There are more than 50 different types of gin worldwide. Juniper berries grow on small coniferous trees belonging to the pine family. The branches are needle-shaped with blue-black berries.Juniper Berry Essential Oil is extracted by steam distillation of the berries and branches. 1 liter of Juniper Berry Oil requires between 400 and 600 kilograms of juniper berries.
Where is it from?
The juniper is native to Asia, Europe and North America and thrives in the cold parts of the Northern Hemisphere.
Fragrance description
Warm and spicy with a hint of pine needles
Benefits of Juniper Berry Oil
Therapeutic
Juniper berry oil is known for its invigorating and energizing effect on body and mind. It can help you turn negative thoughts into positive thoughts and improve your mood.
Stimulating
In case of fatigue complaints, juniper berry oil is used to stimulate and excite you. At the same time, it has a soothing effect during moments of stress and burnout symptoms.
Sleep well
Juniper berry oil helps promote your night’s sleep. It helps you relax and prevent insomnia.
Soothes the airways
Juniper berries are often added to cough syrups. This makes it easier to cough up stuck mucus and allows you to breathe more freely.
How do you use Juniper Berry Oil?
As a massage oil
To stimulate blood circulation in the skin, mix 5 drops of juniper oil with 100 ml of base oil (e.g. argan oil). Massage this into the skin.
In Bath
Mix a few drops of juniper oil with a bath oil of your choice and add it to a warm bath.
As a pillow spray
Add 2 drops of juniper oil to 15 ml of water. Use a bottle with an atomizer for this. Mix well and spray on your pillow several times before going to bed.
In a steam bath
Fill a basin with hot water. Add 2 to 3 drops of gin oil. Hang your head above the tub and cover your head with a large towel. Inhale the steam from the water slowly. This will help you widen your airways and loosen stuck mucus.NB! Do not use undiluted on the skin. Do not use in the sun. May cause phototoxicity and affect the skin.Do not use during pregnancy and in case of kidney disease.Maximum dosage for the skin: 0.4% on 100 ml carrier oil or cream.
