BERGAMOT
10 ml
(Citrus bergamia)
This
cheering and uplifting essential oil is ideal to use at the
start of your day – particularly if it may be a long or trying
day! Bergamot is well known for its antiseptic properties,
it may be added to skin care preparations to suit oily/combination
skin and generally maintain a healthy complexion.
If used
daily as a room fragrance or bath oil, it can help control
tension and depression build up. It is also an excellent oil
for use in many ailments connected to the skin such as eczema,
psoriasis, acne and seborrhoea (over production of skin oil)
of the scalp and skin. This is the oil that gives Earl Grey
tea it’s unusual flavour (do not try to make your own!).
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: UPLIFTING,
CHEERING, RELAXING & REFRESHING. ANTISEPTIC.
SOURCE: TAKEN FROM THE PEEL OF THE SMALL
ORANGE-LIKE FRUIT OF THE BERGAMOT TREE, NAMED AFTER THE VILLAGE OF BERGAMO IN NORTHERN
ITALY.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: EXPRESSION
CHARACTER:
CLEAR
OIL WITH A DRY, LIGHT, FLORAL, DELICATE AND REFRESHING CITRUS
AROMA.
APPLICATIONS:
ANTISEPTIC, STRESS, TENSION & DEPRESSION. HELPFUL
WITH CERTAIN SKIN PROBLEMS (ACNE, ECZEMA, PSORIASIS.
USE:
BATH: 5 – 8 DROPS IN A LITTLE CARRIER OIL OR MILK ADDED
TO A RUNNING BATH.
MASSAGE: 3-5 DROPS
TO EVERY 5ml MEASURE OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS WELL WITH
CYPRESS, NEROLI, JASMINE, GERANIUM, LEMON, CHAMOMILE, JUNIPER,
LAVENDER AND YLANG YLANG.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE BEFORE GOING
IN THE SUN OR ON A SUNBED (REDUCES NATURAL PROTECTION). IF
PREGNANT, CONSULT DOCTOR. MAY IRRITATE SENSITIVE SKIN.
BLACK
PEPPER
10 ml (Piper nigrum)
One of the
oldest known spices, Black Pepper essential oil is very warming
and stimulating. This oil is said by some to be one of the
most beneficial oils in the treatment of tired and sore muscles
especially where stiffness is present. Also very stimulating,
it strengthens the nerves and mind. Useful in treating bruising
of the skin after a sports injury. An all-round good oil for
the sports person. Sharpening the mind and easing those aches
and pains after workouts. Black Pepper is often described
as clearing.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: WARMING,
STIMULATING AND A TONIC. ANTISEPTIC.
SOURCE:
BLACK PEPPER ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM BLACK PEPPERCORNS.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
A CLEAR PALE GREEN OIL WITH A HOT, SHARP,
SPICY AROMA.
APPLICATIONS:
RELAXING TIRED, ACHING, STIFF MUSCLES, RHEUMATIC PAIN,
POOR CIRCULATION AND DIGESTIVE PROBLEMS.
USE:
BATH: 5 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
MASSAGE: 2 OR 3 DROPS
PER 5ml CARRIER OIL
INHALATION: 2 DROPS
ON A TISSUE
BLENDS WELL WITH
SWEET MARJORAM, LAVENDER, SANDALWOOD, FRANKINCENSE AND ROSEMARY.
CAUTION: MAY BE AN IRRITANT IN SOME CASES. USE IN MODERATION – DILUTE
WELL.
CHAMOMILE
ROMAN
10 ml (Anthemis nobilis)
An excellent oil for use
in skincare being both soft and gentle. Very good for skin
care preparations to use against acne, boils, chilblains and
eczema. Chamomile is both soothing and comforting. It is ideal
for use in a bath or massage blend when your day is over.
Add to body lotions and skin care preparations to suit normal,
fair and sensitive skin. Chamomile is also an excellent choice
for use with children (in lower dilutions).
Very effective
for use in cases of rheumatism, neuralgia, arthritis, inflamed
joints and sprains. Added to a bath, its analgesic and anti-inflammatory
properties can be highly beneficial. Can also be used to treat
burns, blisters and inflamed wounds.
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: RELAXING, CALMING & SOOTHING.
SKIN CARE.
SOURCE:
CHAMOMILE ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM THE SMALL DAISY-LIKE FLOWERS
COMMON ALL OVER THE UNITED KINGDOM.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
A LIGHT FRAGRANCE THAT
IS SWEET AND SOOTHING WITH A WARM HERBACEOUS-FRUITY SCENT.
APPLICATIONS: STRESS,
INSOMNIA, HEADACHE, INFLAMED JOINTS, RHEUMATISM, ARTHRITIS
& MANY SKIN PROBLEMS (ACNE, BURNS, CHILBLAINS, DERMATITIS,
ECZEMA.)
USE: BATH: 6 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
MASSAGE: 4 DROPS TO
EVERY 5ml MEASURE OF CARRIER OIL
BLENDS
WELL WITH
LAVENDER, GERANIUM, BERGAMOT, CLARY SAGE,
JASMINE, NEROLI, ROSE AND LEMON.
CAUTION: NONE KNOWN. MAY CAUSE DERMATITIS IN A FEW INDIVIDUALS. SHOULD
ALSO BE AVOIDED DURING THE FIRST MONTHS OF PREGNANCY DUE TO
IT BEING AN EMMENAGOGUE.
CEDARWOOD
VIRGINIAN
10 ml (Juniperus
virginians)
A sensual and soothing oil that is beneficial on oily skin. Helps to
lift the spirits and ease tension
after a busy day. Traditionally used by native Americans
to help with respiratory infections, aches & pains (rheumatism
& arthritis) and skin rashes. The oil is also an
effective insect repellent
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: STIMULATING, ENERGISING, UPLIFTING, EXPECTORANT AND ANTISEPTIC.
SOURCE:
A CONIFEROUS TREE NATIVE TO NORTH AMERICA, THE OIL IS EXTRACTED
FROM THE WOODY PARTS OF THE TREE.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: STEAM DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
AN AMBER OR PALE YELLOW COLOURED OIL
WITH A WOODY, SWEET CAMPHOR LIKE AROMA.
APPLICATIONS:
BREATHING DURING COLDS (RESPIRATORY – BRONCHITIS
& CATARRH), TREATING OF OILY SKIN,
TENSION & STRESS, RHEUMATISM & ARTHRITIS.
USE: BATH: 6
DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS TO
EVERY 5ml MEASURE OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH ROSEMARY, SANDALWOOD, ROSE, JUNIPER, CYPRESS, PATCHOULI, YLANG YLANG, PINE, BERGAMOT, CITRONELLA
AND EUCALYPTUS.
CAUTION: AVOID IF
PREGNANT. USE DILUTED AND WITH CARE MAY CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION.
CEDARWOOD
ATLAS
10 ml (Cedrus atlantica)
A soothing oil that is beneficial on oily skin and hair. Good for acne
and other skin infections. Uplifting and relaxing after a busy day. A very good insect repellent
when blended with Citronella. Cedar wood has a long history
of use dating back to the ancient Egyptians who used it in
their embalming process. Very effective for treating respiratory
infections and aches & pains (rheumatism &
arthritis).
A very good antiseptic.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS:
STIMULATING, ENERGISING, UPLIFTING, CALMING, EXPECTORANT AND ANTISEPTIC.
SOURCE:
AN EVERGREN TREE NATIVE TO THE ATLAS MOUNTAINS OF NORTH AFRICA.
THE OIL IS EXTRACTED FROM THE WOOD, STUMPS, SHAVINGS AND SAWDUST.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: STEAM DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
A YELOW, DEEP AMBER OR ORANGE COLOURED
OIL THAT IS VERY VISCOUS. THE OIL HAS A WOODY, SWEET AROMA
WITH A RICH EARTHY BACKGROUND.
APPLICATIONS:
BREATHING DURING COLDS (RESPIRATORY – BRONCHITIS
& CATARRH, TREATING OF OILY SKIN,
TENSION & STRESS, RHEUMATISM & ARTHRITIS.
USE: BATH: 6
DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS TO
EVERY 5ml MEASURE OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH ROSEMARY, SANDALWOOD, ROSEWOOD, JUNIPER, CYPRESS, PATCHOULI, YLANG YLANG, PINE, BERGAMOT, JASMINE,
CLARY SAGE, CITRONELLA, NEROLI AND EUCALYPTUS.
CAUTION: AVOID IF
PREGNANT. USE DILUTED AND WITH CARE MAY CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION.
CITRONELLA
10 ml (Cymbopogon
nardus)
A powerful
lemony aroma - useful as an air freshener or insect repellent
(use citronella essential oil in an oil burner or vaporiser).
Its deodorant and stimulating qualities are excellent for
tired, sweaty feet! Toning
and refreshing, it is particularly good for oily skin and
added to a foot bath will promote healthy feet.
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: INCREASES ALERTNESS, INSECT REPELLENT, NATURAL DEODORISER.
SOURCE:
CITRONELLA ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM THE TALL AROMATIC PERENNIAL
GRASS NATIVE TO SRI LANKA.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: THE AROMA HAS A SWEET, POWERFUL, LEMONY SCENT. THE OIL IS A PALE YELLOWY-BROWN
COLOUR.
APPLICATIONS:
INSECT REPELLENT ESPECIALLY EFFECTIVE WHEN BLENDED
WITH VIRGINIAN CEDARWOOD OIL. AN
UPLIFTING TONIC WITH REFRESHING AND DEODORISING PROPERTIES.
ALSO HELPS TO BOOST THE IMMUNE SYSTEM.
USE: INSECECT REPELLENT: 5 DROPS IN A BURNER OR 3 DROPS ON A
BALL OF COTTON WOOL OR 3 DROPS PER 5ML OF CARRIER OIL
(FOR APPLICATION TO THE SKIN).
FOOTBATH: 2 DROPS
ADDED TO RUNNING WATER.
BATH: 3 DROPS ADDED
TO RUNNING WATER
BLENDS
WELL WITH LEMONGRASS, BERGAMOT, LEMON, ORANGE,
CEDARWOOD, EUCALYPTUS, GERANIUM, PINE, LAVENDER AND PEPPERMINT.
CAUTION: AVOID DURING
PREGNANCY. MAY CAUSE DERMATITIS IN SOME INDIVIDUALS. DILUTE WELL BEFORE USE ON THE
SKIN.
CLARY
SAGE
10 ml (Salvia
sclarea)
Clary Sage
has euphoric properties and induces a sense of well being.
It is ideal for use when you are overworked and stressed out.
Clary Sage is a balancing oil and is therefore a popular monthly
choice for women. Also useful during the changes that take
place later in a woman’s life. Sometimes referred to as “a
lady’s best friend” because its relaxing effects on muscles
is helpful during the menstrual cycle. The oil will relax
the muscles that cause uterine contractions during the period
therefore relieving the pain caused by this action. Clary
Sage is also effective for tension and for mental or emotional
stress. Do not use this oil if consuming alcohol as it will
enhance the effects of alcohol (and give you VERY bad dreams).
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: SOOTHING, RELAXING, UPLIFTING, BALANCING
AND WARMING.
SOURCE:
ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM THE FLOWERING TOPS AND FOLIAGE OF THE
HERB WHICH IS NATIVE TO SOUTHERN EUROPE BUT IS NOW GROWN WORLDWIDE.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: THE PLANT PROVIDES
A COLOURLESS OR PALE YELLOW-GREEN OIL THAT HAS A NUTTY, SWEET,
HERB TYPE AROMA.
APPLICATIONS: DEPRESSION, NERVES AND STRESS. MUSCULAR ACHES
& PAINS. MENSTRUAL CYCLE &
PERIOD PAIN. A VERY COMFORTING OIL THAT RELAXES YOU INTO
AN UNTROUBLED
STATE OF MIND. IT HELPS TO RESTORE YOUR SENSE OF “BEING”.
USE: BATH: 6 – 8 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH
MASSAGE: 3-5 DROPS
TO EVERY 5ml MEASURE OF CARRIER OIL
INHALATION: 4 DROPS
IN A BURNER.
BLENDS
WELL WITH CEDARWOOD, LAVENDER, GERANIUM, SANDALWOOD,
PINE, JASMINE, FRANKINCENSE, BERGAMOT AND JUNIPER.
CAUTION:
DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY. DO NOT DRIVE, AVOID ALCOHOL.
CYPRESS
10 ml (Cupressus
sempervirens)
A natural
astringent and deodorant, the properties of Cypress make it
an effective footbath especially for very sweaty feet. Also
a good oil to be used if suffering from asthma, coughing,
(especially influenza based) and other respiratory conditions.
Very well respected oil for the treatment of varicose veins,
but care should be taken during the massage of heavily veined
areas – NEVER massage the vein only the area above the swollen
vein.
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: REFRESHES, RESTORES AND TONES. ANTISEPTIC,
RELAXING, CALMING AND SOOTHING.
SOURCE:
THE TREE IS NATIVE TO THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN AND THE OIL
IS EXTRACTED FROM THE NEEDLES AND TWIGS
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
WITH A PLEASING
WOODY, SLIGHTLY SPICY, REFRESHING FRAGRANCE THE OIL IS A PALE YELLOW IN COLOUR.
APPLICATIONS: RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS, VARICOSE VEINS, POOR CIRCULATION
AND AS A ROOM DEODORISER. ACTS AS A REFRESHING ANTISEPTIC.
USE: BATH: 6
DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH
MASSAGE: 3-5 DROPS
TO EVERY 5ml MEASURE OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH CEDARWOOD, LAVENDER, CLARY SAGE, LEMON,
GERANIUM, SANDALWOOD, PINE, BERGAMOT, ORANGE AND JUNIPER.
CAUTION:
NONE KNOWN. PROBABLY NOT BEST
USED DURING PREGNANCY.
EUCALYPTUS
10 ml (Eucalyptus
globulus)
This is
a fresh, sharp, piercing, stimulating and penetrating oil,
an excellent decongestant when used as an inhalant. It is
a very powerful antiseptic and is useful in massage blends
for muscular fatigue. It is an excellent oil to add to blends
for use either before or after sporting activities. Ideal
in the ‘sick room’, Eucalyptus can be vaporised or sprayed
around when there is a ‘flu or cold virus around. It reduces
the risk of the infection spreading and speeds up the patient’s
recovery. Being a cooling oil it is also very good where a
high body temperature is suffered.
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: ANTIVIRAL, ANTISEPTIC, STIMULANT AND EXPECTORANT.
SOURCE:
EUCALYPTUS ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM THE LEAVES & TWIGS OF
THE TREE
WHICH IS NATIVE TO AUSTRALIA. NOW GROWN WORLD WIDE, MOST ESSENTIAL
OIL COMES FROM SPAIN, PORTUGAL, BRAZIL, CALIFORNIA, RUSSIA
AND CHINA. VERY LITTLE IS PRODUCED IN AUSTRALIA.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
A CLEAR OIL WITH A SHARP, FRESH CAMPHOR-LIKE
AROMA.
APPLICATIONS: ANTISEPTIC
(CUTS etc), COOLING (FEVER), DEODORISER, DECONGESTANT AND
RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS (COLDS & FLU), MUSCULAR ACHES &
PAINS.
USE: BATH: 3 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
INHALATION: 5 DROPS
IN AN OIL BURNER OR 3 DROPS ON A BALL OF COTTON WOOL
OR 3 DROPS IN A BOWL OF HOT WATER.
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS TO
EVERY 5ml MEASURE OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH ROSEMARY, CEDARWOOD, LAVENDER, LEMON, PINE, TEA
TREE AND MARJORAM.
CAUTION: EXTERNAL
USE ONLY. MAY NOT BE SUITABLE
FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3 YEARS OF AGE.
FRANKINCENSE
10 ml (Boswellia
thurifera)
Frankincense
brings a rejuvenating and toning quality to mature skin. It
has an antiseptic, soothing effect on the lungs and is very
good for respiratory problems. It is said to ease shortness
of breath in asthmatics. It is well used in meditation to
regulate breathing and bring feelings of calmness and ease
tension. It is also used in massage to treat dry and mature
skin, some say helping to reduce wrinkles.
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: TONIC, CALMING, RELAXING, SOOTHING, ANTISEPTIC
AND ASTRINGENT.
SOURCE:
FRANKINCENSE ESSENTIAL OIL COMES FROM THE BARK RESIN OF THE TREE WHICH
IS NATIVE TO NORTH EAST AFRICA, BUT ALSO GROWS IN THE SOUTHERN
ARABIAN PENINSULA
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
FRANKINCENSE IS A PALE YELLOW OIL THAT HAS A DELICATE, SWEET, SPICY,
RELAXING FRAGRANCE.
APPLICATIONS: AGEING SKIN/REJUVENATION, STRESS, ANXIETY, ASTHMATIC
& RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS. RELAXES THE MIND AND SOOTHES THE EMOTIONS.
USE: BATH: 6 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS PER
5ml OF CARRIER OIL
INHALATION: 2 DROPS
ON A TISSUE.
BLENDS
WELL WITH BLACK PEPPER, GERANIUM, LAVENDER, CLARY
SAGE, LAVENDER, SANDALWOOD, PINE, NEROLI, BERGAMOT AND ORANGE.
CAUTION: NON-TOXIC, NON-SENSITISING & NON-IRRITANT. AVOID IF
PREGNANT.
GERANIUM
10 ml (Pelargonium
graveolens)
Often said
to be a woman’s favorite oil, due to its uplifting qualities.
Good for those who suffer from pre-menstrual tension. This
is due to its effect on the adrenal cortex, in relieving stress.
Has a stimulating effect on the lymphatic system. Good oil
for greasy skin, as it has an effect on the sebum, the fatty
secretion in sebaceous glands which keep the skin supple.
Geranium has a mild tonic action and is suitable for all skin
types. Cleansing and refreshing it has a delicious floral
fragrance with a soothing effect especially when used in an
oil burner, bath or massage. Geranium is another oil that
is popular with women on a monthly basis. Also benefits women
experiencing changes later in their lives.
PRINCIPL
ACTIONS: BALANCING, SOOTHING, COMFORTING AND UPLIFTING.
SOURCE:
EXTRACTED FROM THE FLOWERS AND LEAVES OF THIS SOUTH AFRICAN
PLANT. THE ESSENTIAL OIL MAINLY COMES FROM THE ISLAND OF REUNION,
NORTH AFRICA, RUSSIA AND CHINA.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
A PALE OLIVE GREEN OIL WITH AN AROMA THAT IS VERY SWEET, HEAVY AND A LITTLE LIKE ROSE. PERHAPS WITH
A HINT OF LEMON/MINT.
APPLICATIONS: ANTI-DEPRESSANT, SKIN CARE, CIRCULATION, MENOPAUSE,
STRESS AND NERVOUS TENSION. RELAXES
AND SOOTHES….HELPS MAINTAIN A SENSE OF WELLBEING.
USE: BATH: 6 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS PER
5ml OF CARRIER OIL
INHALATION: 2 DROPS ON A TISSUE.
BLENDS
WELL WITH LAVENDER, ROMAN CHAMOMILE, ROSE, SANDALWOOD,
JASMINE, NEROLI, BERGAMOT AND PATCHOULI.
CAUTION: NON-TOXIC, NON-SENSITISING & NON-IRRITANT.
HYPERSENSITIVE SKIN MAY BE IRRITATED. AVOID IF DIABETIC. AVOID
IF PREGNANT.
GINGER
10 ml (Zingiber
officinale)
A warming
oil that is helpful with digestive problems and nausea. It
is a good oil to use for
aching muscles, rheumatism and stomach cramps. A good nerve
tonic and effective for mental fatigue and exhaustion. Ginger
is an effective decongestant, ideal for use in an oil burner
or for inhalation.
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: SETTLING, WARMING AND STIMULATING
SOURCE:
ORIGINALLY FOUND IN SOUTHERN ASIA - NOW GROWN ACROSS THE TROPICS.
THE OIL IS EXTRACTED FROM THE DRIED ROOT. MOST DISTILLATION
TAKES PLACE IN THE UNITED KINGDOM, CHINA AND INDIA.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
A PALE YELLOW, AMBER OR LIGHT GREEN OIL
WITH AN AROMA THAT IS FRESH SPICY,
WOODY, WARM AND PLEASANT.
APPLICATIONS: CIRCULATION, MUSCLES AND JOINTS, RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS,
NAUSEA & UPSET STOMACH.
USE: BATH: 4 DROPS INTO A RUNNING
BATH
MASSAGE: 2 DROPS PER
5ml CARRIER OIL (DO NOT EXCEED THIS VOLUME)
INHALATION: 2 DROPS IN A BURNER OR IN HOT WATER
BLENDS WELL
WITH ROSE, SANDALWOOD, NEROLI, ORANGE, PATCHOULI,
FRANKINCENSE, ROSEWOOD, CEDARWOOD AND CITRUS OILS.
CAUTION: SLIGHTLY PHOTOTOXIC. MAY CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION IN SOME
CASES – DILUTE WELL BEFORE USE.
GRAPEFRUIT
10 ml (Citrus
paradisi)
Aroma is
sweet, sharp and refreshing citrus type. Revitalises the emotions
and freshens the mind. A very uplifting oil which also blends
well with other citrus oils. It is said to help with weight
reducing diets as it stimulates bile secretion helping with
digestion of fats. May be helpful with the headaches and tiredness
associated with jet lag.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: REVITALISING,
TONIC, DEXTOXIFYING, ELEVATING, STIMULATING,
UPLIFTING,
REFRESHING AND ENERGISING.
SOURCE:
A NATIVE OF TROPICAL ASIA BUT NOW EXTENSIVELY CULTIVATED WORLDWIDE.
MOST ESSENTIAL OIL COMES FROM CALIFORNIA. THE ESSENTIAL OIL
IS EXTRACTED FROM THE PEEL.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: COLD EXPRESSION.
CHARACTER:
PALE YELLOW OR GREENISH OIL WITH A FRESH
CITRUS AROMA.
APPLICATIONS: ACNE, OILY SKIN, TONES SKIN, CELLULITE, TIRED MUSCLES,
DEPRESSION, TIREDNESS AND HEADACHES.
USE: BATH: 6 DROPS INTO A RUNNINGBATH
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS PER
5ml CARRIER OIL
INHALATION:
2 DROPS ON A TISSUE OR 4 DROPS IN A BURNER.
BLENDS
WELL WITH LAVENDER, LEMON, BERGAMOT, NEROLI, ROSEMARY,
CYPRESS, GERANIUM AND CLARY SAGE.
CAUTION: NON-PHOTOTOXIC, NON-TOXIC, NON-IRRITANT. SHORT ’SHELF’
LIFE.
JASMINE
10 ml (Jasminum
officinale) 5% pure oil blended with Jojoba.
An exquisite
floral scent which is sensual and luxuriant. It is relaxing
whilst uplifting. In skincare, Jasmine is a calming tonic.
This diluted oil can be used straight from the bottle.
In cold conditions Jojoba will solidify, but can be warmed
in the hand or in warm water. Use 15-20 drops per drop of
pure oil required in blends. Our reason for supplying Jasmine
at a 5% dilution is that a 10ml bottle of the pure oil would
cost around £55.00
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: SOOTHES, RELAXES, UPLIFTS & WARMS. HELPS
SELF CONFIDENCE.
SOURCE:
A NATIVE OF CHINA, NORTHERN INDIA AND WEST ASIA. NOW GROWN
ALL ACROSS THE MEDITERRANEAN AREA. ALMOST ALL THE OIL COMES
FROM THIS REGION. THE FLOWERS ARE BEST COLLECTED, BY HAND,
AT NIGHT. A VERY LARGE NUMBER OF FLOWERS (MILLIONS) BEING
USED TO PRODUCE A VERY SMALL QUANTITY OF OIL.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: ENFLEURAGE & SOLVENT EXTRACTION. SOME
IS BY STEAM DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: A DARK BROWN TO ORANGE COLOUR THE OIL
HAS A RICH, WARM, HEAVY FLOWER-LIKE SCENT WITH MASCULINE UNDERTONES.
APPLICATIONS: DEPRESSION, NERVOUS TENSION, STRESS, ANXIETY AND MENSTRUAL
PROBLEMS.
USE: BATH: 12 DROPS INTO A RUNNING
BATH
MASSAGE: IN A CARRIER
OIL …SEE ABOVE.
BLENDS
WELL WITH ROSE, SANDALWOOD, CLARY SAGE AND ALL CITRUS OILS.
CAUTION: NONE KNOWN.
JUNIPER
10 ml (Juniperus
communis)
Juniper
has astringent and antiseptic qualities and has been described
as both stimulating and soothing. A good oil used in skin
care, may help with acne, eczema, dermatitis and people with
oily skin complexions. Said to help in the eradication of
toxins from the body helping to clear mucous from the intestines
and may help with piles. Beneficial in the treatment of gout
for its ability to rid the body of uric acid.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: REFRESHES,
RESTORES, TONES. DETOXIFYING, STIMULATING AND EMOTIONALLY
CALMING, BALANCING AND ANTISEPTIC.
SOURCE:
THIS ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM THE BERRIES OF THE JUNIPER BUSH.
THE NEEDLES AND WOOD PRODUCE AN INFERIOR OIL. FOUND EXTENSIVELY
ACROSS THE NORTHERN HEMISPHERE. MOST OIL IS PRODUCED IN EUROPE
AND CANADA.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: A PALE OR CLEAR OIL WITH A FRESH, CLEAR,
REFRESHING, WOODY AROMA.
APPLICATIONS: SKIN CARE, URINARY INFECTIONS, RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS,
GOUT & RHEUMATISM, STRESS & ANXIETY.
USE: BATH: 6
DROPS INTO A RUNNING
BATH
MASSAGE:
3-5 DROPS TO EVERY 5ml MEASURE OF CARRIER OIL
BLENDS
WELL WITH ROSEMARY, LEMON, LAVENDER, SANDALWOOD,
CEDARWOOD, CLARY SAGE, PINE, GERANIUM, CYPRESS AND MOST CITRUS
OILS.
CAUTION: AVOID IF SUFFERING KIDNEY PROBLEMS AND
DURING PREGNANCY.
LAVENDER
10 ml (Lavandula
angustifolia)
This oil
is probably one of the most versatile and best all-round therapeutic
oils known; it is the most widely used essential oil. Its
rejuvenating properties make it useful in skincare preparations
as it promotes cell growth. This oil is a must for all households
and would be usefully placed in the first aid kit. It has
excellent pain relieving qualities in cases involving minor
burns, especially those from hot ovens. It has natural antibiotic,
antiseptic, antidepressant and sedative effects.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: ANALGESIC,
NERVINE, SEDATIVE, UPLIFTING, COMFORTING, CALMING, RELAXING & ANTISEPTIC.
SOURCE:
FROM THE FLOWERS OF THE SHRUB, WHICH ORIGINATED IN THE MEDITTERANEA
AREA. NOW GROWS WORLDWIDE, MOST OIL COMES FROM FRANCE, SPAIN,
ENGLAND, THE BALKAN STATES, GREECE AND TURKEY.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: THE OIL IS PALE YELLOW OR ALMOST COLOURLESS
WITH AN AROMA THAT IS SWEET, FLORAL,
HERBACEOUS WITH A WOODY UNDERTONE.
APPLICATIONS: RELAXATION, SOOTHING, HELPS
SLEEP, BURNS & HEALING (ANTIBIOTIC & ANTISEPTIC).
BURNS – YOU CAN USE SMALL AMOUNT, NEAT, APPLIED ONTO
THE BURN.
USE: BATH: 6 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
INHALATION:
5 DROPS IN A BURNER OR 3 DROPS ON A BALL
OF COTTONWOOL.
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS PER
5ml OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH ROSEMARY, SANDALWOOD, EUCALYPTUS, JUNIPER,
CEDARWOOD, CLARY SAGE, GERANIUM, CYPRESS AND MOST CITRUS OILS.
CAUTION: MAY CAUSE DROWSINESS. BEST AVOIDED DURING THE FIRST FEW MONTHS OF PREGNANCY. MAY CAUSE
SLIGHT DROWSINESS IF YOU SUFFER FROM LOW BLOOD PRESSURE.
LEMON
10 ml (Citrus
limonum)
Lemon aroma
is fresh, sharp, refreshing and ‘clean’. Best known for its
astringent and antiseptic qualities. Good oil for use in cases
of greasy skin conditions. It will also sooth insect bites
and stings. Said to be good in the treatment of warts when
applied direct to the affected skin.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: CLEANSING,
REFRESHING, STIMULATING, ANTISEPTIC
AND UPLIFTING.
SOURCE:
ANOTHER NATIVE OF ASIA THAT IS NOW ESTABLISHED WORLDWIDE.
LEMON
ESSENTIAL OIL IS EXTRACTED FROM THE RIND OF THE FRUIT.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: EXPRESSION/DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: A PALE YELLOW/GREEN OIL WITH A CRISP,
LIGHT, FRESH AROMA.
APPLICATIONS: INSECT BITES/STINGS, SKIN CARE (esp. OILY SKIN), WARTS
AND VERUCCAE (apply a small drop using a cotton bud onto the
infection 3 times a day).
USE: BATH: 3 DROPS IN A CARRIER (MILK OR OIL)
IN A BATH.
INHALATION: 5 DROPS
IN A BURNER
MASSAGE: 2 DROPS PER
5ml CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH SANDALWOOD, EUCALYPTUS, JUNIPER, GERANIUM,
ROMAN CHAMOMILE, FRANKINCENSE, LAVENDER AND MOST CITRUS OILS.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR BEFORE USING A SUNBED.
LEMONGRASS
10 ml (Cymbopogon citratus)
Lemongrass
essential oil is extracted from a wonderfully fragrant tropical
grass, having an aroma that is fresh, grassy, citrus
like, strong and sweeter than lemon. A very good insect repellant
and is excellent in keeping fleas and tics away from pets
at home. Vaporisation in the room is said to be one of the
best uses of this oil in the home environment keeping all
manner of insects at bay. Lemongrass is deodorising and excellent
for tired, aching feet. It is an effective antiseptic. Could
also be used in the treatment of Athletes Foot and other fungal
type infections.
PRINCIPALE ACTIONS: REFRESHING,
STIMULATING, ENERGISING, CLEANSING &
TONIC.
SOURCE:
NATIVE TO ASIA, MAINLY CULTIVATED IN INDIA. LEMONGRASS IS A FAST GROWING PERENNIAL
GRASS UP TO 1.5 METERS TALL. THE OIL IS EXTRACTED FROM THE
LEAVES OF THE GRASS.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: A PALE YELLOW/AMBER OIL WITH A CRISP,
SHARP, FRESH, EARTHY, LEMON AROMA.
APPLICATIONS:
INSECT REPELLENT, ACNE, MUSCULAR PAIN, EXHAUSTION & STRESS.
USE: BATH: 3 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
INHALATION: 3 DROPS
IN A BURNER
MASSAGE: 2 or 3 DROPS
PER 5ml CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH BERGAMOT, GERANIUM, LAVENDER, ROSEMARY,
SANDALWOOD, EUCALYPTUS, JUNIPER, ROMAN CHAMOMILE, FRANKINCENSE,
AND MOST CITRUS OILS.
CAUTION: CAN CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION IN A SMALL NUMBER OF PEOPLE.
LIME
10 ml (Citrus aurantifolia)
Lime has
a refreshing and sweet aroma best described as sharp, bitter/sweet
and refreshing. This oil is said to have good astringent qualities.
It is also known to be a good toner and it’s refreshing action
clears greasy skin. May be helpful in cases of rheumatic pain.
A stimulating oil where there is anxiety and depression.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: REFRESHING,
STIMULATING, ENERGISING, UPLIFTING, CLEANSING
AND TONIC.
SOURCE:
NATIVE TO ASIA, NOW CULTIVATED AROUD THE WORLD BUT MAINLY
IN FLORIDA, CUBA, CENTRAL AMERICA AND ITALY.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: A PALE GREEN OR PALE YELLOW OIL WITH
A SHARP LIME PEEL AROMA
APPLICATIONS:
ANTI-VIRAL, ANTI-BACTERIAL, TONIC, SKIN CARE, CLEANSING, CIRCULATION
PROBLEMS, ASTHMA & RESPIRATION PROBLEMS, SORE THROAT, COLDS &
‘FLU. INSECT REPELLENT.
USE: BATH: 3 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
INHALATION: 3 DROPS
IN A BURNER
MASSAGE: 2 DROPS PER
5ml OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH CLARY SAGE, LAVENDER, ROSEMARY, YLANG
YLANG, NEROLI, CITRONELLA AND MOST CITRUS OILS.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR BEFORE USING A SUNBED. MAY CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION.
MARJORAM
– SWEET
10 ml (Origanum
marjorana)
Aroma is
warm, penetrating and slightly spicy. A comforting oil that
is soothing and effective in cases involving stress, anxiety
and tension. The oil induces a relaxing effect and is said
to have a sedative effect on the mind and body. Also used
in the treatment of various sports injuries where muscles
are affected, such as bruising and sprains. Could be effective
in the treatment of rheumatic pains. May also help in cases
of insomnia due to its sedative properties.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: COMFORTING,
SEDATIVE, SOOTHING AND RELAXING.
SOURCE:
A MEDITERRANEAN NATIVE BUSHY PLANT. MOST OIL IS PRODUCED IN
FRANCE, TUNISIA, MOROCCO, EGYPT, BULGARIA AND HUNGARY.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: PALE YELLOW/AMBER /GREEN OIL WITH A
WARM, WOODY, SPICY AROMA.
APPLICATIONS:
MUSCULAR ACHES & PAINS, SPRAINS AND BRUISES.
RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS, COLDS. HEADACHES, TENSION AND STRESS.
SLEEP PROBLEMS.
USE: BATH: 6 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS PER 5ml CARRIER OIL
INHALATION: 2 DROPS
ON A TISSUE OR 4 DROPS IN A BURNER.
BLENDS
WELL WITH BERGAMOT, PEPPERMINT, LAVENDER, ROSEMARY,
CHAMOMILE, CYPRESS, CEDARWOOD, TEA TREE AND EUCALYPTUS.
CAUTION: NON-TOXIC, NON-SENSITISING & NON-IRRITANT. AVOID IF
PREGNANT.
NEROLI
10 ml (Citrus
aurantium) 5% pure oil. blended with Jojoba.
Neroli is
produced from orange blossom and has an exquisite perfume.
Very useful for skin care, especially mature and/or sensitive
skin. This diluted oil can be used straight from the bottle.
In cold conditions Jojoba will solidify, but can be warmed
in the hand or in warm water. Use 15-20 drops per drop of
pure oil required in blends. Our reason for supplying Neroli
at a 5% dilution is that a 10ml bottle of the pure oil would
cost around £65.00.
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: SOOTHES, RELAXES,
UPLIFTING, ANTIDEPRESSANT AND INCREASES SELF-CONFIDENCE.
SOURCE:
NATIVE TO CHINA BUT NOW COMMON IN THE MEDITERRANEAN AREA
AND PARTS OF THE AMERICAS. MOST OIL IS PRODUCED IN FRANCE,
TUNISIA, MOROCCO, EGYPT & ITALY.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: STEAM DISTILLATION OR SOLVENT EXTRACTION.
CHARACTER: A PALE YELLOW OIL WITH A LIGHT, SWEET,
EXOTIC FLORAL AROMA
APPLICATIONS:
SKIN CARE/AGEING, THREAD VEINS, DEPRESSION, NERVOUS
TENSION, STRESS, ANXIETY, MENSTRUAL
PROBLEMS, SENSUAL PROPERTIES.
USE: BATH: 12 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH
MASSAGE: IN A CARRIER
OIL …SEE ABOVE.
BLENDS
WELL WITH CHAMOMILE, GERANIUM, CLARY SAGE, JASMINE, LAVENDER, ROSE,
LEMON, YLANG YLANG AND OTHER CITRUS OILS.
CAUTION:
IF PREGNANT CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR. NON-TOXIC, NON-SENSITISING, NON-PHOTOTOXIC
& NON-IRRITANT.
ORANGE
10 ml (Citrus sinensis)
Aroma is
zesty and as one would expect citrus like. A good overall
skin tonic. Can be effective in the treatment of dermatitis
and dry skin conditions. Can be good in cases of stress and
nervous tension, especially when blended with marjoram. Overall
a very uplifting oil.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: SOOTHING,
REFRESHING, STIMULATING, UPLIFTING – A ‘HAPPY’ OIL. GOOD SKIN
TONIC.
SOURCE:
ANOTHER CITRUS FRUIT WITH ORIGINS IN THE FAR EAST. NOW GROWN
IN MOST MEDITERRANEAN TYPE CLIMATES. THE MAJORITY OF THE ESSENTIAL
OIL COMES FROM ITALY, TUNISIA, MOROCCO, EGYPT, USA AND FRANCE.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: EXPRESSION.
CHARACTER: THE OIL IS EXTRACTED FROM THE PEEL OF
THE FRUIT AND IS ORANGE/YELLOW IN COLOUR WITH A SWEET, FRESH
SCENT. IT HAS A CHARACTERISTIC ORANGE AROMA THAT COULD BE DESCRIBED AS BOTTLED ‘SUNSHINE’.
APPLICATIONS:
CHEERING EFFECT, USEFUL FOR CALMING AND
SOOTHING THE EMOTIONS AS A RESULT OF TENSION, TRAUMA &
STRESS. OILY/GREASY SKIN. COLDS
& ‘FLU.
USE: BATH: 4 DROPS IN A CARRIER (MILK OR OIL)
INTO A RUNNING BATH.
INHALATION: 4 DROPS
IN A BURNER OR 2 DROPS ONTO A TISSUE.
MASSAGE: 2 DROPS PER
5ml CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH LAVENDER, NEROLI, LEMON, MYRRH, NUTMEG,
CLARY SAGE, CINNAMON AND CLOVE.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT OR BEFORE USING A SUNBED.
PATCHOULI
10 ml (Pogostemon
cablin)
Aroma is
very exotic earthy, relaxing, sensual, strong and sweet. Anyone
from the ‘hippy’ era of the Sixties will remember the scent
very well. A good skin care oil especially for oily skin conditions.
Helpful with ageing skin. This oil is anti-inflammatory (as
good as Chamomile), antiseptic and fungicidal. Could be useful
in cases of athletes foot. Traditionally used in Chinese medicine
for centuries. Said to be a good oil to use in cases where
suppressing the appetite is needed to aid dieting. Good to
tone loose skin after excessive dieting. May have aphrodisiac
properties in the right application.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: MUSKY
& EXOTIC – SOOTHING & UPLIFTING. GOOD FOR SKIN CARE.
FUNGICIDAL, ANTISEPTIC & ANTI-INFLAMMATORY.
SOURCE:
A SMALL, 1 METRE HIGH, BUSHY PLANT FROM SOUTH EAST ASIA. THE OIL IS EXTRACTED
FROM THE DRIED LEAVES.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: STEAM DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: AN ORANGE/DARK RED/AMBER OIL THAT IS
VERY VISCOUS. THE OIL HAS A PENETRATING EARTHY, RICH HERB-LIKE
AROMA THAT IS VERY PERSISTENT.
APPLICATIONS:
ATHLETES FOOT, DRY/CHAPPED OR CRACKED SKIN. ACNE.
WEEPING EXZEMA. HAIR CARE. STRESS AND NERVOUS EXHAUSTION.
USE: BATH: 4 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
INHALATION: 4 DROPS
IN A BURNER
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS PER
5ml OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH BERGAMOT,
SANDALWOOD, CEDARWOOD, ROSE, BERGAMOT, NEROLI, CLARY SAGE,
GERANIUM, AND LAVENDER.
CAUTION: NON-TOXIC, NON-IRRITANT AND NON SENSITISING.
PEPPERMINT
10 ml (Mentha
piperita)
Aroma is,
as you would expect, menthol and is a very strong, piercing
odour that is both refreshing and invigorating. An excellent
oil for mental fatigue and depression however caused. Also
useful for tired muscles. Its cooling effect is why it is
widely used in foot care preparations. Also acts as a deodoriser.
Said to be helpful in travel sickness and general nauseous
conditions. Peppermint essential oil is also useful as an
insect repellent.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: UPLIFTING,
STIMULATING, REFRESHING AND COOLING.
SOURCE:
COMMON ACROSS EUROPE & NORTH AMERICA, THE PLANT IS NOW
GROWN WORLDWIDE. PEPPERMINT ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM THE LEAVES AND FLOWERING
TOPS OF THE HERB. OIL PRODUCTION IS MAINLY FROM THE UNITED
KINGDOM, FRANCE, RUSSIA, CHINA, BULGARIA, ITALY, HUNGARY AND
MOROCCO.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: STEAM DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: A CLEAR, PALE YELLOW OR GREEN OIL WITH
A PENETRATING SHARP, MINT AROMA.
APPLICATIONS: REFRESHES TIRED HEAD AND FEET. EXCELLENT FOR DRIVING–HELPS
MENTAL FATIGUE, NAUSEA AND TRAVEL SICKNESS.
USE: BATH: 2 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
INHALATION: 3 DROPS
IN A BURNER OR 1 DROP ON COTTON WOOL BALL
MASSAGE: 1 OR 2 DROPS
PER 5ml OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH EUCALYPTUS,
LAVENDER, LEMON, MARJORAM AND ROSEMARY.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE BEFORE SLEEP. DO NOT USE IF
PREGNANT OR IF
NURSING (MAY DISCOURAGE THE FLOW OF MILK). THIS OIL MAY ANTIDOTE HOMEOPATHIC
REMEDIES. IRRITANT IF SKIN IS OVEREXPOSED. ALWAYS USE IN MODERATION.
PETITGRAIN
10 ml (Citrus aurantium)
Good for
treating nervous exhaustion and stress related conditions.
Can be used to combat greasy skin and hair. May be useful
in the treatment of acne. An exceptional oil in cases where
excess perspiration needs to be checked. Also known to have
a calming effect where stomachache is caused by cramps of
the stomach muscles.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: TONIC,
UPLIFTING, STIMULANT, SOOTHES AND RELAXES.
SOURCE:
PETITGRAIN ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM THE LEAVES AND YOUNG TWIGS
OF THE BITTER ORANGE TREE (NATIVE OF ASIA) THAT ALSO PRODUCES
NEROLI ESSENTIAL OIL. MOST OIL COMES FROM FRANCE BUT SOME
IS PRODUCED IN NORTH AFRICA AND THE AMERICAS.EXTRACTION
METHOD: STEAM DISTILLATION.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: EXPRESSION.
CHARACTER: A VERY PALE ORANGE OR YELLOW OIL WITH
A FRESH, DELICATE, WOODY FLORAL AROMA
CARRYING A HINT OF CITRUS ORANGE.
APPLICATIONS: SKIN CARE (esp. GREASY SKIN), NERVOUS TENSION, STRESS
AND ANXIETY.
USE: BATH:
6 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS PER
5ml CARRIER OIL
INHALATION: 2 DROPS
ON A TISSUE OR 4 DROPS IN A BURNER.
BLENDS
WELL WITH BERGAMOT,
CEDARWOOD, LAVENDER, GERANIUM, NEROLI, CLARY SAGE, JASMINE,
LIME AND ROSEMARY.
CAUTION: NON-TOXIC, NON-SENSITISING, NON-PHOTOTOXIC & NON-IRRITANT.
PINE
10 ml (Pinus
sylvestris)
This oil
is said to have a stimulating effect on the circulation and
is sometimes used to help alleviate rheumatic pain and discomfort.
Good oil to help relieve cold symptoms if used in a hot bath,
where it will also invigorate the body. The oil also has antiseptic
properties. Great to use at Christmas in an oil burner – a
real pine aroma.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: ANTISEPTIC, STIMULATING AND REFRESHING.
SOURCE:
A NATIVE OF EUROPE AND WESTERN ASIA BUT CULTIVATED FOR OIL
IN THE USA, NORTHERN EUROPE, RUSSIA AND SCANDINAVIA.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: A PALE YELLOW OR COLOURLESS OIL WITH
A STRONG, DRY, BALSAMIC- TYPE ‘CHRISTMAS TREE’ AROMA.
APPLICATIONS:
HELPS WITH RESPIRATORY PROBLEMS (Colds, ‘Flu etc).
RHEUMATIC PAIN. EFFECTIVE DEODORANT AND AIR FRESHENER.
USE: BATH: 2 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
INHALATION: 3 DROPS
IN A BURNER OR 1 DROPS ON A COTTON WOOL BALL.
MASSAGE: 2 DROPS PER
5ml OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH CEDARWOOD, EUCALYPTUS, ROSEMARY,
TEA TREE, LAVENDER, FRANKINCENSE, LEMON, MYRRH AND JUNIPER.
CAUTION: MAY CAUSE IRRITATION IF USED ON SENSITIVE SKIN
OR SKIN ALLERGY CONDITIONS.
ROSE
10 ml (Rosa
centifolia) 5% pure oil. Blended with Jojoba.
Traditionally
known as the 'Queen of Flowers', Rose was probably the first
flower from which an essential oil was ever distilled (tenth
century). Only a little of this special oil is needed as its
perfume is quite strong. This diluted oil can be used straight
from the bottle.
In cold conditions will solidify, can be warmed in the hand
or in warm water. Use 15-20 drops, per drop of pure oil required
in blends. Our reason for supplying Rose at a 5% dilution
is that a 10ml bottle of the pure oil would cost around £55.00
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: SOOTHS
EMOTIONS, RELAXES, UPLIFTS, ANTIDEPRESSANT, SELF-CONFIDENCE,
SKIN CARE.
SOURCE:
THE ESSENTIAL OIL IS EXTRACTED FROM THE PETALS OF THE FLOWER,
WHICH IS BELIEVED TO HAVE ORIGINATED IN ANCIENT PERSIA. THE
PLANT IS CULTIVATED FOR OIL IN MOROCCO, TUNISIA, ITALY, FRANCE
AND CHINA.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: SOLVENT EXTRACTION.
CHARACTER: THE OIL IS A PALE YELLOW COLOUR WITH
A STRONG, HEAVY, SWEET, ROSE- FLORAL AROMA THAT IS QUITE LONG
LASTING.
APPLICATIONS:
SKIN CARE/AGEING, SENSUAL AND APHRODISIAC PROPERTIES.
USE: BATH: 12 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH.
MASSAGE: IN A CARRIER
OIL …SEE ABOVE.
BLENDS
WELL WITH BERGAMOT,
NEROLI, CLARY SAGE, GERANIUM, CHAMOMILE, LAVENDER, SANDALWOOD,
PATCHOULI AND JASMINE.
CAUTION: AVOID DURING FIRST 4 MONTHS OF PREGNANCY.
ROSEMARY
10ml (Rosmarinus
officinalis)
One of the
most popular oils after lavender and tea-tree. It is a reviving
and stimulating oil helping to keep the circulation, heart,
kidneys, liver and gall bladder in good working order. It
is often used in the treatment of tired and aching muscles.
A good oil to aid concentration as it will combat fatigue.
A good oil to vapourise in a room as it will purify and disinfect
the air, good to combat winter cold and flu airborne viruses.
May be used as a final rinse on the hair after washing to
help with dandruff and hair care.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: INVIGORATING,
REFRESHING, PENETRATING, STIMULATING, ANTISEPTIC.
SOURCE:
THIS ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM THE FLOWERING TOPS AND LEAVES OF
THE HERB.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: A CLEAR OR PALE YELLOW OIL WITH AN AROMA THAT HAS A STRONG, CLEAR, REFRESHING HERBAL-TYPE SMELL SIMILAR
TO EUCALYPTUS WHEN FIRST SMELT.
APPLICATIONS: TIRED & ACHEING MUSCLES, AIDS CONCENTRATION, COLDS (IF
USED IN A BURNER), HAIRCARE.
USE: BATH: 2 DROPS
INTO A RUNNING BATH.
INHALATION: 3 DROPS
IN A BURNER OR 1 DROP ON A TISSUE.
MASSAGE: 2 DROPS PER
5ml CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH LAVENDER, CEDARWOOD,
CITRONELLA, FRANKINCENSE, JUNIPER, PEPPERMINT, PETITGRAIN
AND PINE.
CAUTION: DO NOT USE IF SUFFERING FROM HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, HEART
PROBLEMS, EPILEPSY OR IF PREGNANT. AVOID BEFORE SLEEP.
ROSEWOOD
10ml (Aniba
rosaeodora)
Rosewood
has a delightful, emotionally uplifting fragrance with soothing
qualities. It is also antibacterial and a good deodoriser,
having a tonic effect on the body. This oil is said to have
cell growth stimulating and tissue regeneration properties
and can be used in cases of cuts or wounds to the body. It
may also have aphrodisiac properties so could well help in
cases of impotence or frigidity.
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: RELAXING, CALMING, UPLIFTING AND ENLIVENING. ANTI-DEPRESSANT.
SOURCE:
A NATIVE OF SOUTH AMERICA WITH BRAZIL & PERU BEING THE
MAIN PRODUCERS. THE OIL IS EXTRACTED FROM THE WOOD
CHIPPINGS AND SHAVINGS THAT ARE SURPLUS TO THE TIMBER TRADE.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
PALE YELLOW OR COLOURLESS THIS OIL HAS A SWEET, WOODY, FLORAL AROMA WITH
A HINT OF SPICE.
APPLICATIONS: SKIN CARE, STIMULATES IMMUNE SYSTEM
(COLDS etc), TENSION & STRESS.
USE: BATH: 6 DROPS
INTO A RUNNING BATH.
INHALATION: 3 DROPS
IN A BURNER
MASSAGE: 3 DROPS PER
5ml CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH: LAVENDER, BERGAMOT,
GERANIUM, YLANG YLANG, ROSE, CEDARWOOD, FRANKINCENSE, JUNIPER,
PETITGRAIN AND PINE.
CAUTION: NON-TOXIC, NON-IRRITANT, and NON-SENSITISING.
SANDALWOOD
10ml (Santalum album)
A relaxant
with sensual properties. Sandalwood is useful for all skin
types and can help treat dry, cracked and chapped skin. Also
good in cases of eczema. Known as an aphrodisiac especially
when blended with Patchouli, Geranium or Rose.
PRINCIPAL
ACTIONS: EXOTIC, SENSUAL & CALMING
SOURCE:
INDIA AND SRI LANKA ARE THE MAIN SOURCES OF OIL FROM THIS
NATIVE SPECIES. THIS
ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM THE HEARTWOOD OF THE TREE,
WHICH IS ALLOWED TO FALL WITH OLD AGE (50 YEARS OR MORE).
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
PALE YELLOW OR GREENISH OIL HAVING A SWEET, WOODY, FLORAL AROMA WITH
EXOTIC UNDERTONES.
APPLICATIONS: STRESS, INSOMNIA, DRY or CRACKED SKIN PROBLEMS.
USE: BATH: 6 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH
MASSAGE: 5 DROPS PER
5ml OF CARRIER OIL
INHALATION: 5 DROPS
IN A BURNER
BLENDS
WELL WITH LAVENDER, BERGAMOT,
GERANIUM, YLANG YLANG, ROSE, CEDARWOOD, FRANKINCENSE, JUNIPER,
PETITGRAIN AND PINE.
CAUTION: NONE KNOWN.
TEA-TREE
10 ml (Melaleuca
alternifolia)
AMAZING…
is the only word to describe this fantastic oil. Aroma is
very fresh and pungent medicinal type odour. The best all
round oil to fight all types of infections. Known to be effective
against bacteria, fungi and viruses. A very powerful immunostimulant.
It is also known to be a good oil to dilute within a shampoo
or hair rinse as it will help fight dandruff. Many books have
been written on the uses of this very popular oil.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: ANTISEPTIC,
ANTI-FUNGAL & ANTI-VIRAL.
SOURCE:
TEA TREE ESSENTIAL OIL IS OBTAINED FROM THE LEAVES AND TWIGS OF THE
TREE WHICH IS NATIVE TO AUSTRALIA THE ONLY SOURCE OF THIS
VARIETY OF OIL.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER:
A PALE YELLOW/GREEN OIL WITH A VERY ‘MEDICINAL’ SMELL.
APPLICATIONS: GOOD FOR ACNE, COLD SORES & BURNS. ELIMINATES DANDRUFF.
INSECT REPELLENT. FIGHTS COLDS etc
SORE THROATS: Add 1 – 2 drops
to a glass of water & gargle.
BRONCHITIS/FLU, SINUSITIS:2
– 3 drops on a handkerchief, 3 -5 drops in a bath, 5 drops
in a burner (reduces spread of infection), 2% in a carrier
oil to massage chest & throat.
COLD SORES: Apply 1 drop
to a cotton bud and apply twice daily to the sore.
CUTS & WOUNDS: Add 1
or 2 drops to a small basin of warm water and wash gently.
INSECT BITES:Apply 1 drop
to cotton bud and apply to the bite. Stops itching and reduces
risk of infection.
HEAD LICE: 25 drops into
50ml carrier oil. Apply to head & hair – leave for 3 hours.
Wash hair as normal. Repeat every 2 days until no lice are
visible. Always avoid eyes.
ACNE/SPOTS/BOILS: 5 drops
in a bowl of warm water and wash face (avoid eyes). Apply
1 drop to cotton bud and apply twice a day.
ATHLETES FOOT: 5 drops in
a bowl of warm water and soak feet. Use a separate towel and
clean footwear.
CYSTITIS/THRUSH: 5 – 7 drops
in a bath.
CHICKENPOX/SHINGLES: 5 –
7 drops in a bath. 15 drops into 50ml carrier oil – apply
to infected area.
BLENDS
WELL WITH LAVENDER, LEMON, EUCALYPTUS, BERGAMOT, CLARY SAGE, GERANIUM, ROSEMARY, CEDARWOOD
AND PINE.
CAUTION:
MAY CAUSE IRRITATION
IF USED ON SENSITIVE SKIN.
YLANG-YLANG
10ml (Cananga odorata)
One of the
recognised uses of this oil is in the treatment of palpitations
and rapid breathing. Also said to be useful in the treatment
of high blood pressure. It could be a good oil to use in cases
of depression or stress related problems. Good for oily skin
conditions. The aroma is quite irresistible and is felt to
have aphrodisiac properties.
PRINCIPAL ACTIONS: SENSUAL,
RELAXING, SOOTHING, CALMING, UPLIFTING AND BALANCING.
SOURCE:
NATIVE TO THE PHILIPPINES AND INDONESIA
THIS TALL TREE, UPTO 60 FEET HIGH, PRODUCES EXQUISITE FLOWERS
THAT ARE THE SOURCE OF THE ESSENTIAL OIL.
EXTRACTION
METHOD: DISTILLATION.
CHARACTER: A PALE YELLOW OIL WITH A SWEET, EXOTIC, SLIGHTLY SPICY, HEAVY FLORAL
SCENT.
APPLICATIONS: SENSUAL & APHRODISIAC. PALPITATIONS, RAPID BREATHING &
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE. SKIN & HAIR CARE. DEPRESSION, STRESS
AND INSOMNIA.
USE: BATH: 6 – 8 DROPS INTO A RUNNING BATH
MASSAGE: 3-5 DROPS
TO EVERY 5ml MEASURE OF CARRIER OIL.
BLENDS
WELL WITH LEMON, LIME, BERGAMOT,
JASMINE, ROSEWOOD, CEDARWOOD AND ROSE.
CAUTION: MAY CAUSE
NAUSEA & HEADACHES DUE TO STRONG SCENT
