Balsam Fir
Abies balsamea, 100% essential oil

Botanical name: Abies balsamea
Origin: Canada
Plant part: Needles, twigs. Steam distilled
Chemical family: Monoterpenes 80%, Esters 12.75%, Oxides 3.06%
Main components: δ-3-carene 18.53%, α-pinene 15.4%, bornyl acetate 12.75%
Shelf life: suggested 3 years

Aroma: Middle-top note. Balsamic, resinous, piney, woodsy, fresh

Therapeutic properties:

**Analgesic: pain relieving for pain associated with colds/flu and perfect for topical application to joint pain and inflammation
**Decongestant: very supportive for healthy lung function. Could reduce congestion in lungs, helpful to reduce cold and allergy symptoms such as sneezing and stuffy head
**Antirheumatic: help manage minor joint pain and inflammation                                                          **Anti-spasmodic: reduce muscle spasms
**Rubefacient: promotes blood circulation
**Antimicrobial: aids in killing microorganisms and inhibits growth
**Mucolytic: help rid the body of mucous
**Emotional: stabilizing and uplifting. Warm, comforting as well as a familiar fresh aroma that is supportive emotionally and mentally.

Suggestions: Add to cream, lotions, massage blends for muscle/joint pain, diffuser, nasal inhaler or steam blend.

Safety: If sensitive skin, use in a lower dilution such as 5-6 drops per ounce of carrier oil/lotion/cream

Available in 5ml and 15ml euro dropper bottles. 100% essential oil.
*****This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted, in eyes or mucous membranes. Do not overuse. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body. Consult your doctor or qualified aromatherapist for the safety of using essential oils if pregnant, planning to become pregnant, nursing or if on medications.