Black pepper(Piper nigrum)
Introduction :
Black pepper oil, derived from the dried berries of Piper nigrum, is a highly valued essential oil known for its versatile applications in health, wellness, and culinary practices. With a warm, spicy, and slightly woody aroma, this oil has been used for centuries in traditional medicine and aromatherapy.
Rich in bioactive compounds such as piperine and monoterpenes, black pepper oil offers numerous benefits, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and digestive properties. It is widely used to enhance circulation, relieve muscular discomfort, and support respiratory health. Additionally, its stimulating nature makes it a popular choice for boosting mental clarity and reducing stress.
Beyond its therapeutic value, black pepper oil is also a prized ingredient in perfumes and natural skincare formulations due to its warming and invigorating qualities. Whether used in massage oils, diffusers, or culinary creations, black pepper oil remains a powerful and multifunctional natural remedy.
Aromas:
Fresh, dry, spicy and woody.
Chemical families:
Monoterpenes, Sesquiterpenes
Constituents:
d-limonene (0–40%), β-pinene (5–35%), α-pinene(1–19%), α-phellandrene (1–27%), β-phellandrene (0–19%), sabinene(0–20%), β-caryophyllene (9–33%)
Main actions:
Analgesic, anti-nociceptive, anti-inflammatory,ubefacient, ‘warming’, activating.
Indications:
Musculoskeletal (great for arthritis that are worse incold weather) , circulation (poor peripheral circulation), stimulating
Blending suggestions:
Musculoskeletal: for aches and pains try blending with lavender,basil CT linalool, clary sage, rosemary, sweet marjoram,peppermint, geranium, juniper berry, coriander seed, nutmeg,bergamot, lemon.
Shelf life:
4 years
SAFETY:
Can irritate skin if oxidize
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