SOME DIFFERENT WAYS TO ‘USE’ ESSENTIAL OILS
Few drops on pillowcase
Freshen Room (mister, cotton balls in corners, diffuser)
To place on vent / vaccuum filters
Freshen gymn bag, locker with cotton balls
Freshen Car
Freshen Drawers
Freshen Laundry (rinse cycle)
Stain Remover (Eucalyptus, Tea Tree)
Freshen clothes when ironing (Essential Oils in mister)
Freshen Potpourri
As household cleaner
Create atmosphere (diffuser)
Carpet Freshner
To protect houseplants (mister: cinnamon, lavendar, citronella, patchouli)
To deodorize garbage containers
To minimize pet odour (kitty litter, etc.)
Freshen Shoes
To add a boost to stationary, gift wrap, etc.
In a humidifier for colds and flu
Few drops on wood in fireplace
Freshen dried flower arrangement
Keep animals away from pets (mister: tangerine, bergamont, tea tree)
Personal Fragrance
Add to Shampoo / Conditioner, hair products
Bath, Massage, Foot Bath
Rest, Stress, Sleep
In jacuzzi, sauna
Add to Skin Care, Shaving Products
Freshen scarves, mittens, etc.
Heal cuts, bruises, wounds, burns, etc.
Insect repellant
Boost Immune System, relieve headaches, etc.
ESSENTIAL OIL REFERENCE CHART A-G
ANGELICA
France Enhances meditation, aids detoxification of the body, blood and lymphatic system, relaxes nerves, eases headaches, pain, stimulates glands and digestion. Harmonizing and integrating physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
BASIL
Comoro Island Stimulating, energizing, improves memory, concentration, stress, depression, good for headaches, colds, flu's 'cooling', aids digestive problems, nerve tonic, good for depression.
BENZOIN
India balancing, comforting, eases depression, grief, anger or anxiety. Clear negative energy. Aids circulation, excellent natural preservative, wonderful cell regenerator, therefore widely used for skin care and wounds.
BERGAMOT
Italy uplifting, balancing, promotes confidence, courage, regulates appetite, boosts immune system, calms nerves, commonly recognized as scent in Earl Gray tea, regulates the menstrual cycle, antiseptic, good for acne.
BIRCH
U.S.A. Renowned for easing pain, headaches, bladder and kidney stones, aids obesity, circulation, cellulite.
BLACK PEPPER
India stimulates circulation, burns fat, eases constipation, assist in loss of appetite, India eases nausea, a general tonic, dispels cellulite.
CARROT SEED
India A tonic for the liver and gall bladder, assist detoxification, purifies and revitalizes the blood, diuretic, beneficial for PMS, menstrual problems, rejuvenating to the skin, good for excema and psoriasis.
CEDARWOOD
India Eases nervous tension and anxiety, calms aggression, a tonic for the kidneys, glandular and nervous system, excellent for coughs and bronchitis, beneficial for oily skin (especially acne) and stimulates hair growth, strengthening the hair shaft, balancing, grounding, inspires faith and optimism.
CINNAMON
Ceylon Warming, strengthens circulation, stimulates digestion, pain relieving, excellent in cold remedies.
CHAMOMILE
France (Roman) Regulates menstrual cycle, boosts immune system, eases congestion of liver and spleen, lowers blood pressure, aids digestion, soothes inflammation of any sort, aids healing of wounds, especially beneficial for sprains, sore muscles and joints.
CLARY SAGE
France Balancing to hormones, wonderful for menstrual, menopausal problems, calms panic, anxiety, relaxes muscles, works well when inhaled during an asthma attack, strengthens kidneys, regenerates skin and hair growth, promotes sleep and vivid dreams, eases frigidity and impotence.
CYPRESS
France Antiseptic, asthma, coughs, colds, diuretic, diarrhea, influenza, liver disorders, menstrual and menopausal problems, varicose veins, circulation, cellulite, lymphatic drainage, natural deodorant, aids concentration, eases anxiety, and stress.
EUCALYPTUS
Australia Colds, coughs, influenza, sore throat, asthma, sinuses, cystitis, diabetes, diarrhea, migraines, rheumatism, skin ulcers, wounds, muscular and arthritic pain, alleviates sorrow, grief, stimulates circulation, kills airborne bacteria at home or work, use as chest rub or inhaled for any respiratory problems.
FENNEL
France Antiseptic, laxative, tonic, colic, constipation, flatulence, gout, nausea. obesity, insufficient milk for nursing mothers.
FRANKINCENSE
India Evokes a sense of spirituality, inspiration, ideal for meditation, soothes, calms, and balances the mind and emotions, excellent for times of fear or anxiety, promotes peaceful sleep and pleasant dreams, dispels nightmares, respiratory problems, arthritis, rejuvenating to skin and rebuild tissue repairing scar wounds.
GERANIUM
Egypt Hormone balancing, soothes depression, burns, dermatitis, excema, detoxifying, soothes ulcers, menstrual and menopausal problems, a tonic for the uterus and ovaries, eases anxiety and mood swings, skin care (rejuvenating)
GINGER
Madagascar Stimulant, digestive disorders, warming, expectorant, colds, migraine, obesity, fortifying, energizing, memory, aphrodisiac, excellent for sprains, muscular, rheumatic and arthritic pain, balancing for menstrual or menopausal problems.
GRAPEFRUIT
U.S.A. Excellent for weight loss, circulation, diuretic, cellulite, lymphatic drainage, detoxifying, diminishes oily skin, beneficial for liver, kidney, pancreas, promotes digestion, stimulates and clears the mind, eases depression.
ESSENTIAL OIL REFERENCE CHART J - Z
JASMINE
India Enhances confidence, self esteem, creativity, imagination, fantasy and dreams aphrodisiac, euphoric, hormone balancing, eases depression, post-natal depression, soothes and hydrates dry skin.
JUNIPERBERRY
Yugoslavia Strengthens the immune, urinary, lymphatic and digestive system systems, effective in weight loss, circulation problems, water retention, and detoxification, clears negative energy and promotes a sense of well being.
LAVENDER
France 'THE' essential oil of purification and healing, outstanding for burns and wounds (helps prevent scarring), infections, insect bites, athletes foot, colds sores, skin problems (may be applied directly to skin), eases insomnia, depression, impatience, worry and shock, purifies environment at home or work, alleviates pain, headaches, colds, coughs, influenza, 'must have' for first aid kit.
LEMON
U.S.A. Stimulant for the immune, nervous, blood and lymphatic systems, a tonic for the liver, gallbladder, pancreas, and circulatory systems, aids in restructuring skin cells in wounds and infections, digestive aid, counteracts acidity and cholesterol build up in body, diuretic, detoxifying, cellulite, energizing and uplifting to spirits.
MARJORAM
Egypt Excellent for insomnia, PMS, help relieve pain, muscular stiffness, arthritis, rheumatism, a strong sedative, aids respiratory difficulties, bronchitis, colds and especially asthma, eases excessive sexual drive, anger, irritability, grief, and nervous tension.
MYRRH
Yemen Highly treasure for centuries, sacred, profound, awakening, eases fear, assists in meditation, healing, antiseptic for throat, mouth, gums, stimulates digestion, aids respiratory problems, rejuvenates dry/mature skin, offers a sense of strength, stability, confidence, and courage.
NEROLI
Mexico Enhances creativity, confidence, and self esteem, assists one in transforming negative emotions, soothing, deeply relaxing, aids mental/emotional stress and anxiety, fear, depression, grief, shock, hysteria, an aphrodisiac, aids insomnia, promotes deep and restful sleep, rejuvenating used in skin care.
ORANGE
U.S.A. Relaxing, calming, uplifting, 'sunshine' oil, soothes nerves, depression, anxiety, eases obsession and fear, aids sleep, helps alleviate constipation, assist in relieving water retention, cellulite, lymphatic drainage, promotes mental clarity and emotional balance, stimulates creativity and confidence.
PATCHOULI
India Eases impotence and frigidity, depression, stimulates lethargy and the nervous system, sedating, calming, eases stress and anxiety, antiseptic, antifungal, and antibacterial , regenerates skin cells, helps ground and center spiritually.
PEPPERMINT
U.S.A. Mentally stimulating, energizing, breath/air freshening, alleviates pain, headaches, nausea, digestion, 'cooling', eases hot flashes, influenza, soothing for menstrual and menopausal problems, antiseptic for skin, inspiring, good for clearing negative energy from one's aura.
PINE
Norway Digestive stimulant, helps alleviate colds, sore throats, bronchitis, and other respiratory symptoms, beneficial for kidney and bladder problems, balancing for the male endocrine system, relaxes muscles, pain and gout.
ROSE
Turkey Eases anger, grief, depression, impotence, frigidity, enhances love, strengthens female organs, good for acne, very rejuvenating in skin care, helps constipation, insomnia, it takes 30 roses to make 1 drop of oil.
ROSEMARY
North Africa Energizing, aids concentration, mentally stimulating, good for asthma, bronchitis,. colds, alleviates pain, headaches, influenza, stimulates hair growth healing for burns, scabies, blocked arteries, fainting, flatulence, hysteria, liver problems.
SANDALWOOD
India Helpful for acne, hydrating to dry/mature skin, healing for bronchitis, coughs, sore throat, laryngitis, cystitis, nausea, tuberculosis, depression, insomnia, nervous tension, antiseptic, expectorant, sedative and tonic, strengthens the immune system, also promotes inner strength.
TEA TREE
Australia Antiseptic, antifungal, antibacterial, aids acne, cold sores, herpes, infections, (especially yeast), boost immune system, helps alleviate influenza, athlete's foot, dandruff, must have for first aid kit.
VANILLA
Tahiti An aphrodisiac, aids impotence, frigidity, promotes relaxation, calms mind and emotions, warming, widely used in 'fragrance' and 'culinary' industry.
YLANG YLANG
Comoro Island Eases depression, hormonal balancing, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, insomnia, palpitations, intestinal infections, anti-spasmodic, eases anxiety, stress, stimulates creativity.
SUGGESTED USES/APPLICATIONS FOR ESSENTIAL OILS
BATH
Bathing with essential oils is a delightful experience for the body, mind and soul. It is one of the most effective ways to benefit from Aromatherapy. In warm water, essential oils are readily absorbed into the body tissues and the aromatic vapors effortlessly inhaled. This benefits the 'entire' body/mind system. After the tub is filled, add 5-10 drops of your specifically chosen essential oil/blend to water. Breath deeply, relax and let all your worries decimate into the water. For dry, sensitive skin add essential oil(s) to a carrier oil (jojoba, grapeseed, etc....)
MASSAGE
Essential oils can produce incredible results when used in massage. They have the ability to penetrate deeply into the skin tissues and then are circulated throughout the entire mind/body system. Inhaling the aromatic vapors also have an immediate effect upon the mind and emotions. Massages are therapeutically beneficial for internal problems, stress, anxiety, depression, lymphatic drainage, weight loss, detoxification, circulation, easing pain, and sore muscles. Custom blend essential oils for your massage to your specific needs.
SKIN CARE
Essential oils easily penetrate into the underlying layers of the skin (dermas), promoting regeneration and rejuvenation of the skin cells. They can be purchased pre-blended (make sure you read your ingredient listings - look out for mineral oil, it is natural, but clogs pores) essential oils can also be added to facial cleansers, toners, creams and lotions you may purchase unscented skin care and add 10-15 drops of essential oil to 1 ounce of liquid. Do not apply essential oils directly to skin without the advice of an aromatherapist. Essential oils have incredibly rejuvenating and moisturizing effects on your skin, also beneficial when inhaling essential oils during your daily skin care regime.
HAIR CARE
Essential oils 'vastly' improve the health of your hair and scalp, strengthening and stimulating the hair follicles, enhancing growth, and regulating oil secretion. For dry damaged hair, mix 10-15 drops per 1 ounce of jojoba and massage into scalp and comb through hair ( can leave on for thirty minutes, then shampoo). Essential oils can moisturize, eliminate dandruff, and add shine to your hair. Essential oils can be added to your s hair to eliminate frizz may also be added to a 'hot oil' treatment.
INHALATION
The easiest way to enjoy the benefits of essential oils is to inhale their aromatic fragrance directly. Try a few drops on a tissue, or a few drops on your pillow at night, wonderful for the respiratory system when inhaled through steam vaporization.
DIFFUSION
Also known as environmental fragrancing, used in Aromatherapy diffusers, spray/body mists, air fresheners. There are a variety of ways to disperse essential oils directly into the air. This is a very beneficial way to refresh the air, kill airborne bacteria, promotes physical and well being, creates various moods in your home, car or work place, can also protect your aura from negative energies.
*NOTE*
Essential oils are highly concentrated and should be used with extreme respect and care. Never take essential oils internally or during pregnancy without the advice of your aromatherapist. This reference chart is not intended to treat, diagnose or prescribe.
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