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Oils » Essential Oils (D-N)

Fir Balsam Essential Oil


Average Product Rating: 4.9 / 5 (Based on 15 Customer Reviews)



Botanical Name: Abies balsamea

Plant Part: Needles

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Origin: Canada

Description: Balsam Fir Needles are about 3/4 to 1-1/4 inches long with two white stripes running down the underside of each needle.

Color: Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid.

Common Uses: Fir Balsam Essential Oil is often used to combat the symptoms of colds - including bronchitis, cough and chest congestion. It is believed to have anti-inflammatory properties and can be used to alleviate pain caused by sore muscles and arthritis.

Consistency: Medium

Note: Middle

Strength of Aroma: Strong

Blends well with: Pine, Cedarwood, Benzoin, Lavender, Spruce and Rosemary.

Aromatic Scent:

History: Fir Balsam has long been used in folk remedy for bronchitis, burns, catarrh and cold.

Cautions: Fir Balsam Essential Oil is reported to produce dermatitis when applied as perfume in concentrated form. Use well diluted. Avoid use 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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Fir Balsam Essential Oil
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Submited By: Stephanie from Prince George, British Columbia on 08/24/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

I really like this oil. It smells like the woods behind our house. I use it in soaps and massage blends. It is surprisingly versatile.
Submited By: Abbie from Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia on 08/05/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

This is literally Christmas in a bottle!! It's perfect for room sprays.. especially for a 'Christmas in July" party. Your guests won't have a clue how you did it without actually having the tree :)
Submited By: Marie from Calgary, Alberta on 07/16/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

I am in love with this oil. It smells exactly like the Christmas trees I've always had, and like the forests of the Canadian Rockies. It's wonderful diffused with spruce and pine--smells just like the forest!
Submited By: Michele from Montreal, Quebec on 06/25/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

Great oil, I've received 15ml last week and I'm already halfway through, I want to use it in everything. It's the scent I have in mind when I think of fir. It's great for joint pain.
Submited By: Kalli from Calgary, Alberta on 04/22/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

This is an amazing scent and smells just like the tree! Will definitely purchase again. A great Christmas scent but I use it all year round.
Submited By: Garrett from Cedar City, Utah on 01/27/2011
Loyal Customer Since: 2010
Rating:

This is like a breath of fresh mountain air, absolutely love it! I use it in HP soap's and I also use it with a cayenne extraction with peppermint and wintergreen e/o for deep penetrating pain relief- works awesome!
Submited By: Christine from North Vancouver, British Columbia on 09/18/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

I'm a Forestry student at the Univerity of British Columbia and we study all sorts of trees....obviously, haha! Anyhoo, I got this Balsam Fir oil because I thought that this tree had such a wonderful and distinctive sent. This oil smells EXACTLY like the tree itself! There is no weird chemical smell or anything. This oil is so stunning! And super duper strong too. Holy smokes this oil is strong. Its a big bang for your buck! Which is good if you're a student! P.S. Also, I was watching Fraiser the other night and Fraiser recieved an invitation in the mail to an exclusive spa. Fraiser smelled the invitation and said "Ahhhh, the manly aroma of Balsam Fir...". Now I think of that everytime I smell it. Oh man, I love Fraiser....haha!
Submited By: Brianne from Canmore, Alberta on 07/20/2010
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

This oil is lovely, very high quality. I often prefer it to the strong, almost ammonia-like scent pine can have. It absolutely is reminiscent of a walk in the forest and I love it in all of my cold, cough and immune blends.
Submited By: Shannon from Schenectady, New York on 12/24/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
Rating:

MMMm, tree! Actually I blend this eo with other eo's to make manly exotic scents love it!
Submited By: Shane from Hampton, South Carolina on 12/14/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

Another of my favorites. This is a wonderful Balsam Fir. Deeply coniferous with lemon and pine notes. This oil is very grounding and emotionally stabilizing; great for meditation blends. Also good for respiratory problems and as an antiseptic.
Submited By: Tracey from Toronto, Ontario on 01/01/2009
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

I adore fir balsam, and make two incenses with it. I find it a very grounding oil used therapeutically, and the thinner consistency than the resin is handy.
Submited By: Naomi from Chatham, Ontario on 09/23/2007
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

Another one of my favorite oils. Makes me think of a walk in the forest. Great in a difuser as natural air freshener and also in melt-and-pour or hot process soaps.
Submited By: Amy from Milwaukie, Oregon on 09/15/2007
Loyal Customer Since: 2007
Rating:

Very good smell- like a true fir tree. I truly love your EO's!
Submited By: Julia from Menifee, California on 10/18/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2005
Rating:

This is a great product. I love the quality of all your oils. I can always count on them to be exactly what I need for my blends.
Submited By: Candice from Sarasota, Florida on 07/14/2006
Loyal Customer Since: 2006
Rating:

Excellent price for quality oil. Very useful in chest rub for colds. I love its warming Christmas tree scent bringing back loads of childhood memories. :)