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Fir Twigs (fresh)

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Decoration on sauna benches, waving with twigs

DosagePlacing wood shavings (approx. 2-3 tablespoons) in a stove bowl filled with water
Intensity5/10
Best UseClassic wellness Aufguss
Note ClassificationBase note
Safety Information

Wood chips or coarse wood material must never be placed directly on the hot oven stones due to acute fire and smoldering hazards.

Overview

Description & Origin

Fresh silver or noble fir branches. Decoratively laid out in the sauna or waved over ice balls.

Fragrance Classification

Base note

Rich, lingering molecules. Grounding, warming, and deep, stays longest in the cabin.

Scent Characteristics & Impact Intensity

Cooling1/10
Warming6/10
Activating1/10
Relaxing7/10
Fresh & Invigorating9/10
Grounding8/10
Emotional AtmosphereFresh clarity & forest atmosphere

Sauna Application

Typical UseDecoration on sauna benches, waving with twigs
Recommended MethodDry steaming / incensing
Recommended Dosage & DecoctionPlacing wood shavings (approx. 2-3 tablespoons) in a stove bowl filled with water
Alternative HandlingWood chips in water-filled stove bowl
Synthetic Dosage (Water)N/A
Temperature Range80°C - 90°C
Target AudienceMedium groups (15-45 people)
Aufguss VariantClassic wellness Aufguss
Steam IntensityMedium

Safety & Risks

Important Safety Rules

Wood chips or dry wood material must never be placed directly on the hot oven stones due to acute fire and smoldering hazards. Always use a suitable stove bowl or herb sieve.

Well-being Effects

Sharp needles can fly into eyes during waving.

Pro Parameters for Sauna Masters

Preparation MethodDry steaming / incensing
Water DosageDirect addition of wood chips to Aufguss water (decoction) possible after straining
Show Aufguss SuitabilityExcellent
Evaporation RateSlow / lingering
Evaporation / PersistenceVery long-lasting (4-8 hrs)
Ceremony SequenceFinal round
Application WarningWood chips or coarse wood material must never be placed directly on the hot oven stones due to acute fire and smoldering hazards.
Practical NotesAlways use a stove bowl with water or a herb sieve with sufficient safety distance from the hot stones.

Scent Combinations & Harmonies

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Popular Recipes with Fir Twigs (fresh)

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