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Posted on 2nd Dec 2015
Naturally, Fir Balsam is a scent that most people associate with Christmas time. And while the scent of Fir Balsam is especially intoxicating during the Christmas season, it is also a very versatile essential oil which is great to keep on-hand for year-round use.
BENEFITS
Fir Balsam essential oil is used for grounding and balancing, while stimulating to the mind and relaxing to the body. It can support many body systems including the metabolism and respiratory system (particularly supportive to the lungs, sinuses and throat). It can help to support the immune system, and has an ORAC score of 20,500 µTE/100 g, which can help protect against free radical damage. It is also supportive to the urinary system and hematologic (blood) system and is commonly used to ease sore muscles and joints related to daily living activities.
When used in any of our diffusers, Fir Balsam has the real power to purify the air and the soul with its disinfecting and calming properties.
And we can’t forget about the benefits Fir Balsam has on the skin to protect it, and help it retain its natural glow. The astringent properties of this oil is effective in treating acne, injuries, infections, sores, wounds, cuts, mild allergies, insect bites etc. The anti oxidant properties of balsam fir essential oil fights against the free radicals and premature aging.
Just mix 2 drops of balsam fir essential oil with 1 ml of Color Earth’s Wildcrafted Grapeseed Oil and apply it on the affected areas in circular movements. Balsam fir essential oil is often recommended by dermatologists and Alternative medicine experts in the treatment of psoriasis, itching, pimples, eczema, skin diseases, poor skin, scabies and sores. This is mainly due to the presence of antiviral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and antiseptic properties of this oil.
SOURCE
Color Earth’s Fir Balsam is wildcrafted in nature to ensure purity from pollution, herbicides and pesticides. Because Abies siberica, or balsam fir, is a North American fir, this oil is sourced in the USA by steam distillation.
Once the essential oil is extracted from the needles, cones and young twigs (most nutrient-dense parts of the tree), it can be used for a wide variety of applications. The presence of tricyclene, a-pinene, borneol, limonene, acetate, and myrcene give this essential oil its impressive health benefits.
SCENT & COMPLIMENTS
The scent of balsam fir essential oil is not overpowering, and is considered more of a middle note essential oil. In terms of aromatherapy or topical application, balsam fir essential oil blends well with lemon, orange, frankincense, and clary sage. We especially love this oil with Color Earth’s Sweet Orange, organic essential oil.
If any of these healthy benefits sound good to you, and you enjoy the smell of fresh fir trees, then you should definitely give this oil a try today.
Sources: Organic Facts, essentialoilsinformer.com
