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Healing Properties of Essential Oils
Essential and Therapeutic Oils are Highly Regarded for their Healing and Aromatic Properties. Our Essential and Therapeutic oils are the essence of the plant. Pure and Natural!
Aromatherapy, which uses pure essential oils is an exploration in creativity as well as an implementation of technical knowledge. The artistic part comes from a knowledge of the characteristic of the oils and an intuitive vision of how different scents can combine to create new, and stunning aromas. The scientific aspect of aromatherapy comes from a knowledge of these chemical constituents and their physical and mental effects on the body. Herbal Folk Tradition, and actions of the essential oils, also play a part when mixing the oils together.
| Plant |
Herbal Folk Tradition |
Action |
| Allspice |
Used for flatulent indigestion and rheumatic pain. |
Anesthetic, analgesic, antiseptic, tonic. |
| Basil |
Used for respiratory problems such as bronchitis, coughs, colds, asthma. Improve blood circulation |
Antidepressant, antiseptic, carminative, nervine, restorative. |
| Bergamot |
Used down through the centuries for malaria, and worms. |
Analgesic, antiseptic, diuretic, stimulant, vulnerary. |
| Birch |
Commonly used for psoriasis eczema, and skin complaints. |
Anti inflammatory, diaphoretic, diuretic, tonic. |
| Camphor |
A lump of the camphor would be worn about the neck to stave off infectious disease. |
Antiseptic, antiviral, batericidal, expectorant. |
| Cedarwood |
North American Indians used this for respiratory infection, and kidney infections. |
Antiseptic, astringent, expectorant, sedative. |
| Chamomile |
Long standing tradition that is synonymous with relief of tension. |
Analgesic, anti inflammatory, nerve sedative. |
| Cinnamon |
Most commonly used for colds, flu, and menstrual complaints. |
antiseptic, aphrodisiac, astringent, digestive, stimulant, vermifuge. |
| Citronella |
Bug repellant. |
batericidal, diuretic, insecticide, vermifuge. |
| Clove |
In China clove has been used for bad breath. |
Aphrodisiac, carminative, expectorant, stimulant. |
| Dill |
Mothers have loved this plant for it use to sooth digestive stress. |
Antispasmodic, batericidal, carminative, stimulant. |
| Eucalyptus |
The leaves and oil have been used for respiratory ailments such as croup. |
Analgesic, antiseptic, balsamic, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant. |
| Frankincense |
Used since antiquity as an incense, and a wide range of conditions such as nervous complaints. |
Astringent, carminative, digesting, sedative. |
| Geranium |
Commonly used for inflammation, and dysentery. |
Antiseptic, deodorant, stimulant, vulnerary. |
| Grapefruit |
As with all citrus fruits, excellent source of Vitamin C. |
Antiseptic, astringent, stimulant, tonic. |
Helichrysum (Immortelle) |
Its claim to fame is reducing migraine headaches. |
Anti inflammatory, antiseptic, expectorant, nervine. |
| Juniper |
Frequently used for urinary infections. |
Aphrodisiac, carminative, nervine, diuretic, sedative, tonic. |
| Lavender |
One of the most popular plants used today, for everything from hysteria to insomnia. |
Anticonvulsive, antispasmodic, carminative, diuretic, nervine, sedative, vulnerary. |
| Lemon |
Highly nutritious, and best know for treating scurvy. |
Anti-microbial, antispasmodic, depurative, diuretic, insecticidal tonic. |
| Lime |
Its uses are similar to grapefruit. |
Antiviral, bactericidal, restorative, tonic. |
| Marjoram |
Frequently used to help reduce cold symptoms. |
Analgesic, antioxidant, antiviral, digestive, laxative, sedative. |
| Myrrh |
Myrrh is synonymous with the wise men. |
Anti-catarrhal, antiseptic, astringent, stimulant, stomachic. |
| Orange |
Part of the citrus family that has been used for centuries for the high vitamin C content. |
Antidepressant, antiseptic, fungicidal, sedative, tonic. |
| Peppermint |
Possibly one of the oldest used herbs for nausea, and indigestion. |
Antiviral, cholagogue, cordial, hepatic, nervine. |
| Patchouli |
Even though it is little know, this herb is used as part of an antidote to poisonous snake bites. |
Anti-viral, astringent, carminative, digestive, tonic. |
| Rosemary |
Regularly used for liver congestion, and muscular complaints. |
Carminative, cordial, digestive, diuretic, hepatic, nervine, stimulant, tonic. |
| Sandalwood |
A popular scent that is use in incense, and perfume. |
antidepressant, bactericidal, sedative. |
| Tea Tree |
In some parts of the world it is known as a "first aid kit in a bottle". |
Anti infectious, antiviral parasitidie. |
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Common Sense Direction
• Therapeutic Oils are to be used externally only.
• Children under the age of 10, reduce the essential oil amounts by half. Do test on the skin for sensitivity first!
• Never use near the eyes, or sensitive areas.
• Store oils in a cool, dark place, keep upright and capped to prevent deterioration and evaporation of the oils.
• Store oils out of the reach of children.
• Essential oils are potent! Use carefully and in small amounts.
• Consult a health care practitioner before using if you are pregnant.
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* Please note: information listed above comes from Dr. Gary Young's book, "Essential Oils: Desk Reference".
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