Siberian Fir Abies sibirica
Specifics
| Country of Origin: Siberia | Extraction Method: |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenes, Esters | Plant Part: Cones, Needles |
| Aromas: Balsamic, Fresh, Piney, Woodsy | Cultivation: Plant was Wild Crafted |
About
Siberian Fir (also called Pine) is great in a steam to clear the sinuses. It blends well with Eucalyptus and Tea Tree and steaming is the best way I know to cut off a cold before it sets in. Try doing several steams a day for a few days until all signs of the cold are gone. At the same time, use the Protective Room Diffuser Blend (recipe below) several times a day.
Siberian Fir is great for the pain of chronic arthritis or rheumatism. It’s especially effective when combined with other oils that are high in anti-inflammatory, circulatory, and analgesic components such as German Chamomile, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Helichrysum, and Rosemary. The oil is great for aches and pains in general, and penetrates the skin quickly. Siberian Fir is great to add to cleaning products.
Siberian Fir is great for the pain of chronic arthritis or rheumatism. It’s especially effective when combined with other oils that are high in anti-inflammatory, circulatory, and analgesic components such as German Chamomile, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Helichrysum, and Rosemary. The oil is great for aches and pains in general, and penetrates the skin quickly. Siberian Fir is great to add to cleaning products.
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Therapeutic Properties
- Anti-inflammatory - alleviates inflammation
- Anti rheumatic - prevents and/or relieves rheumatic pain and swelling due to the oils rubifacient effect
- Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
- Antiseptic, deodorant - removes unpleasant odors
- Decongestant - reduces nasal mucus production and swelling
- Rubifacient - increases local blood circulation by causing minor skin irritation, vasodilation and local analgesic effect
- Warming
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Promotes strong self-image and identityEmotionally vitalizing
Invites forgiveness and self-acceptance
Increases positive energy
Recipe
Protective Room Diffuser Blend10 drops Siberian Fir
10 drops Juniper
10 drops Cypress
20 drops Cedarwood (Atlas cedarwood or Juniperus virginiana)
Add to your diffuser. For a candle diffuser, use 5-8 drops. For an electric diffuser, you can use the whole blend.
References:
1. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
Safety Issues
If sensitive, may cause skin irritation. In this case, use in low dilution (5-6 drops per ounce of carrier) when applying to the skin, such as in bath or massage oils.
