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Birch Sweet Essential Oil


Average Product Rating: 4.9 / 5 (Based on 18 Customer Reviews)


Main Constituents:
Methyl salicylate: 97%

Botanical Name: Betula lenta

Plant Part: Bark

Extraction Method: Steam Distillation

Origin: Russia

Description: The Birch tree is a graceful tree about 25m high, which has a pyramidal shape while young. It has bright green leaves and a dark reddish-brown aromatic bark, which his broken into plates or patches. Native to southern Canada and southeastern USA; it now grows also in Russia and parts of Eastern Europe.

Color: Colorless to pale yellow liquid.

Common Uses: Birch Sweet is credited with being an analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-pryetic, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, astringent, depurative, diuretic, and tonic. It is an effective addition to massage oil blends for sore muscles, sprains and painful joints because of its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties.

Consistency: Thin

Note: Top

Strength of Aroma: Strong

Blends well with: Virginian Cedarwood, Fir Balsam, Copaiba Balsam, Sandalwood, Spruce, and Rosewood.

Aromatic Scent: Birch Sweet has a sweet, sharp, camphoraceous scent that is very fresh and similar to Wintergreen.

History: Birch bark was historically used by North American native people as a tonic and beverage to bring on a sweat and to induce heating.

Cautions: Birch Sweet Oil is potentially toxic and may cause skin irritation. Use in dilution and avoid during pregnancy.

Terms of Use

Customers should purchase products from New Directions Aromatics Inc. with the clear understanding that all products must be used at the customers own discretion and only after referencing Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and all other relevant technical information specific to the product. New Directions Aromatics Inc. shall not be held responsible for any damages to property or for any adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm) caused by insufficient knowledge or the improper use of a product.

The user of the product is solely responsible for compliance with all laws and regulations applying to the use of the products, including intellectual property rights of third parties.

As with any manufacturing process, New Directions Aromatics strongly recommends small lab scale testing for evaluation purposes prior to full commercial manufacturing.

The information on the New Directions Aromatics Inc. website is obtained from current and reliable sources but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. Nothing contained herein should be considered as a recommendation by New Directions Aromatics Inc. as to the fitness for any use. As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of New Directions Aromatics Inc., no representation or warranty, expressed or implied is made as to the effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or injury), or the results obtained.

The liability of New Directions Aromatics Inc. is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss. New Directions Aromatics Inc. shall not be liable for any errors or delays in the content, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon.

Please note, the International Federation of Aromatherapists do not recommend that Essential Oils be taken internally unless under the supervision of a Medical Doctor who is also qualified in clinical Aromatherapy. In addition, Essential Oils must be properly diluted before use in order to avoid any damages to property or adverse physical effects (including injury or bodily harm).

IMPORTANT: All of our products are for external use only.

In addition, please read & understand appropriate technical, material safety data sheets and disclaimers before using this or any other New Directions Aromatics product.

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than 50 reviews
Submited By: Lauretta from San Diego, California on 01/28/2012
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
Rating:

This has a super strong sassafras smell, and although NDA packages their oils extremely well, this one unfortunately still managed to leak out onto my other products in the shipping. It's too bad, because although the smell is nice, it's so overpowering and becomes cloying after a short amount of time.
Submited By: Susan from Whitby, Ontario on 09/26/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

Amazing for muscle pain. I have to report that nightly, my husband keeps asking me to massage him with this (diluted in carrier oil). Amazing product. Amazing price. Thank-you NDA.
Submited By: Diane from Saskatoon, Saskatchewan on 09/22/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

I tore my MCL and used it neat. It alleviated the pain and helped heal my knee twice as fast!! My husband also puts it on his shoulder neat and takes the pain immediately so that he can sleep.
Submited By: Greta from Oxnard, California on 08/01/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

New Directions Sweet Birch Oil has essentially made me free of pain in the neck that I had for years due to a broken 2nd vertebrae many years ago. I massage it on my neck each day after the shower and when I realized that I do not have the pain any more I just smiled. It also helps when I have pain in my hip after a replacement. It is great for my arthritic joints and saves my stomach from having to absorb pills for my pains. I use it neat and never have any bad reactions. Really, it saves my life from pain. Thank you for carrying this great product!
Submited By: Susan from Whitby, Ontario on 01/26/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

I cannot wait to try this oil. I am placing this on order ASAP. I am glad that it is finally back in stock. I am looking forward to trying this oil for muscle treatment for my husband. My husband hates medicine-like smells. Wintergreen-like scent sounds great to me!
Submited By: Chantal from Thunder Bay, Ontario on 01/07/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

Love this oil! The smell reminds me of candy. I use it on aching muscles.
Submited By: Robert from Crown Point, Indiana on 11/17/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
Rating:

Add a little Vanilla to this oil and you've got an instant memory trip to those little brown Root Beer Barrel Candies by Brach's. I've used this oil on abnormal skin and wow! All better. I think its a great cool then warm sensation in skin applications. I just love it.
Submited By: Brandy from Lloydminster, Saskatchewan on 09/28/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

I think this oil smells like beach nut candies, but yes, i guess it smell sorta like root beer too.... but very minty!!! wonderful oil... a pain relieving oild that smells so yummy!!
Submited By: Jenn from Vancouver, British Columbia on 06/04/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

A great EO. The smell is reminiscent of sassafras (root beer), but with an herbaceous note.
Submited By: Suzanna from Corfu, New York on 09/18/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
Rating:

Purchased Birch Sweet for use in a fall smudge and couldn't believe it when I opened it! Took me back to my aunt's tavern with Birch Beer on tap! Yummmy smell. Now I can't wait to use it in other creations for aches & pains. Thank you for the trip down memory lane! Keep selling wonderful products.
Submited By: Terri from Kent, Washington on 06/19/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2008
Rating:

My rehabilitation clinic sees many work- and auto-injured patients that have long term (sometimes years) of chronic pain. We created a unique anti-inflammatory analgesic massage oil using Sweet Birch oil from NewDirections. The oil was such a success, that patients now buy the massage oil to use at home.
Submited By: Hope from Shubenacadie, Nova Scotia on 05/10/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

Absolutely love this EO. We are using it in our Sauna and it is wonderful! And the price can't be beat.
Submited By: Tracey from Toronto, Ontario on 03/25/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

Words cannot convey how ecstatic this oil makes me feel. The price is awesome, too. I use it in my pain relieving ointment.
Submited By: Susanne from Newmarket, Ontario on 11/21/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

This oil is great for massaging for aches and pains. Very high quality and pure. I am very impressed with this top notch oil product!
Submited By: Vanice from Cambridge, Ontario on 07/22/2008
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

The scent reminds me of spearmint and combined with black spruce it makes an excellent massage oil for achey muscles.
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than 50 reviews
Submited By: Joely from Topeka, Kansas on 12/01/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
Rating:

I am making a topical for my daughters discomfort from her Cerebral Palsy and to loosen her tendons. Medicial smell in my opinion.
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than 50 reviews
Submited By: Candice from Sarasota, Florida on 07/14/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
Rating:

Wonderful minty type scent, and very useful in my sports-massage blend. Usually not recommended for aromatherapy as is toxic especially when undiluted, but quite handy for sore muscles. Great price and good quality.
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than 50 reviews
Submited By: Candice from Sarasota, Florida on 07/11/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
Rating:

Very good price, high quality oil. Works wonders in my cellulite scrub. A little goes a long way. Thank you New Directions for another hit!