ORGANIC TURPENTINE

Pinus pinaster

• Datasheet

Botanical Properties

Turpentine is the product collected from the distillation of Pinus pinaster, otherwise known as maritime pine. 
Maritime pine is a conifer with dark green, evergreen needles that can reach up to 30m in height. This tree belongs to the Pinaceae family. 
This species of pine appreciates non-calcareous soils that are exposed to sunlight, and in such conditions can live for over 500 years. Pines have ovaloid shaped cones, with both male and female reproductive organs present on the same individual. We call this type of plant a monoecious species. 

Origin and history

Turpentine is also sometimes called “galipot”, “Pois de Brodeaux”, or “turpentine essence”. Maritime pine is often present around the Mediterranean and Atlantic coast. It is notably found in the Landes de Gascogne region in France, where it covers a million hectares. It is also produced in Italy, Morocco, and Portugal. 

Organoleptic properties

 Aspect: liquid 
 Colour: colourless
 Odour: woody, fresh, resinous, strong

Distilled parts: Resin

Country of origin: Portugal

Density: 0,850 – 0,870

Chemotype

Main biochemical components or chemotype:
 Allergenic molecules naturally found within this essential oil:
Certain natural components of this essential oil may cause allergic reactions. Please do an allergy test on the skin in the crease of your elbow before using this product.

Properties

Our organic turpentine essential oil is:
• Anticatarrhal
• Expectorant
• Antispasmodic
• Antiseptic
• Oxygenating
• Antalgic

Indications

Organic turpentine essential oil is generally prescribed to fight coughs, respiratory tract congestion, and respiratory infections, such as sinusitis, asthma, bronchitis, or excessive catarrh production. We also advise use of this essential oil to help stop joint and muscle pains, such as rheumatisms, gout, and sciatica. Due to this, it is commonly used in the sporting world. 

Instructions

Please consult a doctor before taking any treatment or therapy orally.
Oral administration:
Take 2 drops of organic turpentine essential oil 2 times a day, with some honey or syrup, or on a lozenge, to help treat bronchitis and respiratory complaints.    
On the skin:
 Mix 2 drops of organic turpentine essential oil with 6 drops of sesame oil, and apply locally to areas suffering from rheumatisms.
By diffusion:
When diffused, our organic turpentine essential oil will sanitise your living space: it acts like a real respiratory tract antiseptic. 

Possible synergies

Blend: Juniper, Eucalyptus radiata

Energetic values and synergies

In energy aromatherapy, turpentine essential oil is linked to the chakra of the heart, Anahata, It is typically associated with the colour green. 
Turpentine essential oil, by activating Anahata, stimulates both body and spirit, whilst clearing and facilitating the breathing apparatus, thus helping one to meditate.
Synergy: Exotic verbena, Geranium