Birch Essential Oil Recipes
The essential oil extracted from birch has broad health and beauty benefits discussed in that post. If you’re interested in greater detail, read this PDF on the Birch Essential Oil Health and Beauty Benefits. There are numerous therapeutic uses for birch essential oil. In this post we share homemade birch essential oil recipes for a Relax in the Breeze Diffuser Oil Blend, a Clean Home Diffuser Oil Blend, a Bedtime Inhaler Oil Blend, a Firmer Thighs Oil Blend and a Post Workout Massage Oil Blend.
While all birch tree varieties share similar chemical composition, birch essential oil usage varies depending on the tree variety of extraction. Boasting of a smooth and rich aroma, birch essential oil is derived from sweet birch (Betula lenta) and white birch (Betula pendula). The scent of birch essential oil lacks the “woody” aroma of other tree essential oils. Instead, it has a mint–like scent similar to that of wintergreen. Birch essential oil is extracted from the bark of the birch tree through the process of steam distillation.
Birch essential oil blends well with: basil, benzoin, cedarwood, clary sage, frankincense, geranium, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper berry, lavender, lemon, patchouli, peppermint, rosemary, sandalwood, spearmint, sweet marjoram and tea tree essential oils.
Birch Relax in the Breeze Diffuser Oil Blend
Diffuse birch for a sweet, uplifting aroma. Let this essential oil blend clear your mind and invigorate your senses.
Ingredients
- 3 drops birch essential oil
- 2 drops copaiba essential oil
- 1 drop cedarwood essential oil
- 1 drop Roman chamomile essential oil
- Essential oil diffuser
Instructions
- Add oils to your diffuser with the recommended amount of water.
- Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Birch Clean Home Diffuser Oil Blend
Birch essential oil offers a strong scent that can mask odors. This oil blend includes the refreshing aromas of cypress and Siberian fir.
Ingredients
- 3 drops cypress essential oil
- 3 drops Siberian fir essential oil
- 2 drops birch essential oil
- Aromatherapy diffuser
Instructions
- Add oils to your diffuser with the recommended amount of water.
- Follow manufacturer’s instructions.
Birch Bedtime Inhaler Oil Blend
Add birch to the calming floral oils of lavender and chamomile essential oil for this lovely bedtime blend.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 drops lavender essential oil
- 3 drops Roman chamomile essential oil
- 2 drops birch essential oil
- 1 drop vetiver essential oil
- Empty inhaler
Instructions
- Add essential oils onto cotton wick of aromatherapy inhaler.
- Once inhaler is assembled, take off the cap and deeply inhale the aroma.
Birch Firmer Thighs Oil Blend
Try this DIY recipe after taking a bath or shower to revitalize your skin and stimulate your mind.
Yield: 2 oz.
Prep Time: 1 Minute
Recipe Time: 1 Minute
Total Time: 2 Minute
Ingredients
- 6 drops birch essential oil
- 6 drops peppermint essential oil
- 6 drops frankincense essential oil
- 6 drops copaiba essential oil
- 2 oz. jojoba oil
- 2 oz. glass bottle
Instructions
- Fill the bottle with essential oils and jojoba oil.
- Shake well to mix.
- Apply as needed to desired locations. 2% dilution.
Birch Post Workout Massage Oil Blend
This potent analgesic essential oil blend with birch essential oil makes a wonderful massage oil to rub onto sore muscles.
Yield: 2 oz.
Prep Time: 1 Minute
Recipe Time: 1 Minute
Total Time: 2 Minute
Ingredients
- 6 drops birch essential oil
- 6 drops spearmint essential oil
- 6 drops black pepper essential oil
- 6 drops helichrysum essential oil
- ¼ cup jojoba oil
- 2 oz. (60 ml) glass bottle
Instructions
- Fill the bottle with essential oils and jojoba oil. Shake well to mix.
- Apply enough to cover the area and massage onto affected areas. 2% dilution.
Precautions
Birch essential oil is 90% methyl salicylate and can be very dangerous and even fatal if used in high doses. Whether using birch essential oil topically or in aromatherapy, be advised that the fatal dose for children is a scant 10 mL and only 30 mL for adults. Even 1–2 milliliters can make you extremely ill. In fact, unless you are well–versed in the medicinal properties of herbs, spices and essential oils, you may want to avoid birch essential oil altogether. Never ingest birch essential oil.
Due to its high alcohol content, birch essential oil should not be used on children, in children under 2 years of age, while pregnant, or breastfeeding. If nursing or pregnant, consult your physician prior to using birch essential oil. Birch essential oil has similar chemistry to wintergreen essential oil. Both contain high levels of methyl salicylate. The use of both should be limited because they can be toxic in high doses. Keep out of reach from children. It is important to have childproof caps on these two essential oils if using in a home with children. They have an enticing candy scent that may be tempting to taste. Use essential oils with extreme caution on children, be sure that it is safe for use on children. Some brands clearly labels their essential oils “KidSafe” on the bottle if it can be used on children ages 2–10.
Do not apply birch essential oil directly to broken or damaged skin. Do not apply directly to open wounds. Never use essential oils undiluted, in eyes or in mucous membranes. Birch essential oil can cause skin irritation or an allergic reaction. When applying any essential oil topically (on your skin), always perform a 24–hour skin patch test first, use 1–2 drops diluted with 1 teaspoon of carrier oil like jojoba, read in further details. Since there are so many varieties of the species Betula, birch essential oils can vary from one manufacturer—or even one bottle—to another. Use only 100% authentic essential oils. Store in tightly–sealed dark glass containers; in a cool, dark place away from light.
Sources:
Birch Essential Oil Recipes, Uses and Benefits Spotlight
https://www.lovingessentialoils.com/blogs/essential-oil-tips/birch-essential-oil-recipes-uses-benefits
Jennifer Lane – Certified Aromatherapist on 01/18/2022