Black Pepper (Piper nigrum) Essential Oil from dōTERRA®

About from dōTERRA®:

Black pepper, from dōTERRA®, is a multi-purpose, certified pure, therapeutic-grade essential oil (CPTG®), extracted, through steam distillation, from the unripe, red fruit of the Piper nigrum plant.  It yields an essential oil with a hot, sharp, fruity, spicy aroma.  The fruit is best known as a common cooking spice, that enhances the flavor of foods; but its oil has other internal and topical benefits that are equally noteworthy.

• Black pepper essential oil is high in the chemical compounds groups monoterpenes and sesquiterpenes, known for their antioxidant activity and ability to help ward off environmental and seasonal threats.
• Black pepper supports healthy circulation, both internally and externally; but it should be used with caution, when applied topically, due to its strong warming sensation.
• Black pepper aids the digestion of foods, making it an ideal oil to cook with and enjoy both for its flavor and internal benefits.

Primary benefits of black pepper oil

• A wonderful flavor enhancer
• Rich source of antioxidants
• Supports healthy circulation
• Aids digestion
• Enhances food flavor
• Helps ward off environmental and seasonal threats
• Soothes nerves and lessens anxious feelings

Uses for black pepper oil

• Combine one to two drops with dōTERRA's fractionated coconut oil, to soothe sore muscles and joints, or to warm the skin during cold weather.
• Diffuse, or inhale directly, to soothe anxious feelings
• Take one to two drops daily, in veggie caps, when seasonal threats are high.
• Add to meats, soups, entrees and salads, to enhance food flavor and aid digestion.

How to use:

dōTERRA's black pepper oil is intended for aromatic, topical or internal use.  It should be diluted for sensitive skin.

• Diffusion: Use three to four drops in the diffuser of your choice.
• Internal use: Dilute one drop in 4 fl oz of liquid.
• Topical use: Apply one to two drops to desired area.  Dilution is not required, for anything but sensitive skin; but it is recommended that you dilute with dōTERRA's fractionated coconut oil to minimize any likely skin sensitivity.  See additional precautions below.

Cautions: Possible skin sensitivity.  Keep out of reach of children.  If you are pregnant, nursing, or under a doctor's care, consult your physician.  Avoid contact with eyes, inner ears and sensitive areas.

Chemical Profile

Chemo-type: trans-Caryophyllene

Primary constituents:

→ Sesquiterpenes (up to 60%):

β-caryophyllene (up to 35%)

→ Monoterpenes (up to 70%):

l-limonene (<15%) δ-3-carene