Biologist Birch Essential Oil 10ml BIRCH – THE PLANT OR BETULIA. Scientific name: Betula Betula Alba. Description: Deciduous, cold-hardy tree, 20 – 25 m tall. Origin: Native to Northern and Central Europe, Russia and Asia. History: Reported as a sacred tree of the Turkic populations of Northern Siberia. SYMYDA – THE ESSENTIAL OIL “BIOLOGOS” Technique: Extracted from the leaves of the tree, by steam distillation. Composition: Containing salicylic acid and methyl salicylate. Odor: Strong, similar to camphor. Country of origin: Italy PROPERTIES Decongestant, antioxidant, detoxifying, anti-aging. COMBINATIONS With essential oils of Thyme, Mint, Oregano, Ylang-Ylang, Vanilla. CONTRAINDICATION Prohibited during pregnancy and in people with sensitive skin or respiratory problems. SAFE USE OF ESSENTIAL OILS The information mentioned on essential oils and base oils is for informational purposes ONLY. The products belong to the category of A' raw materials and are NOT intended for the diagnosis, treatment, cure or prevention of any disease or condition. WARNING: Essential oils are highly concentrated substances that can be harmful if not used with care. If you have any doubts or further questions, consult your doctor and/or an experienced aromatherapist. Avoid contact with eyes. In this case, rinse immediately with plenty of water. Essential oils should never be used undiluted on the skin. Use everything in diluted form, mixed with a suitable vegetable oil base or in the bath water. Avoid exposure to the sun or solarium for more than 12 hours after applying all citrus essential oils. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor or an experienced aromatherapist before using any essential oil. All essential oils are NOT for oral use! Even oral ones, however, need to be taken very carefully AND ONLY AFTER THE ADVICE AND GUIDANCE OF A DOCTOR. Essential oils should be kept tightly closed in their storage container because they evaporate easily.