Essential oils are volatile oily mixtures that have healing properties. Oil also belongs to those, the main component of which is pine. The use of this mixture is extensive: it is used in cosmetology, hair and nail care, and also has healing properties. The ethereal composition allows the product to evaporate and not leave greasy marks, which is also a big plus.
Composition of pine essential oil
The tool based on pine needles in its composition contains:
- needles based excerpt;
- alcohol element;
- ethers and esters.
Did you know? Needles of bog pine can grow up to 40 cm in length. Such a tree grows only in North America.
Healing properties
- Pine ether has significant therapeutic effects, for example:
- antiseptic;
- anti-inflammatory;
- diuretic.
Besides, chemical properties allow the use of this oil as a component in the creation of medicines. So, this aromatic substance helps with colds: thanks to a pronounced expectorant property, it is used in drugs designed to improve breathing with colds.
The agent in question is no less effective in diseases of the renal system. It allows you to dissolve solid formations that can appear in the urinary tract. Also, this ether helps with arthritis, back pain and joints.
Application
This tool is widely used in various fields: it is used in cosmetology, aromatherapy and for medicinal purposes. Persistence and endurance, allowing the pine to remain green all year round, growing in a harsh northern climate, also determine the advantages of the needles extract.
In cosmetology
In cosmetology, it is used to rejuvenate the face. Esters help smooth wrinkles and make skin softer and velvety. In addition, pine ether is used for body care: it improves blood circulation and the condition of skin flakes.
Thanks to the use of pine ether, it becomes elastic. Use this therapeutic infusion can be for people with any type of skin. Such a tool can help people with dry and brittle hair - oil increases the elasticity of the hair structure and accelerates the growth rate.
In aromatherapy
Smells of pine needles are used in aromatherapygiving the opportunity to relax and calm down, overcome the effects of stress. At the same time, the etheric component allows people to get rid of drowsiness.
In various programs using aromatic oils, pine ether is used to eradicate self-loathing, as well as pessimism and aggression towards others. It strengthens a person’s desire to develop and learn something new.
Did you know? For our ancestors, pine was considered a tree that brings good luck. Its branches were hung in the house so that prosperity reigned in it, and the couple lived soul to soul.
In folk medicine
In folk medicine, tincture based on Scots pine is used to treat diseased joints. In addition, it is used to rub the lower back, as well as the legs with varicose veins. Helps with headaches, colds and kidney and liver diseases.
Cooking methods
Preparation of oil based on needles does not take much time.
There are two ways that can make an ideal infusion:
- Cold maceration.
- Hot maceration.
Preparation of raw materials for cooking is the same, however, there are features in the cooking method itself.
Cooking the first way
Ingredients:
- needles: 200 g;
- young shoots of pine: 200 g;
- olive oil: so that it covers with needles.
Important! It is necessary to monitor the loss of oil during filtration. The needles are hard pressed out, and therefore, there is a likelihood of losing 20% of the liquid.
Cooking method:
- Needles need to be washed and dried on a towel so that there are no grains of sand, dirt and dust in the oil.
- Half of the raw material should be cut into small pieces, and then put in a liter jar so that it is 1/3 full.
- After the prepared mixture is poured to the top with oil and closed. In this condition, the bank should stand in a warm and dark place for 5 days.
- On the 6th day, it is necessary to strain the oil tincture and fill it with the second half of the raw material, then leave for another 5 days. After this, repeat the procedure from the 1st to the 4th point 2-3 more times.
Second way cooking
Ingredients:
- needles: 200 g;
- young shoots of pine: 200 g;
- olive oil: so that it covers with needles.
Cooking method:
- Needles must be washed and chopped, as in the first method.
- Fill a 1/3 liter jar and fill with oil, then cover.
- This mixture must be put on a steam bath for a period of 3 to 4 hours. The temperature of the steam bath should not exceed + 37 ° C.
- After passing this time, it is necessary to cool the mixture and drain the oil into a separate container.
Video: Pine essential oil
Contraindications and possible harm
- Despite the fact that ether based on pine needles is useful and has healing properties, it can harm the human body:
- Firstly, it can not be used for more than 7 days in a row. Exceptions may be only medications, where the period of use is prescribed by the attending physician.
- Secondly, it should not be used in everyday life for people with personal intolerance to the main component, i.e. needles.
Important! It is undesirable to use the substance in question for hepatitis, glomerulonephritis, as well as during pregnancy. Active substances can adversely affect a person’s condition, causing headaches and nausea.
So, esters based on extracts from needles are useful for the body as a whole. This substance can be used for cosmetic purposes, as well as in the treatment of diseases. Aromatic oils allow you to get out of depression, cheer up and relax. However, there are side effects that should not be forgotten.
