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Juniper: Tree, Oil, Berries, Shrub, Bush

The juniper bush is found in Canada and Europe. The berries are well known as the flavoring for gin, but to make essential oil they are first dried, then distilled. Juniper oil has been used for hundred of years as a household disinfectant.

Cystitis

Blend into a carrier oil and rub the lower abdomen at regular intervals. Also add five or six drops to your bathwiner and soak for at least fifteen minutes.

Period pain

Use as above.

Muscular/rheumatic pain

Use for massage or in the bath.

Stress and anxiety

Use for massage, in the bath or in a vaporizer.

Acne

Mix four drops with 2 tsp (10 ml) of carrier oil and gently massage the face and neck (and shoulders if acne is present there).

Poor circulation

Juniper is a stimulating oil. Use in the bath, or in a carrier oil, daily to improve circulation.