Balsam Fir Essential Oil

Organoleptic properties

• Appearance: clear runny liquid

• Colour: pale yellow

• Odour: balsamic, resinous, fresh and sweet

Density

0.940–0.965

Flash point

43°C

Storage

Essential oils are sensitive to UV radiation and to the gradual evaporation of their volatile constituents. It is therefore essential to store your essential oils in a dark glass or aluminium bottle with a tightly fitting cap, at a temperature between 5°C and 40°C (41°F and 104°F).

Precautions

• Not recommended during the first three months of pregnancy.

• Can be irritating in its pure form; always use diluted (max 20%) on the skin. Keep out of reach of children.

• Avoid contact with eyes.

• Certain natural compounds in this essential oil may pose an allergy risk for sensitive individuals when the oil is used in cosmetic formulations (according to the 7th Amendment to the European Cosmetics Directive (2003/15/EC)): limonene.

• As a general rule, always carry out a patch test on the inside of the elbow at least 48 hours before use.