Pine oil and its effects

Stone pine wood is particularly rich in resin and contains an abundance of fragrant essential oils. With intense sunlight in the high mountains, the tree produces a lot of it. With stone pine oil, we bring the scent of the mountain forest into our living spaces.

 

How Stone Pine Oil is Made

Stone pine oil is extracted from the needles and branches of the stone pine, as well as from its cones. About 100 kg of plant material are needed for one liter of pure stone pine oil. The valuable essential oils are extracted by steam distillation. At temperatures just below boiling point, steam is generated, separating the essential oils from other components. The temperature always remains below 100 ºC. The result is a highly concentrated, fragrant distillate with an oily consistency. This gentle process fully preserves all valuable ingredients.

Incidentally, no trees are felled for the production of stone pine oil. Usually, branches, needles, and cones that accumulate during wood processing in furniture production are used.

 

Valuable Ingredients in Stone Pine Oil

Stone pine oil contains, among other things, 125 different terpenes, which we perceive as intense fragrances. Plants produce terpenes from water, sunlight, and carbon dioxide. In addition to terpenes, stone pine oil offers a wealth of other valuable ingredients, only some of which are mentioned here:

• a-Pinene
• Cineol
• Limonene
• Camphene
• Myrcene
• Pinosylvin

Stone pine oil is much more than just the sum of its individual components. It is precisely the synergistic interaction of many different substances that gives stone pine oil its effect.

About Stone Pine Oil and its Effects

Due to its composition, scientists attribute certain qualities to natural stone pine oil that have positive effects on health and well-being. Stone pine oil has antibacterial properties, acts as an antioxidant, and has anti-inflammatory effects. All these properties are relevant for our health – from immune defense to metabolism and healthy organ functions.

Through its relaxing and calming effect, stone pine oil also has a positive influence on the human psyche.

Long before science confirmed its influence on well-being, earlier generations already knew about the effects of the stone pine. It is no coincidence that furniture in the Alpine region was traditionally made from stone pine wood. Even then, the essential oils of stone pine wood created a pleasant indoor climate that contributed to relaxation.

Stone Pine Oil and its Application

The essential oil extracted from the stone pine is a true multi-talent and offers a wide range of applications.

Above all, with its balsamic warm, yet refreshing scent, stone pine oil invites relaxation and quickly makes the stresses of everyday life forgotten. A few drops of stone pine oil on your pillow at night ensure well-being and restful sleep.

Stone pine oil is also used here:

• for infusions in the sauna
• as a bath additive (only a few drops)
• for inhalation during colds
• for massages (mixed with jojoba oil or almond oil)

Stone Pine Oil in the Household

Scented sachets hung in the wardrobe not only spread a pleasant smell – the scent of stone pine oil also drives away clothes moths. It also keeps food moths away from your pantry.

Stone pine oil absorbs bad odors – whether cigarette smoke or kitchen smells – and ensures clean indoor air.

In furniture care, stone pine oil makes natural wood and high-quality furniture pieces even more durable.

 

How to use stone pine cones?

The cones of the stone pine also contain valuable ingredients. Stone pine cones are even used in the kitchen. Stone pine syrup and stone pine liqueur refine desserts and Prosecco and are an old home remedy for colds. Stone pine pesto made from young cones and olive oil becomes a culinary highlight.

With fresh, sliced stone pine cones and sugar, a digestible, digestive stone pine schnapps can even be made by pouring neutral grain alcohol over them.

Last but not least, stone pine cones serve as attractive decorative elements that also exude a wonderfully aromatic scent.

 

How to Make Stone Pine Oil Yourself

Stone pine oil is actually obtained by steam distillation. But stone pine oil can also be made yourself with a cold-infused macerate.

For this, you need stone pine needles and a neutral oil such as jojoba oil or almond oil. Simply fill stone pine needles into a screw-top jar and pour oil over them until the needles are completely covered. Shake once, leave in a dark place for four to six weeks, and finally strain through a fine sieve.

 

Buying Stone Pine Oil – What to Look For

If you want to buy pure natural stone pine oil, the Latin plant name "Pinus cembra" and the designation "pure essential stone pine oil" should definitely be on the label. Terms such as nature-identical stone pine oil or fragrance oil indicate synthetically produced oils or mixtures with other pine oils.

 

The Magic of Stone Pine Wood

Products made from stone pine possess a unique power that transfers to living spaces. It's no wonder, then, that furniture and lamps made of fragrant stone pine wood are becoming increasingly popular. Incidentally, stone pine wood creates a good indoor climate. It absorbs moisture from the air and releases it back into the environment when the heating air is dry. With our handmade unique pieces made of stone pine wood, you not only set visual accents.