A graceful tree about 25 meters high, which has a pyramidal shape while young. It has bright green leaves and a dark reddish-brown aromatic bark. The bark is broken into plates or patches. Native to southern Canada and southeastern USA; it now also grows in Russia and parts of Eastern Europe. Derived from the resin it is not technically an essential oil.
VOLUME: 4 fl oz
ODOR/AROMA: a strong top note, sweet, sharp, camphoraceous scent that is very fresh and similar to Wintergreen (smells like root beer)
CONSISTENCY: thin
KOSHER: Yes
COMMON USES: Widely used in hair treatments/shampoos. Used in bath water and massage oils to promote relaxation and to help aching muscles.
CAUTIONS: For external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals. A skin test is recommended prior to use, dilute prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided.
STORAGE: It is recommended that oils be packaged in colored glass or metal containers to protect the oil from air/light/moisture, keep it fresh, maintain the maximum shelf life, and for safe shipping.
Product Details
Country of Origin: China
Botanical Name: Betula Lenta L.
Plant Part: Bark Resin
Extraction Method: Steam Distillation
Color: colorless - pale yellow
Flash Point: 96
Usage: Therapeutic Grade for use in aromatherapy, soap making and cosmetic/skin care products. Not for internal use. Essential Depot backs up its quality claims. We believe we are the only company selling Essential Oils that performs independent Gas Chromatograph (GC) and Mass Spectrometry (MS) testing on every batch. Once you view these 2 videos you will ONLY purchase your Essential Oils from Essential Depot. Click here to learn about the Dirty Secrets of soaps. Click here to see Dr. Kevin Dunn talk about the purity of essential oils.
