Extracted from the berries of a coniferous tree, Juniper Berry essential oil is recognized for its versatile uses and benefits. The scent of Juniper Berry oil is woody, spicy, and clean. When used for its aroma, Juniper Berry essential oil has a calming and grounding effect and can also be diffused to help cleanse and purify the air. Juniper Berry oil can be used internally as a powerful cleansing and detoxifying agent and to support urinary tract and healthy kidney function.* Applied topically, Juniper Berry essential oil acts as a natural skin toner and reduces the appearance of skin blemishes.
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Essential oils are powerful and effective when they are pure and potent. Without purity and potency, the uses and benefits of essential oils weaken and the oils are less likely to fulfill individual needs. Unfortunately, many oils available for purchase contain contaminants and filler substances that diminish the purity, potency, and effectivity of the essential oil. doTERRA’s mission is to bring a new standard of essential oils to the world by producing highly pure and potent essential oils so that anyone can experience their extraordinary benefits. doTERRA ensures the quality of their oils by putting each batch of essential oils through the CPTG Certified Pure Tested GradeTM protocol. This protocol includes a series of rigorous tests that determine the contents of each oil. If the oils are found potent and pure, then they are packaged and sold so that all can experience the life-changing benefits of essential oils.
It was said that if you dreamed of gathering juniper berries in winter, you would prosper. It is also noted that the berries of a common juniper signified honor or the birth of a boy.1
The common juniper, Juniperus communis, is an evergreen conifer tree that can grow up to 10 meters high and can live for as long as 200 years. The tree’s bark is grey-brown while the twigs of the tree are reddish brown. The leaves of the common juniper are needle-like with prickly points and are green in color. The tree also produces male and female flowers. The male flowers are small and yellow and grow near the tip of the twigs whereas the female flowers are green and eventually evolve into the purple fruit of the tree. The fruit is a berry-like cone that is fleshy and aromatic.2 doTERRA Juniper Berry essential oil is extracted from the berry of the common juniper plant.
Main Chemical Components: α-pinene, sabinene
One of the main chemical constituents found in Juniper Berry essential oil is alpha-pinene. Alpha-pinene is a monoterpene which, due to its chemical properties, can help uplift and renew when used aromatically. Another main chemical component in Juniper Berry oil is sabinene. For more information about the chemical constituents found in Juniper Berry oil or other essential oils, visit the doTERRA Science Blog.
Juniper Berry essential oils blends well with citrus oils and Cypress, Cedarwood, Sandalwood, Lavender, Melaleuca (Tea Tree), Lemongrass, Clary Sage, and Vetiver essential oils for diffusion.
Possible skin sensitivity. Keep out of reach of children. If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor’s care, consult your physician. Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears, and sensitive areas.
1. "Juniper plant description"
2. "Juniperus communis"