Fir Douglas

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(Pseudotsuga menziesii)
Traditionally used to support healthy immune response, breathing, minor muscle and joint aches and pains and soothes nervous tension.

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Fir Douglas
Pseudotsuga menziesii

Plant Origin: Argentina, wild crafted
Method: Steam distilled from needles
Cultivation: Unsprayed (grown organically but not certified)
Chemical Family: Monoterpene
Aroma: Fresh, sweet, piney, coniferous
Note (Evaporation Rate): Middle

Key Constituents from GC/MS Analysis: Lot #107
beta pinene 34.59%
alpha pinene 12.58%
sabinene 7.52%
terpinenolene 11.33%
3-carene 3.63%
terpinen-4-ol 3.67%
limonene 2.37%

Safety Information
Children: Suitable

Pregnancy/Breastfeeding: Suitable

Therapeutic Uses
Douglas Fir essential oil may support, aid, ease, soothe, reduce, calm, relax, promote and/or maintain healthy function of the following:
Astringent
Colitis
Congestion
Cystitis (bladder infection)
Diarrhea
Fungus
Infection
Joints
Mucus
Muscles
Osteoporosis
Respiratory
Sinus
Spasms
Tumor
Virus

Hopewell Essential Oil Blends containing Douglas Fir
Ancient Shield
Tendon Ease

Note about Douglas Fir
We have found that the younger the biomass material distilled with less twigs vs needles, we see a higher beta pinene content. While the percentages may vary quite a bit due to geographic location and seasonal variation, we endeavor to source the better Douglas Fir essentail oil which has the higher beta pinene content.

Application Suggestions (See Essential Oil Usage for more information and a Dilution Chart.)
Topical: Dilute with a carrier oil, unscented lotion or unscented cream and apply on area of concern or as desired. Consider using a roll-on applicator for ease of application of prediluted oil.

Since Douglas Fir does not have a limiting dilution parameter, we suggest that adults follow the General Guidelines found on the Dilution Chart, which is:

2-3% for daily application

Up to 25% for short-term use

Children: For infants and children, please follow the Dilution Chart on the Babies and Children page.

Inhalation: Diffuse or use with a nasal inhaler.

Internal: Douglas Fir is suitable for internal use within safe parameters if such use is deemed appropriate, but caution is advised with oral use by Franchomme and Penoel (2001, page 347 - noted by Price page 386). We feel that internal use is rarely *needed* and should only be used with respect for how concentrated the oils are. HEO does not advocate internal use of essential oils without appropriate knowledge and understanding of how to administer, for what purpose, how much, which essential oils, safety concerns and so on. In our experience, essential oils are generally more effective used topically with proper dilution or inhaled. Kurt Schnaubelt Ph.D. notes that "French aromatherapy literature contains many references to using oils orally." He goes on to note that "generally 1 drop is always enough when ingesting essential oils." A potential toxicity hazard could occur when untrained people use essential oils orally and ingest too much. Keep in mind that while medical doctors or health care practitioners may prescribe essential oils for internal use, they are trained and experienced in the safe application of essential oils. It is not a matter of using "French" or "British" methods, it's a matter of experience and appropriate application.
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Safety
Douglas Fir is considered non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing. Patch tested on 25 voluteers at 8% with no reaction.

Avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas. Essential oils are both lipophilic and hydrophobic. Lipophilic means they are attracted to fat— like the membranes of your eyes and skin. They are also hydrophobic, meaning they do not like water. Applying a carrier oil will create another fat for the essential oil to be attracted to other than the membranes of the eyes or skin. Tisserand suggests: "With essential oils, fatty oil has been suggested as an appropriate first aid treatment, though the advantage of saline [eyewash] is that the eyes can be continually flushed, and this is less easy with fatty oil.” We are not aware of a case where essential oil in the eyes caused permanent injury or long-term discomfort, but if you feel concerned, please call your health care provider.

References
Price, Shirley and Len, Aromatherapy for Health Professionals, Fourth Edition, Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, 2012, page 286.
Purchon, Nerys; Cantele, Lora, Complete Aromatherapy and Essential Oils Handbook for Everyday Wellness, 2014, page 57.
Tisserand, Robert; Young, Rodney (2013-12-02). Essential Oil Safety: A Guide for Health Care Professionals, Elsevier Health Sciences UK 2nd Edition 2014, page 281-282.

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