Sharp, sweet and minty, very close to wintergreen. Sweet birch is steam distilled from the bark of Betula lenta, a tree native to the eastern USA. It is traditionally known for its astringent character and is a long-standing ingredient in massage blends for tight, tired muscles.
At a glance
- Botanical name: Betula lenta
- Origin: USA
- Extraction: steam distilled
- Aroma: minty, fresh, sharp
Ways to use it
- Massage: use a very low dilution in any carrier oil and massage into tight, tired muscles.
- Facial toner: a drop or two can be blended with witch hazel.
- Blends well with: peppermint, rosemary, sweet marjoram, lavender and black spruce.
External use only. Always dilute before applying to skin and patch-test first. Keep away from children and eyes. This is a strong oil: use a low dilution and avoid sensitive skin. Not for children under 5, or during pregnancy or nursing.

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