Name : Juniper Method : Steam distillation. Note Classification : Middle Scent : Sweet, fresh, balsamic Colour : Clear or pale yellow Species : Juniperus communis Extracted From : Berries (possibly fermented) or non-essential oil from needles and wood. Region : Croatia. By-products : The principal flavouring ingredient of gin. Used in laxatives, flea treatments, soaps, cosmetics and perfumes. Used extensively in food products. Historical :Tradtionally used to treat urinary infections, gastro-intestinal problems and worms. In the Middle Ages, a juniper bush was thought to repel witches if planted by the door.In the 17th century, the English herbalist Nicolas Culpeper described juniper as ‘provoking urine exceedingly’. In WW2, French nurses burnt juniper to disinfect the air. Aromatherapy Properties : Skin tonic, acne, dermatitis, eczema, haemorrhoids, wounds. Accumulation of toxins, cellulitis, gout, obesity, rheumatism. Colds, flu, infections. Anxiety, nervous tension and stress related conditions. Blends Well With : benzoin, vetiver, clary sage, wood and citrus oils Safety Data : Non-toxic but not to be used if pregnant. Not to be used with any form of kidney disease due to its nephrotoxic effect. May be slightly irritating so use with caution. Essential oils are used for blending with carrier base oils to make special blends for massaging the body.
By adding different essential oils to the base carrier oil this then during massage carries the essential oils into the body.
So when mixing essential oil from a recipe please do not add more than recommended for one massage and if the skin is dry and you need more oil just add more carrier base oil not more essential oil.
Essential oils could be used in the bath, in cream, lotion, bath oil, bath salts, bath bombs, oil burners, inhalers, hot & cold compresses, perfume, soap & candle-making.
Always keep your oils out of the reach of children, in a safe cool dark place and keep as you would any medicines
