Juniper is
one of many (scented) essential oils used in aromatherapy.
Essential
oils are generally used in very small quantities, e.g. measured as a
small number of drops of the essential oil in a larger quantity of
an appropriate carrier
oil.
Properties*:
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antirheumatic;
antiseptic;
antispasmodic;
antitoxic;
aphrodisiac;
astringent;
carminative;
cicatrizant;
depurative;
diuretic;
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emmenagogue;
nervine;
parasiticide;
diuretic
rubefacient;
sedative;
stomachic;
sudorific;
tonic;
vulnerary.
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Method of Extraction: |
Steam distillation (from the berries, or from the needles and wood).
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Main Constituents: |
pinene, myrcene, sabinene, limonene, cymene, terpinene, thujene,
camphene. |
From: |
Native to Northern Hemisphere incl. e.g. Scandinavia, Siberia,
Canada. |
Where to Buy: |
[No recommended supplier yet.] |
For more general
information about Aromatherapy see: Aromatherapy, Aromatherapists, Massage, Carrier
Oils, and Business
Development ideas for Therapists.
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As described in Aromatherapy textbooks - this is NOT a medical
product. No medical benefits claimed.
Some essential oils are not safe for use by everyone - consult a
qualified aromatherapist before use. |
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This Section is about
Essential
Oils
(as used in Aromatherapy). _ |
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Non-Aromatherapy
Uses of
Juniper Oil:
Fragrance in soaps, detergents, cosmetics and perfumes. Food/drink
products, incl. use of the berries to flavour gin.
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