Aroma: Rich, woody, dryThe wood of this evergreen is hard and strongly aromatic because of the high percentage of essential oil it contains, which is where the essential oil is obtained by steam distillation. The oil was used by the ancient Egyptians for embalming, cosmetics, and perfumery, while in the East it has been used for infections, as a preservative, and as an incense.Medicinal properties include being antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, and fungicidal, which is why it?s perfect as an ant...
Aroma: Strong, warm, spicy, and sweetThe oil is obtained mainly from the celery seeds and flower heads, thought the entire plant produces it. The oil is fluid and pale yellow.Celery Seed oil is soothing for those with nervous fatigue. Inhaled (during aromatherapy), it soothes respiratory infections and bronchitis. It is a diuretic, so it can help relieve premenstrual bloating. It is also an aphrodisiac. It may cause photosensitivity when used externally. Oil of crushed celery seeds is used to he...
Aroma: Strong, warm, spicy, and sweetThe oil is obtained mainly from the celery seeds and flower heads, thought the entire plant produces it. The oil is fluid and pale yellow.Celery Seed oil is soothing for those with nervous fatigue. Inhaled (during aromatherapy), it soothes respiratory infections and bronchitis. It is a diuretic, so it can help relieve premenstrual bloating. It is also an aphrodisiac. It may cause photosensitivity when used externally. Oil of crushed celery seeds is used to he...
Aroma: Fresh, sweet, fruity, apple—like There is much deliberation over the species of plant called chamomile. Some believe that a similar plant, Roman or English chamomile (Chamaemelum noble), is actually the same species. German, Hungarian or blue chamomile (Matricaria recutita) produces a deep blue oil, while Chamaemelun nobile oil is pale blue to clear. The oil is distilled from the flowers.Chamomile (Roman) is steam distilled from the flowers. It can be pale blue to yellow in color, i...
Aroma: Fresh, sweet, fruity, apple—like There is much deliberation over the species of plant called chamomile. Some believe that a similar plant, Roman or English chamomile (Chamaemelum noble), is actually the same species. German, Hungarian or blue chamomile (Matricaria recutita) produces a deep blue oil, while Chamaemelun nobile oil is pale blue to clear. The oil is distilled from the flowers.Chamomile (Roman) is steam distilled from the flowers. It can be pale blue to yellow in color, i...
Aroma: Warm, herbal, spicy, dryCinnamon Bark essential oil is steam distilled from the bark of the cinnamon tree. It is germicidal, antiseptic, and anti—fungal. Add a bit of cinnamon leaf, orange and clove to a diffuser or potpourri to purify the air and add a touch of warmth to your home. Anyone who has who?s tasted cinnamon knows how strong and spicy the taste is, which is why it is no surprise that it is a STRONG skin irritant! Not recommended for direct application to the skin. Avoid c...
Aroma: Warm, herbal, spicy, dryCinnamon Bark essential oil is steam distilled from the bark of the cinnamon tree. It is germicidal, antiseptic, and anti—fungal. Add a bit of cinnamon leaf, orange and clove to a diffuser or potpourri to purify the air and add a touch of warmth to your home. Anyone who has who?s tasted cinnamon knows how strong and spicy the taste is, which is why it is no surprise that it is a STRONG skin irritant! Not recommended for direct application to the skin. Avoid c...
Aroma: Flat, herbal, woodsy, warmIt has been used for thousands of years for an array of ailments including colds, flu, digestive and menstrual problems. Also considered a mild stimulant. Cinnamon Leaf is relatively non—toxic; possible irritant because of the cinnamaldahyde. Eugenol (which can be found in Cinnamon Leaf oil) is an irritant to the mucous membranes; best used in moderation.Medicinal properties include being an anti—diarrhea, antimicrobial, antiseptic, and as an astringe...
Aroma: Flat, herbal, woodsy, warmIt has been used for thousands of years for an array of ailments including colds, flu, digestive and menstrual problems. Also considered a mild stimulant. Cinnamon Leaf is relatively non—toxic; possible irritant because of the cinnamaldahyde. Eugenol (which can be found in Cinnamon Leaf oil) is an irritant to the mucous membranes; best used in moderation.Medicinal properties include being an anti—diarrhea, antimicrobial, antiseptic, and as an astringe...
Aroma: Fresh, sweet, citrus, lemonyCitronella essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves (grass), it has a fresh, citrus—like scent. Commonly known for its natural insect repellent properties, though it has many other uses in aromatherapy. The oil is steam distilled from a tall, aromatic, perennial grass originally native to Sri Lanka. This oil is the known as Java citronella, and has a fresh, powerful, lemon—like scent. Some traditional other uses: for colds, flu and neuralgia...
Aroma: Fresh, sweet, citrus, lemonyCitronella essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves (grass), it has a fresh, citrus—like scent. Commonly known for its natural insect repellent properties, though it has many other uses in aromatherapy. The oil is steam distilled from a tall, aromatic, perennial grass originally native to Sri Lanka. This oil is the known as Java citronella, and has a fresh, powerful, lemon—like scent. Some traditional other uses: for colds, flu and neuralgia...
Aroma: Spicy, fragrant, fresh, peppery, and sweetClove oil has a warm, strong, spicy smell and is a natural analgesic and antiseptic used in dentistry for the ingredient eugenol.The oil is distilled from the leaves and unripe fruit. It is clear, with a slight yellow tint that matures into a dark brown. It can be used as a home remedy for dental pain relief. This oil has many uses; Flavoring medicine is a common use, as well as a remedy for bronchitis. The common cold, a cough, fever, sore throat...
Aroma: Spicy, fragrant, fresh, peppery, and sweetClove oil has a warm, strong, spicy smell and is a natural analgesic and antiseptic used in dentistry for the ingredient eugenol.The oil is distilled from the leaves and unripe fruit. It is clear, with a slight yellow tint that matures into a dark brown. It can be used as a home remedy for dental pain relief. This oil has many uses; Flavoring medicine is a common use, as well as a remedy for bronchitis. The common cold, a cough, fever, sore throat...
Eucalyptus has been used to treat coughs and the common cold in United States and Europe for many years. Eucalyptus leaves have been used in teas and gargles to soothe sore throats and treat bronchitis and sinusitis.\nEucalyptus oil helps loosen phlegm, many people inhale eucalyptus steam to help treat coughs and flu.\nThe leaves and oil of the eucalyptus plant are used as medicine. Eucalyptus oil consists of the volatile oil made from the fresh leaves and branch tops of the eucalyptus plant. Eu...
Eucalyptus has been used to treat coughs and the common cold in United States and Europe for many years. Eucalyptus leaves have been used in teas and gargles to soothe sore throats and treat bronchitis and sinusitis.\nEucalyptus oil helps loosen phlegm, many people inhale eucalyptus steam to help treat coughs and flu.\nThe leaves and oil of the eucalyptus plant are used as medicine. Eucalyptus oil consists of the volatile oil made from the fresh leaves and branch tops of the eucalyptus plant. Eu...
