Black Spruce essential oil is used in aromatherapy as a nerve tonic as well as to help relieve joint and muscle pain associated with sprains, strains, and rheumatoid arthritis. BOTANICAL NAME Picea mariana PART OF EXTRACTED PLANT Needle ORIGIN Canada (Quebec) CULTURE Organic, certified by ECOCERT® SACHEMOTYPE BORNYL ACETATE OTHER NAME Black Spruce, Black Fir EXTRACTION METHOD Steam distillation ODOR Fresh, resinous, and balsamic COLOR Colorless to yellow
Topical (Adults) Mix 1 to 2 drops in 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) of vegetable oil; apply to the affected area 3 times daily. Inhalation (Nervous System) Add 4 to 12 drops to a bowl of boiling water or a diffuser. Inhale slowly for 5-10 minutes.