BLACK PEPPER - piper nigrum

Part of The Plant Used For Essential Oil - Peppercorns.
Extraction - Steam distillation.
Scent - Middle Note.
Fresh, woody with just a kick of warming spice.
Warning - Please use in a low dosage as it can irritate skin.
Usage - Diffuser, massage blend, room spray.
Main action on Mind/Body
  • Detoxifying Action
  • Antiseptic
  • Rejuvenating
  • Stimulates Circulatory System
Mind - A wonderfully stimulating energizer. It's perfect to help you if you find it difficult to focus on a project. Ideal if like me, you're prone to dreaminess when you should be focusing on the task at hand! If you are feeling a little run down, its warming scent will most definitely restore your energy.
Body - Black Pepper essential oil has a wonderfully warming and stimulating action which makes it perfect for a restorative massage blend, as the heat helps soothe away any aches and pains. That same action is also wonderful to help alleviate rheumatism and arthritis pain. As it stimulates the circulatory system is a fabulous oil if you suffer from cold hands and feet caused by a sluggish circulation. With its detoxifying and rejuvenating action its a great oil to use to combat cellulite and improve skin tone.
Blends well with - Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Nutmeg, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang.