Pinus species
Resin oil
Oil
Turpentine oil
A pine resin oil used in liniments for sore muscles.
- Botanical name
- Pinus species
- Also known as
- Tarpin tel
- Part used
- Resin oil
- Evidence
- Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5
- Body systems
- Joints and muscles
In tradition
Used in rubs to warm and relieve stiffness.
In research
Its terpenes act as a counter-irritant when applied to the skin.
Strength of evidence
Traditional use Evidence level 1 of 5Documented in classical texts or long practice. Not yet tested in clinical trials. How we grade evidence.
Safety and cautions
For external use only. Can irritate the skin. Do not swallow.
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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