Fir tree essential oil is known for its antiseptic action, as a decongestant and air purifyer. When diffused, it helps to clear airways and purify the atmosphere, making breathing easier and clearer, especially in cold seasons. Dilute it with vegetable oil and rub painful areas to relieve joint pain, rheumatism or muscle cramps.
Essential oils are plant extracts obtained by distillation (bark, leaves or flowers). The plants’ active principles are extremely concentrated. Therefore, you should always dilute essential oils before using them directly on the skin.
Precautions:
- Never apply essential oils to the mucous membranes or around the eyes.
- If you want to use essential oils to treat yourself, talk first to a doctor, an aromatherapist or herbalist.
- Never use essential oils orally without the advice of a qualified aromatherapist.
- Keep essential oils out of reach of children; some are deadly poisonous if swallowed.
- In case of accidental ingestion, take 1 to 10 teaspoons of vegetable oil. Consult a physician or contact a poison control center.
- Avoid contact with eyes, ears. In case of accidental contact in the eye or on skin, rinse the affected area with vegetable oil.