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Essential Oil of Juniper

Commonly known as: Juniper Berry Oil, Juniperus Communis Fruit Oil (I.N.C.I.).

Botanical name: Juniperus communis ssp communis.

Extraction process: Distillation by steam stripping.

Family: Cupressaceae.

Part of the plant extracted: Branches and berries.

Location: Mainly in Europe.

Flowering: From June to July.

Provenance, origin: France.

Phytochemical composition: Alpha-pinene, beta-myrcene, sabinene, beta-pinene, limonene, terpinene-4-ol, beta-caryophyllene, germacrene-D, linalool, alpha-caryophyllene (alpha-humulene), delta-cadinene, bornyl acetate.

Sensorial properties: Appearance: Mobile liquid; Colour: Colourless to pale yellow, pale green; Odour: Fresh, woody, sweet, balsamic, warm.

Physical characteristics: Density = 0.850 - 0.880.

Benefits: Astringent, purifying, fragrant, draining, decongestant, antioxidant, anti-bacterial.

Concerns: All skin types, particularly oily skin, skin prone to blemishes, and acne-prone skin; All hair types, especially those with irritated scalps and/or prone to itching; Recommended for cases of cellulite and heavy legs.

Details

Usage

Facial Care(purifying gels); Body Care(shower gels, solid soaps, oils);Hair Care(shampoos, conditioners, masks).

Method of Preservation

Essential oils are sensitive to UV radiation. That's why it's recommended to store them in an amber glass bottle, away from heat.

Contraindications, Usage Precautions

Potentially allergenic. When applied topically,do not useinchildren under 6 years oldand inpregnant and/or breastfeeding women.

Do not use in case of kidney disease.

Some natural compounds found in this essential oil, such as limonene, may pose an allergy risk for certain sensitive individuals when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic composition (according to the 7th Amendment of the European Directive on cosmetic products (2003/15/EC)).

As a general rule, always conduct an application test of your preparation on the inside of your elbow, at least 48 hours before using it.

Find out more

The juniper is a shrub that grows in the mountains of Europe. In France, the berries were burned in hospitals to purify the air and combat viruses. Its essential oil is recognised for its draining properties that alleviate the appearance of cellulite.