Spruce Oil

Spruce oil is used for relieving the effects of chronic joint and muscular aches. In aromatherapy, spruce oil is used to pacify the effects of stress and helps you to relax. The oil is also extensively used in perfumes, soaps and other toiletries.

There are two varieties of the oil, available in the market, black spruce oil and white spruce oil. The former is characterized by a stronger aroma than the white spruce oil. The aroma reminds you of the scent of Christmas and has a natural "uplifting"effect on your spirits. White spruce oil is characterized by a woody forest smell that has a soothing effect on your nerves.

Both black and white spruce oil are steam distilled from the needles and twigs of spruce trees. Black spruce oil is extracted from the Canadian black spruce trees or Picea Mariaana. The "white" variety is extracted from the Tsuga canadensis.

Uses of Spruce Oil

• Massage with spruce oil (white or black) to relieve rheumatic, arthritic, other joint and muscular aches. The massage helps in stimulating circulation, which has far reaching beneficial effects on such conditions.
• The oil (black or white) is also used for the treatment of respiratory conditions like asthma and bronchitis.
• Spruce oil, especially white spruce oil is used in perfumes, room fresheners, soaps and other bath accessories.
• The oil is very effective in alleviating the symptoms of cold and flu.

Tips for using Spruce Oil

• The use of spruce oil should be discontinued during pregnancy.
• It is suggested that you do not use the oil on infants and children.
• Always use spruce oil in dilution, direct application on skin is not recommended.
• The oil blends well with cedarwood and pine essential oils.

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