Aroma: Sweet, spicy, earthyFennel is well known in most of the world for its use in cuisine, which utilizes all parts of the plant. Medicinally it has a history of promoting lactation being an antibacterial, anti—fungal, anti—inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic.Benefits of using the essential oil include aiding bronchitis and other respiratory ailments. Fennel may be added to a blend with carrier oil and massaged into the congested area. The ancient Greeks thought it conveyed long...
Aroma: Sweet, spicy, earthyFennel is well known in most of the world for its use in cuisine, which utilizes all parts of the plant. Medicinally it has a history of promoting lactation being an antibacterial, anti—fungal, anti—inflammatory, antiseptic, and diuretic.Benefits of using the essential oil include aiding bronchitis and other respiratory ailments. Fennel may be added to a blend with carrier oil and massaged into the congested area. The ancient Greeks thought it conveyed long...
Aroma: Floral, heavy, and sweetGeranium essential oil Egyptian has a scent which is similar to Geranium, but much sweeter. The color of the oil is dark green, brownish or brownish—yellow. It is steam distilled from a perennial, shrubby, hairy plant with fragrant leaves. Used commonly as an antidepressant (in aromatherapy), antiseptic, astringent, and diuretic. Consult with your physician and your aromatherapist before using any essential oil during pregnancy and breast—feeding. Oil b...
Aroma: Floral, heavy, and sweetGeranium essential oil Egyptian has a scent which is similar to Geranium, but much sweeter. The color of the oil is dark green, brownish or brownish—yellow. It is steam distilled from a perennial, shrubby, hairy plant with fragrant leaves. Used commonly as an antidepressant (in aromatherapy), antiseptic, astringent, and diuretic. Consult with your physician and your aromatherapist before using any essential oil during pregnancy and breast—feeding. Oil b...
Aroma: Fresh, warm, and sweetGinger is widely known as being used in the culinary industry as a seasoning, but medicinally it has been used for ailments of the digestive system. In medicine in can be used as an antibacterial, anti—inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, and diuretic.Sufferers of arthritis, bronchitis, the common cold, headaches, indigestion, loss of appetite, and sinus problems. The stimulant action of this oil makes it useful for fatigue and exhaustion. It may be added to...
Aroma: Fresh, warm, and sweetGinger is widely known as being used in the culinary industry as a seasoning, but medicinally it has been used for ailments of the digestive system. In medicine in can be used as an antibacterial, anti—inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, and diuretic.Sufferers of arthritis, bronchitis, the common cold, headaches, indigestion, loss of appetite, and sinus problems. The stimulant action of this oil makes it useful for fatigue and exhaustion. It may be added to...
Aroma: Citrus—like, fresh, tangyLike most citrus fruits grapefruit is high in Vitamin C, and all parts of the fruit is used in the culinary industry for different reasons. The oil is used in the fragrance industry, and medicinally it has been used as a stimulant and antidepressant. Because of it?s antibacterial, antiseptic, and stimulant properties it can be used to ward off infections as well as improve mood.Skin benefits include clearing acne, cellulite, oily hair and skin, and tones the...
Aroma: Citrus—like, fresh, tangyLike most citrus fruits grapefruit is high in Vitamin C, and all parts of the fruit is used in the culinary industry for different reasons. The oil is used in the fragrance industry, and medicinally it has been used as a stimulant and antidepressant. Because of it?s antibacterial, antiseptic, and stimulant properties it can be used to ward off infections as well as improve mood.Skin benefits include clearing acne, cellulite, oily hair and skin, and tones the...
Aroma: Sweet, floral, earthyThis unique oil is steam distilled from the flower. The word ?helichrysum? is named for the golden yellow flowers of the plant, and comes from the Greek words ?helios? meaning ?sun? and ?chrysos? meaning ?gold?. The common name, ?immortelle?, also comes from the flowers, because they are long lasting blossoms that last longer than most flowersBeing anti—allergenic, antibacterial, anti—inflammatory, antimicrobial makes it the perfect oil for people with sen...
Aroma: Sweet, floral, earthyThis unique oil is steam distilled from the flower. The word ?helichrysum? is named for the golden yellow flowers of the plant, and comes from the Greek words ?helios? meaning ?sun? and ?chrysos? meaning ?gold?. The common name, ?immortelle?, also comes from the flowers, because they are long lasting blossoms that last longer than most flowersBeing anti—allergenic, antibacterial, anti—inflammatory, antimicrobial makes it the perfect oil for people with sen...
Aroma: Sweet, floral, earthyThis unique oil is steam distilled from the flower. The word ?helichrysum? is named for the golden yellow flowers of the plant, and comes from the Greek words ?helios? meaning ?sun? and ?chrysos? meaning ?gold?. The common name, ?immortelle?, also comes from the flowers, because they are long lasting blossoms that last longer than most flowersBeing anti—allergenic, antibacterial, anti—inflammatory, antimicrobial makes it the perfect oil for people with sen...
Aroma: Herbal and spicyHoly basil, like sweet (culinary) basil, comes from India where it is revered as a sacred herb. The Egyptians burned a mixture of basil and myrrh to appease their gods. Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum) was introduced in Europe as a seasoning for food.The herb has very important medicinal properties — notably its ability to reduce blood sugar levels. It also prevents peptic ulcers and other stress related conditions like hypertension, colitis and asthma. Basil is also u...
Aroma: Herbal and spicyHoly basil, like sweet (culinary) basil, comes from India where it is revered as a sacred herb. The Egyptians burned a mixture of basil and myrrh to appease their gods. Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum) was introduced in Europe as a seasoning for food.The herb has very important medicinal properties — notably its ability to reduce blood sugar levels. It also prevents peptic ulcers and other stress related conditions like hypertension, colitis and asthma. Basil is also u...
Aroma: Sweet, herbal, and camphor—likeHyssop has a history as a purifying herb. It is one of the herbs mentioned in the Bible, used to purify the temples. Romans used hyssop to protect themselves against the plague, and to disinfect the houses of the sick. It has also been used to help with respiratory ailments.Medicinal properties include; antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti—viral, making it very useful during colder weather when are bodies are more susceptible to viral ailments.Peo...
Aroma: Sweet, herbal, and camphor—likeHyssop has a history as a purifying herb. It is one of the herbs mentioned in the Bible, used to purify the temples. Romans used hyssop to protect themselves against the plague, and to disinfect the houses of the sick. It has also been used to help with respiratory ailments.Medicinal properties include; antibacterial, antiseptic, and anti—viral, making it very useful during colder weather when are bodies are more susceptible to viral ailments.Peo...
