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sweet-birch oil

/ˈswiːt bɜːrtʃ ɔɪl/

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/ˈswiːt bɜːrtʃ ɔɪl/C1formalmedical
  • ruАроматическое масло, извлекаемое из коры сладкой берёзы (Betula lenta), традиционно используемое в фитотерапии и в качестве ароматизатора. Содержит метилсалицилат, который придаёт ему запах, напоминающий грушанку, и анальгетические свойства.

An aromatic oil extracted from the bark of the sweet birch tree (Betula lenta), traditionally used in herbal medicine and as a flavoring agent. It contains methyl salicylate, which gives it a wintergreen-like scent and analgesic properties.

  1. Essential oil from birch barkC1formal

    An aromatic oil extracted from the bark of the sweet birch tree (Betula lenta), traditionally used in aromatherapy and folk medicine for its analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.

    ruЭфирное масло из коры берёзы

    • Sweet-birch oil is often diluted and applied topically to soothe sore muscles.
    • The distinct wintergreen scent of sweet-birch oil comes from its high methyl salicylate content.
    • Some people use sweet-birch oil in homemade balms for joint pain.