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the essential oil
list below. Essential oil is a must for Aromatherapy?
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Home.
An essential oil is the
essence of a plant or its personality, the plant's life force distilled for
use. The fragrance and character of each oil are individual and unique as
a finger print as are its therapeutic properties and the effects they have on
the individuals.
Essential oils are natural, volatile substances that evaporate
readily, quickly releasing their aroma into the air as happens, for examples,
when someone brushes against an aromatic plant in a garden. The Germans
refer to essential oils as "ethereal oils", which is a much more
accurate and a more evocative name. Approximately 300 essential oils are
commercially available but of these only 50 to 100 have health giving properties
and suitable for home use and aromatherapist.
Some suggestion of essential oils for intimate
moments.
Coming home to a bedroom
scented for love after enjoyed an intimate dinner for two? Try burning essential
oils like Patchouli, Ylang Ylang,
Orange and Rose. These are known for
their sensual, aphrodisiac qualities. Try to mix your own blend or use a
pre-mixed blend meant specially for seduction or try using some scented candles.
Try mixing Frankincense with Sandalwood
and Bergamot, if your partner prefers a more masculine
scent.
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BASIL
Citrus
limonum
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Known
to both Greeks and Romans. Native of India, considered sacred to Vishnu
and Krishna. Old herbalist's quote: "the seede cureth the infirmities
of the hart, taketh away sorrowfulness and maketh a man merrie." |
Bronchitis,
headache, migraine, digestive system, mouth ulcers and gum infections. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Tonic
Skin Care
Stomachic
Stimulant
Aphrodisiac |
Uplifting
Soothing |
Bath
Massage
Mouth Wash
Vaporiser
Local Wash |
| WARNING |
| Can
irritate sensitive skin |
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BERGAMOT
Citrus bergamia
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Shrub
or small tree with perfumed flowers and fruits like miniature oranges.
Cultivated in large parts of Southern Italy. Best oil is obtained by hand
pressing. Has long history in folk medicine. |
Cystitis,
urethritis, anxiety, acne, cold sores, appetite regulator and digestive
aid. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Antiseptic
Relaxant
Skin Care
Deodorant
Anti-depressant |
Uplifting
Soothing |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Local Wash
Hot Compress |
| WARNING |
| Sensitivity
with sunlight |
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CEDAR WOOD
Citrus
limonum
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| The
aromatic cedar wood has been long appreciated and highly prized since
antiquity. the wood resists weather and insect pests and contains potent
oil which is obtained by distillation. |
Antiseptic,
catarrh, chronic bronchitis, urinal and vaginal infections and cystitis. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Skin Care
Scalp Tonic
Aphrodisiac
Meditation Aid
Insect Repellent |
Uplifting
Stimulating |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Inhalations |
| WARNING |
| Do
not use during pregnancy |
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CHAMOMILE
Anthernis
nobilis
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Small
plant with finely-cut leaves, flowers are white on the outside, deep
yellow in the center. Varieties include German Chamomile and Roman
Chamomile. Medicinal properties have been known for centuries. |
Smoothing,
insomnia, stomach upsets, sprains, earache, eyes and hair tonic. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Skin Care
Relaxant
Bactericide
Antidepressant
Anti-inflammatory |
Gentle
Soothing |
Bath
Massage
Local Wash
Hair & Scalp Tonic |
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CINNAMON
Cinnamomum
zeylanicum
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Small
tree, native of Sri Lanka. Oil is obtained from bark. The bark is coarsely
powered, immersed in water and distilled. Oil obtained from the leaves
resembles oil of cloves, oil from berries is similar to juniper oil. |
Aromatic
stimulant that influences both the nervous and vascular system, especially
stomach and intestine. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Astringent
Stimulating
Anti-spasmodic
Anti-inflammatory |
Soothing
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Bath
Massage
Inhalations |
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CLARY SAGE
Citrus
limonum
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Native
of Southern France, Italy and Middle East. Grows best in dry soil. Has
flowers with spikes. Oil is obtained from flowers. Safer than sage oil
(salvia officinalis) which contains high levels of the toxin thujone. |
Muscle
relaxant, asthma, digestive system, tonic, stress and tension reliever,
cramps and menstrual pain. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Tonic
Relaxant
Warming
Aphrodisiac |
Balancing |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Local Wash |
| WARNING |
Not
with alcohol
Not before bedtime
Not during pregnancy |
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EUCALYPTUS
Eucalyptus
globulus
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Australian
plant, consisting of lofty trees with volatile, aromatic oil which is
distilled from the leaves. The medicinal properties of Eucalyptus oil were
known to the Aboriginal people of Australia. |
Antiviral,
colds, influenza, antiseptic on wounds and burns and relieves muscular
pain. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Antiseptic
Bactericide
Deodorant
Decongestant
Insect Repellent |
Uplifting
Purifying |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Inhalations |
| WARNING |
| Do
not overuse |
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FRANKINCENSE
Baswellia
carteri
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| There
are only three species of tress, originally natives of East Africa which
yield Frankincense, sometimes growing out of hard rock. The resin is a
substance the Tree Wise Men presented to the Infant Jesus. |
Anxiety
attacks, respiratory infections and problems, asthma, good uterine tonic
and very soothing |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Antiseptic
Meditation
Aid
Anti-depressant |
Uplifting
Soothing |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Inhalations
Aphrodisiac |
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GERANIUM
Pelargonium
odorantissimum
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| There
are 600 species in the geranium family. The plant likes a moist, shady
position. Two of the five petals are longer than the others. The oil is
obtained by steam distillation and is pale green coloured. |
Astringent,
PMT, diuretic, promotes healing and hormone regulating. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Skin Care
Antiseptic
Insect Repellent
Anti-depressant
Deodorant |
Uplifting
Warming |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Perfume
Hot Compress |
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GRAPEFRUIT
Citrus
limonum
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Widely
cultivated in Florida, Israel, Cuba, Argentina, Cyprus, South Africa and
Mexico. The name is derived from the resemblance of the flavour to that of
the grape. Oil is obtained from peel distillation. |
Counteracts acidity,
circulatory tonic, digestive aid and regulates appetite. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Skin Care
Antiseptic
Bactericide
Insect
Repellent
Anti-depressant |
Uplifting |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Local
Wash |
| WARNING |
| Can
irritate sensitive skin |
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JASMINE
Jasminium
grandiflorum
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| To
obtain the best perfume Spanish Jasmine (J.grandiflorum) is grafted onto
Common White Jasmine (J.officinale). Called the "King of Oils"
because of masculine fragrance. |
Uterine,
menstrual pain, cramps, coughs, childbirth and chest problems. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Relaxant
Skin Care
Antiseptic
Aphrodisiac
Anti-depressant |
Tonic
Uplifting
Warming |
Bath
Perfume
Massage
Vaporiser |
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LAVENDER
Lavandula
augustifolia
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| The
beneficial properties of Lavender have been appreciated for centuries.
Native of the Mediterranean. Essential oil is obtained by distillation.
Oil dissolved in spirits of wine makes the perfume "Lavender
Water". |
Analgesic,
antibiotic, antiviral, headaches, menstrual pain, acne, muscular pain,
burns and anti-inflammatory. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Skin Care
Antiseptic
Bactericide
Anti-depressant
Insect Repellent |
Tonic
Balancing
Uplifting
Soothing
Warming |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser |
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LEMON
Citrus
limonum
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Cultivated in all tropical and subtropical regions of the
world. Flowers occur singly, petals are white inside, pink outside. Oil is
pressed from the peel. Once used to counteract the effects of narcotic
poisons. |
Stimulates immune system,
counteracts acidity, corns, warts, bleeding gums, digestive & circulatory
tonic. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Skin Care
Antiseptic
Bactericide
Insect
Repellent |
Uplifting
Stimulating |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Local
Wash
Mouth Wash |
| WARNING |
| Can
irritate sensitive skin |
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LIME
Citrus aurantifolia
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Limes
are a small, round fruit having greenish-coloured pulp and sharply acidic
juice. The lime tree is a native of south-eastern Asia. It is very
sensitive to cold weather. The oil is obtained by pressing the peel. |
Counters
acidity, circulatory
stimulant and digestive aid. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Tonic
Anti-depressant
Antiseptic
Bactericide |
Uplifting
Stimulating |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Mouth Wash |
| WARNING |
| Can
irritate sensitive skin |
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NEROLI
Citrus
vulgaris
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| The
oil is obtained by steam distilling the flowers of the bitter orange. It
is named after an Italian princess who treasured it as her favourite
perfume. Neroli helps to relieve anxiety, in this way acts an aphrodisiac. |
Anti-depressant,
anti-spasmodic, gentle sedative, insomnia, shock, gum and mouth problems. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Skin Care
Relaxant
Antiseptic
Stomachic
Aphrodisiac |
Soothing
Purifying
Uplifting |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Mouth Wash |
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NUTMEG
Myristica
fragrans
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Obtained
from the seed of the Nutmeg tree native to India. The nutmeg is enclosed
in a thin, hard shell, surrounded by Mace. It contains quantities of oil
which can, when used in excess, produce a narcotic effect. |
Blood
circulation, heart, digestive system, rheumatic pain, bad breath and
stimulates appetite. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Antiseptic
Stomachic
Power
Stimulant |
Uplifting
Stimulating |
Cold Compress
Massage
Vaporiser
Inhalations
Mouth Wash |
| WARNING |
| Do
not overuse |
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ORANGE
Citrus
aurantium
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Related
to the lemon and lime, originates from China. Oil is pressed from the
peel. Varieties include: Bitter Orange (Citrus vulgaris) and Sweet Orange
(Citrus bigaradia). Oil distilled from the leaves is called Petit-Grain. |
Mild
sedative, constipation and chronic diarrhoea. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Relaxant
Stimulant
Stomachic
Anti-depressant
Anti-spasmodic |
Uplifting
Soothing |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Mouth Wash |
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PATCHOULI
Pogostemon
patchouli
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Obtained
from the dried branches of the shrubby plant. Native of Sri Lanka, Java
and India. The thick, dark oil has a penetrating, strong odour and needs
to be diluted. The plant has been used in folk-medicine for centuries. |
Skin
care, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, treatment of eczema, fungal
infections, allergies and dandruff. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Tonic
Deodorant
Fungicide
Aphrodisiac
Anti-depressant |
Balancing
Soothing |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser |
| WARNING |
| Do
not overuse |
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PEPPERMINT
Mentha
piperata
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Found
in Europe, Asia, Americas. Extensively cultivated for essential oil production.
The oils is obtained by distillation. Medicinal benefits were known to the
Ancient Egyptians. Main active ingredient is menthol. |
Colic,
diarrhoea, indigestion, flatulence, vomiting, stomach pain, cold, fever
and headache. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Skin Care
Antiseptic
Stomachic
Insect
Repellent |
Warming
Uplifting
Stimulating |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Inhalation |
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ROSE
Rose centifolia /
damascena
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| The
rose has always been a great favourite and is known as the "Queen of
Flowers". Rose oil is considered the "queen" of essential
oils. The oil is extracted by the laborious and expensive enfleurage
method. |
Confidence
improving, anorexia and regulating menstruation. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Tonic
Skin Care
Aphrodisiac
Anti-depressant |
Uplifting
Warming
Hormonal stimulant |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Perfume |
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ROSEMARY
Rosmarinus
officinalis
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Originally
a native of the Mediterranean. Colourless oil is obtained from the fresh
plant by distillation. It is an important ingredient in perfumery.
Medicinal properties were known to the Ancient Egyptians. |
Heart,
liver, gallbladder, colds, catarrh, sinusitis, asthma, slight, speech and memory. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Skin Care
Antiseptic
Hair Tonic
Bactericide
Meditation
Aid |
Uplifting
Stimulating |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Inhalation
Local Wash |
| WARNING |
| Do
not overuse |
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SANDALWOOD
Citrus
vulgaris
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Native
of India. Slow growing, small tree with many branches, often compared to
myrtle. The deeper the wood colour, the more fragrant the tree. Best oils
come from Mysore, India. Important in Ayurvedic medicine. |
Dry
skin, sore throats, cystitis, bronchitis and urinary infections. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Skin Care
Antiseptic
Relaxant
Aphrodisiac
Meditation Aid |
Uplifting
Soothing |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Inhalations |
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TEA TREE
Melaleuca
alternifolia
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Native
of Australia. Odour slightly similar to Eucalyptus. Australian aborigines
know about medicinal qualities of Tea Tree oil for a long time. Its
antiseptic qualities are 80 times more powerful than carbolic acid. |
Influenza,
viruses, warts, fungi, acne, ringworm, cold sores, burns, blisters and
infections. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Anti-fungal
Bactericide
Antiseptic
Skin Care
Insect
Repellent |
Balancing
Uplifting
Soothing |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Inhalation
Mouth Wash |
| WARNING |
| Can
irritate sensitive skin |
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YLANG YLANG
Cananga
odorata
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COMMENTS |
USE FOR |
| Tropical
tree, native of Philippines, Java, Sumatra and Madagascar. Name means
"flower of flowers". Petals vary in colour, finest oil comes
from yellow-flowered trees. Oil is obtained by steam distillation. |
Relieves
sexual anxiety, high blood pressure, slows breathing and antidepressant. |
| SPECIFIC INFORMATION |
| PROPERTIES |
NATURE |
HOW TO USE |
Tonic
Skin Care
Relaxant
Stomachic
Aphrodisiac |
Uplifting
Soothing |
Bath
Massage
Vaporiser
Scalp Tonic |
| WARNING |
| Do
not overuse |
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