THE PRODUCT AND ITS STORY
The Spruce is a conifer native to Europe and northern Asia, typical of Northern Germany, the Alpine belt, Russia and Norway. It is a tree with a large diameter (up to almost 2 meters) and very tall, up to 50 meters.
In the past it was the most used tree in Germany and Western Europe to obtain Burgundy tar for use in poultices, and Jura turpentine. It is still used to produce Spruce Beer.
Our essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the needles and leaf twigs. It is a transparent, clear liquid, very pale yellow in colour, with a very bright, clean, pine aroma and some very delicate woody notes.
On average, 500-600 kg of plant are needed to obtain 1 liter of essential oil.
CHEMICAL COMPOSITION
Like most conifer oils, it is chemically characterized by monoterpenes, especially camphene and limonene.
HOW AND WHEN TO USE IT
Used in perfumery to impart a fresh note to men's fragrances and as a herbaceous/pine element for bath products.
CAUTIONS
No essential oil derived from conifers should be used if too old, i.e. if excessively oxidized, as it could cause irritation. In terms of time, the essential oil, if well preserved, becomes "old" in 12-18 months.
Store in sealed containers, protected from light and heat, if possible in the refrigerator.