Sweet Birch oil

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Betula lenta

Other Names : Betula lenta, Birch Sweet Oil

Special Precautions of Sweet Birch oil

  • Contains methyl salicylate: In pure form, methyl salicylate is harmful, when taken orally. A single teaspoon (5 ml) of methyl salicylate contains approximately 6 g of salicylate, which is equivalent to almost 20 aspirin tablets.
  • Though birch essential oil is non-toxic in standard aromatherapeutic dosages (highly diluted), it is a powerful oil that must always be diluted. It contains methyl salicylate, the active ingredient in aspirin. Do not take birch essential oil internally.
  • Sweet birch oil should not be used near open wounds or mucous membranes. Because the smell is sweet and resembles wintergreen-type candies, it is especially important to keep this, like all essential oils, out of reach of children.
  • Robert Tisserand advises that Sweet Birch is contraindicated with anticoagulant medicines, major surgery, hemophioia, other bleeding disorders. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, children. Salicylate sensitivity, including ADD/ADHD, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Inhibits blood clotting, toxicity issues, high doses may be teratogenic. Maximum dermal level 2.5%. Topical application can potentiate the anticoagulant effect of warfarin, leading to possible internal hemorrhage.

Uses of Sweet Birch oil

  • Massage Oil: Add a drop to your massage oil and rub into fatigued muscles and areas.
  • In the Diffuser: Birch oil added a drop at a time into your diffuser will cut through heavy air and emotions and will leave an aroma atmosphere that promotes mental clarity and cheer.
  • Skin Soothe: Combine birch with helichrysum in a carrier oil for a potent soothing blend.
  • Fatigue Bath: Add a drop or two to a warm bath and enjoy a soothing soak. for general skin health and well being.