Juniper berry

This Mediterranean scrubland shrub produces two slightly different essential oils when only the berries are distilled, or when the berries are still attached to the branches. This is the pure berry essential oil, with its sweet, balsamic fragrance.

Aromatherapy

Internal use:

• oral ++

External use:

• Respiratory:
  Gentle olfaction ++
  Inhalation
  Diffusion ++
• Skin: +++
• Bath: +++

Cosmetics

External use

• Face +
• Body +++
• Hair +++

Cooking

• Internal use ++

This sumptuously scented essential oil is composed mainly of monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes. For external use, Juniper berries and twigs essential oil is preferable. On the other hand, it is ideal for internal use, in olfaction or perfumery!

Aromatherapy

Internal use

• Invigorating, supports the metabolism, particularly during the slimming phase.
• Soothing, promotes digestive comfort.
• Boosts vitality.

External use

• Helps maintain supple joints.

Cosmetic

For external use

• Purifies and soothes problem skin and scalp.
• Draining, helps care for the skin.
• Adds a woody, rather masculine note to perfumes and cosmetics.

Cuisine

Internal use

• Goes well with meat and vegetable dishes (cabbage, sauerkraut, etc.).

The aroma given off by juniper berry essential oil is balsamic, sweet, woody and slightly peppery. Its scent rids the mind of its "waste", restoring vigour and freeing the will to act.

The information given in this Guide to essential oils is for information purposes only: it is a summary of the properties described in recognised aromatherapy books and/or in accordance with ancestral and popular traditions. The properties presented are taken from the works cited in the bibliography above. They do not constitute medical information or a list of indications.

• Food supplement.  Not a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended dose (1 drop 3 times a day, maximum 100 mg).
• Not recommended for pregnant or breast-feeding women or children under 12.
• Ask a health professional for advice.
• Do not use for prolonged periods without the advice of a specialist (maximum 6 weeks).
• Nephrotoxic in the event of overdose or prolonged oral use.
• Do not use in cases of kidney inflammation, nephritis or renal failure.
• Risk of allergy (limonene): take care not to overdose in mixtures; an elbow test is recommended prior to any skin application (at least 48 hours before use).
• Keep out of reach of young children.
• Avoid contact with eyes.
• Keep away from sources of heat and light.