Complete Guide to Essential Oils/A to Z of essential oils/Juniper Berry
- Juniper Berry (Juniperus communis)
Juniper Berry oil comes from the seed cone of Juniperus communis. It has an antiseptic and diuretic effect.
Properties
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Circulatory
[edit | edit source]May lower blood pressure and reduce fluid retention.
Digestive
[edit | edit source]Relieves indigestion, flatulence and diarrhea.
Emotional
[edit | edit source]Soothes stress and anxiety. Relieves insomnia and fatigue.
Gynecological
[edit | edit source]As a diuretic, may alleviate menstrual pain and swollen breasts during menstruation.
Skin
[edit | edit source]Helps acne, dandruff, oily skin and hair and weeping eczema.
Caution
[edit | edit source]- Don't use Juniper berry oil during the first five months of pregnancy.
- Don't use it if you have kidney disease because of its diuretic properties.
