Black Pepper Organic Essential Oil

Black Pepper Organic Essential Oil

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Botanical Name: Piper nigrum

Botanical Family: Piperaceae

Main Constituents:
a-Pinene: 15.9%
Limonene: 15.8%
b-Caryophyllene: 15.8%

Plant Part: Dried Berries

Origin: Sri Lanka

Cultivation Method: USDA Certified Organic

Processing Method: Steam Distilled

Approximate Shelf Life: 2 - 3 years

Aromatic Scent: A medium strength middle note.  Dry, Fresh, Woody, Sharp, and Spicy.  Slightly reminiscent of Clove.

Blends Well With: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Coriander, Fennel, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lavender, Juniper, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, Sandalwood, Vetiver, and Ylang-ylang.

 

Analgesic, Anti-bacterial, Anti-emetic, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-septic, Anti-viral, Carminative, Digestive stimulant, Diuretic, Energizing, Expectorant, Febrifuge, Rubefacient, Stimulant, Vasodilator, Warming

 

See our General Safety Guidelines for recommended usage.

This oil is safe for children.

Add a maximum of 5 drops (0.25 mL) to 5mL of carrier oil (or 5%) for topical applications.

Can be used topically to:

  • Relieve Aches and Pains
  • Detoxify
  • Increase circulation
  • Ease stress
  • Reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms
  • Stimulate appetite
  • Aid digestion
  • Reduce fluid retention
  • Reduce high blood pressure

Can be diffused or inhaled to:

  • Ease stress
  • Purify the air
  • Reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms

 

Black Pepper supports the 1st and 2nd chakras.

 

Tisserand & Young have shown that Black Pepper oil is harmful when oxidized (including risk of sensitization) but otherwise has no known contraindications and is non-irritating. [1]

Avoid old or oxidized Black Pepper oil.  Store in refrigerator to extend shelf life.

We do not recommend topical use in concentrations above 5%.

This oil is safe for children.

This oil has GRAS status.  (Generally regarded as safe)

 

References

  1. Tisserand & Young Essential Oil Safety, 2ndEdition Churchill Livingstone Elsevier. Edinburg 2014 

Extreme overuse of essential oils can be very dangerous, and even fatal in rare cases(ingestion by children).  Always follow our General Safety Guidelines and dilute your oils.  Some people may have adverse or allergic reactions.  Do not ingest essential oil.  Avoid contact with eyes and sensitive areas.  Keep out of reach of children.  

All of our oils are of USDA certified organic origin, 100% natural, non-GMO, and Cruelty-Free, unless otherwise stated.  Any inquiries can be sent to mountainwellnessproducts@gmail.ca