DESCRIPTION: Is a low growing shrub or tree with fine bluish-green needle-like leaves, small flowers and dark blue berries. The tree is native to Scandinavia, Canada, Asia and Northern Europe. The Greeks, Romans and Arabs has valued it for its antiseptic properties, it was also used in many medicinal systems in China and Ancient Egypt. During the Paleolithic times it is believed that Junipers were burned to ward-off disease, and is still currently used for spiritual practices in Tibet. Juniper berries is also a known raw material for gin.
It is suitable for blends for exhaustion, anxiety and tension. |
BOTANICAL NAME | Juniperus Communis |
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COUNTRY OF ORIGIN | Bulgaria |
METHOD OF EXTRACTION | Steam Distillation |
COLOR | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
AROMATIC DESCRIPTION | Balsamic-woody pine |
PERFUMERY NOTE | Middle |
SAFETY DATA & PRECAUTION:
Best avoided by those with kidney disorders. Best avoided during pregnancy. May cause irritation to some people. GRAS Status
General: As with all essential oils, do not use them undiluted or take internally unless working with a qualified and expert practitioner. Avoid eye areas. Keep away from children and pets. If applying an essential oil to your skin always perform a small patch test to an insensitive part of the body. Dilute oils in appropriate carrier oils. |
DISCLAIMER:
For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
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