Courage isn’t having the strength to go on – it is going on when you don’t have strength.
Napoléon Bonaparte.
| Extraction Method: |
Steam Distillation |
| Part of Plant: |
Seeds |
| Country of Origin: |
India |
| Growing Method: |
Cultivated |
| Description: |
The plant is originally a forest plant and this climbing woody vine uses trees or other supports to grow to about twenty feet high, but is normally kept to about 12 feet for commercial purposes and has a lifespan of about twenty years, The plant likes a sub-tropical climate and the berries take 7-8 months to grow, and are harvested when they are still green to produce a high quality essential oil. |
| Aromatic Description: |
When opening the bottle you get a strong, sharp, spicy smelling oil, slightly herbaceous. It is faintly reminiscent of clove oil. (A more fruity oil is produced from the fresh green fruit.). |
| Aroma Family: |
Spicy |
| Strength of Aroma: |
Medium |
| Colour: |
Pale Yellow |
| Consistency: |
Thin |
| Aromatic Note: |
Middle |
| Evaporation Rate: |
2-4 hours |
| Blends well with: |
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove, Coriander, Fennel, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lavender, Juniper, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, Sage, Sandalwood and Ylang Ylang. |
| Blending Factor: |
2 |
| Body Systems: |
Circulatory, Digestive, Musculoskeletal |
| Therapeutic Actions: |
Analgesic, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Antitoxic, Aphrodisiac, Carminative, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Laxative, Rubefacient, Stomachic, Tonic (especially of the spleen). |
| Clinically Proven: |
Analgesic, Antioxidant, Rubefacient |
| Common Uses: |
Black pepper oil can be used to help in the treatment of pain relief, rheumatism, chills, flu, colds, urinary-tract infections, congested lungs, fevers, increase poor circulation, exhaustion, muscular aches, physical and emotional coldness, nerve tonic, and fevers.
It’s also been known to help with food poisoning and indigestion.
The fragrance is emotionally stimulating and, some say, aphrodisiac.
It encourages fearlessness, strength and endurance whilst providing comfort and flexibility. Take a sniff before a meeting or a phone call when you need that extra boost of courage.
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| Skincare/Perfumery: |
Black pepper isn't often found in skincare products, however it can help improve elasticity. It is used in perfumery as a warm spicy note. |
| Best form of Application: |
To skin - Massage, compress, ointment - It makes a warming liniment.
Inhalation – direct inhalation, diffuser, oïl vaporiser. Extensively used in room sprays and household insect repellents
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| Personality Profile: |
Black Peppers are older than their years, taking on responsibility for everyone, and can be demanding, however they believe in themselves and their dreams when others doubt them, and have fortitude to strive and attain their goals. |
| Energetics and Subtle Aromatherapy: |
It's warming properties helps to dispel cold and damp conditions in our bodies. Yang energy.
Black pepper provides us with strength to move forward when we are stuck in our lives.
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| Astral Profile: |
Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
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| Chakra: |
Solar Plexus |
| Colour Therapy: |
Red, Orange, Gold, Green, Blue |
| Magical Influences: |
Mental alertness, Physical energy, Protection, Courage |
| History: |
The word pepper is derived from the Latin word piper, which in turn is taken from the Sanskrit word pippali. It has been used since the times of the Ancient Romans and Greeks and even the Turks levied a tax on pepper, while the French, Portuguese and Dutch often went to war in the middle ages to fight for this lucrative trade from the far east. |
| Shelf life: |
Users can expect a shelf life of 2-3 Years with proper storage conditions (cool, out of direct sunlight).
Current Batch exp 2021
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| Cautions: |
Black pepper oil may cause irritation to sensitive skins and using too much could over-stimulate the kidneys and should be avoided in pregnancy due to its possible skin sensitizing effect. |
Important Note: The information provided is for educational purposes only.
Sourced from:
Battaglia, S. (2020). Aromatherapy and Chakras. Black Pepper Creative Pty Ltd, Australia.
Battaglia, S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 3rd Edition. Black Pepper Creative Pty Ltd, Australia, 2018
Battaglia, S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition. The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
Cunningham, S. Magical Aromatherapy. Llewellyn Publications, USA, 1993
Lawless, J. (1995). The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils. Element Books Ltd, UK.
Schnaubelt, K. (1999). Medical Aromatherapy - Healing with Essential Oils. Frog Ltd, USA.
Ullah, H, (2012). Fruit Yield and Quality of Anise (Pimpinella anisum L.) in Relation to Agronomic and Environmental Factor, VVB Laufersweiler Verlag, Germany.
Wildwood, C. (1994). Create Your Own Perfumes using Essential Oils. Piatkus, UK.
Worwood, V. (1995). The Fragrant Heavens - The Spiritual Dimension of Fragrance and Aromatherapy. Doubleday, UK.
Worwood, V. (1999). The Fragrant Mind - Aromatherapy for Personality, Mind, Mood and Emotion. Doubleday, UK.
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