Black Pepper Essential Oil Datasheet
Black Pepper is a warm essential oil and is very stimulating due to its high caryophyllene content, which gives the oil its anti-inflammatory action.
PLANT PART
Fruit, dried
AROMA
Spicy, Warm, Vibrant
NOTE
Middle
Essential Oil Datasheets
Essential Oil Datasheet | Black Pepper
Black Pepper – Piper nigrum
Black Pepper is a warm essential oil and is very stimulating due to its high caryophyllene content, which gives the oil its anti-inflammatory action.
Country of Origin:
Native to the Far East, countries such as India, Sri Lanka, and Madagascar.
Extraction Method:
Steam Distilled
Botanical Family:
Piperaceae
Chemical Families:
Monoterpenes and Sesquiterpenes
Precautions
- May cause burning due to its hot nature.
- Not recommended for use in baths.
- Store well, as it may oxidize due to its limonene, alpha-pinene, and delta 2-carene content.
Therapeutic Properties
Black Pepper is well-loved for its ability to provide pain relief and alleviate inflammation. It also destroys bacteria, reduces the severity of nausea and vomiting, reduces fever, helps dilate blood vessels, helps remove mucus from the respiratory system, and warms the area by increasing blood flow and circulation.
| Analgesic | Anticatarrhal | Anti-inflammatory |
| Antibacterial | Antiseptic | Antispasmodic |
| Antiemetic | Diaphoretic | Expectorant |
| Febrifuge | Laxative | Rubefacient |
| Circulatory Stimulant | Warming | Antioxidant |
| Digestive | Neuorotonic | Stimulant |
| Rubefacient |
Body Systems Applications
Circulatory System
Circulatory System
Poor Circulatory Issues
Apply topically with a warm compress to help stimulate circulation and dilate blood vessels and increase flow; good for aches, pains, bruising, neuralgia, sprains, and stiffness.
Digestive System
Digestive System
Constipation, Diarrhea, and Gas
Apply topically to treat gastrointestinal tract ailments, including stomach ache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dysentery, indigestion, and lack of appetite. Also is used for colic, constipation, flatulence, heartburn, and food poisoning. It can be taken internally in a capsule as well.
Endocrine System
Endocrine System
Tobacco Addiction
Place one drop under the tongue to assist with cigarette cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
Immune System
Immune System
Immune Boost
Diffuse aromatically or apply topically to the back of the neck or bottoms of the feet to help combat flu, infections, and viruses.
Integumentary System
Integumentary System
Limbic System
Limbic System
Emotional Balance
Diffuse aromatically to clarify the mind, reduce fear, unblock energy, and strengthen and energize the nervous system.
Lymphatic System
Lymphatic System
Lymphatic Boost
Place a drop under the tongue for draining and cleansing of the lymphatic system.
Muscular System
Muscular System
Cramps, Sprains, and Muscle Spasms
Apply topically to the affected area to treat rheumatic pain, back pain, and muscular aches and pains, and arthritis.
Nervous System
Nervous System
Reproductive System
Reproductive System
Aphrodisiac
Apply topically to work as a sexual aphrodisiac. It is also beneficial for menstrual cramps, and other pain-related conditions.
Respiratory System
Respiratory System
Colds and Flu
Apply topically to the feet or take internally in a capsule to treat colds, chills, and other flu symptoms. For congested airways, diffuse or apply topically to the chest.
Skeletal System
Skeletal System
Urinary System
Urinary System
Safety
Use in low dilution for therapeutic blends. Do not use in baths or massage oils.