Technical data
- Product Name: Fir Balsam Absolute
- Latin name: Abies balsamea
- Extraction: Solvent extract
- Origin:
- Parts used:
- Origin of parts:
- CAS: 8007-21-2
Features
- Scent: Rich, sweet, balsamic evergreen with honeyed resin, soft pine, and a warm woodland depth
- Scent type: Woods and mosses
- Note: Base
- Color: Deep amber to dark olive-green
- Viscosity: Thick and resinous, semi-solid at cool room temperature
Blends with
Cabin in the Pines
Purpose
- A cozy, grounding diffuser blend evoking firewood and snow-covered evergreens.
- Recipe
3 drops Fir Balsam Absolute, 2 drops cedarwood, 2 drops sweet orange in diffuser water
Quiet Ascent
Purpose
- A meditative roller blend for slow breathing and centering rituals.
- Recipe
10 ml jojoba oil, 3 drops Fir Balsam Absolute, 2 drops frankincense, 1 drop vetiver in a roller bottle (3% dilution)
Dillution guideline
- Recommended dilution of 1-3% in a carrier oil such as jojoba or argan for topical use.
- Patch test
Apply a small diluted amount to the inner forearm and wait 24 hours before broader use.
- Children
Avoid use on children under 6. For older children, dilute below 1% and consult a qualified aromatherapist.
- Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy and nursing unless under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional.
- Pets
Keep away from cats, dogs, and birds; conifer absolutes can be irritating to sensitive animals.
- Photosensitivity
Not typically associated with photosensitivity.
- Ingestion
Do not ingest unless under qualified professional guidance.
- Storage
Store tightly sealed in a cool, dark place away from heat and direct sunlight; warm bottle in palms before use due to high viscosity.
