Botanical Name: Juniperus communis
Country of origin: The Himalayas of India
Growing method: Wild Plant part: Berries
Extraction Method: Steam distillation
Characteristics
Juniper berry oil is pale yellow oil with a fresh, rich-balsamic, woody-sweet and pine needle-like odour reminiscent of evergreen oils distilled from dried and ground berries. The berries are plucked once a year from the branches of the small bushy shrubs and trees, 1-11 metres in height growing at an altitude ranging from 2,682 to 4,694 metres in the Himalayan region.
Therapeutic actions
Antirheumatic, antiseptic, carminative, diuretic
When to use: Juniper berry essential oil is credited as being a supportive, restoring, and tonic aid. Good oil for meditation. Popular oil in weight loss and detox blends, because it is diuretic, and considered purifying and clearing.
How to use
Bath, foot bath, compress, massage, ointment, skin care, direct inhalation, diffuser, oil vaporiser.
Blends well with
Clary sage, sandalwood, bergamot, geranium, marjoram. rosemary, chamomile, eucalyptus.
Note: Middle with a medium aroma strength.
Traditional usage
In traditional Indian medicine, the oil is applied externally to relieve rheumatic pain to counteract alopecia; as a styptic and to wounds.
Personality profile
Spring is the essence of Juniper
Energetics and subtle aromatherapy
Planet: Sun
Element: Fire
Magical influences: Protection, Purification, Healing
Safety precautions
Non-toxic, non-irritant. Avoid during pregnancy.
Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only.
This product was added to our catalog on Tuesday 25 April, 2006.