Juniper Berries
A Crisp, Clearing Berry for Skin, Body, and Bath
Juniper Berries, Juniperas communis, come from an evergreen shrub native to many temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. These small, aromatic berries have been used for centuries in traditional personal care and cleansing practices. In Europe, juniper berries were historically burned in hospitals to help freshen and cleanse the air, while many Native American cultures valued juniper for its purifying and protective qualities.
The berries have a tart, pine-like flavor and have long been used as a spice. They are also famously known as the botanical that gives gin its signature character. In fact, juniper must legally be the dominant flavor for a spirit to be called gin, providing its essential aromatic and flavor profile that distinguishes it from all other spirits.
When used topically, dried juniper berries offer a distinctive combination of cleansing, toning, and refreshing properties. Their crisp, pine-like aroma creates an invigorating sensory experience, while their naturally occurring plant compounds make them especially useful in body care, massage, and bath products designed to comfort tired muscles and support skin balance.
Excellent for skin, scalp, and body care, juniper berries are known for their astringent and skin-cleansing nature. When infused in oil or used whole, they help refresh the skin, support oil balance, and promote a clear, healthy-looking complexion.
Topical Benefits of Juniper Berries
Juniper berries are valued in topical care for their ability to cleanse, tone, and soothe the skin while providing a revitalizing sensory experience.
- Cleansing & Clarifying: Naturally astringent properties help cleanse pores and support oil balance, making juniper useful for blemish-prone or oily skin
- Soothing & Calming: Helps comfort skin that feels irritated or inflamed
- Skin-Toning: Supports firmer-feeling, refreshed skin with regular use
- Muscle Comfort: When infused in oil, juniper berries are traditionally used in massage to help ease tired, overworked muscles
- Refreshing Aroma: The crisp, woodsy scent helps invigorate the senses and promote a feeling of freshness
Hair & Scalp Benefits of Juniper Berries
In hair and scalp care, juniper berries are used to support cleanliness, balance, and scalp comfort.
- Scalp Balance: Helps regulate excess oil and support a clean, refreshed scalp
- Dandruff Support: Naturally cleansing properties help reduce buildup associated with flaking
- Scalp Comfort: Helps soothe irritation and itchiness related to scalp imbalance
Aromatic & Traditional Uses
Juniper berries have long been used for their fresh, purifying aroma. Traditionally, they were burned or steeped to help freshen indoor spaces and create a feeling of cleaner air. When used in bath teas or facial steams, the warm water releases juniper’s aromatic compounds, creating a brisk, clarifying sensory experience.
How We Use Juniper Berries
We use dried juniper berries in products that highlight their cleansing, toning, and refreshing qualities.
- Infused in our Juniper Mint oil for body and massage products
- Added to our Juniper Mint natural soaps for gentle exfoliation
- Used in our Breathe Easy Bath Tea, where warm water releases their crisp aroma and skin-refreshing properties
- Included in facial steam blends for a refreshing, aromatic experience
Juniper berries are a time-honored botanical valued for their ability to cleanse, refresh, and invigorate both skin and senses. Their distinctive aroma and balancing nature make them especially good for body care, massage, and bath products designed to promote comfort, clarity, and renewal.
