Birch Essential Oil

Birch essential oil, (Betula lenta) also known as sweet birch oil by dis natuurlik. is imported from Russia, the oil is made by steam distilling the bark of the tree which produces a thin, yellow pure essential oil, that smells balsamic, woody & minty, bottled locally in South Africa.

Birch essential oil works well in aromatherapy blends with other essential oils like: Basil, Pine Needle, Frankincense, Lemon, Roman Chamomile & Wintergreen.

This oil also has 10 potent health benefits, read the rest of this essential oil profile below for a comprehensive look at this amazing oil and its uses.

Use caution when using this oil, all essential oils should be diluted before using topically.

Available in the following sizes: 20ml, 50ml, 100ml, 500ml, 1L, 5L, 20L, 25L

Packaged in either Glass or HDPE containers, you can expect a shelf life of 7 years.*

This Birch essential oil is part of the dis natuurlik. Essential Oil Collection

10 Benefits of Birch Essential Oil:

• Powerful antiseptic and bactericide properties.
• Soothes sore and fatigued muscles and alleviates pain in joints.
• Helpful for bone, muscle, and joint discomfort as well due to its anti-inflammatory properties.
• Diuretic, astringent, antispasmodic, and antiseptic properties make this an extremely versatile oil.
• Used in skin and hair care for treatment of dermatitis, dull or congested skin, eczema & psoriasis.
• Beneficial for diabetics as the oil naturally lowers blood sugar levels & removes toxins from the body all while purifying the blood.
• Excellent when used in skincare products as a tonic as it reduces wrinkles and tightens saggy skin, plumping and firming, reducing the signs of premature ageing.
• A stimulating and uplifting effect that promotes relaxation.
• Helps relieve arthritis pain and reduces inflammation.
• A natural stimulant that excites the excretory, digestive, circulatory, and nervous systems.

5 Easy Birch Essential Oil Uses:

• Diffuse the oil to help you to focus while studying or reading
• Add 1-2 drops of this oil to your daily moisturiser or skin toner.
• Blend 1-2 drops of this oil with a carrier oil of your choice to make a refreshing after workout warming massage oil.
• Birch forest diffuser blend, 2 drops birch, 2 drops sweet orange, 1 drop Indian sandalwood essential oil.
• Forest breeze diffuser blend, 4 drops juniper berry, 3 drops black pepper, 3 drops pine needle, 2 drops birch essential oils.

Birch Essential Oil Usage Instructions:

• Diffusion: Use five to six drops in a diffuser/ oil burner of your choice.
• Topical use: Apply this oil to your skin by mixing no more than 4-5 drops of this oil for every 5ml of body lotion or carrier oil. (Always dilute essential oils with a carrier oil to minimise any skin sensitivity.)
• Essential oil perfume: Add 80 drops of carrier oil to an amber bottle (50ml+), With a dropper, add in 10 drops of essential oils that contain base notes, followed by 5 drops of headnotes, and 5 drops of heart notes, seal the bottle and shake well, label and store in a cool dark place.

Birch Essential Oil Properties:

Ingredient:

Pure Birch Essential Oil

Botanical name:

Betula Lenta

Botanical family:

Betulaceae

Quality grade:

Therapeutic Grade

Main Usage:

Aromatherapy & Natural perfumery

Main chemical constituents:

Methyl salicylate

Country of origin & Cultivation method:

Wild Harvested in the forests of Russia

Extraction method & Plant part:

Steam distillation of the Bark

Perfumery notes & fragrance profile / aromas:

Top note, Sharp, Sweet, Balsamic, Minty, Woody

Birch Essential Oil blends well with the following oils:

Basil, Bergamot, Cajeput, Cedarwood, Pine Needle, Frankincense, French Lavender, German Chamomile, Indian Sandalwood, Juniper Berry, Lemon, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Peppermint, Pine Needle, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary, Wintergreen

Safety & Warnings:

• A skin test is recommended prior to use.
• Dilute with a suitable carrier oil before using topically to lower the risk of skin sensitisation and or irritation.
• Skin sensitivity in rare cases.
• Do not use near broken skin or internally
• Do not use if you have GERD or ADD/ADHD
• Avoid if you have epilepsy or Parkinson's disease
• Do not ingest
• Avoid if you  have haemophilia or another blood disorder
• Keep out of reach of children & do not use on children under the age of 12
• Avoid if pregnant or Nursing or have had or are having major surgery
• Avoid contact with your eyes, inner ears and sensitive areas.

Birch Essential Oil Product Specifications & Options:

Quality Grade:

Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil (A-Grade)

Available in the following sizes:

20ml, 50ml, 100ml, 500ml, 1L, 5L, 20L, 25L

Wholesale Birch Essential Oil:

Available in various 20ml wholesale pack sizes, suitable for Resellers:

5 Units, 25 Units and 50 units+

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Bulk Birch Essential Oil:

Available in various bulk sizes, suitable for Manufacturers:

50ml, 100ml, 500ml, 1L, 5L, 20L & 25L 

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Packaging types:

Glass dropper bottle for (20ml, 50ml, 100ml)

Glass Bottle for (500ml)

Plastic HDPE jerry can for (1L, 5L, 20L, 25L)

Shelf Life:

Up to 7 years shelf life, if proper storage instructions are followed.

Please refer to the packaging labels for expiry dates.

Storage Instructions:

* Pure Essential oils like this Birch essential oil should be kept in a cool (below 22°C) dark place (no sunlight) to maintain freshness & to obtain maximum shelf life.