Juniper Berry OilBotanical Name: Juniperus communisOrigin: Crete Cultivation: Wild-crafted Method of Extraction: Steam Distillation Source: Berries Note: Middle Aroma: Fresh, clear but slightly woody Main Natural Constituents: a-pinene, camphene, b-pinene, sabinene, myrcene, a-phellandrene, a-terpinene, y-terpinene, 1,4-cineole, b-phellandrene, p-cymene, terpinen-4-ol, bornyl acetate, cayophyllene and trace amounts of limonene, camphor, linalool, linalyl acetate, borneol and nerol NOTE: These are completely natural components - nothing is added or taken away. Blends Well With: cedarwood, cypress, geranium, grapefruit, lavender, lavandin, bergamot, lime, vetiver, clary sage and lemongrass Properties: antiseptic, anti-rheumatic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, depurative, diuretic, rubefacient, stimulating, stomachic, sudorific, vulnerary and tonic
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Description and Uses: Juniper essential oil has astringent, antiseptic, and detoxifying properties, Juniper essential oil is said to exert a cleansing and calming effect on both the mind and body. Diluted in a bath or massage oil, Juniper oil can help relieve the pain of arthritis and rheumatism, and is said to aid in releasing fluid retention. Juniper essential oil is used in many masculine perfumes, after-shaves and colognes. Traditional use: astringent, skin detoxifier, deodorant, soothing agent.
Juniper essential oil can help calm the nerves, relieves anxiety, nervous tension and mental exhaustion. It is helpful when the prostate gland is enlarged and is used to help with the inability to pass urine, in cases of cystitis and kidney stones. It is also helpful for cellulite and fluid retention. Juniper oil generally helps with the digestive system, particularly in cases of obesity, over-indulgence of food and premenstrual bloating. Juniper oil is also used for the liver and has a tonic effect and helps regulate the menstrual cycle and eases painful period pains. It assists with the elimination of uric acid and therefore relieves pain in cases of gout, rheumatism and arthritis. Apart from this, juniper oil is also very effective for acne, eczema, oily skin, weeping eczema, psoriasis and dandruff and alleviates inflammation.
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