Birch oil is extracted using the process of steam distillation from Betula lenta (which is also known as B. odorata, B. alba var. pubescens, pendula or verrucosa), of the Betulaceae family and is also known as silver birch or European white birch. The leaf buds of this tree are used in its extraction process. This tree is often used for decorative purposes and it is native to the northern hemisphere. This tree is capable of growing up to the height of 15-20 meters. The branches of this tree are slender in nature and its bark is silver- white in color, while the oval leaves are light green in color. Sometime back, the buds of this plant were used as a tonic in a few hair treatments. In Scandinavia, fresh and young twigs and leaflets of birch are wrapped up as a bundle then they are used in saunas treatments, which help in the toning process of the skin and it further enhances circulation.
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| Weight | 100ml 3.38 |
250ml 8.45 |
500ml 16.91 |
1000ml 33.81 |
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Betula lenta
India
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Oil Properties
The fragrance of Birch oil can be described as balsamic and its color is pale yellow.
Origin of Birch oil
It originated in the Northern hemisphere.
Extraction
It is extracted from the leaf buds of Betula lenta tree and the process that is used in its extraction is stem distillation.
Integrant
The main chemical constituents contained in Birch oil are salicylic acid, betulene, methyl salicylate and betulenol.
Precautions
Even though Birch oil is generally non-irritant, non-toxic and non-sensitizing but it should be avoided during pregnancy phase as it can cause irritation.
Therapeutic properties
The therapeutic properties that are shown by this oil are like astringent, analgesic, antiseptic, depurative, diuretic, disinfectant, insecticide, febrifuge and tonic.
Uses
Anti-septic & disinfectant: The presence of agents like Methyl Salicylate and Salicylic Acid makes Birch oil an effective anti-septic and a disinfectant too. These two agents are used in many medicines which are used for their bactericidal and germicidal actions. Using this oil for this attribute helps in preventing fungal and bactericidal infections.
Stimulant: Birch oil acts as stimulant and it helps in the stimulation of systems like nervous, digestive, circulatory and excretory. By using this oil for its stimulant properties it can enhance the secretion of hormones and enzymes by stimulating the endocrinal glands. The enhanced production of hormones like insulin helps in treating diabetes.
Anti-Spasmodic: Spasms is the problem where extraordinary contractions occur in systems like digestive, respiratory and circulatory. It can further lead up to problems like cramps, coughs, convulsions, congestion, breathlessness and such other problems. Birch oil helps in the treatment of such spasmodic problems. It also aid in the treatment of spasmodic cholera.
Summary
Birch oil is extracted using steam distillation from Betula lenta. The tree is used mainly for decorative purposes and is found in northern hemisphere. This oil is mainly used for its Anti-septic & disinfectant, Stimulant, Anti-Spasmodic and such other vital properties.
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