Initially fresh, radiant, penetrating aroma that becomes warm, woody, and dry with a soft balsamic note in the dry down. It is of very fine quality with its aerial, 'fresh forest' essence. Psychologically, it imparts fortitude and firm self-reliance. Kurt Schnaubelt states that Black Spruce essential oil has an equilibrating effect on the mind and body and is particularly useful for conditions of physical and emotional exhaustion.