Benefits of Juniper Berry

(En.wikipedia.org, 2017)

   Benefits of Juniper Essential Oil

Juniper is in the Cupressaceae family, and its common names are Juniper berries or juniper fruit.  Native to North America and likes to live with pines, oaks, hickory, and maple. Many indigenous people also consider J. communis sacred as well as used to rid evil spirits and deodorize sick rooms in hospitals. 

Therapeutic Uses

Analgesic (relieves pain), Antispasmodic, Anti-inflammatory, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Astringent, Antiviral, & Diuretic.  

v Acne

v Athlete’s Foot

v Cellulite

v Coughs

v Cramps

v Cystitis

v Damaged Tissue

v Fluid Retention

v Gout

v Influenza

v Insect Repellent

v Lymph Node Congestion

v Muscular Aches

v Oily Skin

v Sciatica

v Seborrhea

v Rheumatism

Rheumatism, Aches, and Pains Formula

Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis oil: 10 drops

Lavender Lavandula angustifolia oil: 8 drops

Juniper Juniperus communis oil: 6 drops

Sweet almond oil: 1 ½ ounce

Blend all together and apply one teaspoon topically as frequently as required!

If you have neck and lower back pain like myself, I suggest you try this out!

Perfumery

J. communis is used in perfumery for its fresh, balsamic notes. It blends well with cedar notes, citrus essential oils, cypress C. sempervirens, lavender L. angustifolia, and pine P. sylvestris in room spray air fresheners. Labdanum Cistus ladanifer (L.) absolute is a great fixative for Juniper.

For the House & Cookery

Flavor meat, gin, and other liqueurs. They were once used as a spice and substitute for pepper. Roasted berries have been used as a coffee substitute. Edible for humans and can provide survival food for hikers and hunters! 

References

1. En.wikipedia.org. (2017). Juniper berry. [online] Available at: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juniper_berry#/media/File:Juniperus_communis_cones.jpg [Accessed 10 Apr. 2017].
2. Petersen, D. (2016). Introduction to Aromatherapy. 1st ed. Portland, OR.