Black Spruce (Picea Mariana) Essential Oil

Safety First

Absolutely Natural uses only organic Black Spruce essential oil steam-distilled from tree needles grown in Alaska or Canada. Black spruce essential oil is regarded as safe, if the oil is fresh and has not oxidized. When this happens, it can be irritating to the skin or mucosal membranes. To avoid this, keep Black spruce essential oil in a dark, cool place. In these protective conditions the shelf life can be up to four years but always check oils and blends to see if they smell ‘off’ or rancid. If this happens, discard the oxidized oil and start fresh. 

How Does It Work

Black spruce essential oil contains some components we see in many oils such as α-pinene and some rarer compounds like bornyl acetate and camphene. Researchers have found significant beneficial properties from these oils, including Black spruce essential oil. They determined that these oils warranted further study and that they could be highly beneficial in personal use.

Black Spruce essential oil is derived from the needles of North American spruce trees. The oil has a fresh, woodsy aroma and contains natural compounds that contribute to its antioxidant and aromatic properties, making it a versatile ingredient.

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Fun Fact

Where the essential oil originates in the plant can be quite interesting and let us know intuitively how to use the oil. Dark green needles grown in Canada and Alaska supply the oil used by Absolutely Natural. If you think of being in a North American forest, think about how the air smells and the sound of the wind through the trees. The needles are the lungs of the tree and protect the tree.

Forest trees such as Black spruce are sometimes associated with cleaning products. Add a few drops of Black spruce essential oil or a blend containing this oil to hand soap or a natural cleaning product. 

Best For

• Adding a fresh, woodsy aroma to blends
• Diffusing for a grounding and forest-like scent
• Creating a crisp and inviting atmosphere

Common Uses

• Diffusing to enjoy its Woodsy and grounding aroma
• Blending with other essential oils for aromatherapy
• Mixing with a Carrier Oil for use on skin