DOUGLAS FIR

Douglas Fir essential oil is steam distilled from the needles and branches of the Douglas Fir tree.

Aromatically, Douglas Fir has a clean, fresh, woody, airy scent.

Douglas Fir is a conifer that grows natively throughout North America. This tall, evergreen fir tree is frequently used in the Christmas tree industry and has a lemon scented note that’s sweet and refreshing. dōTERRA Douglas Fir essential oil is sustainably sourced from young trees in New Zealand, where it is a highly invasive species threatening the country’s ecosystem. By harvesting the young Douglas Fir trees and using them for essential oil, dōTERRA is helping to combat the environmental impact of the trees overtaking the land while providing a premium conifer essential oil. Douglas Fir has a unique chemical composition that’s particularly rich in beta-pinene, contributing to its ability to promote feelings of clear airways. Douglas Fir can also be used to purify the skin and promote a positive mood. Blending Douglas Fir with citrus oils will create an uplifting environment while freshening the air.

Top Uses

Always follow recommended dilution when applying. DO NOT take internally.​
  • Promotes feelings of clear airways and easy breathing.
  • Cleansing and purifying to the skin.
  • Promotes a positive mood and sense of focus.
  • Combine Douglas Fir with Wild Orange, Lemon, or Bergamot in a diffuser to freshen the air, uplift mood, and promote a sense of focus.
  • Add 1 drop to facial cleanser, bar soap, or body wash for added cleansing benefits and an invigorating aroma.
  • Diffuse 2–3 drops Douglas Fir with 2–3 drops Eucalyptus, or rub into hands and inhale deeply to promote feelings of clear airways and easy breathing.
  • Combine with 1-2 drops of Wintergreen for a relaxing massage experience.

Emotional Aspects

​Douglas Fir is regarded as the “Oil of Generational Wisdom.”

​It may assist one in generational healing, respect for elders, wisdom, and learning from the past. Douglas Fir may also assist one in releasing negative generational patterns, and feeling burdened by family members.​

Main Constituents

  • beta-Pinene
    • ​Supports immune function and response*
    • May help maintain healthy blood glucose  levels already in the normal range*
    • Supports healthy respiratory system*
  • Sabinene
    • ​Skin cleansing properties
  • Terpinolene
    • ​Promotes feelings of calmness and relaxation when used aromatically
    • May promote cellular health and immune system function*
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Scent Profile

Middle Note
  • Clean
  • Fresh
  • Woody
  • Sweet

Substitutions

Emotional

Chemistry

Blends Well With

Found In

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Approximate Drops Per Bottle:
15 mL = 250
10 mL = 170
​ 5 mL = 75

Sourcing Information​

One of the main reasons I chose dōTERRA is because of where and how they source their essential oils. dōTERRA believes that plants produce the best chemical properties when they are grown and harvested in their native habitat. ​
dōTERRA sources Douglas Fir from New Zealand. Each batch of essential oils goes through over 60 tests to ensure that they are pure, potent, effective oils worthy of the dōTERRA name. Some of those tests are:
  • Organoleptic testing
  • Microbial testing
  • Gas chromatography
  • Mass spectrometry
  • Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy (FTIR)
  • Chirality testing
  • Isotopic analysis
  • Heavy metal testing
You can access the GC/MS reports of each batch of dōTERRA essential oils. These tests are done by an independent third-party lab. Your unique Quality ID is located on the bottom of your bottle. Enter that ID at sourcetoyou.com to access the reports.
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Environmental Stewardship

Although Douglas Fir grows natively throughout North America, it is an invasive species in New Zealand. The trees were introduced into New Zealand for the timber industry. Douglas Fir grows almost twenty times faster in New Zealand than in the US, consequently, they have overtaken parts of the land to the point that native plants are prevented from growing.

We are harvesting new growth and 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 utilize needle biomass that would otherwise be left on the side of the mountains or burnt following commercial forest harvest for timber.

​By sourcing Douglas Fir from New Zealand, we are striving to protect and preserve the native ecosystem of New Zealand. Without our work, the “wilding” or young Douglas Fir trees would continue to take over land and/or chemicals would be used to remove them, which could also impact other species. Instead, through our partnering with New Zealand in their country’s environmental preservation efforts, this provides a beautiful essential oil from what otherwise might have been waste product.

Research Resources

dōTERRA
The Essential Life
​Emotions & Essential Oils
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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