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Arborvitae – Blue Tansy Birch Betula lenta Uses: Provides a soothing massage and cooling sensation after exercise. Promotes healthy-looking skin. Apply topically to reduce appearance of blemishes. Body Systems: Nervous, Skin, Musculoskeletal Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents > 98% Methyl salicylate Black Pepper Piper nigrum Uses: Provides antioxidant support, supports healthy circulation, and aids digestion. Enhances food flavor. Diffuse to soothe anxious feelings. Body Systems: Nervous, Cardiovascular, Digestive Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 8–46% Beta- caryophyllene 9–25% Limonene 0.1–23% Sabinene 2–20% beta-Pinene 1–20% alpha-Pinene 0.01–21% delta-3-Carene Blue Tansy Tanacetum Anuum Uses: Helps reduce the appearance of blemishes. Provides a soothing sensation when applied to the skin. Body Systems: Skin Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 2–15% Chamazulene 10–30% Sabinene 5–20% Camphor 2–10% beta-Pinene Legend: Monoterpene Sesquiterpene Other Alcohol Aldehyde Alkene Ester Ketone Phenylpropene Phenol Ether *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. *Statements marked with asterisks refer to internal use only. Some essential oils containing the compounds presented are not recommended for internal use.   23