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Black Pepper – A Strong Essential Oil with a Soft Scent
Black pepper – pic via http://www.seriouseats.com
Many moons ago my first guest post on Australian Perfume Junkies was about black pepper. Black pepper is one of those oils that I may not use frequently, but when I do use it, I am always intrigued as if I am smelling it for the first time. And I seem to be surprised at its soft, warm scent. When you taste black pepper it can be sharp, pungent and spicy but when you smell the essential oil it is gentle and sweet with a hint of spice.
From my APJ story;
“The essential oil of black pepper is a lot softer and sweeter than the taste, and is used in Aromatherapy for symptoms such as poor circulation, muscle and joint aches and pains, as treatment for bad digestion and as a general warming tonic. It has been used as an aphrodisiac, and an anti-dote to depression. Taking in all these properties, what can the divine scent tell us? Like many spice oils, it carries the energetic resonance of the evolution of humanity – really. Each drop, each whiff can link us to the past. It’s an oil of warmth, expansion and action. It’s a stimulating scent to the brain and can certainly be employed to open your mind. When I smell black pepper straight from the bottle (the best way to experience an essential oil is to take off the lid and take a huge sniff) I am inspired to carry on. To me it’s an oil of searching for your purpose in life, and giving inspiration to go forward and seize the day.”
Wow I just quoted myself hehehehehehe. To read the full story click here.
Black pepper in its dried and natural forms – pic via kampot-pepper.us
Black pepper is considered as slightly sensitising, which means it may cause a reaction on the skin. This is why I say to “patch test first”, even though I know not many of you do. Putting a couple of drops neat on your skin would not be advisable but putting a couple of drops in an oil blend may work quite well.
Here’s a couple of recipes –
An essential oil steam in the shower will do wonders for your mind and energy levels – pic via completehealthcircle.com
1. Put A few Drops Of Oil into the bottom of the Shower
This works in a similar way to just taking a whiff but if you’ve got an extra minute, it will give you a completely different experience. Your whole body will be immersed in an essential oil steam.
Black pepper – will gently warm up your brain and body in the morning, creating space for you to shine!
Nourish your body with a beautiful oil blend – pic via redbookmag.com
2. Nourishing Body Oil Blend
For a coat of your body use 3 teaspoons of carrier oil in a little dish and, add 7 – 8 drops of essential oil.
***** Always put the drops of essential oil into the bottle or dish first, then add the carrier oil. It gives the scents time to create a synergistic fusion.
For a 50ml bottle of oil add 25 drops and see my articles “Ratios for Blending Essential Oils – A Reminder of the Basics” and “Aromatherapy – It’s Easy as 1 2 3”
“Oh My Aching Legs!”
Rub this blend on, and then put your feet up –
Black pepper 2 drops
Lavender 4 drops
Peppermint 1 drop
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“Hike”
When you need to warm up your muscles before you conquer your day –
Black pepper 2 drops
Rosemary 2 drops
Lemon 4 drops
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“God Give Me Strength”
When you need to summon some courage –
Black pepper 2 drops
Cedarwood Virginian 2 drops
Petitgrain 4 drops
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Happy blending and remember to use your intention when you are creating your formulas. See my article about intention.
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