Juniper Berry: Juniperus communis (L.)
Why juniper? Fresh juniper berry essential oil is perfect for relaxing and soothing the weary soul. It is also lovely addition to any air freshener or hydrosol with its fresh and springy aroma.
Quality Assured: Our organic juniper berry essential oil is responsibly sourced from Balkans. The oil is steam distilled from the ripe berries of the juniper tree. Every batch of oil is Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth and produced without the use of genetic engineering, artificial fertilizers, or pesticides. Additionally, our expert aromatherapists here at the Apothecary Shoppe personally assess all of our oils—using touch, taste, smell, and lab analyses—to ensure that your essential oil is suitable for use and entirely free of adulterants.
Independent third-party lab reports including GC/MS and pesticide testing results are available upon request. Please send a request to apothecary@achs.edu and include the essential oil Latin name and lot number; results include a comparative analysis with ISO and the Pharmacopeia when available.
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Benefits: Diffused in a relaxing blend, juniper can create a calm and balanced atmosphere in the home. Juniper berries are used to flavor meat, gin, and liqueurs. They were once used as a spice and substitute for pepper, and were roasted as a coffee substitute.
Regulatory Status: Juniper berry essential oil is listed on the FDA Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) list.
How to Store Your Oil: Keep your essential oils stored in a cool dark place. All citrus oils, pine, and juniper should be stored in the fridge to prevent oxidation. If an oil spoils from heat and oxidizes, it can cause skin irritation.
Oils That Blend Well With Juniper Berry: Try blending the fresh and balancing aroma of juniper berry essential oil with
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cedar Cedrus atlantica
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citrus oils
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cypress Cupressus sempervirens
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lavender Lavandula angustifolia
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pine Pinus sylvestris
Formulas:
SOOTHING BODY RUB:
Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis oil: 10 drops
Lavender Lavandula angustifolia oil: 8 drops
Juniper berry Juniperus communis oil: 6 drops
Base oil: 1.5 ounces
Blend the essential oils into the base oil and apply externally as frequently as desired.
INVIGORATING RUB:
Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis oil: 10 drops
Juniper berry Juniperus communis oil: 8 drops
Black Pepper Piper nigrum oil: 6 drops
Base oil: 1.5 ounces
Blend the essential oils into the base oil and apply externally as frequently as desired.
HAPPY WATER BLEND:
Lavender Lavandula angustifolia oil: 6 drops
Eucalyptus Eucalyptus globulus oil: 4 drops
Juniper berry Juniperus communis oil: 4 drops
Thyme Thymus vulgaris oil: 1 drop
Blend the oils and take 3 drops on a little honey three to four times a day.
