Pine Needle Oil

Pine Needle Oil, distilled from the needles of pine trees, particularly from species like Pinus sylvestris, is an invigorating essential oil revered for its crisp, fresh, and woodsy aroma reminiscent of forest air. This essential oil is obtained through steam distillation, capturing the essence of pine needles, which have been celebrated in aromatherapy and cleansing practices for their fresh scent.

In aromatherapy, Pine Needle Oil is known for its ability to invigorate the senses. Its natural, forest-like scent is a favourite for diffusing.

The composition of Pine Needle Oil, rich in monoterpenes such as α-pinene and β-pinene, gives it its distinctive crisp, woodsy character.

Common Uses: Pine Needle Oil is incorporated into natural cleaning products for its invigorating scent. It's also used in massage oil blends for its fresh, woodsy fragrance, and in skincare formulations for its fresh aroma.

Blends well with: Cedarwood, Rosemary, Lavender, and Eucalyptus, as well as other woodsy, herbaceous, and minty oils. These combinations leverage Pine Needle Oil's fresh and woodsy notes, creating aromatic blends.

Aromatic Scent: Pine Needle Oil offers a crisp, clean, and woodsy aroma with a refreshing undertone, providing an invigorating olfactory experience.

The scent is bright, clean and resinous, with a sweet balsamic edge, like a walk through a conifer forest in cool air. Pinus sylvestris is commonly known as Scots pine, and its oil is a popular base for woodsy, forest-themed diffuser blends, natural cleaning sprays and home fragrance. It blends easily with cedarwood, citrus and herbaceous oils. For aromatic and external use only. Dilute in a carrier oil before skin use.

Botanical Name: Pinus sylvestris

Plant Part: Needles