Birch Essential Oil (Sweet) (Betula lenta) 1/2 ounce

Sweet Birch’s aroma is sweet, spicy and minty, a wintergreen chewing gum odor, this is a powerful oil which could irritate sensitive skin. Has an invigorating, even rousing effect on the spirits. Medicinal use of White Birch: Dilute with a carrier oil. Anti-inflammatory, cholagogue, diaphoretic. The bark is diuretic and laxative. The inner bark is bitter and astringent, it is used in treating intermittent fevers. An oil obtained from the inner bark is astringent and is used in the treatment of various skin afflictions, especially eczema and psoriasis. Stimulates the sweat glands aiding the body in releasing harmful toxins, can be used as a diuretic for water retention and edema, increases the flow of urine and its diuretic properties could also help with obesity and cellulitis. This oil is useful in a massage for rheumatism and muscle pain since it eliminates accumulation of uric acid in the joints. Dilute with a carrier oil. Blends well with chamomile, frankincense, lemon and cajeput. It's used as a flavor for gum and toothpaste.