Wild Black Spruce Essential Oil

Wild Black Spruce
Picea mariana

Source: Needles & Twigs
Origin: Canada
Energetics: Yang
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Scent: Fresh, woody, and reminiscent of a pine forest after rainfall.
Blends Well With: Cedarwood, Pine, Fir, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon, Bergamot and Frankincense.

Harvested and distilled in Canada from trees thriving in their native habitats, ensuring they remain untouched by pesticides, herbicides, or synthetic fertilizers.

About

Wild Black Spruce essential oil, extracted from the needles and branches of the Picea mariana tree, offers a refreshing and grounding aroma reminiscent of a tranquil forest setting. This oil is prized for its therapeutic benefits, including its ability to promote relaxation, ease stress, and uplift mood. With its rich, woody scent, Wild Black Spruce oil creates an invigorating atmosphere that revitalises the senses and fosters a sense of connection to nature. It is also valued for its respiratory support properties, helping to clear congestion and promote clear breathing. Whether diffused, applied topically, or used in massage blends, Wild Black Spruce essential oil offers a rejuvenating experience that enhances overall well-being and brings the essence of the forest into your daily life.

Ayurvedic Uses

In Ayurveda, Wild Black Spruce essential oil, known as "Rakta Chiraka Taila," is commonly used to balance the "Vata" and "Kapha" doshas due to its grounding and warming effects on the mind and body. Wild Black Spruce essential oil is traditionally employed to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance mental clarity. Its aroma is believed to evoke feelings of stability and connection to nature, helping to calm the nervous system and soothe anxious thoughts.

Historical Snippets

For centuries, Indigenous peoples in North America have utilised the needles, branches, and resin of the Black Spruce tree for medicinal and spiritual purposes. Traditionally, the oil extracted from these parts of the tree was used in rituals, ceremonies, and as a natural remedy for various ailments. The aromatic essence of Wild Black Spruce was believed to cleanse the spirit and promote harmony with the natural world. Over time, the use of Wild Black Spruce essential oil has expanded beyond Indigenous cultures, gaining recognition for its therapeutic benefits in aromatherapy and natural health practices worldwide.

Key Constituents

• Bornyl acetate
• α-pinene
• Camphene
• β-pinene
• Tricyclene
• Limonene
• β-phellandrene
• Delta-3-carene
• Sabinene

How To Use

Diffuse: Add a few drops to a diffuser to disperse around the room

Topically: Dilute essential oil with any carrier oil at a 2.5% ratio. This equates to 2.5ml essential oil/oils in total mixed with 100ml of chosen carrier oil. 1ml of essential oil is approximately 20-22 drops of oil.  Decant into a roller or glass bottle with eye dropper to apply easily or a larger bottle if using for massage. Please note this dilution rate is for adults and children over the age of 6. More information on children and essential oils is on our blog page. Essential Oils should not be used directly on the skin without mixing first with a carrier oil

Inhalation: Add 1-2 drops essential oil to a tissue and inhale at a distance while ensuring that the oil does not come into direct contact with the skin. Alternatively, you can smell the oil directly from the bottle.

Shelf Life 

Our freshly decanted Wild Black Spruce essential oil will last for 2-3 years minimum from when you open your amber glass bottle if stored correctly.

Primary Storage Considerations: Keep away from direct light (U.V. radiation). Keep in the amber glass bottle with lid tightly closed. Only open when you need to and decant into a smaller "working" amber glass bottle if possible (and label so you know what is in it). This is to reduce oxidation.
Secondary Storage Considerations: Keep in a refrigerator at around 4 degrees celsius.

Safety

General
Some essential oils may cause photosensitivity to the skin - Use diluted in Jojoba or other complete carrier oil.
Do not ingest essential oils.
Do not apply to eyes, sensitive areas or mucous membranes.
The information on this website is not intended to be used in the diagnosis, treatment or mitigation of any physical or mental illness. Ahimsa Oils offer no advice or recommendations only general information. No therapeutic claims are made within.
Pregnant women, nursing mothers and children should not use essential oils without first consulting an appropriately trained healthcare practitioner.

The statements on this website have not been evaluated by the TGA. David Bosley however worked for a long period in consultation with the TGA to ensure correct labelling with reference to the Ahimsa Oil product range.

References

Tisserand, R., & Young, R. (2014). Essential Oil Safety: Second edition