Description
Botanical name: Juniperus communis
Part used: Berries
Method: Steam distilled
Colour: Clear
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery note: Middle.
Aroma: is crisp, woody, sweet, with a hint of pine.
Juniper berry oil is used in massage blends to increase circulation, which also helps with cramps and rheumatic pain.It is a diuretic, and as such helps with the removal of toxins in the body.
It is an astringent so is used to combat hair loss and for toothache and gum health.
In steam inhalation it is used for alleviating the symptoms of colds and other respiratory ailments.
Warnings
Do not use during pregnancy, or when suffering any kidney or liver problems.
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