Botanical name:
Juniperis communis
Warm, strengthening and invigorating
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Please do not use this information as a guide for how to use essential oils at home.
Properties and applications:
Topical Circulatory System - muscular aches and pains, stiff muscles, poor circulation
Stimulant, Emotional Tonic - frustration, tiredness, debility, chronic stress-related conditions
Antiseptic, Antimicrobial - bacterial, fungal and viral infections
Diuretic/Cleansing - toxin build up
Hormone Regulator - irregular periods, pms, menopause, oedema,
Family:
Cupressaceae
Country of origin:
Italy, Bosnia, Serbia, Croatia
Part of plant used:
Ripe berries
Method of extraction:
Steam distillation
Blends with:
Woods and florals.
Chemical character:
Terpene type
Safety information:
No known contra-indications.
Odour profile:
Pungent, woody and sweet pine.
Plant description:
Evergreen tree with cloudy blue berries.
Historical use:
Used by ancient Greeks to fight infections, popular for combating stress and loss of vitality.