Black Pepper Oil
Category: Essential Oil
Brief description: Black Pepper Oil is steam-distilled from the dried, crushed fruit of the Piper nigrum plant. It possesses a warm, spicy scent and is often used in aromatherapy. The price per ounce can range from $20 to $30.
Benefits: Black Pepper Oil is known for its warming and stimulating properties, it can improve circulation, and its analgesic properties can alleviate muscular aches and pains.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for most skin types but should be used in low concentrations due to its warming effect.
Target audience: Used by individuals for its invigorating and stimulating properties, and those who enjoy spicy and warm aromas.
Chemical composition: Main constituents include caryophyllene, limonene, beta-pinene, delta-3-carene.
Physical aspect: It's a thin, clear to greenish liquid.
Compatibility: It blends well with frankincense, sandalwood, lavender, rosemary, geranium, and most floral and citrus oils.
Concentration: Should be used in small amounts (around 0.5% to 1%) in formulations due to its potency and warming effect.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Overuse may cause skin irritation. A skin patch test is advisable before using it.
Regulatory status: It's generally recognized as safe by the FDA when used as intended.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Ethically sourced and organic options are available. Consideration should be given to sustainable harvesting methods.
Variants: Variants are determined by the plant's origin, processing, and distillation methods.
