Product information
- INCI: Juniperus excelsa
- Other names: Savin juniper, creeping savin
- Essential oil type: 100% pure, complete
- Extraction: Steam distillation
- Part used: Berries
- Fragrance note: Smoky, sweet, balsamic, woody
- Aroma strength: Medium
- Country of origin: Turkey
- SE6573
- Main components:
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These components are specific to this batch. Chemotyping is carried out using GC-MS analysis.
- Additives: None
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Description
Black Juniper Berry Oil, extracted from Juniperus excelsa, is a notable essential oil produced in several regions, including Turkey. Juniperus excelsa, known as Black Juniper or Juniper excelsa, is a juniper species that grows at mountainous elevations and in temperate areas. It stands out in Turkish flora for its hardiness and its aromatic and medicinal properties.
Characteristics of Juniperus excelsa and Its Essential Oil
- Composition: The essential oil is extracted mainly from juniper berries, although needles and wood may sometimes also be used. The berries are rich in compounds such as pinene, sabinene and myrcene, which contribute to its therapeutic properties.
- Aromatherapy Use: Its woody, fresh and slightly spicy aroma is valued in aromatherapy for purifying the surroundings, reducing stress and promoting vigour and mental clarity.
Production in Turkey
Turkey's extensive mountainous areas and Mediterranean climate provide an ideal habitat for Juniperus excelsa. Black juniper berries are harvested sustainably in Turkey to protect the species and its natural environment. Steam distillation is the most common extraction method, preserving the berries' pure essence and therapeutic properties.
Uses and Applications
- Skin Care: Its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties make it valuable in treatments for acne, eczema and other skin conditions.
- Cleaning Products: Its odour-neutralising ability and antibacterial effect make it useful in natural cleaning products.
Precautions
Although black juniper berry oil offers numerous benefits, it must be used with care. It is potent and must be appropriately diluted before application to the skin.
Black juniper berry oil production in Turkey reflects the country's rich botanical heritage and its tradition of producing high-quality essential oils. This essential oil is valued both for its therapeutic benefits and for its contribution to biodiversity and sustainable practices in the region.
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol and oil, insoluble in water
Precautions
Do not use during pregnancy or on children under 6 years of age..
Taxonomy
Botanical name: Juniperus excelsa - Family: Cupressaceae - Genus: Juniperus
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