Juniper Berry - Essential Oil - 10ml

Name: Juniper Berry

Common Names: Common juniper, dwarf juniper, juniper

Botanical Name: Juniperus communis L.

Family: Cupressaceae

Plant Part Used: Berries

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Perfumery Note: Top

Aromatic Intensity: Medium

Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody-sweet, balsamic, pine needle-like scent

Colour/Characteristics: Clear to very pale yellow liquid

Main Chemical Constituents: α-pinene, ß-pinene, ß-myrcene, sabinene, limonene, terpinene-4-ol, α-terpineol, α-thujene, carophyllene

Blends Well With: Black pepper, kunzea, ginger, sweet orange, grapefruit, lemon, lavender, lemongrass, clary sage, tea tree, cedarwood, cypress

Properties/Uses: Antirheumatic, analgesic, antiseptic, carminative, diuretic, depurative, expectorant, decongestant, detoxifier, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antispasmodic, antiviral, stimulant, astringent, rubefacient.  May be used to treat the symptoms of poor circulation, digestive upsets, poor appetite, flatulence, bloating, indigestion, abdominal pain, muscular aches and pains, rheumatism, arthritis, fibromyalgia, neuralgia, joint pain and stiffness, sciatica, strains and sprains, colds, flu, respiratory congestion, bronchitis, acne, oily skin, eczema, weepy eczema, psoriasis, slow healing wounds, urinary tract infections, cystitis.

Energetics: May be used to treat the symptoms of nervous or intellectual fatigue, fluctuating energy levels, worry, fear, lethargy, apathy, gloominess, negative thoughts, mental disorientation or confusion and lack of motivation.  Can help energise, stabilise and centre us as well as promoting strength and empowerment and self confidence.  Juniper berry can refresh our minds and help to resolve confusion, negative thoughts and mental fogginess.  Juniper berry can help to clear the body, spirit, mind, aura and room of negative thoughts or perceptions that can interfere with our confidence and sense of self worth, allowing us to release them thus strengthening our own intuition and trust of our inner voice and wisdom.  

Use: Bath, diffuser, direct inhalation, oil burner, oil vaporiser, skin care, ointment, balm, salve, cream, massage

Safety: Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitising.  Contraindicated if pregnant or for those with kidney disease for internal use.  Prone to oxidisation which may cause skin sensitisation.  Has GRAS status.

Conservation Status: Listed as Least Concern on the IUCN red list

We do not recommend these products as a replacement for traditional medicine.

Do Not Ingest.

Do Not Use Undiluted.

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.

Discontinue Use If Irritation Occurs.