Status: Wildcrafted Latin: Juniperus communis Family: Cupressaceae Country: Croatia Extraction: Steam distilled Part distilled: The ripe fruit Odor: Fresh, piney, bittersweet and woody Aromatherapy Uses:: Cleansing on many levels oily skin, blocked pores and congested liver. Clears negative energy in a room and brings in Love energy. Analgesic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antidiabetic, antispasmodic, antiarthritic, astringent, diuretic, bladder and kidney stimulant, general stimulant, regulates digestive system (via ANS) Skin: acne, hair loss, oily skin, blocked pores, wounds, skin tonic; cellulite (?) Muscular/Skeletal: rheumatism, arthritis, sciatica Cardio-vascular/ Lymphatic: hemorrhoids, aids lymphatic circulation- drainage of toxin accumulation Immune: colds, flu and infection Digestive: aids detoxification from over indulgence food, alcohol, stimulates digestion; eases sour or upset stomach; colitis ( inflammatory,spasmodic), intestinal fermentations Genito-Urinary/ Reproductive: induces menstruation, eases menstrual pains, leucorrhea, cystitis Nervous Brain/ Mind: anxiety, nervous tension, stress, poor memory, clears the mind Emotional/Energetic: Purges the Spirit of worry and self absorption that is rooted in fear of failure. Assists in overcoming life’s obstacles by replacing our stasis and isolation with movement and openness. Blends well with: patchouli, cypress, fennel, frankincense, geranium, grapefruit, orange, lavender, lemongrass, lemon, lime and rosemary Satety Data: Sensitising, may beslightly irritating, non-toxic. Due to its possible nephrotoxic effect, it should not be used by those with kidney disease. Avoid in pregnancy. SOURCES: Sheppard-Hanger Sylla, THE AROMATHERAPY PRACTITIONER REFERENCE MANUAL, Tampa, 1998 Mojay, Gabriel, Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit, London, 1996 Battaglia, Salvatore, The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, Brisbane, 1997 |
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