Pine Long Leaf Essential Oil

Active Ingredient:  Camphene: 22.96%, Bornyl acetate: 27.70%

Botanical Name: Pinus Pinaster

Plant Part: Needles

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Origin: Hungary

Description: This evergreen tree can grow up to 40 meters (130 feet) and has a flat crown. The bark is a reddish-brown that is deeply fissured with needle-like gray-green leaves that grow in pairs, orange-yellow flowers, and pointed brown cones.

Color: Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Common Uses: Pine Long Leaf Essential Oil has antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties and can be used in the treatment of arthritis, joint and muscle aches, gout and rheumatism. It is specifically indicated for respiratory problems and said to be useful in cases of intestinal disturbances, inflamed gall bladder, urinary tract infections, and chronic cystitis. Aromatherapists credit Pine Long Leaf Oil with being refreshing, invigorating, stimulating, strengthening, and very popular in an aromatherapy bath to revive tired muscles.

Consistency: Thin

Note: Top

Strength of Aroma: Strong

Strength of Aroma: Strong

Blends well with:  Citronella, Clary Sage, Coriander, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Juniper, Lavender, Myrrh, Rosemary, Spikenard, and Tea Tree. 

Aromatic Scent: Pine Long Leaf Essential Oil has a woody, turpentine - like, sweet resinous, fresh, pine evergreen scent. It is often viewed as representing the smell of Northern forests.

History: Pine Oil has a long history of use in the sauna, steam bath, and as an additive to baths and massage products targeting sore muscles and strengthening the system.