Therapeutic properties

The therapeutic properties of birch oil are analgesic, antiseptic, astringent, depurative, disinfectant, diuretic, febrifuge, insecticide and tonic.

Chemical composition

The main components of birch oil are salicylic acid, methyl salicylate, betulene and betulenol.

Precautions

White birch oil is generally non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing but should be avoided during pregnancy due to possible irritation occurring.

Uses

White birch oil is useful for dermatitis, dull or congested skin, eczema, hair care and psoriasis, although it could irritate the skin.

It is also helpful in cases of poor circulation, the accumulation of toxins in the muscles, for arthritis, rheumatism, muscular pains, edema and cellulite.

• Vapor therapy or used in a bath
  • As vapor therapy or diluted in the bath, White Birch oil can help with muscular aches and pains, arthritis and rheumatism.
• Cream and ointment
  • The crude tar from birch is used in pharmaceutical preparations for dermatological diseases.

Birch oil blends well with

Although most essential oils blend well together, birch oil blends particularly well with benzoin, jasmine, sandalwood and rosemary.