Pine (Scots) (Pinus sylvestris) is a woody essential oil with a fresh, resinous aroma and a base note. Steam distillation from needle, it is a versatile blending oil that pairs well with Cedarwood (Atlas), Eucalyptus (Radiata), Lavender. For topical use, keep dilution at or below 5%.
Pine (Scots) (Pinus sylvestris) is a woody essential oil, steam-distilled from the needle, produced in Austria and Russia. Its aroma is fresh, resinous, sitting as a base note in a blend. It's commonly paired with Cedarwood (Atlas), Eucalyptus (Radiata), Lavender, Rosemary (Cineole). Keep topical use at or below 5%. It is noted for oxidation risk. Always patch-test first.
Aroma & character
Aroma
Traditional aromatherapy associations
Traditional associations only — not medical claims or evidence of efficacy.
Properties
| Perfumery note | Base |
| Aroma family | Woody |
| Chemical family | Monoterpene |
| Material type | Essential oil |
| Extraction | Steam distillation |
| Plant part | needle |
| Origin | Austria, Russia, Hungary |
| Blending factor | 5 |
| Volatility index | 3 |
| Tenacity (hours) | 5.0 |
| CAS number | 8023-99-2 |
Safety & dilution
| Max topical dilution | 5% |
| Max facial dilution | 2.5% |
| Pregnancy | No specific caution recorded |
| Nursing | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Children | Generally suitable, well diluted (from ~6 years) |
| Cats | Not recommended |
| Dogs | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Safety flags
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
Plan safe amounts with our essential oil dilution calculator.
Blends well with
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Frequently asked questions
What does Pine (Scots) smell like?
Pine (Scots) has a fresh, resinous aroma, classed as a woody oil with a base note.
What is the safe dilution for Pine (Scots)?
For topical use, keep Pine (Scots) at or below 5%, and 2.5% on facial skin. Always patch-test before wider use.
Is Pine (Scots) safe to use during pregnancy?
Our dataset records no specific pregnancy caution for Pine (Scots). That is not the same as it being established as safe — always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any essential oil during pregnancy.
Is Pine (Scots) safe to use around children?
Pine (Scots) is generally considered suitable for children when well diluted (from around 6 years old). Consult a professional for young children.
Is Pine (Scots) safe around pets?
For cats — avoid; not considered safe; dogs — generally lower-risk when well diluted. Diffuse only in ventilated spaces and consult a veterinarian.
What does Pine (Scots) blend well with?
Pine (Scots) pairs well with Cedarwood (Atlas), Eucalyptus (Radiata), Lavender, Rosemary (Camphor ct.), Lemon (Cold Pressed).