Essential oils are becoming a big part of the wellness journey due to their potency and many benefits. One of such is pine essential oil. Although majority of what we hear about pine is associated with Christmas trees or the popular household detergent, its oil offers rewarding benefits.
Pine oil comes in a strong medicinal smell that is earthy and fresh at the same time. One of its dominant attributes is the ability to ward off respiratory infections like bronchitis, colds, asthma, the flu, sore throats and laryngitis. It assists in the discharge of mucus while alleviating congestion and giving way to a clear sinus. It is also able to relieve coughing and encourage easy breathing. Like ginger oil, pine can warm a chill and may even cool down the body to reduce a fever.
If you suffer from muscle aches, pains and stiffness in your joints, pine oil is believed to help in soothing such discomforts in addition to arthritis, backaches, rheumatism and gout. It also fuels circulation and thus raises blood pressure so you must avoid it if you have high blood pressure. Although it has a pungent smell, pine essential oil is good for soothing an itch and even inflammation of conditions like psoriasis and eczema.
As an emotional enhancer, pine oil leaves the body in an invigorating state, clearing the mind of mental fatigue. It is even said to encourage positive thinking by “filtering” thoughts.
Do you perspire excessively or have a dry or dull skin or acne? Pine oil, with its ability to rid your body of toxins may be able to help clear such conditions. It is also believed to help fix problems associated with oily scalp, dandruff and seborrhea.
Caution: Pine oil may irritate sensitive skin so always follow guidelines as instructed.
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