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There is a mysterious feel to the essence of juniper as a domestic product, you will be even more mesmerized by the number of benefits that you can get from the use of juniper essential oil. It is an all-round family protection oil and would be an ideal medicine cabinet component for all its great properties.
History of Juniper
- The Juniperus communis belongs to the Cupressacea family and is commonly known to have originated in Tibet where it was used to treat certain contagions like typhoid, cholera, and during the time of the plague in Tibet it was an invaluable medicinal base.
- It was used during labor in Mongolia where women would make use of the plant’s ability to stimulate uterus muscles thereby making labor easier.
- In Yugoslavia, the use of juniper was multi-purpose in nature. From being used as a healing aid to its antiseptic abilities, juniper was a household feature.
- The French hospitals used juniper to cleanse the air and purify the environment. It was also used as a gin flavoring agent.
What are the properties of Juniper essential oil?
The essential oil is extracted by means of steam distillation of the powdered fruits, the needles and the wood.
Juniper has various properties that help us with a lot of benefits and for various uses;
| Acetate, Alpha Pinene, Alpha Terpinene | Beta Pinene, Boneol, Beta Phellandrine | Camphene, Cineol |
| Gamma Terpinene | Myrcene | Nerol |
| Para Cymene, Pinene | Sabinene | Terpinene, Terpineo |
Lifestyle Benefits of Juniper essential oil
Fighting athritis
The essential oil is powerful on relieving cramping and muscle tension and in time this helps ward off the serious effects of arthritis.
Astringent
Juniper is a great feature for the use and relief in of tooth-ache, prevention of hair loss, and the reduction of the effects of hair loss. For teeth, the benefits are deeper in that it also helps strengthen gums.
Carminative Agent
There is a lot that will happen to you if your system is not cleansed of certain impure gases. The carminative effect of juniper essential oil can help cleanse your internals.
Detoxifier
The cleansing effect is also of benefit in blood purification. The oil removes all toxins from the blood leaving your body even healthier. This also intensifies with the rubefacient capabilities which promotes blood circulation and gives you the red-faced glow of a robust life.
Sudorific
The reason it was used for the treatment and control of typhoid is the effect on the body to make it sweat. The sweating helps reduce fevers which are characteristic of typhoid symptoms.
Stimulant
Perhaps the most important quality in this age of fast living and strenuous lifestyles is that it is a stimulant. When you feel drained, stressed out, washed out and tired, the use of juniper essential oil is importance in making the body get rejuvenated. Add a few drops to your bath or to your diffuser and feel alive.
Effective blends
They can be done with,
| Bergamot | Cedarwood | Clary Sage | Cypress |
| Geranium | Grapefruit | Lavender | |
| Lemongrass | Lime | Vertiver |
Directions for use
Diluting juniper essential oil and applying topically onto a wound can help disinfect it. You can also add it as a blend to your creams to help wounds heal faster and protect it from tetanus infection. Juniper is generally a non sensorial oil but it should be avoided when pregnant due to its uterus stimulating effects.
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