Description

Piper nigrum

One of the oldest known spices, Black Pepper essential oil is very warming and stimulating. This oil is said by some to be one of the most beneficial oils in the treatment of tired and sore muscles especially where stiffness is present. Also very stimulating, it strengthens the nerves and mind. Useful in treating bruising of the skin after a sports injury. An all-round good oil for the sports person. Sharpening the mind and easing those aches and pains after workouts. Black Pepper is often described as clearing.

PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: WARMING, STIMULATING AND A TONIC. ANTISEPTIC.

APPLICATIONS: RELAXING TIRED, ACHING, STIFF MUSCLES, RHEUMATIC PAIN, POOR CIRCULATION AND DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS.

USE: BATH: 5 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.

MASSAGE: 2 OR 3 DROPS PER 5ml CARRIER OIL

INHALATION: 2 DROPS ON A TISSUE

BLENDS WELL WITH SWEET MARJORAM, LAVENDER, SANDALWOOD, FRANKINCENSE AND ROSEMARY.