Oils
Eucalyptus
Is cooling, anti-viral, for lungs, throat infections, tuberculosis, hay fever, infectious diseases, malaria, gall stones, insect bites, burns, pus, cuts, skin disorders, concentration. Cautions--use in low doses, avoid if suffering from epilepsy or high blood pressure, do not use while taking homeopathic medications. It also will kill airborne germs and viruses to help reduce the spread of flues and infections. Wonderful for protection during the winter months. Diffused for two hours a day will keep colds and flu away. Used in massage oil Eucalyptus is valuable in all respiratory conditions to ease constricted breathing. Blends well with - Basil, Cedar, Frankincense, Sweet Marjoram, Pine.
Lavender
This is a must for every first aid kit, very calming and for burns, inflammation, cuts, wounds, eczema, dermatitis, sunburns, insomnia, fainting, headaches, influenza, insomnia, hysteria, migraine, nausea, nervousness, tension, calms anxiety, infection, bacterial conditions, sores, ulcers, acne, boils, asthma, rheumatism and arthritis
Lemon
Great for anxiety and stress relief, very relaxing, an anti-depressant, helpful for colds and influenza as it fights germs and bacteria, disinfects, sore throat, nervousness, blood pressure, digestive problems, gallstones, debility, fever, anxiety, as a tonic, astringent and antiseptic, improves concentration
Orange
Depression, anxiety, constipation, nervous conditions, muscular spasm, as a tonic, sedative and antiseptic, helpful for sluggish digestion, poor circulation and cellulite. A diuretic. It is one of the happy scents, very calming, helpful for anxiety, a great scent for a child's room because they love the fragrance and it is calming and relaxing for the little ones. It uplifts our mood and helps us feel more positive. Blends well with - spicy oils like Coriander and Cinnamon, also with Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang, Neroli and other citrus oils.
Peppermint
Ant invasion in home, inflammation, nausea, indigestion, fevers, flatulence, headaches, migraines, liver problems, arthritis and as a stimulant, cooling to the body for fevers or in hot weather. A strong digestive aid and breath freshener. Peppermint's strong antispasmodic action makes it useful in massage for sports injuries. It's anti-inflammatory action helps sciatica, neuralgia and arthritis. It's stimulating ability helps mental concentration and memory. It is very stimulating to the mind, relieves mental fatigue and depression. Use in low dilutions, not necessarily on the skin. Avoid if you have high blood pressure.
Rosemary
For gout, headaches, fatigue, rheumatism, skin infections, muscular aches and pains, sprains, dandruff, alopecia, obesity, spinal injuries, as a nerve stimulant, heart tonic, liver decongestant and analgesic. A very protective scent, helps clear negative energy from ones aura and environment. Energizing, stimulating, great for jet lag, headache, stimulates circulation, very helpful for mental concentration and memory. Use at work to bring you back into focus before an important meeting. Works like Eucalyptus to clear the respiratory tract.
Rosewood
Contains about 70% linalool, which accounts for its sedative effect. A relaxant, balances central nervous system, an immune stimulant. Choose Rosewood when you want an immune stimulating oil but not an energizing one like Tea Tree. Rosewood is gentle, a very safe oil, a good oil for anyone with lowered immunity. It is also helpful for chronic fatigue. For colds, coughs, fever, infection. Very useful in skin care, safe and mild,l for acne, dry, sensitive, inflamed skin, dermatitis, scars, wrinkles, a cellular stimulant and tissue regenerator. Helpful for jet lag. Blends well with Lavender, Marjoram and Bergamot. Bath or massage oil.
Rosalina
A rosy Lavender smelling oil with a distinctive tea tree tone, and can be used in place of Tea Tree. Also called Lavender Tea Tree. A gentle, soft but cleansing oil good for a sad or heavy heart, helps to free one from feeling "stuck", inhibitions are subtly dissolved, allows you to be patient with the object of your heart. Great for respiratory problems, colds & flu, sinus, wounds and infections, tinea, also useful for stress, relaxing & calming.
Basil
Basil is light, fresh, sweet and spicy with balsamic undertones. The rich, penetrating smell of Basil is helpful in combating mental fatigue while increasing concentration and improving memory. Basil promotes a feeling of renewed vitality and decisiveness. It encourages us to take action rather than react to challenges. Basil is unique as it sharpens the mind while steadying the emotions. It helps to calm while elevating the spirits. It is useful during periods of stress or sadness. For those with insomnia due to anxiety with persistent unwanted thoughts, Basil combined with Lavender will help to clear the mind encouraging restful sleep. Useful in massage in LOW doses to strengthen and tone the muscles while invigorating the mind. Blends well with Bergamot, Geranium and Lavender.
Cedarwood
Helpful when dealing with feelings of uncertainty and fear. A fortifying and strengthening oil with a woody, sweet, balsamic, slightly camphoraceous odor. Cedrus means power. This oil is fortifying and strengthening, for immovable strength in times of crisis. To weather turbulent circumstances and make them in the end, productive. Blend this with Bergamot for it's uplifting anti-depressive qualities. Anti-infectious and anti-bacterial, it balances, calms, promotes spirituality and courage, very grounding. A decongesting oil that promotes lymphatic drainage and stimulates breakdown of accumulated fats . A mild diuretic, may be used for excessive weight gain, cellulite and fluid retention. Blend with Sandalwood for meditation.
Geranium
Uplifting, balances female energies and hormones, pms, menopause, detoxifying, kidneys, gall bladder stones, diabetes, fluid retention, throat, mouth infections, gastritis, insect repellent. Skin-- eczema, herpes, oily skin. Mind-- anxiety, stress, an anti-depressant. Blend with Lavender, Clary Sage and Bergamot for a stress relieving massage.
Ginger
Warming to both body and mind. Helpful for muscular aches and pains, arthritis, rheumatism, colds, chills, and poor circulation, sore throats, reduces fever, digestive system, flatulence, hangovers, travel sickness, aphrodisiac, sharpens the senses, high cholesterol, varicose veins, bruises, Known to be good for nervous tension and anxiety, sharpens the senses, warming, grounding.
Marjoram
Use for arthritis, muscular aches and pains, rheumatism, sprains and strains, respiratory ailments, colds and flu, headache, high blood pressure, chest infections, regulates menstrual cycle, insomnia, migraine, nervous tension, stress related disorders, motion sickness, calming, grief, good for hyperactive people. Blends well with Lavender, Rosemary.
Tea Tree
Immune system enhancer, activates white blood cells, useful in a wide range of bacterial, viral and fungal conditions. Tea Tree is anti-infectious and an immunostimulant and is useful for infections, colds, flu, bronchitis, sinusitis, candidiasis, fungal infections, thrush, inflammation, yeast infections, athlete's foot, acne/blemishes, cold sores, insect bItes, rashes and is very healing on the gums. It is very invigorating, uplifting and strengthening.