Juniper Berry Essential Oil

Product Details Scientific Name: Juniperus Communis L Origin: Austria Plant Part: Berries Scent: Woody, Earthy, Sweet, Crisp, and Slightly Fruity Color: Clear Consistency: Thin Perfumery Note: Middle Initial Aroma Strength: Medium Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Juniper Berry Essential Oil: Benefits, Uses, and Blends Believe it or not, the Juniper Berry is not actually a berry. It’s a seed cone that simply appears as a berry due to its fleshy appearance. These cones grow on the coniferous trees and shrubs widely prevalent in the Northern Hemisphere. One juniper forest—found in the mountains of Tibet—even sits as high as 16,000ft. While there are over forty-five different varieties of Junipers. VINEVIDA’s Juniper Berry Essential Oil comes from the Juniperus Communis, which is native to India. This fragrant oil gives off a resinous, earthy aroma, with sweet and slightly fruity undertones. These “Berries” have many roles, including medical, cosmetic, and even botanical in alcoholic beverages. The History of Juniper Berry Essential Oil The use of Juniper Berries dates back to 1500 BCE. The Ebers Papyrus is a famous Egyptian Papyrus, dictating herbal knowledge from that time. Juniper Berries feature as part of a treatment to cure tapeworms. Historical evidence shows the burning of Juniper Berries as a common method to ward off epidemics and plague, particularly in Ancient Greece. Juniper Berry Essential Oil was also frequently used in ancient times, though more commonly for medicinal purposes. One of its more interesting uses was to help increase stamina in Greek Olympians. Juniper Berries were also commonly used to flavor food and drink all over Europe, but particularly in Scandinavia. This is why it should come as no surprise that it is also an additive to alcoholic beverages! Originating from the Netherlands in the 17th century, gin is locally known as  “Jenever”. Though Juniper Berries had been used as a botanical to flavor alcohol for centuries prior—including in the Scottish Highlands—this is when gin truly came into fashion. Jenever is still the national drink of the Netherlands, though it is popular in many areas around the world. Juniper Berries still provide many beverages with fresh, herbaceous flavor, but their use in essential oils is becoming more prevalent. Juniper Berry Essential Oil uses may have changed slightly over the years, but it has long been a player in the world of alternative medicine and deserves some recognition. Let’s take a closer look at how the components of this oil break down: Juniper Berry Essential Oil Benefits: Component Breakdown Beta-pinene: Research shows b-pinene holds promise as an antibacterial and antimicrobial agent, particularly against the common Candida Albicans . It is also a common additive in many products such as dairy and baked goods. Beta-pinene is one of the most important components taking part in Juniper Berry Essential Oil benefits. Beta-myrcene: Studies show beta-myrcene to be a significan