doTERRA Black Spruce Essential Oil is an aromatic oil with a rich, balsamic, woody-pine aroma, complemented by herbal and fruity notes. Obtained from the needles and branches of the Canadian spruce tree by steam distillation, it is rich in terpenoid compounds such as bornyl acetate, α-pinene, camphene, and β-caryophyllene. The oil has a relaxing effect, helps cope with stress, and restores ease of breathing. It has anti-inflammatory, calming, and hormone-regulating properties, has a beneficial effect on the respiratory, nervous, and endocrine systems, and is also gentle on the skin, relieving irritation.
Main benefits
- 100% pure CPTG essential oil
- Supports respiratory health and makes breathing easier
- Relaxing and calming action, helps cope with stress
- Relieves skin irritation and maintains its health
- Balances the nervous and endocrine systems
- Has anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties
Application
| Method of application |
Recommendations |
| Diffuser |
Add 3-4 drops to a diffuser to create an atmosphere of freshness, purify the air and relieve nervous tension. Combines with lavender, citrus or mint oils. Maintains breathing and emotional balance. Use daily or in courses, as needed. |
| Skin Application |
Dilute 1-2 drops with 3-5 drops of carrier oil (e.g. doTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil, 1-3%) and apply to chest, lower back or painful areas to relieve muscle pain, inflammation or skin irritation. Suitable for sensitive skin. Perform a sensitivity test. Use occasionally or in courses. |
| Cosmetics |
Used in balms, muscle creams and products for men. Suitable for oily and inflammation-prone skin due to its antiseptic properties. Dosage: 1-2 drops per 10 ml of base oil. |
| Sprays |
Used in refreshing and antiseptic sprays for rooms and fabrics. Dosage: 2-3 drops per 100 ml of water. Goes well with citrus, mint and lavender. |
| Bath / Inhalation |
For baths, add 3-5 drops with an emulsifier (salt, honey, cream) to relax, relieve stress and support breathing. For inhalation, apply 1-2 drops to your palms, rub and inhale deeply, or use in steam inhalations for colds and bronchitis. Suitable for children over 3 years old. |
| Cooking |
Not used in food due to lack of nutritional profile and potential toxicity when taken internally. |
Cosmetic use
- Hormonal balance — ★★★★☆ Stimulates the adrenal glands, stabilizes the production of stress hormones. How to use: In essential oils, massage mixtures on the lower back, 1-2 drops per 10 ml of base oil. Strength of effect: Strong, especially for chronic fatigue and burnout syndrome.
- Calming — ★★★★☆ Relieves skin irritation and stress. How to use: In creams, hydrolates, masks, 1 drop per 10 ml of base. Strength of effect: Strong, safe for sensitive skin.
- Healing — ★★★☆☆ Promotes tissue restoration after irritation and microdamage. How to use: In ointments, emulsions for damaged skin, 1 drop per 10 ml of base oil. Strength of effect: Moderate, mild.
- Sensitive skin care — ★★★☆☆ Reduces skin reactivity, increases resistance to irritants. How to use: In serums and creams, 1-2 drops per 10 ml of base. Strength of effect: Moderate, recommended for rosacea and irritation.
- Softening — ★★★☆☆ Makes skin smoother and more elastic. How to use: In night balms and oils, 1 drop per 10 ml of base. Strength of effect: Moderate.
Hair care
- Growth stimulation — ★★★☆☆ Improves microcirculation, activateshair follicles. How to use: In oil mixtures with rosemary or ginger, 1 drop per 10 ml of base oil. Strength of effect: Moderate.
- Support for hair loss — ★★★☆☆ Supports hormonal balance, reduces stress-related hair loss. How to use: In masks, rubbing into the scalp, 1 drop per 10 ml of base oil. Strength of effect: Moderate.
- Scalp soothing — ★★★★☆ Relieves itching, redness and irritation. How to use: For dry or sensitive scalp care, 1-2 drops per 10 ml of base. Strength of effect: Strong.
Medical effects
- Anti-inflammatory — ★★★★☆ Relieves inflammation in muscles, joints, respiratory tract. How to use: In massage mixtures, inhalations, rubbing, 1-2 drops per 10 ml of base oil. Strength of effect: Strong, especially for the musculoskeletal system.
- Immunomodulatory — ★★★★☆ Strengthens the body’s defenses, helps in recovery from illness. How to use: In a diffuser (3-4 drops), rubbing into the chest. Strength of effect: Strong, thanks to bornyl acetate.
- Antiseptic — ★★★☆☆ Cleanses the skin and mucous membranes, especially with respiratory infections. How to use: Inhalations, aroma baths, 1-2 drops per 10 ml of base oil. Strength of effect: Moderate.
- Pain reliever — ★★★☆☆ Relieves muscle and joint pain. How to use: In massage oils, balms, in combination with eucalyptus or ginger, 1 drop per 10 ml of base oil. Strength of effect: Moderate.
- Sedative — ★★★☆☆ Helps relieve nervous tension, with chronic fatigue syndrome. How to use: In evening inhalations, aroma lamps (3-4 drops). Strength of effect: Moderate.
- Expectorant — ★★★☆☆ Eases breathing, helps remove mucus. How to use: In inhalations, chest rubs, 1-2 drops per 10 ml of base oil. Strength of effect: Moderate.
Composition
INCI: Picea Mariana (Black Spruce) Needle Oil
Precautions
- Individual intolerance
- Use with caution in case of increased skin sensitivity – a reaction is possible at high concentrations
- Keep out of reach of children
- Pregnant women and people under medical supervision should consult a specialist
- Avoid contact with eyes, ears and other sensitive areas
- Use with caution in the first trimester of pregnancy
- Not recommended for children under 3 years of age due to strong aroma and possible irritation of the respiratory tract
- When used externally, be sure to dilute (1–3%)
Country of Origin
Canada — harvested and distilled in compliance with sustainable development standards.
Release Format
- Volume: 5 ml
- Packaging: dark glass bottle with dropper
Storage Conditions
Store in a dry, cool, dark place, protected from direct sunlight.
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