Black Pepper Essential Oil

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Black Pepper essential oil has a spicy, woody fragrance and has been used for thousands of years to treat the muscular system and to uplift the mind.

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Black Pepper essential oil is extracted from the dried, crushed, almost-ripe, red fruit of the Piper Nigrum plant that is native to East Asia. It has a strong, sharp, spicy aroma which adds an 'intriguing' note to aromatherapy blends.

Black Pepper has been used as a culinary and medicinal spice for over 4000 years. It was traditionally used as a digestive aid, muscle relaxant and aphrodisiac. In modern day aromatherapy, Black Pepper essential oil is particularly recommended for digestive problems, muscle pain, stiffness and fatigue. It is also reputed to have aphrodisiac properties thanks to its powerful, stimulating effect.

Species: Piper nigrum

Plant family: Piperaceae

Origin: India

Note: Middle to top

Extraction method: Steam distilled

Safety Note:	Black Pepper may cause irritation to sensitive skins. Always spot test first. Care should also be taken as using too much of this essential oil could over-stimulate the kidneys. It should also be avoided in pregnancy due to its possible skin sensitizing effect.
Skin:	Black Pepper essential oil may be useful in treating bruises and chilblains when used in a compress.
Mind:	Black Pepper oil has a strengthening, fortifying and uplifting effect on the mind.
Body:	Black Pepper oil can be beneficial for digestive complaints such as flatulence and constipation. Its analgesic, anti-inflammatory and rubefacient properties make it extremely useful in massage blends for muscle pain, stiffness, fatigue, rheumatism and arthritis. The oil is thought to stimulate the spleen (which is involved in the production of new blood cells) and can therefore be valuable for anaemia, or after severe bleeding or bruising.
Blends well with:	Other spices and most florals, also Frankincense, Marjoram, Rosemary and Sandalwood

Allergens Listing:

Limonene 23%, Linalool 1%.

Immunity Boosting Massage

Mix 2 drops Black Pepper, 2 drops Grapefruit and 2 drops Sandalwood into 15ml carrier oil

Winter Warming Massage

Mix 2 drops Black Pepper, 2 drops Ginger and 1 drop Cardamon in 15ml carrier oil.

Immunity Boosting & Relaxing Bath

Mix 3 drops Grapefruit, 2 drops Black Pepper and 2 drops Geranium into 15ml Bath Oil.

Fatigue Fighting Massage

Mix 3 drops Lavender, 2 drops Sweet Marjoram and 1 drop Black Pepper into 15ml carrier oil.

Muscular Relief Massage

Mix 3 drops Sweet Marjoram, 2 drops Black Pepper and 1 drop Yarrow into 15ml carrier oil.

Sensual Body Spray

Mix 100ml Orange Flower Hydrolat in a spray bottle with 10 drops each of Sandalwood and Frankincense, 8 drops each of Lime and Geranium and 4 drops each of Black Pepper and Neroli. Shake well and spray regularly. Remember to do a skin patch test before liberal use if you have sensitive skin.

Sensual Bath Oil

Mix 25ml Bath Oil with 3 drops Black Pepper, 3 drops Lavender and 1 drop Rose Absolute.