Juniper Berry

Juniper Berry oil acts as a nerve tonic that helps improve mood due to its calming effects. It also helps enhance poor circulation and strengthen muscles.

Botanic Name: Juniperus communis
Family: Cupressaceae
Part Used: Berries
Extraction: Steam distilled
Evaporation Rate: 30
Odour Intensity: Medium (5)
Note: Middle
Aroma: Herby, Bitter, Astringent
Origin: Hungary

• MNE Essential Oils are supplied in quality blue glass bottles with tamper-proof caps and droppers.

Ingredients

Essential Oils

100% Juniper Berry (Juniperus communis)

Main Constituents

• a-Pinene
• B-Myrcene
• B-Pinene
• Sabinene
• beta-Caryophyllene
• Terpinene-4-ol
• Limonene

How To Use

According to Health Canada (Table 2. Aromatherapy Essential Oils Uses or Purposes),  Juniperus communis  is used in Aromatherapy:

Topical Only

•  For symptomatic relief of acne or boils, eczema, and dermatitis.
•  To help relieve minor skin irritation/cuts/bruises/burns.
•  To help relieve joint/muscle pain associated with sprain/strain/rheumatoid arthritis

Topical/Inhalation

• As a nervine/calmative.

Directions For Use: Not for oral use. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes; if this happens, rinse thoroughly with vegetable oil.

Topical: Do not use the product undiluted. Mix 1-10 drops of Juniper Berry Essential Oil in 10 ml of Carrier Oil before applying it to the skin. Apply as a body massage once daily. For Local application (10% or less of body surface area), mix 8-16 drops in 10 ml of Carrier Oil before applying it to the skin. Apply 1 to 3 times per day.

In both cases, massage into the skin until the solution vanishes.

Inhalation: Add 3 – 12 drops of undiluted product to a bowl of steaming water/facial steamer. Inhale slowly and deeply for 5 to 10 minutes. Use 1 to 3 times per day.

Safety

For occasional use only. Adults 18 years and older

Cautions: Keep out of reach of children. If accidental ingestion occurs, seek urgent medical attention or contact a Poison Control Center. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult a health care practitioner. If you have epilepsy or asthma, consult a health care practitioner before use. Avoid exposure of applied area(s) to the sun.

Contraindications: Do not use this product if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Discontinue use if you experience nausea, dizziness, headache, or an allergic reaction.