The forest. A place that does not belong to us. It is a world ruled by a powerful Flora that protects the fauna. A kingdom that we are allowed to enter. We are allowed to rest there, gain energy and find answers. Most of us run to the forest if something is weighing on our souls, we go there to clear our heads and we may not even realize it, but we leave with solutions to our problems.
View of the sage pine
When I think about the spirits of the forest, of which there are many, the pine tree definitely comes to mind first. Scots pine (Scots pine) is a shaman of the forest. And it is probably thanks to her that you leave with a clear head and ready for something new. She is a woman who was visited with a lantern through the dark forest to her hut for advice. And I assume that if we saw such a hut today, we would avoid it as much as possible so that a depraved maniac wouldn't jump out at us. Fortunately, we don't have to be afraid of a tree and if we don't have access to the forest, the essential oil will serve us perfectly. It helps us solve the problem wisely, with perspective and gives us strength to continue the fight. In simple terms - Do you have a problem with something? Get a pine tree! And no, I don't mean a pine tree.
Feminine and masculine element
Pine is undoubtedly full of the feminine element, but the scent of the essential oil has a lot of masculine polarity in it. And that's exactly what our shaman needs. She has a firm hand that grabs your shoulder, keeps you grounded, and maintains your spiritual insight. She helps us gain a wise relationship with ourselves. If you have trouble forgiving your own mistakes or can't accept that you can't handle it anymore and that you're putting too much on yourself, pine will give you the self-confidence you need.
Through the plagues to the present
And finally, we have the famous administrator: "The pine grove smelled”. Due to its biochemical composition of terpenes, this essential oil is strongly antiseptic and serves as a mucolytic for the respiratory tract. In times of plague, pine branches were burned in squares. And as an analgesic, it relieves rheumatic pains or lower back pain. And if your significant other loses energy during nighttime games, pine will serve as a stimulant. You are welcome ;-)
Fresh breeze of hydrolate
Although no contraindications have been recorded so far, the essential oil increases blood pressure and may not be good for some people. Don't despair and hops for pine hydrolate. Like essential oil, it spiritually strengthens the personality and respiratory system. Sipping this hydrolate or sprinkling it around the face strengthens and cares for the soul, body and mind. You won't be fooled if you include it in your skin cosmetics either. It is great for acne, poorly hydrated or oily skin and eczema. Simple scents and the power of the forest in one bottle.
Pro SoZoLe Rose was written by Aneta Jirchářová, aromatherapy_flower (on Instagram)
Author: Aneta Jirchářová
A graduate of art school, she is currently studying aromatherapy, which she likes to see from the perspective of colors.
“I most often seek inspiration in nature, which I admire and respect for its wisdom. In my drawings, I try to capture the soul and power of the plant.”
