Found in vast regions of Southern and Eastern Europe, Juniperus communis is a small tree that grows wild in poor calcareous soils, forming slow-growing bushes that rarely exceed 4 meters in height. The berries are widely used in Europe as a spice and as a basic ingredient in the production of the well-known alcoholic beverage gin. They contain an essential oil that is extracted by a steam distillation process. The oil can also be derived from the plant’s needles and branches.
Juniperus communis L.
Bosnia Herzegovina
Code B432
CAS TSCA 8002-68-4
CAS EINECS 84603-69-0
Found in vast regions of Southern and Eastern Europe, Juniperus communis is a small tree that grows wild in poor calcareous soils, forming slow-growing bushes that rarely exceed 4 meters in height. The berries are widely used in Europe as a spice and as a basic ingredient in the production of the well-known alcoholic beverage gin. They contain an essential oil that is extracted by a steam distillation process. The oil can also be derived from the plant’s needles and branches.
In order to offer this product, we source our essential oil of juniper berry from a local producer in Bosnia, which gathers certified organic berries and distills them to order.
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In order to offer this product, we source our essential oil of juniper berry from a local producer in Bosnia, which gathers certified organic berries and distills them to order.
In cosmetics, juniper extracts are used in products like makeup removers and gels. They are also used in products for problem skin, oily skin and cellulite, as well as haircare.