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Douglas Fir
Pseudotsuga menziesii
The Douglas fir is a coniferous tree that grows in North America. This tall evergreen tree is often used as a Christmas tree and has a refreshingly sweet, citrusy feel. Douglas Fir essential oil is sustainably extracted from young trees in New Zealand, where it is a highly invasive species and has therefore become a threat to the local ecosystem. By harvesting the young trees and using them to extract its essential oil, doTERRA is helping to combat the environmental impact that the invasion of these trees has caused, while offering a product of the highest quality. Douglas fir has a unique chemical composition that is particularly rich in beta-pinene. In addition, it can also be used to help comfort the skin and promote a positive mood. Blending Douglas Fir essential oil with citrus essential oils helps to create an uplifting environment.
Douglas Fir
Pseudotsuga menziesii
Primary Benefits
- It helps to cleanse and comfort the skin.
- It promotes an atmosphere of positive mood and focus.
Uplift With Douglas Fir
Uses
- Mix Douglas Fir oil with Wild Orange, Lemon, or Bergamot in a diffuser to create an atmosphere of positive mood and focus.
- Add 1 drop to your facial cleanser or shower gel for an extra dose of cleansing and for an invigorating scent.
- Combine Douglas fir with 1 to 2 drops of Wintergreen for a relaxing massage experience.
Directions for Use
Cautions
External Use. May cause skin irritation. Keep out of reach of children. In case of pregnancy or treatment, consult a physician. Avoid contact with eyes, ears and sensitive areas. In case of contact with eyes, rinse with plenty of vegetable oil. In case of irritation, discontinue use and consult a physician. Keep the product away from light and heat.
Douglas Fir
Complete Essentials
This Kit Contains
doTERRA Balance™ Grounding Blend, doTERRA Serenity™ Restful Blend, Citrus Bliss™ Invigorating Blend, Elevation Joyful Blend
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Sourcing
Why New Zealand?
Although Douglas Fir is native to North America, it grows voraciously in New Zealand’s ecosystem and is overtaking the land. By harvesting and distilling young Douglas Fir trees from New Zealand, we are helping combat environmental harm from overpopulation of Douglas Fir trees while providing a sustainable, premium conifer essential oil.
How Does it Work?
How it Helps
Douglas Fir is an invasive species in New Zealand. First introduced into New Zealand for the timber industry, Douglas Fir grows almost 20 times faster in New Zealand than in the US. Consequently, they have overtaken the land to the point that native plants are prevented from growing.
We are harvesting young Douglas Fir trees to help battle the negative environmental impact on New Zealand’s native plants and trees. By harvesting the trees when they are young—5 to 7 years old—it prevents the trees from getting to an age where they produce cones, which would exacerbate the problem further. Additionally, we work closely with the New Zealand government to collect and utilise the biomass (needles), which would otherwise be left on the side of the mountains or burnt following a commercial forest harvest for timber.
Environmental Stewardship in New Zealand
Douglas Fir grows at an agressive rate in New Zealand. doTERRA chose to source Douglas Fir essential oil in an effort to protect and preserve New Zealand’s native ecosystem. Here’s how it has helped:
- If doTERRA didn’t remove the young, overpopulated Douglas Fir trees, then chemicals would be used to remove them – potentially impacting other species
- After harvesting young Douglas Fir trees, native trees are planted in their place
- doTERRA harvests trees before they’ve reached a cone-producing age, which stops the cycle from continuing
What's in your bottle?
You will find your Quality ID on the bottom of doTERRA single essential oil bottles purchased after May 2016. The Quality ID will contain a series of six or seven numbers and one letter.
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Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menziesii
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