 500 g of essential oil for 100 kg of plants.
Equivalence: 1 ml -> 32 drops (Dosage calculated for a dropper calibrated according to the European Pharmacopoeia).
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Bath
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Skin application
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Oral route
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Respiratory route
Main properties
Recipes
Intestinal pain and spasms
Massage the belly (clockwise) with 5 drops of Siberian Fir essential oil diluted in 1 teaspoon of macadamia vegetable oil, morning, noon and night or at the time of pain, during 3 to 7 days. In children, proceed in the same way but with 2 drops only.
Air purification
Diffuse 10 to 20 drops of Siberian fir essential oil, 3 times a day, for 15 minutes.
Muscle contractures
Massage the painful area with 5 drops of Siberian fir essential oil diluted in 1 tablespoon of calophyll oil for 8 to 10 days.
Always seek advise from your pharmacist or GP.
Massage the belly (clockwise) with 5 drops of Siberian Fir essential oil diluted in 1 teaspoon of macadamia vegetable oil, morning, noon and night or at the time of pain, during 3 to 7 days. In children, proceed in the same way but with 2 drops only.
Air purification
Diffuse 10 to 20 drops of Siberian fir essential oil, 3 times a day, for 15 minutes.
Muscle contractures
Massage the painful area with 5 drops of Siberian fir essential oil diluted in 1 tablespoon of calophyll oil for 8 to 10 days.
Always seek advise from your pharmacist or GP.
Precautions for use
Siberian Fir essential oil must imperatively be diluted before being applied to the skin (same amount of essential and plant oil)
Do not use :
in the pregnant or breastfeeding woman
in children under 7 years
in the person allergic to any of the components
in asthmatics without the advice of an allergist
in people with renal insufficiency or a history of renal fragility
in the epileptic people or people with a history of convulsive disorders
Do not use :
in the pregnant or breastfeeding woman
in children under 7 years
in the person allergic to any of the components
in asthmatics without the advice of an allergist
in people with renal insufficiency or a history of renal fragility
in the epileptic people or people with a history of convulsive disorders
AROMATHERAPIA
Extracts from the book 'Aromatherapia - All about essential oils', by Isabelle Pacchioni, watercolors by Patrick MORIN, Aroma Thera Editions . Extracts from the book '41 essential oils essential for treating yourself differently' and '48 essential oils which every home needs to be healthy' by Isabelle Delaleu and Isabelle Pacchioni, Publications of the Mandadori France group. Botanical illustrations by Agathe Haevermans.
The properties, benefits and method of use are given for information; they cannot in any case constitute or replace medical information that only health professionals can provide. For any use of essential oils for therapeutic purposes, please consult your GP or pharmacist.
The properties, benefits and method of use are given for information; they cannot in any case constitute or replace medical information that only health professionals can provide. For any use of essential oils for therapeutic purposes, please consult your GP or pharmacist.
