Black spruce pic via essentialhealth.com
“Picea mariana (black spruce) is a species of spruce native to northern North America, from Newfoundland to Alaska, and south to northern New York, Minnesota and central British Columbia, in the biome known as taiga or boreal forest.” Wikipedia
I’ve just used black spruce in a body wash with some other oils – simply because I had in my oil collection and never used it before. And now of course, I can’t live without it! Described as Canada’s best kept secret the scent of this oil is divine. It’s not nearly as brash as pine, but more herbaceous and green than fir (although they do smell quite similar). It is quite enchanting, warming and soft and I want to use it every day now. It’s from the Pinaceae family like these other trees and so displays some common characteristics.
A typical analysis of Black spruce essential oil is hard to find and I’ve been searching for ages. I have found a couple of MSDS’s (Material Safety Data Sheet) and many aromatherapy websites that seem to be regurgitating the same few lines. A website named Stillpoint Aromatics seems to have more specific info and claims;
“Black Spruce Essential Oil is rich in monoterpenes that give this oil its anti-inflammatory and analgesic therapeutic effects. It also is high in camphene, a monoterpene known for its mucolytic and respiratory benefits. The other chemical component of significant value, bornyl acetate, has multiple therapeutic values. It is what gives Black Spruce not only added analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties, but the energetic and emotional support for calming and sedating.”
Black and White Spruce trees pic via uptreeid.com
I still haven’t found a complete chemical breakdown on this oil (it’s called A Typical Analysis) so it’s hard for me to say specifically what this beautiful oil could be used for but it’s clear to me that just one whiff of this oil is very clarifying. I would treat this oil as an expansive oil for the third eye chakra and a great way to connect to your abundance. I’ve always thought of pine oil as an oil of abundance as so I would include this lovely black spruce, fir and other conifers in this metaphysical section too.
If the above description is correct, sounds like this oil is great for sore muscles, and what we would expect from a tree like this – help with breathing and breaking down mucous in the respiratory system. So yay for Black spruce!
A personal mist is easy to make! pic via ebay.com.au
So let’s get into some recipes –
1. Personal Aura Cleansing Mist & Room Mist
In a 50 ml mist bottle filled with water add 25 drops of oil
“Ain’t No Mountain High Enough”
Believe!
Black Spruce 10 drops
Lavender 5 drops
Orange 10 drops
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“Meditation”
Clarify and cleanse your mind –
Black Spruce 8 drops
Frankincense 8 drops
Rosewood 9 drops
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The classic Duralex glass dish is handy to make oil blends and quick perfumes in
2. Pure Pulse Point Perfume
In a little dish mix these oils and anoint your pulse points or chakras – 3 drops of essential oils and dilute with a few drops of carrier oil – always patch test first!
“Multiverse”
Go beyond this universe into other dimensions –
Black Spruce 1 drop
Rose 3% 3 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba
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“I Am”
Just ‘be’ –
Black Spruce 2 drops
Sandalwood Australian 1 drop
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Happy blending and remember to use your intention when you are creating your formulas. See my article about intention.
suzannerbanks 
Great post on black spruce. I had just ordered this oil, as it differs from the other tree oils I’ve tried. Take care.
Yes it does differ and I love it. Hope you enjoy using it Michelle, thanks for the comment