Juniper Berry

It is derived from a coniferous tree. Juniper Berry essential oil has a amusing history of old-fashioned uses and welfares. It reduces the appearance of skin blemishes. Its woody, spicy, yet fresh aroma has a calming effect. It cleanses and purifies the air. It also eases labor pain, and is used as a flavoring agent. Both the branches and the berries of the leaves have been used since ancient times for medicinal and spiritual purposes. The evergreen tree is also popular as a residential ornament plant, often used in wildlife plantings and shelterbelts.

Uses:

•  Stress Relief: Use a TC diffuser to diffuse the oil, which helps relieve emotional issues, such as addiction, nervous tension and hangovers
• Pain Relief: added to your bath water for pain relief, such as for arthritis, pain in passing urine, swollen joints, muscle fatigue
• Cure Acne: by adding to your face creem or body lotion you can get ride of  oily skin, acne, dermatitis, psoriasis and weeping eczema
• Relaxant and Sleep Aid: The smell of juniper berries offersemotional support and reduce physical and emotional signs of stress and helps you fall sleep

Botanical Name: Juniperus communis L. cupressaceae.

Main Constituents:
α-Pinene: 34.3%
Sabinene: 14.2%
β-Myrcene: 12.4%

Plant Part: Berries

Processing Method: Steam Distilled

Blends With: 

Sandalwood, Bergamot, Geranium, Marjoram, Rosemary, Chamomile, Eucalyptus and clary sage

Cautions: Dilute before use; for external use only. May cause skin irritation in some individuals; a skin test is recommended prior to use. Contact with eyes should be avoided. 

General: As with all essential oils, never use them undiluted, in eyes or mucus membranes. Do not take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Keep away from children. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body (after you have properly diluted the oil in an appropriate carrier.

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This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.