What Is Juniper Berry Oil?
Juniper (Juniperus communis) is a coniferous evergreen shrub that belongs to the pine family (Cupressaceae) and is commonly found on mountains in North America, Europe and Southwest Asia. Both the branches and the berries of the leaves have been used since ancient times for medicinal and spiritual purposes.
Juniper essential oil is traditionally steam-distilled from the needles, twigs, wood and berries. However, juniper berry oil, which is extracted solely from steam distilling the berries, is superior in quality. It's a pale oil with a watery viscosity and a fresh, clear and slightly woody and fruity fragrance.
Traditional Herbal Uses for Juniper Berry*
- Calms the mind and balances emotions.
- Eases mental fatigue.
- Cleanses and tones the skin.
- Astringent qualities.
- Enhances circulation.
Traditional Herbal Benefits of Juniper Berry Oil*
Juniper Berry oil has many beneficial plant properties that contribute to its health-promoting effects. This relaxing oil has been found helpful in relieving mental and emotional fatigue. It may also be applied to alleviate a wide range of skin and hair problems such as; eczema, blemish-prone skin, psoriasis, flaking scalp, as well as loosen stiff, sore muscles and joints. Its ability to enhance circulation makes it the perfect massage oil for gout and arthritis sufferers. Juniper Berry oil is also an astringent that may help promote relief from hemorrhoids - just add it to your hot bath.
Suggested Use:
Shake well before use. Use as a daily moisturizer for both body and face, add to your bath, use to remove make-up, and great for use after shaving.
Great for therapeutic massage. Take a bottle with you to your next massage appointment!
For hemorrhoids, simply add a drop to your hot bath. Sit in the bath for 20 minutes.
This is one of the more frequently recommended massage formulas described in the Edgar Cayce Health Care philosophy.
Ingredients:
Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Peanut Oil, Lanolin, Juniper Berry Oil.