PLANT:
Herb
PART:
Seed
PRODUCT
OF: China
NOTE:
Top/Middle
AROMATHERAPY:
cheering, mildly euphoric,
sense enhancing
HISTORY:
Invigorating & uplifting
when mentally exhausted. Known
for its effect on the
digestive system &
spasmodic coughs. Crystallizes
when cold, dissolves when
warmed
HISTORY: Beneficial for poor memory, mental fatigue. Relaxes tired aching muscles when blended with carrier oil. First rate oil for headaches and migraines.
HISTORY: Excellent for anxiety, depression & nervous tension. It has also been used in the Middle East for hundreds of years for acne, boils, cold sores, eczema, insect bites, insect repellent, oily complexion, varicose veins, psoriasis, sore throat & thrush.
PLANT: Shrub
PART:
Fruit
PRODUCT OF: India
NOTE:
Middle
AROMATHERAPY: invigorating, warming, vitalizing
HISTORY: Traditionally used for rheumatoid arthritis. Ideal for massaging on abdomen and muscles when blended with carrier oil. Also known to be an aphrodisiac.
HISTORY:
It is recognised for its purifying properties and has been used to avoid hair loss and assist with dandruff, acne, psoriasis, arthritis, coughs, congestion, sinusitis, cystitis and nervous tension. Ideal to use for meditation.
PLANT:
Tree
PART:
Bark, bud, leaf
PRODUCT OF: France
NOTE:
Base
AROMATHERAPY: refreshing, vitalizing
HISTORY: Apparently effective in clearing warts. Ideal to use when exhausted, feeling depressed or weak. Has aphrodisiac properties and can help with impotence.
PLANT: Grass
PART:
Cut grass
PRODUCT OF: Sri Lanka
NOTE:
Top
AROMATHERAPY: soothing
HISTORY: A friendly foot deodorant. Also useful as an insect repellent. Put a few drops onto a cotton wool ball and place in the draw or linen press to keep away the silver fish & moths. Also has a reputation for clearing the mind and assisting with headaches.
PLANT: Herb
PART:
Flowering tops
PRODUCT OF: Bulgaria
NOTE: Top/Middle
AROMATHERAPY:
centreing, visualizing, euphoric
HISTORY: Extremely sedative-do not use before driving. Known to ease PMT and painful cramps and also assisting people to come off drug addictions. Assists in encouraging hair growth and normalising oily hair & dandruff. Known to encourage labour. Assist in post natal depression. Beneficial for relieving muscular cramps, premenstrual symptoms, nerves & tension. Aids in the treatment of inflamed & puffy skin.
PLANT: Tree
PART: Leaves & cone
PRODUCT OF: France
NOTE: Middle
AROMATHERAPY: purifying, balancing
HISTORY: Ideal for sweaty feet & oily skin. Can be massaged into the abdomen during menstruation and to use during menopause. Assists in peripheral circulation making it useful to blend in a carrier oil and massage onto cellulite. Insect repellent. Deodoriser.
PLANT: Herb
PART: Seed
PRODUCT OF: France
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY:
warming, invigorating, restorative
HISTORY: Aids the digestive system and wind problems. Can promote milk production (use sparingly). Helps break up fluid, toxins, cellulite and cleanses the tissues in the body. Helps relieve stress and nervous tension.
PLANT: Tree
PART: Needles
PRODUCT OF: Siberia
NOTE: Middle
AROMATHERAPY: harmonizing, centreing, refreshing
HISTORY: Traditionally has been used to help support the body & reduce the symptoms of arthritis, rheumatism, bronchitis, flu, sinusitis, coughs, colds & fever. It has also been found to fight air-born germs and bacteria. A beautiful pine forest aroma.
PRECAUTIONS:
POSSIBLY IRRITATING TO SENSITIVE SKIN
HISTORY: Used for spiritual awareness & meditation. Creates a spiritual atmosphere. Helps to focus the mind. Used for toning mature skin. Temporary relief of coughs, colds, flu, mild anxiety, nervous tension & stress. Aids in healing of wounds, sores and eczema.
HISTORY: Its strength lies in the ability to regenerate tissue and nerves. Assist in balancing hormonal problems. Excellent skin conditioner for the expectant mother. Helps release negative memories. Fresh, floral aroma. Useful insect repellent. Has been used for treating eczema, psoriasis or blend with carrier oil or blending cream to treat cellulite. Quells anxiety and depression, lifts the spirit, reduces stress.
PLANT: Herb
PART: Rhizome
PRODUCT OF: France
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY: strengthening, warming, anchoring
HISTORY: Traditionally used in the Far East for thousands of years for relief from arthritis, rheumatism, sprains, muscular aches & pains, flu related symptoms, diarrhea, colic, cramps, indigestion, loss of appetite & motion sickness. Blends well with other citrus oils. Blend with orange for a warming winter bath. Sharpens memory helps with low emotions.
PLANT: Tree
PART: Peel
PRODUCT OF: France
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY: cheering, balancing, refreshing
HISTORY:
Beneficial for digestive complaints, obesity, fluid retention and reducing cellulite. Temporary relief of headaches. Helpful treatment for oily acne skin. Said to relieve symptoms of colds & flu. Improves stress and refreshes the mind.
HISTORY: This oil has worked as a de-toxifier and cleanser, reducing dermatitis, eczema & acne. Said to promote better nerve & kidney functions. Its aromatic influences evoke love, health & peace. Cleansing to oily skin. Temporary relief of rheumatic pain and fluid retention. Beneficial during times of stress.
HISTORY: This is known as the universal oil which may be beneficial for skin conditions such as burns, rashes, psoriasis. Assist in insomnia. Also known to be helpful in relieving PMT, stress, tension, headaches, muscle cramps and heart irregularity, acne & bruising.
PRECAUTIONS:
Lavender
should not be used during the
early stages of pregnancy. Use
Lavender with caution if you have
low blood pressure.
HISTORY: This oil may be beneficial for digestive problems and cleansing of the lymphatic system. Softening effect on scar tissue, guard against brittle nails, smoothing out broken capillaries & acts as a cleanser for greasy hair and acne skin. Antispasmodic.
PLANT: Grass
PART: Leaves
PRODUCT OF: India
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY: vitalizing, cleansing, energizing
HISTORY: Deodorising. Aids the flow of breast milk in nursing mothers. Ideal for jet lag, headache & relieving fatigue. Eases muscular tension, aches and pains. Helps rid animals of fleas. Lifts the spirit and mind. Assists in treatment of topical infections.
PLANT: Fruit
PART: Peel
PRODUCT OF: Italy
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY: equalizing, cheering, refreshing
HISTORY: May help to cool feverish conditions related to a cold. Helps in the treatment of acne oily skin. Digestive stimulant. Encourages appetite. Ideal for a foot bath.
PLANT: Tree
PART: Fruit
PRODUCT OF: The Philippines
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY: refreshing, restoring, uplifting
HISTORY: Has a balancing effect on oily skin & hair. Stimulating & revitalising effect
on the body, useful when low in energy. Has been known to assist in asthma & bronchitis.
HISTORY: A mild oil often used on children & pregnant women. Blended with carrier oil will help to keep the skin supple and assist in preventing stretch marks. Stimulates appetite. Temporary relief of insomnia and symptoms of colds, flu and digestive disorders.
PLANT: Herb
PART: Flowering Heads
PRODUCT OF: Spain
NOTE: Middle
AROMATHERAPY:
clearing, purifying, strengthening
HISTORY:
Said to relieve migraines & headaches. Assists with insomnia. Said to disperse discoloration of broken veins & bruises. Beneficial for an after sports rub down. Helps maintain healthy digestive functions.
PLANT: Bush
PART: Stem/branches
PRODUCT OF:
Africa
NOTE: Base
AROMATHERAPY:
meditative, visualizing, centreing
HISTORY: Found by the Arabic people to be beneficial for skin conditions such as athletes foot, chapped and cracked skin, eczema, wounds, ringworm & wrinkles. It is said to help alleviate diarrhoea, dyspepsia, flatulence and haemorrhoids. Temporary relief of mouth ulcers, gum infections, sore throat, coughs, arthritic and rheumatic pain.
PLANT: Bush
PART: Leaves
PRODUCT OF: France
NOTE: Middle
AROMATHERAPY: meditative, visualizing, sedative
HISTORY:
Assists in providing a restful nights sleep, helps to clear the sinuses. Cleansing action on congested skin which could be used for acne, blemishes & bruising. May also alleviate the scaling appearance of psoriasis. Calming for the angry mind.
PRECAUTIONS:
POSSIBLY IRRITATING TO SENSITIVE SKIN
HISTORY: Said to be a good tonic for the hair and aid in child birth as it strengthens contractions. Used for muscular aches and pains as it has a rather warming effect. Assists in hormone balancing as it is said to imitate oestrogen & regulates scanty periods.
PLANT:
Fruit
PART: Peel
PRODUCT OF: Brazil
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY:
cheering, refreshing, uplifting
HISTORY: Assist in dull, oily complexions, mouth ulcers, fluid retention, constipation and obesity. It also gives emotional support to overcome sadness. Helps to relieve nervous tension and stress. Relieves symptoms of colds and flu. Temporary relief of coughs.
PLANT: Grass
PART: Leaves
PRODUCT OF: India
NOTE: Middle
AROMATHERAPY:
clarifying, calming
HISTORY: Said to have a calming effect on emotions during times of stress. Assists in relief of nervous tension and anxiety. Stimulates the appetite. Helps with acne, scars & dermatitis. Antiseptic. Helps ease digestive discomfort.
HISTORY: Possibly causes loss of appetite. Said to relieve effects from insect bites. Apparently has a cooling effect on cracked & rough skin. Add a few drops to final rinse water to assist in helping dandruff & scalp conditions. Antibacterial.
PLANT: Herb
PART: Leaves/flwr.tops
PRODUCT OF: USA
NOTE: Middle
AROMATHERAPY:
cooling, refreshing, vitalizing
HISTORY:
Purifying and stimulating to the conscious mind. If inhale direct from the bottle it can clear the nasal passages. Ideal for travel sickness, nausea & diarrhoea. Cooling on burns. Aids in the treatment of digestive disorders.
PLANT: Tree
PART: Leaves/shoots
PRODUCT OF: France
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY: stabilising, relaxing, soothing
HISTORY: Relieves insomnia & restlessness and improves memory. Helps relieve mild anxiety, tension and stress. Assists in the treatment of oily skin, acne and pimples.
PLANT: Tree
PART: Needles/cones
PRODUCT OF: USA
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY: refreshing, soothing
HISTORY:
A powerful antiseptic. Helps with bronchitis, laryngitis & influenza. Assists in making breathing easy. Clears the sinuses. Reputedly effective on male sexual problems, possibly impotence. Ideal to use as a final pet rinse for fleas. Helps deodorise and cleanse skin. Temporary relief of muscular stiffness, aches and pains.
PRECAUTIONS:
POSSIBLY IRRITATING TO SENSITIVE SKIN
HISTORY: Said to be helpful with sexual difficulties, particularly frigidity and impotence. Relaxing to the mind. Harmonising to the body. Helps relieve nervous tension, stress and mild anxiety. Insect repelling. Aids in the relief of symptoms of eczema and dermatitis.
PLANT: Tree
PART: Needles/cones
PRODUCT OF: Spain
NOTE: Middle
AROMATHERAPY:
refreshing, soothing
HISTORY: Said to stimulate the memory, revive senses and ease gout. Assists in headaches, migraines, stomach pains, menstrual cramps and rheumatic pains. Said to have some effect on cellulite & obesity. Energises and activates the brain. Antiseptic.
PLANT: Tree
PART: Wood
PRODUCT OF: Brazil
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY: relaxing, gently strengthening
HISTORY: Beneficial when feeling low and stressed. Said to relieve a ticklish cough. Aphrodisiac. Temporary relief of mild anxiety, headaches and nervous tension. Aids in treatment of dermatitis, acne & scars. Helps when feeling low and weary.
PLANT:
Herb
PART: Leaves/flowers
PRODUCT OF: Croatia
NOTE: Middle
AROMATHERAPY:
soothing, warm, cheering
HISTORY:
Said to aid in menopause. Assists in relieving depression & mental fatigue. Aids in the treatment of fluid retention, eczema, dermatitis, acne, bruising and dandruff.
HISTORY: Helps relieve insomnia, stress & nervous tension. Traditionally used for skin regeneration. Helpful in the treatment of cracked, dry and inflamed skin. Used when doing yoga or meditation. Said to relieve symptoms of a sore throat.
PLANT: Herb
PART: Flwr. tops/leaves
PRODUCT OF: USA
NOTE: Top
AROMATHERAPY: refreshing, invigorating,
cooling
HISTORY: Said to increase overall metabolism, reduce weight, relieve colic, assist with motion sickness & hangovers. Aids with pest control. An ideal travel companion.
PLANT: Fruit
PART: Peel
PRODUCT OF: Italy
NOTE: Top/middle
AROMATHERAPY: uplifting, cheering
HISTORY: Popular massage oil during pregnancy as it contains vitamin C. Assist in smoothing out stretch marks when blended with Lavender & Neroli, alleviate fluid retention, de-congests the lymphatic system and the breaking down of cellulite.
PLANT: Herb
PART: Flwr/leaves
PRODUCT OF: France
NOTE: Top/middle
AROMATHERAPY: purifying, cleansing
HISTORY: Said to supply energy in times of physical weakness and stress also for overcoming fatigue. May reduce the symptoms of colds, flu, sore throats, tonsillitis, laryngitis, whooping cough & asthma. Claims to reduce arthritic swelling & nose bleeding.
PLANT: Vine
PART: Pod
PRODUCT OF: Brazil
NOTE: Base
AROMATHERAPY: warming, calming, comforting
HISTORY: This oil is used as a fragrance in many exquisite perfumes. Said to dispel anger, frustration, and tensions.
Sensual aphrodisiac and one of the
most popular flavours/aromas.
Comforting and relaxing.
Also said to help with menstrual
problems. Its comforting
aroma adds warmth and softness to
any blend. Very delicious with
citrus oils, spices, but blends
well with most anything. Use
a few drops in a diffuser to
freshen the aroma climate of your
home. Add one drop of
Vanilla to 30mL / 1oz. of body
care. Particularly nice in
massage products, lip balm and
body butters.
HISTORY: Said to cleanse energy field around the body and the aura. Assists with insomnia and promotes sleep. Beneficial for relieving mental and physical exhaustion, muscular aches, sprains, stiffness and arthritic pain. Helps with oily skin and acne.
HISTORY:
Extremely effective in calming and bringing about a sense of relaxation. Antidepressant and aphrodisiac. Said to assist with frigidity and impotence. Can have a stimulating effect on the scalp to promote hair growth. Helps relieve insomnia and stress.
