Juniper

Juniperus communis-distilled from the berries, the needles and wood. Has a sweet, fresh, woody, balsamic odor. Blends well with VETIVER, SANDALWOOD, CEDAR, GALBANUM, ELEMI, CYPRESS, CLARY SAGE, LAVENDER, PINE, FIR, ROSEMARY, GERANIUM, and citrus oils. Used as fragrance component in soaps, cosmetics, perfumes, after-shaves. Used in many food products, but especially soft drinks and to flavor gin. Related to Virginia CEDARWOOD.

CAUTIONS: Generally considered non-toxic, non-irritating. Possible sensitizer. Avoid use on delicate skin. Dilute well for topical use. . Best suited for diffusing and inhalation.

CHARACTER: “Restoring Path”, Cleansing, Purifying, Visionary, Supportive, Enlightened

ENTERIC COLORS: Silver, White, Blue

CRYSTAL: Red Jasper, Pyrite, Turquoise

CHAKRA: 3

ELEMENT: Fire, Ether

PERFUME NOTE: Middle

Blending Factor=4

ASTRO: Jupiter or Sun
ENERGY TYPE: 1, 4

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES: Self-worth, Peace, Inner Vision, Uplifting, Strength, Vitality, Meditation, Conviction, Sincerity

PERSONALITY:

+Prefer to be dictated by their own intuition or religious belief.

+Have a reverence for anything sacred. Drawn to spiritual path, but privately.

+Springtime; things fresh and new. May appear immature because they take such delight in new experiences and knowledge.

+Not afraid to enjoy themselves in a way that expresses delight.

+Rejoice in simple pleasures. Appreciate the uniqueness of each occasion.

+Ability to live in the present. Always have time for other people.

+Genuine pleasure in others’ company.

+No matter what life throws at them, they will pull through and laugh once again.

+Best suited to professions that allow freedom of thought.

-If negative, they appear vulnerable, uneasy, doubtful, depressed.

-Don’t take kindly to authority or being the underdog.

USED TO HEAL THESE NEGATIVE ATTRIBUTES: Nervous exhaustion, guilt, Dissatisfied, Anxiety, Listless, Weak, Emptiness, Conflict, Defensive, poor memory, jet lag

USED TO HEAL THESE PHYSICAL STATES: Acne, dermatitis, eczema, hair loss, toxins, gout, obesity, colds, flu, infections, cystitis, coughs, depression, liver problems, rheumatism, ulcers, wounds, skin care, oily skin. Supports and improves circulation through the kidneys.

PROPERTIES: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, diuretic, nervine

BLENDS: Anasazi, Blue Lace Agate, Brave Heart, Chaco,Crown Prince, Eagle Eye, Eucalyptus Grove, Grand Staircase, Into The Woods, Kaibab Canyon, Kokopelli, Mesa Verde, Muladahara, Ocean Jasper, Petroglyph, Silver River, Terra Cotta, Timberline,

ARCHETYPES: DEFENDER, RESCUER, ACTOR, WARRIOR