- Description
- Benefits
- Directions
- Recipes
Scotch Pine is native to Europe and Asia. As a Christmas tree, Scotch Pine is one of the most commonly used species in the United States.
Pine Forests are known to be a health-giving environment due to the evaporation of the essential oil from the pine needles. Scotch Pine essential oil has been long used for its cleansing and clearing effects.
Originally, Scotch Pine essential oil was studied and tested by Hippocrates for its respiratory healing effects. Native Americans used Scotch Pine Essential Oil to prevent scurvy.
Scotch Pine possesses warming and antiseptic properties, ideal for inhalation or use in a diffuser to help ease bronchitis, coughs, colds, and flu. To receive full anti-inflammatory benefits, blend together Scotch Pine, Helichrysum, and German Chamomile.
Properties: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Antirheumatic, Antiseptic, Antiviral, Bactericidal, Balsamic, Cholagogue, Decongestant, Deodorant, Disinfectant, Diuretic, Expectorant, Insecticide, Stimulant, Vermifuge
Blends with: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Clary Sage, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Rosemary, Sandalwood, and Tea Tree.
Anti-Inflammatory... Scotch pine essential oil can be used topically to treat irritations due to arthritis and to relieve pain and swelling. In fact, using Scotch Pine essential oil on aching joints is a long-standing folk remedy.
Opens up airways... Thanks to its anti-inflammatory compounds, Scotch Pine essential oil helps open up congested and constricted breathing passageways. It can be a great aid in cases of persistent coughs, and it helps clear up excess mucus that can interfere with breathing.
Natural antiseptic... Thanks to its powerful antibacterial and antiviral compounds, Scotch Pine essential oil helps combat harmful microorganism that can lead to colds and flus as well as various other infections and diseases.
Massage oil for pained joints:
1 oz. Pomegranate Seed Oil
4 drop Scotch Pine Essential Oil
4 drops Yarrow Essential Oil
4 drops Turmeric Essential Oil
Mix all the oils together and use the blend as a massage oil for sore joints and muscles.
Easy breathing recipe:
Scotch Pine Essential Oil
Simply diffuse an equal number of drops of each essential oil in your diffuser.
Energizing blend:
Scotch Pine Essential Oil
Rosemary ct. Cineole Essential Oil
Simply diffuse an equal number of drops of each essential oil in your diffuser.