• Latin Name: Pinus cembra
• Origin: Austria
• Extraction Method: Distillation of the wood

Characteristics

Swiss Stone Pine (also known as Arolla Pine, or "Arve" in the Alps) is an essential oil taken from a pine-family tree native to the Alpine mountains. It contains a high concentration of the resin compound pinosylvin, and the wood has long been used in the Alpine region for bedroom furniture and pillows, cherished as a tree that brings restful sleep.

Psychological Benefits

Said to calm the mind and guide it into a state of deep relaxation.

Physical Benefits

• Studies from the University of Innsbruck and University of Graz have confirmed that the scent of Swiss Stone Pine lowers heart rate and improves sleep quality (with one report estimating a reduction equivalent to about 3,500 fewer heartbeats per night).
• Said to have a calming effect on the breath.

Popular Pairings

Marjoram, Oakmoss, Benzoin, Palmarosa, Cardamom, Petitgrain, Atlas Cedar

Precautions

Avoid using at high concentrations, and always dilute before use. If pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult your doctor before use. If you have sensitive skin, we recommend a patch test.

For Anyone Interested in the Spiritual Side

Traditional aromatherapy correspondence charts sometimes associate this oil with the Base Chakra, and pairings with Smoky Quartz and Tiger's Eye (this is not a guarantee of effect).

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