Wild Cypress (Juniper)

Juniper essential oil has a fresh, balsamic, woody and spicy aroma. In aromatherapy it is used for coughs, as an antipyretic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic and tonic. It effectively relieves mental fatigue, nervous tension and restlessness helping those suffering from headaches, insomnia, tension and stress. When used on the skin, it stimulates circulation gradually reducing cellulite and helps to cleanse and open skin pores, allowing the body to eliminate toxins. It also effectively contributes to skin problems such as acne, oiliness, dermatitis, eczema and psoriasis. Finally, it also acts as an insect repellent, especially with spiders. On a psychological level it relieves stress, negativity and old psychological traumas, deepens the feeling of love and peace and calms, cleanses and uplifts the spirit. It combines excellently with Geranium, Lavender, Bergamot, Lemon, Orange, Sage and Lemongrass.

Juniperberry, with the official name Juniperus Communis, is a coniferous plant of the Cypress family with over 60 species of aromatic evergreen trees or shrubs. A plant native to Greece, it is also known as Juniper. Juniper was considered for centuries an excellent antiseptic, as it was used as a cleaner and disinfectant by the servants of castles and farmhouses.