This concentrated bath treatment is soothing for tired and sore muscles this herb formed the legendary magic wreath which romans used to ward off evil spirits juniper an evergreen shrub helps rid the body of toxins and stimulates circulation it also relieves tension and stress juniper is known to have an antiinflammatory effect use juniper after sports or any strenuous activity where you are anticipating sore muscles or tiredness due to overexertion kneipp thermal spring juniper bath sal