SCOTS PINE

PINUS SYLVESTRIS

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Scots pine essential oil is a powerful respiratory and nervous tonic, recognized for its expectorant, antiseptic, and stimulating properties.


Originating from European boreal forests, it offers a valuable local alternative with its characteristic fresh and balsamic fragrance that immediately evokes the purity of mountain forests.

A TRULY FRENCH ORIGIN

Grown in France, the plants from our producers are distilled either in the Drôme Provençale (fixed distillery unit), or directly in the harvest field (mobile distillery unit), then packaged in our warehouse in Isère.

Each batch is traced from the plot to the bottle, with analyses conducted by a French laboratory.

A LOCAL ALTERNATIVE

This locally grown plant can represent a relevant alternative to popular exotic essential oils.

Despite their natural origin, these can have a significant environmental impact (deforestation, pressure on biodiversity, carbon-intensive transport).

Here is an example:

Plant: Eucalyptus radiata
Origin: Australia
Comparison:

Eucalyptus radiata is richer in 1,8-cineole (70-85%) for expectoration, while Scots pine offers a more pronounced cortisone-like effect thanks to its monoterpenes. Scots pine is also more versatile for nervous fatigue and joint pain.

Please note: Each essential oil has a unique identity, and the same plant can also vary depending on its origin. The equivalences proposed here do not aim to fully replace exotic plants, but to explore complementary alternatives based on your needs.

This comparison is part of an approach to promote Made in France and Made in Europe products, while encouraging responsible use of oils sourced from fragile ecosystems such as Tea Tree or Ylang-Ylang.

Complete Plant Identity

Partie utilisée : Needles
Yield: approximately 150 kg of needles for 1 kg of essential oil
Extraction method: Steam distillation
Appearance: clear fluid liquid
Scent:Resinous, fresh, balsamic, coniferous forest
Perfumery note: Fresh, resinous, top note

QUALITY GUARANTEES

  • 100% pure, natural, undiluted.
  • Certified ORGANIC by Ecocert (FR-BIO-01)
  • HECT (French chemotyped essential oil standard)
  • Conform to EOBBD (Essential Oil Botanically and Biochemically Defined)
  • Certificate of Analysis (CoA) included via Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC/MS)

 

PLANT CHEMICAL PROFILE

Alpha-pinène 35-40%
monoterpene antiseptic, expectorant, stimulant, with powerful anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties
Bêta-pinène 15-25%
monoterpene with moderate antimicrobial, antioxidant and expectorant properties
Limonène 7-12%
decongestant monoterpene, antiseptic and mild tonic
Delta-3-carène 6-18%
monoterpene with antiseptic and expectorant properties

MOLECULAR PROPERTIES

Expectorant and mucolytic :
Thins bronchial secretions and facilitates their expulsion thanks to monoterpenes, particularly effective in catarrhs and bronchitis.
(Very powerful)
Cortisone-like stimulant :
Mimics the action of natural cortisone, stimulates the adrenal cortex and effectively combats deep asthenia and hypotension.
(Powerful)
Respiratory antiseptic :
Combats respiratory tract and bronchopulmonary infections thanks to alpha-pinene, particularly active against respiratory pathogenic germs.
(Powerful)
Neuromuscular Tonic :
Stimulates the nervous and muscular system, helps combat physical and mental fatigue, improves concentration.
(Moderate to Powerful)

WHO IS THIS oil FOR?

COSMETICS


  • Decongesting care for dull and tired skin

  • Products against excessive perspiration

  • Circulatory formulas for heavy legs and cellulite

PHARMACIES


  • Expectorant and antiseptic formulas for bronchitis and sinusitis

  • Tonic preparations for asthenia and hypotension

  • Anti-infectious respiratory solutions for inhalation

FOOD INDUSTRY


  • Very limited use and not recommended for oral administration without professional supervision due to the high concentration of monoterpenes.

AROMATHERAPY


  • Blended with radiata eucalyptus and ravintsara for respiratory complaints

  • In synergy with lavender for joint pain

  • Diluted at 20% in vegetable oil for invigorating massage of the lower back.

Précautions d’emploi

 Not recommended for:

  • Children under 7 years old
  • Pregnant / breastfeeding women
  • Epileptics
  • Asthmatics

Essential oils are not without risks:

  • Prior skin patch test recommended
  • Never ingest undiluted without consulting a healthcare professional.
  • Risks: allergy, convulsion, irritation, respiratory toxicity

Logistics

  • 1 kg bottle: 24 × 9 × 9 cm
  • 5 kg jerrycan: 28 × 18 × 23 cm
  • 10 kg jerrycan: 32 × 23 × 29 cm

Please note:

Bulk orders are non-returnable, non-exchangeable, and non-refundable, except in the event of damage during transport.

If you suspect a quality issue with a bulk order, please contact our team within 30 days.

A 10 ml sample can be requested for analysis.

Any questions? Feel free to contact us:

+33 6 13 80 34 13

contact@domainedesaromesfrancais.com.

 

SHIPPING COSTS

France : 

Mondial Relay : 14,95 €

Colissimo : 14,95 €

DHL : 24,95  €

Europe :

Mondial Relay : 15,95 €

Colissimo : 15,95 €

DHL : 25,95  €

 

SAFETY

Flammable, irritant, potentially toxic by inhalation or ingestion

Toxic to aquatic organisms

Sources : 

The information presented above is provided for informational purposes only and cannot replace the advice of a healthcare professional.


  • Myrtéa Formations. (2020). Huile essentielle de Pinus sylvestris (pin sylvestre) [Monographie longue]. https://www.myrtea-formations.com/modules/aromatheque/Fichiers_pdf/Monographies_longues/HE-Pinus_sylvestris-200515.pdf

  • Wikipédia. (n.d.). Pin sylvestre. Consulté le 29 septembre 2025, depuis https://www.wikiphyto.org/wiki/pin_sylvestre

  • Agriculture.gouv.fr. (2025). Pin sylvestre - Répartition et caractéristiques. Ministère de l'Agriculture. https://agriculture.gouv.fr/telecharger/84792

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