Guide to essential oils

Essential oil of Black spruce

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A powerful tonic, Black Spruce essential oil is highly regarded for its ability to relieve fatigue and tiredness. Black Spruce essential oil is also used for its purifying properties. Stimulating, Black Spruce essential oil is a winter favourite.

How to use

  • Skin application and massage

    Skin application and massage

    Suitable

  • Diffusion

    Diffusion

    Appropriate

  • Aromatherapy bath

    Aromatherapy bath

    Appropriate

  • Cosmetic active ingredient

    Cosmetic active ingredient

    Possible but not recommended

  • Food grade

    Food grade

    Not recommended

Features

Properties

Precautions

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Features

Production process

Complete steam distillation

Part of the plant used

Needles

Botanical name

Picea mariana

Warning

The properties, information and methods of use below are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informative purposes only and in no way constitutes medical guidance. Under no circumstances can this information be used as a substitute for a medical diagnosis, consultation or follow-up, nor can it incur our liability. We recommend that you consult the guide to essential oils before using them, so that you are aware of any precautions that need to be taken. If in doubt, consult a doctor before using essential oils.

Bibliographic references

Franchomme P., Jollois R. et Pénoël D. (2001) L'Aromathérapie exactement. Editions Roger Jollois.

Baudoux D. (2002) L'Aromathérapie - Se soigner par les huiles essentielles. Editions Amyris.

Telphon .T ((2003) ABC des huiles essentielles, Edition Grancher

Willem J.P , Les huiles essentielles, médecine d'avenir, Edition Dauphin

Bosson.L (2011) Ma bible des huiles essentielles, Edition Leduc

Wilson.R (2002) Aromatherapy, Essential oils for vibrant health and beauty, Avery edition

Properties

Black spruce essential oil is traditionally used for: Arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatism, fatigue, exhaustion, 'flu, immunity (stimulates the immune system).

Wellness

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Properties

For health, Black Spruce essential oil is recognised for the following properties:

  • "Hormone-like" effect: cortisone mimetic, stimulant and tonic effect.

  • Anti-infectious, anti-mycotic, anti-parasitic, airborne antiseptic, thanks to its monoterpene content

  • Anti-spasmodic, cough suppressant

  • Anti-inflammatory

Uses

It is traditionally used to improve the following conditions:

  • Weakened immune system

  • Bronchitis, catarrh (blocked nose), sinusitis

  • Inflammatory prostatitis, andropause

  • Rheumatism, osteoarthritis

  • Solar plexus spasms

  • Hyperthyroidism

  • Skin and intestinal parasites

  • Adrenal gland fatigue

In practice

Soothing: Mix with other essential oils in your oil blend and apply locally by massaging or rubbing into the affected area.

Precautions

  • Do not use in pregnant or breastfeeding women or in children under 6 years old. "Cortison-like" action, stimulating the adrenal glands, the thyroid and slightly the pituitary gland.

  • Seek medical advice in case of related medical conditions.

  • External use only. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

  • Some natural compounds contained in this essential oil may present a risk of allergy for certain sensitive individuals when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic preparation.

  • Old or oxidised essential oils should be avoided.

  • Store protected from light and air.

  • As a general rule, always perform an application test of your preparation in the crease of the elbow at least 48 hours before use.

  • For use as a cosmetic ingredient, please refer to the specific precautions.

Find out more

The origin of its name comes from the Latin "spina", meaning thorn. It was part of the medicine and spiritual practices of the North American Indians.

The essential oil comes from the needles of the Black Spruce tree, traditionally used to cleanse the respiratory tract, but it also recharges the batteries, providing vitality and energy when you're feeling very tired!

This essential oil, which I didn't know, helped me get rid of a viral episode after using clove oil of cloves.

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Emmanuelle

I use it with other oils against the flu and I feel better

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Monique

Products as described and fast delivery.

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Equivalents

Essential Oils

1 ml = approximately 35 drops (with our Aroma-Zone dropper caps)

Carrier Oils

1 pump (Aroma-Zone aluminium pump) = approx. 0.15 ml

Mass / Volume conversion (for a liquid)

Mass (g) = Density x Volume (ml) at 20°C

Further information

1 full teaspoon = between 3 and 4.5 ml

1 full tablespoon = between 7.5 and 10 ml


However, these spoon ratios depend on a number of factors (e.g. viscosity of the liquid, temperature, depth and size of the spoon, rheological behaviour of the liquid), and we strongly advise you to use precise measuring equipment, such as graduated test tubes, graduated pipettes, and precision scales.

Aromatherapy recipes from the bibliography

EO = Essential Oil VO = Carrier Oil or Macerated Oil

Mental fatigue / lack of energy / lack of interest (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingLow energy, fatigue

  • Exotic Basil essential oil - 1 ml

  • Black Spruce essential oil - 1 ml

  • Peppermint essential oil - 1 ml

Use: 3 drops of the mixture on the solar plexus morning and noon.

Immune suppression (J-P. Willem)

Health & wellbeingLow energy, fatigue

  • Black Spruce essential oil: 3 drops

  • Mountain Savory essential oil: 3 drops

  • Hazelnut carrier oil for dilution

Use: Apply over each adrenal gland (above the kidney) as soon as you get up.

Adrenal gland fatigue (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingLow energy, fatigue

  • Black Spruce essential oil 1.5 ml

  • Ravintsara essential oil 1.5 ml

  • Scots Pine essentil oil 1 ml

Directions for use: 3 drops of the mixture applied locally to the kidneys twice a day Aroma-Zone Note: Dilute this mixture in a little carrier oil before application.

Arthritis (P. Franchomme)

Health & wellbeingMuscles and joints

Applied to the skin to mimic cortisone, to be combined with an anti-inflammatory treatment:

  • Pinus sylvestris essential oil (Scots Pine): 5 ml

  • Picea mariana essential oil (Black Spruce): 5 ml

  • Hazelnut oil: 20 ml or more

Directions for use: 1 to 2 applications per day on the dorsal-lumbar area (adrenal area) for 20 days.

Nervousness mix (R. Wilson)

Health & wellbeingNerve pain and disorders

  • 1/8 ounce (≈ 3.5 g) Jojoba Oil

  • 4 drops of Clary sage essential oil

  • 3 drops Black Spruce essential oil

  • 2 drops Laurel essential oil

  • 1 drop Benzoin Oleoresin or absolute

Method: Mix the essential oils in the carrier oil. Directions for use: Wear as a fragrance or inhale directly from the bottle when needed.

Physical fatigue in adults (D. Baudoux)

Health & wellbeingLow energy, fatigue

  • Black pepper essential oil: 1 ml

  • Black spruce essential oil: 2 ml

  • Scots pine essential oil: 2 ml

  • Peppermint essential oil: 1 ml

  • Balsam fir essential oil: 1 ml

Use: 4 drops of the mixture applied to the lower back (level with the kidneys) morning and noon for one week Aroma-Zone note: Dilute this mixture in a little carrier oil before application.