Fir Needle, Douglas

Description

I’m so stuffed up, I can’t get a full breath.

E3’s Fir Needle Douglas — Clear the Air, Breathe Freely

When your head feels heavy and your chest is tight, even simple breaths can be a struggle. Fir Needle Douglas offers crisp, forest-fresh support for your respiratory system, helping open airways, ease congestion, and clear that weighed-down feeling. Its bright, pine-citrus aroma refreshes the mind while giving your body the breathing space it craves.

Latin name: Pseudotsuga menziesii
Country of origin: USA
Part of the plant: Needles
Obtained by: Steam distilled
Main biochemical components*: Camphene, alpha-pinene, beta-pinene
Properties: Antiseptic, antifungal, anticatarrahal, calmative, disinfectant, expectorant, nervine, stomachic, tonic, vasodilator.
Aroma: Woodsy, fresh, bright, and slightly citrusy with a crisp pine note that feels clean and uplifting.
Scent Note: Middle
Blends Well With: Eucalyptus for opening airways, Peppermint for clearing and energizing, Lavender for calming, and Lemon for purifying the air and sharpening focus.

Refreshing and clarifying, Fir Needle Douglas helps you breathe more freely, while supporting your immune defenses. Its bright, woodsy aroma clears mental fog and uplifts mood while offering gentle comfort for tired muscles and joints. Discover even more therapeutic benefits below along with safe and easy-to-use application recommendations.

Benefits & Therapeutic Uses

Physical uses: Respiratory congestion, infections, colds, flu, bronchitis, muscle aches, poor circulation, immune support.

Skin care uses: Not recommended for skin care use. (e3 defines skin care as a condition that affects the surface of the skin.)

Psychological uses: Anxiety, stress, instability, mild depression.

Subtle uses: Clears energy blocks. Grounds and increases intuition.

Notes: Use Fir needle, Douglas in a 1-5% dilution. Avoid during pregnancy and nursing.

*Chemical components: Chemical component percentages may vary. Essential 3 offers a Certificate of Analysis for review.

Which One to Choose – Fir Needle Balsam, Fir Needle Douglas or Fir Needle Silver?

Similarities:

Similarities: All Fir Needle essential oils have a fresh, woodsy aroma, are warming, and are good for muscle aches and respiratory congestion.

Differences: Fir Needle Douglas has a clear, citrus-type aroma. It is more complex, offers more immune support, and is a good air disinfectant.  Fir Needle Balsam has a warm, balsamic aroma. It is a good choice for dry coughs. Fir Needle Silver has a crisp, woodsy, and slightly sweet aroma. Its invigorating scent enhances mental clarity and emotional balance.

How to Use Fir Needle Douglas to Breathe More Freely

Chest Rub: Mix 5-15 drops of essential oil in 1 tablespoon of carrier oil or fragrance-free, natural lotion. Apply to your upper chest and upper back.

Compress: Fill a basin with water. (Warm water relaxes and increases circulation. Cool water invigorates and relieves inflammation.) Add 3-5 drops of essential oil and briskly stir. Lay in a washcloth, wring and apply to the area in need for approximately 1-5 minutes. Dip, wring and apply 3 more times.

Diffusion: Follow the diffuser manufacturer’s instructions to fill the air with a therapeutic aroma.
Easy alternatives when you don’t have a diffuser:
Place 2-4 drops of essential oil on several cotton balls or tissues; place nearby or tuck into the grate of fan or air vent in your home or car.

Inhalation: Put 1-3 drops of essential oil on a tissue and inhale the aroma through your nose. Pause and inhale again.
(Avoid touching your nose with the tissue.)

Massage: Mix 6-30 drops of essential oil in 1 ounce of carrier oil or fragrance-free, natural lotion.

Spot Application: Mix 1-4 drops of essential oil in 1 teaspoon of carrier oil or aloe vera and apply to the area in need.

 e3 Blends Containing Fir Needle Douglas Essential Oil

Evergreen Bliss Blend

Forest Blend

Massage Blend

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The Methods of Use are general guidelines. Individual sensitivities, desired results, and the characteristics of the essential oil(s) used must all be considered. Adjust methods and proportions accordingly.

For external use only. Always dilute before use. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid eyes and other sensitive areas. Keep away from direct flame – essential oils are flammable. If pregnant or nursing, consult a physician before using essential oils. Store at room temperature and avoid direct sunlight.

Aromatherapy: The use of natural, aromatic substances, known as essential oils, to enhance the well-being of the body, mind, and spirit. (This statement has not been evaluated by the FDA. No information provided is intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.)