Juniper

Juniperus communis

Growing method: Organic
Extraction method: Steam distilled
Part of the plant: Berries
Country of Origin: Croatia

Perfumery note: middle with mild to medium intenisity

Blends with: black pepper, cedar, clary sage, cypress, fir, frankincense, grapefruit, orange, pine, rosemary, sandalwood

Juniper has crisp soft sweet woody aroma that is has a slightly fruity undertone.

PRIMARY CONSTITUENTS: a-pinene, sabinene, b-myrcene, terpinene-4-ol, limonene, b-pinene, g-terpinene, d-3-carene, a-terpinene

Safety: 

  • Always dilute when applying to the skin.

  • Avoid with cardiac insufficiency, fever,  inflammation, or large wounds.

  • May interfere with blood pressure and seizure disorders.

  • Monitor glucose with repetitive use.

  • Prolonged use may cause low calcium & renal damage.

  • If there is a history of health concerns such a liver disease, kidney disease, cancer, or using medication, consult a qualified aromatherapy practitioner before using aromatherapy products.

Store tightly sealed away from light and heat.

For additional information and safety recommendations, we suggest reviewing Essential Oil Safety (2nd ed) by Robert Tisserand & Rodney Young ISBN: 0443062412 / 978-0443062414

CAUTIONS: Keep out of reach of children. For external use only. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes. If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult a health care professional prior to use.