What is Idaho balsam fir essential oil good for?

Traditionally used for muscular aches and pains, the warm aroma of balsam fir soothes and rejuvenates body and mind. Known for supporting respiratory function,* this herbaceous oil can be diffused for aromatherapy or diluted with a carrier oil for topical application.

What oil is similar to balsam fir?

What Essential Oils Blend Well with Balsam Fir Oil? The aroma of Balsam Fir essential oil pairs well with other wintery aromas Clove Bud oil, Douglas Fir oil, Siberian Fir oil, and Frankincense oil.

Are Edens Garden essential oils pure?

Yes, we are proud to offer the highest quality essential oils available. We really cannot overstate our love for purity and quality. At Edens Garden, our oils are rigorously tested and meet the highest standards possible. All of our oils are 100% pure therapeutic grade.

Is there a balsam essential oil?

Today, the essential oil from balsam fir needles is used as an anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, expectant, and to reduce anxiety and promote sleep. A few drops of balsam fir essential oil added to a hot shower or diffuser will act as a decongestant—serving up immediate relief from a head cold.

Is balsam fir essential oil safe?

Balsam Fir essential oil “serves as a ‘pine and spruce’ fragrance in fresh-balsamic ‘fir-needle’ blends, Christmas-tree odors, fougères, air-fresheners, disinfectants, detergents, household cleaners, etc.” Safety Considerations: None known; skin sensitization if oxidized. Dilute before using.

Is balsam fir oil toxic?

Toxicity tests show that balsam fir oil is not expected to be harmful to living organisms or the environment.

Is balsam fir essential oil safe for skin?

Safety Considerations: None known; skin sensitization if oxidized. Dilute before using. A patch test should be performed before use for those with sensitive skin.

Where does fir balsam essential oil come from?

Fir Balsam has a mild, grassy and well-rounded aroma. It has a slightly tart note to it as well. All four essential oils are extracted through steam distillation. Fir Needle essential oil originates from Russia and is extracted from the needles.

What are the different types of fir essential oil?

The tree’s foresty aroma defines the holidays. At Edens Garden, we offer four different varieties of fir essential oil: Fir Needle, Silver Fir and Fir Balsam. Douglas Fir is also included for its name, though it is not technically a true fir.

What’s the difference between silver fir and fir balsam?

When looking for a more woody aroma, Silver Fir is the obvious choice. It is reminiscent of pencil shavings with peppery and dry notes. Fir Balsam has a mild, grassy and well-rounded aroma. It has a slightly tart note to it as well. All four essential oils are extracted through steam distillation.

Where does silver fir essential oil come from?

Originating in Austria, Silver Fir essential oil is also extracted from the needles. In Canada, Fir Balsam essential oil is captured from the needles and twigs. Douglas Fir is not a true fir in the sense that it does not come from the Abies family, but its aroma and uses are quite similar to other firs.