Juniper Essential Oil

Botanical Name – (Juniperus communis)
Part of plant used – berries

Juniper oil has a detoxifying affect on the body. It has a clear, spicy wood aroma often used as an aftershave. It eliminates fluids and toxic waste from the body and can be invigorating as well. 

Emotional Applications 

• as a release from past experiences
• ridding the mind from negative and unwanted emotions
• purifying

Physical Applications

• Temporary relief from rheumatism and arthritis – massage, warm compress
• Fluid retention and PMS – massage, compress
• Gout – compress
• Urinary infections – massage, compress

Cautions

• Do not take internally.
• Do not use if pregnant.
• Not to be used if you have liver or kidney problems.