Botanical Name: Betula lenta

Plant Part: Bark

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Origin: Russia

Description: The Birch tree is a graceful tree about 25m high, which has a pyramidal shape while young. It has bright green leaves and a dark reddish-brown aromatic bark, which his broken into plates or patches. Native to southern Canada and southeastern USA; it now grows also in Russia and parts of Eastern Europe.

Color: Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Common Uses: Birch Sweet is credited with being an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-pryetic, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, astringent, depurative, diuretic, and tonic. It is an effective addition to massage oil blends for sore muscles, sprains and painful joints because of its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Consistency: Thin

Note: Top

Strength of Aroma: Strong

Blends well with: Virginian Cedarwood, Fir Balsam, Sandalwood and Spruce

Aromatic Scent: Birch Sweet has a sweet, sharp, camphoraceous scent that is very fresh and similar to Wintergreen.

History: Birch bark was historically used by North American native people as a tonic and beverage to bring on a sweat and to induce heating.

CAUTION: Birch Sweet Oil is potentially toxic and may cause skin irritation. Use in dilution and avoid during pregnancy.