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Other Names : Betula lenta, Birch Sweet Oil | Other Names : Betula lenta, Birch Sweet Oil | ||
==Special Precautions of Sweet Birch 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. | * 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. | * 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. |
Latest revision as of 10:56, 20 November 2016
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.