The Historical Origins and Main Effects of Juniper Essential Oil
Historical records of juniper essential oil and its development and changes, and the effects of juniper essential oil - did you know?
History of juniper essential oil:
Juniper played a very important role in the treatment of contagious diseases such as cholera and typhoid fever. In Tibet, it was used to prevent plagues. Greek, Roman and Arab physicians all valued its antibacterial effects. In Mongolia, women used juniper to assist with childbirth. Herbal scholars of the 15th and 16th centuries greatly admired juniper, not only because it could prevent plagues, but also because it was a specific remedy for bites. Interestingly, in ancient Celtic, "juniper" meant "bite".
For a very long period, French hospitals burned branches of juniper and rosemary to purify the air. In Yugoslavia, it was revered as a panacea and was once even believed to improve diabetes.
The Bible once mentioned juniper's effect of replenishing a weary spirit. In 1 Kings 19:4 and 19:5, it is recorded that the exhausted Elijah lay down under a broom tree (that is, a juniper). In addition, juniper is also famous as one of the ingredients of gin.
Later it was also used to prevent the spread of malignant infectious diseases, purify unclean air, treat mosquito bites, reduce inflammation and swelling, promote urination, and relieve edema. 
Effects of juniper essential oil
Diuretic, emmenagogue, detoxifying, childbirth-assisting, antibacterial, diaphoretic, and purifying. A helper for oily and congested skin, it can also improve scalp sebum, and its purifying properties can improve acne, clogged pores, dermatitis, common eczema, and psoriasis.
Using 4 drops of juniper essential oil as a hot compress can relieve the pain of leg cramps
When muscles and tendons are sprained, use 4 drops of juniper essential oil as a cold compress and elevate the affected area
Adding 5 drops of juniper essential oil to bath water can relax muscles stiff after exercise