Aromatherapy Uses, Properties, and Benefits
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Note: Essential oils are potent substances and everyone reacts differently to them. All essential oils should be diluted before use and appropriate cautions should always be taken. This guide is purely intended for educational use.
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Botanical Name: | Anethum graveolens (Family: Apiaceae [Umbelliferae]) |
Common Countries of Origin: | USA and Hungary |
Description: | Dill has a light, earthy and fresh aroma. Dill Weed essential oil is great for the digestive system and has a lovely, uplifting aroma. |
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Botanical Name: | Canarium luzonicum |
Common Countries of Origin: | Philippines |
Description: | Elemi is a wonderful essential oil that is non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing. It comes from a large tropical tree that may grow to as high as 100 feet. Elemi oil is native to the Philippines. The essential oil is extracted by steam distilling a resin that oozes from the tree in places where it is punctured or injured. |
Uses: | Elemi is antiseptic, soothing to the skin, fortifying and tonic, regulatory, stimulant, expectorant, and stomachic. It is said to be excellent to use for skin rejuvenation, and infected cuts and wounds. Elemi essential oil is known as an 'anti-wrinkle' oil. It is also used for cough and congestion. Elemi is one of our favorite oils and we use it in skin creams and massage oils. |
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Botanical Name: | Eucalyptus globulus (Family: Myrtaceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | Australia, China |
Description: | Eucalyptus oil is a fresh and stimulating oil with a penetrating scent and antiseptic properties. |
Uses: | Eucalyptus oil is widely used as a component of preparations for relieving congestion and muscle aches. A powerful antiseptic, used in baths and massage during the cold season. Blend oil in chest rubs and use in a vaporizer to keep air germ free in sick room. |
Eucalyptus Blends well with: | Lavender, coriander, juniper berry, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, thyme, and pine.
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Other Types: | There are many Eucalyptus oils, including; Australian Eucalyptus, (E. australina); Lemon Eucalyptus, (E. citriodora); Dives or Broad-Leaved Peppermint, (E. dives); Peppermint Eucalyptus, (E. piperita); Blue Mallee (E. polybractea); Grey peppermint, (E. radiata); Cully Gum, (E. smithii) and more. |
Perfume Note: | Top |
Source: | Leaves and stems |
Production Method: | Steam distillation |
Aromatherapy Class: | Toning and stimulating |
Aroma Type: | Camphoraceous |
Skin Type: | Blemished |
Traditional Uses: | Deodorant, antiseptic, soothing agent, skin conditioner, and insect repellent |
Cautions: | Because of its high 1,8-cineole content, not recommended for use in children under the age of ten. |
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Botanical Name: | Eucalyptus citriodora (Family: Myrtaceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | Australia, Brazil, China |
Description: | This eucalyptus is lighter, with a fresh, lemony scent. |
Uses: | Eucalyptus Citriodora is a great air freshener and good for clearing the air and killing germs. It is a strong anti-fungal oil, and great for removing the musty smell in basements (especially carpeted basements) and is also recommended as an insect repellent. |
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Botanical Name: | Eucalyptus radiata (Family: Myrtaceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | Australia |
Description: | Eucalyptus Radiata essential oil is lighter in smell than the Eucalyptus globulus (the most commonly found Eucalyptus) less likely to trigger cough reflex when breathed in as an inhalation. A good choice for respiratory infections. |
Method of Extraction: | Steam Distilled |
Source: | Leaves & twigs |
Main Chemical Components: | 1,8-cineole, alpha-terpineol, limonene, alpha-pinene |
Eucalyptus Radiata Blends Well With: | Lavender, rosemary, chamomile, peppermint, grapefruit, pine, and ginger |
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Botanical Name: | Eucalyptus smithii (Family: Myrtaceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | China and South Africa |
Description: | Eucalyptus Smithii essential oil is a very mild eucalyptus. |
Uses: | Eucalyptus Smithii works well as a room disinfector when used in a diffuser. Excellent for painful joints and muscles. |
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Botanical Name: | Foeniculum vulgare, F. officinale, Anethum foeniculum (Family: Apiaceae [Umbelliferae]) |
Common Countries of Origin: | Austria and Hungary
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Description: | Fennel essential oil has a sweet aniseed-like aroma which makes it pleasant for skin care. This oil is wonderful in a massage oil for cellulite and may also be beneficial for the digestive system. |
Warning: | Fennel essential oil can be a skin irritant. Do not use it on young children. Do not use if pregnant. Do not use if suffering from epilepsy. |
Perfume Note: | Top/Middle |
Source: | Fruits |
Production Method: | Steam Distillation |
Aromatherapy Class: | Energizing and toning |
Aroma type: | Anise |
Traditional Uses: | Antiseptic, aphrodisiac, soothing agent, and muscle relaxant |
Blends Well With: | Basil, geranium, lavender, lemon, rose, rosemary, sandalwood |
Safety Information: | Slight dermal toxicity; use ½ recommended dilution or less |
Main Constituents: | Anethol, anisic acid, anisic aldehyde, pinene, camphene, estragol, fenone, and phellandrene. |
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Botanical Name: | Apies siberica (Family: Pinaceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | Canada and Austria |
Description: | Fir Needle oil has a fresh spicy scent. A few drops will remind you of fir forests. This oil will refresh the aroma of a Christmas tree. Fir Needle essential oil has analgesic and expectorant qualities, suitable for respiratory and sinus problems. It's also a wonderful oil to diffuse for fatigue or during those times when you're lacking motivation, to help provide an energizing and uplifting boost. |
Warning: | Dilute well. Fir Needle essential oil can be a skin irritant. |
Perfume Note: | Middle |
Also: | Canadian Balsam, (A. balsamea); Siberian Fir, (A. siberica); Hemlock, (Tsuga canadensis); Pine q.v.; Black Spruce, (Picea mariana); Terebinth, (P. Palustris and others). |
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Botanical Name: | Abies alba (Family: Pinaceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | Bosnia and Siberia |
Description: | Fir Silver has an uplifting, fresh and spicy scent. A few drops will transport you to a fir forest. A lovely oil to refresh the aroma of a Christmas tree. |
Warning: | Dilute well. Silver Fir Needle can be a skin irritant. |
Perfume Note: | Middle |
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Botanical Name: | Boswellia carteri, B. thurifera or B. cateri (Family: Burseraceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | Somalia |
Description: | Also known as "Olibanum" B. papyrifera. Considered sacred and precious since ancient times, boswellia frankincense essential oil has a warm, rich and woody fragrance. It is relaxing and, when added to a moisturizing facial oil, is wonderful for mature skin. Used for centuries, and burnt on alters and in temples, Frankincense creates a spiritual atmosphere. Frankincense is a comforting oil; by slowing down breathing and controlling tension it helps to focus the mind. Excellent for toning and caring for mature/aging skin. (claimed to have rejuvenating qualities--the Egyptians used it in rejuvenation face-masks) Elemi (Canarium luzonicum) is closely related. |
Source: | Resin |
Production Method: | Steam distillation |
Aromatherapy Class: | Stimulating, toning, grounding |
Aroma Type: | Balsamic |
Skin Type: | Aging/mature |
Traditional Use: | Skin conditioner, soothing agent |
Blends Well With: | Basil, black pepper, galbanum, geranium, grapefruit, lavender, orange, patchouli, and sandalwood |
Main Constituents: | Pinene, dipentene, limonene, thujene, phellandrene, cymene, myrcene, and terpinene. |
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Botanical Name: | Ferula galbaniflua, F. cummosa, F. rubicaulis (Family: Apiaceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | Afganistanand France |
Uses: | May aid mature skin types, eases the aches and pains of rheumatism, and assists in clearing congested breathing. |
Description: | Galbanum essential oil is an ancient aromatic substance used in temple incense ritual anointings in the springtime. |
Source: | Resin |
Production Method: | Steam distillation |
Aromatherapy Class: | Toning and stimulating |
Aroma Type: | Green |
Skin Type: | Blemished |
Traditional Use: | Skin conditioner and muscle relaxant |
Blends Well With: | Citronella, elemi, olibanum, jasmine, palmarosa, geranium, ginger, rose, and ylang ylang |
Main Constituents: | Carvone, cadinene, myrcene, cadinol, limonene, and pinene |
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Botanical Name: | Pelargonium graveolens (Family: Geraniaceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | Egypt and China |
Description: | Geranium essential oil has a wonderful green, flowery aroma and is both uplifting and calming. |
Uses: | It exerts a "balancing" effect on skin and is therefore useful for all skin types. It has often been used to ease the effects of PMS. A fresh, floral and sweet smelling oil, it relaxes, restores and maintains stability of the emotions. Geranium is an astringent oil excellent for all skin types. Used in skin care products for both its fragrance and cleansing properties. Useful insect repellent. For massage where there is cellulite and treating eczema and psoriasis. Geranium is good for oily and dry skin. |
Blends Well With: | Cedarwood, citronella, clary sage, grapefruit, jasmine, lavender, lime, neroli, orange, petitgrain, rose, rosemary, sandalwood, floral oils. When mixed with Lavender and Bergamot, Geranium produces a delightful room freshener. |
Perfume Note: | Middle to Top |
Source: | Leaves and stems |
Production Method: | Steam distillation |
Aromatherapy Class: | Balancing and soothing |
Aroma Type: | Floral |
Traditional Uses: | Skin refresher and astringent |
Main Constituents: | Geraniol, borneol, citronellol, linalool, termineol, limonene, phellandrene, and pinene. |
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Botanical Name: | Zingiber officinale Roscoe (Family, Zingiberaceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | China |
Description: | Fiery and fortifying |
Uses: | Ginger essential oil is a comforting oil, useful for massaging the muscles. Good for nausea and sickness. Blend with orange for warming winter baths. Blends especially well with orange and other citrus oils. Traditional uses: aphrodisiac and astringent |
Perfume Note: | Top |
Source: | Roots |
Production Method: | Steam distillation |
Aromatherapy Class: | Energizing and warming |
Aroma Type: | Spicy |
Blends Well With: | Cinnamon, coriander, clove, elemi, eucalyptus, olibanum, geranium, lemon, lime, myrtle, orange, rosemary, and spearmint |
Main Constituents: | Gingerin, linalol, camphene, phellandrene, citral, cineol, and borneol. |
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Botanical Name: | Citrus x paradisi C. racemosa (Family, Rutaceae) |
Common Countries of Origin: | Israel and USA |
Description: | Grapefruit essential oil, with a fresh, citrus smell, is energizing and helps to elevate the spirits. It also has antiseptic properties. We carry both pink and white grapefruit essential oils. |
Safety: | Do not use Grapefruit essential oil on the skin or in the bath for 12 hours prior to sun or sunlamp exposure. |
Uses: | Grapefruit essential oil has a lovely fresh aroma which can help with nervous exhaustion. It relieves congested and oily skin, having a toning effect on both skin and tissues. For this reason, it is a good oil to use when treating cellulitis. |
Perfume Note: | Top |
Source: | Fruit |
Production Method: | Expression |
Aromatherapy Class: | Energizing |
Aroma Type: | Citrus |
Skin Type: | Dry and blemished |
Traditional Uses: | Soothing agent, astringent, and skin conditioner |
Blends Well With: | Citrus oils-- especially bergamot and orange |
Main Constituents: | Limonene, paradisiol. neral, geraniol, and citronellal. |
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These characteristics and properties have been historically reported for specific essential oils. This information is not intended as medical advice. Persons with medical conditions should see an appropriate healthcare provider for treatment and recommendations. Other usage and safety information may be available from other sources.
