Pine


 

Pine Essential Oil (Pinus Sylvestris)


 The numerous health benefits of pine essential oil have made it one of the most important essential oils used in aromatherapy. Pine essential oil blends well with many other oils including cedarwood, rosemary, lavandin, sage, labdanum, juniper, etc., and hence can be widely used in making numerous aromatherapy preparations.

Pine essential oil is the oil obtained from the tree commonly known as pine and having the Latin name pinus sylvestris. It is believed that this tree has originated from Austria and Russia and then spread in different parts of the world. If you are yet to know which tree we are talking about, you must have seen it being used as Christmas tree.

The health benefits of pine essential oil are attributed to its antibacterial, analgesic, diuretic, energizing, antiseptic, and aromatic properties.

Given below are some health benefits of pine essential oil:

Skin Care: The most important health benefit of pine essential oil is in treating various skin problems. Dermatologists often prescribe the oil in treating psoriasis, itching, pimples, eczema, skin diseases, poor skin, scabies, sores, and fleas. It gives you a balanced, smooth, renewed and shinny skin.
Cosmetics: Pine essential oil also has a mesmerizing essence and hence gives a sweet aroma to the cosmetics it is used in. It is also used in making perfumes and scents. It is also used in removing lice from hair. Pine essential oil is widely used as massage oil and bath oil. Hence it is used in soap making.
Metabolism: Pine essential oil also increases metabolism and thus boosts your activity levels. It is also helpful in purifying the body due to its ability to treat intestinal problems. It is diuretic and helps in removing water from your body. It is also used in case of food poisoning.
Pain: Pine essential oil is analgesic and hence it is a good remedy for people suffering from joint pain, arthritis, and rheumatism.
Stress Disorder: The health benefits of pine oil also include some emotional benefits. It gives an energizing feeling and hence it is effective in removing mental stress. It is also used as a medicine for removing adrenal fatigue and refreshes your spirits as it is an excellent mood elevator. Regular massage with pine essential oil gives you mental clarity. It removes anxiety and nervous tension, and is useful for people suffering from loss of concentration and loss of memory.
Infections: Pine oil is a natural remedy for various infections including Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) due to its antibacterial properties.
Injuries: Pine essential oil is antiseptic and hence it is used in treating boils, cuts, sports injuries, and athletes foot.
Respiratory Problems: It is very helpful in curing respiratory problems and hence it is used in making cough and cold preparations.
Pine essential oil is effective in reducing the inflammation of gall bladder and incidence of gallstones. Pine oil is also added in many household products due to its aroma. These include room sprays, volatile liquids and room fresheners.

Internal consumption of pine essential oil can be dangerous as there is a possibility of kidney damage. It should also not be given to people who are suffering from kidney disorders. Further, pine essential oil can cause irritations on highly sensitive skin. Hence it must be used in diluted form. Children and elderly people should not be given pine essential oil as it may cause hypertension.


Disclaimer: The information presented herein  is intended for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent disease. Individual results may vary, and before using any supplements, it is always advisable to consult with your own health care provider.

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