Essential oil of juniper is obtained by steam distillation of pre-mashed fresh or dry cone-berries of the second year (blue) of common juniper – Juniperus communis L. (cypress family – Cupressaceae). Less commonly, essential oil is obtained from pine needles and wood.
The oil is a mobile, colorless or yellowish-green liquid with a fresh woody-balsamic smell and a slightly burning bitter taste. During storage, the oil changes odor and becomes more viscous due to the polymerization of myrcene.
It has a tonic, general stimulating, bactericidal, antiseptic, expectorant, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, detoxifying, diuretic, choleretic, diaphoretic, local irritating, wound healing, insecticidal effect.
The most striking healing quality of juniper oil is its diuretic, decongestant and antitoxic effect. Possessing a pronounced diuretic effect, as well as enhancing lymph and blood flow, it helps to remove excess fluid from the tissues and cleanse the body of toxins and toxins, especially when alcohol and fatty foods are abused. Eliminates hangover syndrome. Normalizes biochemical parameters and blood count. Promotes the breakdown and excretion of uric acid from the body, prevents the formation and deposition of kidney stones. Removing toxins from the body and eliminating edema, the oil increases the elasticity of the cartilage tissue, relieves pain in case of difficulty and stiffness of movements in the joints. Helps with gout, arthritis, sciatica, atherosclerosis and rheumatism. Promotes the flow of urine with an enlarged prostate gland. It is an effective antiseptic for the genitourinary tract. It has an anti-inflammatory effect on the urinary and reproductive organs of both men and women. Normalizes the menstrual cycle, volume and regularity of menstruation. Stimulates sexual activity (aphrodisiac).
In addition, cleansing the walls of blood vessels from atherosclerotic plaques, it helps to increase their elasticity and normalize blood pressure. Helps to quickly get out of hypotonic lightheadedness: eliminates dizziness, darkening of the eyes, nausea and weakness associated with a decrease in blood pressure. Treatment of hemorrhoids with a fatty solution of juniper oil eliminates itching, inflammation and bleeding.
Juniper oil has a softening, expectorant and anti-inflammatory effect on the respiratory system.
In addition, it has a beneficial effect on the digestive system: it stimulates the secretory activity of the digestive glands, normalizes appetite, optimizes digestion processes, eliminates flatulence, has a regenerating effect on mucous membranes, prevents weight gain, is a tonic for the liver, and improves the condition of patients with cirrhosis.
The oil has a general stimulating effect on the body, helping to overcome lethargy and drowsiness resulting from congestion with toxins. It also has a strong influence on the psycho-emotional state of a person. Using it in aroma lamps, baths and massages quickly and effectively tones up the nervous system, increases vital activity, eliminates stress reactions and destructive emotions, relieves irritability and “bile”, restores mental balance. Helps with obsessive fears, apathy, insomnia. Increases composure, creative and business qualities of a person. Clears the mind, helps to maintain fortitude in difficult situations and find the right way out of them. Creates the ideal atmosphere for centering and meditation exercises.
Juniper oil is a good cosmetic product that is suitable for all skin types. The oil improves the elasticity of the skin, eliminates its flabbiness, lethargy, impure color and tired appearance. It serves as a tonic for oily skin, unclogs pores, relieves acne. The most striking cosmetic quality of juniper oil is its ability to stimulate the regeneration of skin cells and inhibit the growth of scar and atypical tissue. It eliminates inflammatory processes in the skin and promotes its rapid regeneration in case of ulcers and wounds, preventing scarring. The oil helps to eliminate infiltrates, acne, cellulite, stretch marks, eczematous and allergic dermatitis. Gives hair shine, makes it stronger, removes dandruff.
Due to its disinfecting properties, juniper oil purifies and refreshes the air, and therefore it has long been used to prevent infections during epidemics.
The oil has a detrimental effect on fleas and ticks.
Combines with oils of orange, bergamot, vetiver, geranium, grapefruit, cedar, cypress, lavender, frankincense, lime, lemongrass, lemon balm, rosemary, sandalwood, pine, sage, elemi.
Complimentary aroma – orange, lemon, lavender.
Indications for use:
Arthritis, arthrosis, osteochondrosis, lumbago, bruises, sprains, edema of various origins (cardiac, renal), rheumatism, gout, chronic bronchitis, pulmonary tuberculosis, acute respiratory infections, influenza, diabetes mellitus, atherosclerosis, impotence, urinary tract and gall bladder infection, urinary tract infection disease, dermatoses, weeping eczema, psoriasis, long-term non-healing ulcers, prevention of exposure to the body of harmful chemical factors and minor radiation effects, hemorrhoids.
Juniper oil is used as an effective general tonic. It is used for chronic inflammatory processes of the female and male genitourinary system (chronic inflammation in the uterus, prostatitis, urethritis). Baths with the addition of juniper oil normalize menstruation and are indicated for amenorrhea. Inhalation with juniper oil effectively relieves inflammation in the lungs and bronchi and is indicated for colds and flu. Essential oil helps to reduce blood sugar in diabetes mellitus and reduce body weight in obesity. The oil eliminates pain and inflammation in arthritis, rheumatism, neuritis and neuralgia. Massage blends enriched with juniper oil are effective against cellulite.
Juniper oil is used as an effective cosmetic product for the care of oily and normal skin, as well as an intimate hygiene product that normalizes the acid-base reaction and bacterial harmony of the genitals. Creams, tonics, rinses, masks, compresses enriched with juniper oil are recommended for oily and inflamed skin, open pores, acne, long-lasting ulcers and wounds, infiltrates, varicose veins, eczema, psoriasis and other dermatitis and dermatoses. Rinsing your head after shampooing with the addition of essential oil relieves dandruff.
Juniper oil repels ticks and fleas and is used for disinfestation of homes and pets.
Application methods:
For massage 4-6 drops per 10 ml of base vegetable oil.
In an aroma lamp – 4-5 drops.
For inhalations – 2-3 drops, the duration of the procedure is 4-7 minutes.
To enrich creams and tonics – 5 drops per 10 ml of base.
For compresses – 5-7 drops per 1 glass of water.
As an insecticidal agent – 5 drops of oil per 10 ml of base vegetable oil.
For the treatment of hemorrhoids – 5 drops per 10 ml of base vegetable oil.
For baths – 3-6 drops of oil, pre-mixed with an emulsifier (1/4 – 1/3 cup milk, cream, sea salt or sodium chloride solution).
Also, juniper essential is widely used in the pharmaceutical industry and veterinary medicine for the manufacture of diuretics and laxatives. In perfumery and cosmetics, it is used as a fragrance. It is used in the food industry, as well as in the production of alcoholic beverages.
Pine berries are used for medicinal purposes, as well as a flavoring agent for alcoholic beverages (especially gin) and a spicy additive for salting fish and the production of smoked meats.
Contraindications:
Check aroma for individual tolerance. Do not use during pregnancy and acute kidney disease (pyelonephritis, glomerulonephritis). Contraindicated in children under 3 years of age. Use with caution in hypertension. It is undesirable to use for more than two to three weeks in a row. When using, the dosage must not be exceeded.
Storage conditions and terms:
Essential oils are stored in tightly sealed dark glass bottles at room temperature, out of the reach of children. Avoid direct sunlight.
Release form:
Bottle 20 ml.