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INTRODUCTION TO ESSENTIAL OILS

FOR SKIN CARE AND SALON PROFESSIONALS

FOR THE STATE OF GEORGIA BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY

EVE’S ROSE SKIN CARE

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TABLE of Contents

Introduction to Essential Oils .................................................... 1

History of Aromatherapy .............................................................

Essential Oil Distillation Process……………………………….. 3

How Essential Oils Work………………………………………….4

Common Usages…………………………………………………..8

Essential Oil Blending…………..…………………………………9

How to Choose Essential Oils ………………………………….15

Aromatherapy Oils A – Z Compendium………………………..21

Evaluation…………………………………………………………38

D E S I G N C U S T O M I Z A T I O N

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Aromatic essential oils have been used in ancient civilizations as perfumes in cosmetics, and for medicinal purposes. The combination of fragrant plant materials, herbs and oils are documented in most ancient civilizations.

There are written accounts of essential oil usage in ancient Africa, Mesopotamia, Egypt, Greece, Babylon and China. The Chinese Yellow Emperor Book of Internal Medicine, written in 2697 B.C. is one of the oldest surviving medical references in China, which contains information on more than three hundred plants and their properties. In addition, in ancient times, perfumed plant essences were burned at temples and holy places as offerings.

The ancient Egyptians used essential oils, potpourri, and created perfumes from aromatic plants. They used essential oils for ceremonial purposes, for embalming, in rituals, medicines, fumigation, libation and for skin care and in massage oils. The Egyptians were renowned for the use of herbal preparations and healing ointments. As the information was shared with the Greeks, and later the Romans, it spread to Europe. The Europeans were more interested in using potpourri and essences from dried flowers. They built rooms in their homes devoted to preserving the aromatic scents of flowers and dried herbs.


In literature of India, dating back to 2000 B.C., notes have documented over seven hundred botanical substances used for liturgical and therapeutic purposes. The lists include sandalwood, myrrh, cinnamon, ginger, coriander and spikenard.

The traditional use of plant extracts carries over into today’s culture. As interest returns to the interrelatedness of matter and spirit, more and more people are examining the interdependence of modern medicine and psychology. The term aromatherapy, was given in 1928 by French chemist, René-Maurice Gattefossé. Later, in 1964, Dr. Jean Valnet published a compilation of research called The Practice of Aromatherapy, inspired by Gattefossé’s findings. Dr. Valnet used essential oils successfully to treat specific medical and psychiatric disorders.

In some respects, the term aromatherapy is erroneously thought to work exclusively through the sense of smell, and on the emotions. However, each aromatic essential oil has an individual combination of constituents that interact with the body’s natural chemistry in a direct manner, which in turn affects certain organs or systems as a whole.

The result of aromatherapy is very individual. No two people are affected by the essential oil properties and characteristics in the same way. The depth of healing ranging from penetrating therapeutic usage to the subtle effect of a unique fragrance will depend on the individual.


Although aromatherapy and usage of essential oils are considered an ancient practice, a person has the unique regard to incorporate essential oils in a modern approach to enhance total well being. You don’t have to work with essential oils every day to know that nature has provided us with a wealth of diverse natural components to promote healing and balance.

How is an essential oil produced? The oldest method in which

fragrant plant essences were extracted was to soak a plant in water.

However, today’s methods are based on water steam distillation and cold

pressing processing. Essential oil distillation is a method of alchemy used

to separate chemical substances. It was an invention of Greek alchemists

in the first century.

Nowadays, most essential oils are steam distilled. Raw plant

materials consisting of flowers, wood, bark, roots, leaves, peels or seeds

are put into a distillation apparatus over water. As the water is heated, the

steam passes through the raw materials vaporizing its volatile components.

The vapor of the contents flow through a coil where they condense back

into liquid form, which is then collected into a receiving unit.


The moisture continues to evaporate from the flower or plant

materials, leaving concentrated essential oils behind. Most essential oils

are distilled in a single process.

Some flowers are more delicate and may easily be damaged by the

high heat used in steam distillation. Instead, a solvent, such as ethyl

alcohol, is used to extract the fragrant oil. The alcohol is then removed by a

second distillation, leaving behind the absolute essential oil.

Distillation is used to produce, refine, and concentrate essential oils.

The purity of the oil product will depend on the removal of certain solvents.

For the production of high quality oils, steam distillation is used more often.

Steam distillation is also administered via cold pressing – a gentle extraction

method used particularly for citrus oils. An essential oil may at times be

redistilled to enhance the purification of the product.

Essential oils have two primary pathways for entering the body –

through the skin and through inhalation. When properly diluted, the

application of essential oils to the skin may be of greater therapeutic value

since it is absorbed rapidly. Now, I must say at this point that practicing

aromatherapists discourage applying an essential oil “neat” to the skin, that

is, applying directly to the skin without a carrier oil or an oil base.

Essential oils are often mixed with a carrier oil and that carrier oil will

determine how long the essential oil will last. Since essential oils are

organic, they are easily absorbed through the pores and hair follicles of the

skin. Unlike chemical synthetics, they do not accumulate in the body to


cause toxicity. Essential oils are excreted, expelled or metabolized three to

six hours after application, depending on the health of the body. The carrier

oil may affect the absorption rate, since some oils are heavier than others.

Since essential oils are soluble in oils and alcohol, and impart their

scent to water, they provide an excellent avenue for treatment of certain

diseases.

The oils are absorbed in the blood stream, therefore affecting the

nature of circulation, the digestive system and the endocrine systems.

They can bring warmth to the skin’s surface to provide pain relief and

reduce inflammation. Some oils, such as hyssop, will have a balancing

effect on the circulatory system and holistically to reduce blood pressure.

Essential oils used through inhalation enable the stimulation or

suppression effect on the respiratory tract, as desired. For example, the

use of camphor and eucalyptus oils improve bronchial secretions and

reduce bronchial spasms. Due to the fact the extracted oils are inhaled

directly by the lungs increases absorption into the blood stream faster.

Aromatic baths and massage uses the methods of aroma healing to

enhance feelings of well being. The essential oils administered through

massage stimulate the lymphatic drainage system, relax the muscles and

relieve stress. It is pampering and nurturing. When applied in a warm bath,

the scents interact with the brain’s limbic system to relax the mind as well as

the body. Inhalation of a relaxing oil prior to going to bed can promote

better sleep by calming the nervous system. Sandalwood, ylang ylang and

lavender are popular for stimulating serotonin production.

Throughout history, essential oils have been known for their powerful

influence on the emotions and state of mind. Additionally, they have been

esteemed for their capacity to enhance beauty and pleasure. With the


simple application of essential oils, they present a variety of advantages for

healing and body care. The effect of an essential oil depends on an

assortment of factors: i.e., how it is applied, how much is applied or what

previous associations are attached to the aroma. It is also affected by the

inability to smell.

In all research of aromatherapy, it is advised to use essential oils

with safety and precaution. It is advised some oils are not be used or

ingested because they may prove potentially dangerous, especially if they

have not been properly tested. Those oils should be avoided for obvious

reasons.

Essential oils are highly concentrated plant constituents possessing

potent medicinal qualities. Each one has a different effect on the body and

mind. Depending on the constitution of the person, some oils may

stimulate, rejuvenate or invigorate. Other oils may sedate and relax.

Additionally, other essential oils can be skin irritants, phototoxic or abortive.

Therefore, it is advised to understand the properties of essential oils in

preparation for usage. As with all medicine, keep essential oils out of the

reach of children.

Particular caution is suggested for women during pregnancy. There

are some essential oils that are definitely not used. Essentials oils are best

avoided during the first trimester of pregnancy. They may stimulate

contractions, which could potentially cause spontaneous abortion.

Aniseed, hyssop and myrrh are suggested to avoid.

The best method to use essential oils is in a diluted form. There are

a few exceptions to using an essential oil undiluted, or applied neat.

Lavender and tea tree are exceptions. If a person is unsure about an

essential oil property, it is advisable to contact a health care professional

before using the oil to determine its safety.


Essential oils offer a therapeutic way to maintain good health, enjoy

beauty and peace of mind. Taking into consideration individual need, or the

long tradition of usage for physical, spiritual or emotional maladies,

essential oil usage confirm that mind and matter are mutually enfolded in

the sustenance of health and well being.

Cultures throughout the world have been obsessed with the power

of smell. People are involved in smell with every breath. With each breath,

the olfactory sites in the nasal cavity help to send energy throughout the

cells of the body. The sense of smell is very precise. As the lungs inhale

and exhale, the sense of smell is active. The odor molecules ascend into

the nasal cavity behind the bridge of the nose, where they are absorbed by

the mucosa, firing impulses to the brain’s smell center. This pathway allows

the olfactory stimulus to be detected and interpreted by the brain. When the

olfactory nerve senses a smell, it signals the cerebral cortex and sends a

message to the body’s limbic system. The sense of smell triggers images

and emotions of times gone by, creating a nostalgic reaction in the moment.


Smells usually fall into a few categories: floral, musty, minty, acrid

resinous or foul. Scientists have known that smells can influence people

biologically. Musk, for instance, provides hormonal changes in women who

smell it. Biologically, people need only eight molecules of a substance to

trigger an impulse in a nerve ending. Whereas, forty nerve endings are

stimulated before the sense of smell is activated. In order for something to

be detected by the sense of smell, it must be airborne. Smell is one of the

fundamental elements of how one perceives the environment.


Scientists have reported that the effect of pheromones on our

emotions are linked to hormonal activity of the hypothalamus, pituitary and

reproductive glands. It is noted pheromones play a key role in

communication between people. There are two types of pheromones:

signal pheromones, which cause short-term changes in behavior and

primer pheromones, which evoke lasting changes in the body.1

Pheromones also seem to play an important role in social and sexual

behavior. (Kohl, et al. 311-312)

Pheromones are a chemical substance or messenger secreted by

an animal or insect for the purpose of influencing the behavior of others. It

comes from the Greek word “pherein” which means to carry, and “hormon”

which means to excite.2 (Kohl, et al. 311) Faint smells from childhood can

linger in the memory centers waiting to emerge, therefore pheromones and

fragrance may influence the mind, mood or body.

1 Kohl James, and M. Atmueller, B. Fink, K. Grammer. Human Pheromones: Integrating

Neuroendocrinology and Ethnology, Neurocrinology Letters 2001; 22:309-321

2 Ibid.


Traditionally, common usages of essential oils for aroma healing

range from personal perfumes, lotions, soaps, massage oils, baths to

sachets; potpourri, curative potions and candle scents. Today, aroma

healing is extended in using essential oils for gastro-intestinal concerns,

nervous and immune system disorders.

They relieve mental exhaustion, fatigue, anxiety and stress. I will

again stress that you do not use a pure essential oil undiluted on the skin,

use with caution of pregnant, because you have to remember, plant

extracts are medicine.

If a person is unsure about an essential oil property, it is advisable to

contact a health care professional before using the oil to determine its

safety.

Given the correct balance of essential oils, you will be able to find

what works and use the vast spectrum of endless combinations to bring

healing adjustments to the mind, body and spirit.


Acne:

Blend Bergamot and Lemon. Steam

with warm water.

Aftershave:

Blend Grapefruit and Swiss Pine and

apply gently to skin


Antiseptic:

Blend Chamomile, Lavender, Lemon,

and Tea Tree.

Anti-depressant:

Blend Clary Sage, Geranium, Ylang Ylang,

Basil, and Sandalwood. Use mixture in a

diffuser or simmering pot.

Arthritis rub

Blend Lavender, Rosemary,

Peppermint, Juniper, Carrot Seed, and

St. john’S Wort. Add mixture to

vegetable oil.


Athlete’S foot:

Blend Tea Tree, Cedarwood, and

Cypress.

Backache:

Blend Lavender, Sandalwood,

Rosemary, and Geranium. Add to a

vegetable oil and apply.

Body Toner:

Blend Lemongrass and Lavender.


Headache:

Lavender, Mint, Rose, Sage, Violet

Hair Loss:

Bergamot, Rosemary

Bruises:

Blend Mint and Lemon. Mix with

warm water and clay

Calmness:

Blend Ylang Ylang, Lavender, and

Rose.


Fatigue:

Cinnamon, Ginger, Lemongrass,

Orange, Nutmeg, Patchouli

Insomnia:

Hops, Sweet Marjoram, Sandalwood,

Valerian

Dry cracked heels

Geranium and Lavender Oils and

Jojoba Oil


Stretchmarks – skin elasticity

Sweet Almond Oil, Neroli

Mandarin, Rosehips, Vitamin E oil

Soften and Smooth Face

Rose Oil, Ylang Ylang, Pure Avocado

Oil

Purification

Eucalyptus, Hyssop, Lemongrass,

Orange, Basil Oils


Essential oils are readily available from many health food and

aromatherapy stores, via mail-order, and via companies that have Web

sites. Although readily available, the quality of essential oils from one

vendor to another can vary drastically whether you buy them locally or

not. Additionally, the price charged is not necessarily an indication of the

quality of the vendor’s oils.

Poor quality oils (oils that have been distilled from poor crops, have

been handled improperly, are old, etc.) or adulterated oils (oils that have

chemicals or other oils added to them) lack the therapeutic benefit of

good quality oils. Additionally essential oils that have been adulterated

can cause harmful side effects, or at best provide only minimal

therapeutic benefit.

Below are tips that can help you select vendors of pure, high quality

essential oils:

Watch out for words such as “fragrance oil,” “nature identical oil,”

or “perfume oil.” These words indicate that what you see is not a

pure, single essential oil. Many vendors label fragrance oils (that

can be combinations of essential oils and chemicals or just plain

chemicals) and perfume oils as “aromatherapy.” Countless

vendors of strictly fragrance oils have written me to ask for

advertising of their “aromatherapy oils.” Beginners need to watch

out for these vendors who inaccurately use the alternative

medicine term aromatherapy for their own sales gain.


The term “pure essential oil” is overused in the aromatherapy

industry. Pure essential oils can be distilled from poor quality

crops, be sitting in someone’s inventory or on a store’s shelves

for years, be stored in a way that damages the oils, or be

mishandled by vendors so that oils are accidentally mixed during

bottling. So, don't get overly impressed by a vendor that labels

their oils as "pure."

Avoid oils that are sold in clear glass bottles as the clear glass

can allow light to damage the essential oils. Instead, purchase

oils that are stored in amber (brown) or other dark colored glass

bottles. Some vendors sell oils in aluminum bottles. Aluminum is

said to be acceptable if the inside of the bottle is lined.

Avoid buying essential oils that have a rubber eyedropper bulb in

the top because the oil can dissolve the rubber dropper and

become contaminated.

Seek out vendors that promote that they test all their oils, supply

samples that you can try before you buy, and that give you

confidence in their knowledge (often by providing detailed

information on each oil they sell and provide other aromatherapy

information that instills confidence).


FOR A GOOD NIGHTS REST

10 drops Lavender

5 drops Citronella

5 drops Melissa

2 ounces Lotion Base

Directions: Rub on Arms and Chest at Bedtime

TONIC FOR RESTORATION AND VITALITY

4 drops Helichrysum

4 drops Laurel Leaf

4 drops Juniper Berry

4 drops Spruce

4 drops Black Pepper Oil

4 drops Vetiver

2 oz. Jojoba Oil

Directions:

Blend essential oils in 2 oz of Jojoba Oil and apply to neck, chest and

throat 3 times per day.


HEALING SKIN OIL

CELL RENEWAL FOR DAMAGED SKIN

5 drops Rock Rose

8 drops Myrrh

10 drops Helichrysum

8 drops Frankincense

6 drops Lavender

4 drops of Chamomile, German

1 oz of Avocado Oil

1 oz of Jojoba Oil

Blend Essential Oils in Avocado and Jojoba Oils Mixed.

Apply to scars or damaged skin 4 times daily.


This section contains a compendium of aroma healing essential oils,

their proper name, properties, and general usages. The nature of

aroma healing can be used with good results in conjunction with

traditional, orthodox treatment. However, as with any treatment, it is

advisable to contact a health care professional before using any

suggestions listed herein.

The forty essential oil essences listed A-Z is

but a sample of hundreds of essential oils used

since earlier times.

Allspice: (Pimenta Dioica)

Color: Yellowish, red, brown color

Scent: Spicy aroma

Usage: Helps with cramps, chills, nausea, or nervous

exhaustion. It is a stress reliever and promotes healing. It has

been traditionally used to attract money.


Apple: (Pyrus Malus)

Color: Clear or pale yellow color

Scent: Light and fruity aroma

Usage: It can be used to reduce fever and facilitates healing. It

symbolizes immortality and is often used to attract love.

Basil: (Ocimum Basilicum)

Color: Yellow or pale green color

Scent: Light, spicy aroma

Usage: It can help to reduce anxiety, sinus congestion,

headache and earache. It is used for colds, hiccups, as an

antidepressant; can improve blood circulation and promote

relaxation. It is said to promote fidelity in relationships, bring

wealth and good vibrations into a home. It is used often in

natural dental products and to make soap.

Chamomile: (Chamaemelum Nobile)

Color: Pale blue color

Scent: Warm, herb aroma

Usage: Used for asthma, arthritic spasms, eye inflammations,

and toothache. It relieves headache, insomnia, gastritis, and

helps the autonomic nervous system. It soothes anger and

irritability, stress and induces peacefulness. It is known to


stimulate the pineal gland and helps with centering during

meditation.

Cherry: (Prunus Avium)

Color: Colorless or red tinted color

Scent: Intense, sweet, fruity aroma

Usage: It is used to stimulate the senses. Often used to attract

attention.

Cinnamon: (Cinnamomum Zeylanicum)

Color: Brownish color

Scent: Warm, spicy aroma

Usage: It can be used as a mild astringent. It is sometimes used

to stimulate circulation. It relieves intestinal diseases, parasites,

and diarrhea. It is used to attract money, success, love and

power. It can also raise spiritual vibration and promote psychic

awareness.

Dandelion: (Taraxacum Officinale)

Color: Yellow color

Scent: Light, herb aroma


Usage: It is used as a muscle relaxant, and strengthens the liver.

It helps to remove toxins from the body. It is known to influence

the mental body by increasing mental alertness. It can be used

when engaging in creative visualization.

Eucalyptus: (Eucalyptus Globulus)

Color: Colorless or pale yellow color

Scent: Harsh, camphor, mint aroma

Usage: Used as an antiseptic on cuts or skin infections. It is

used for respiratory infections, as it eases inflammation in the

lungs. It can be used for arthritis, joint pain or headaches. It is

known to relieve nervous tension and to promote healing.

Frankincense and Myrrh: (Boswellia Carteri

and Commiphora Myrrha)

Color: Dark reddish, brown color

Scent: Balsamic, woodsy aroma

Usage: Used to relieve dry skin, helps scarring; anxiety,

nervousness and tension. It is an immune system builder, fights

infection. It is used for colds and flu. It is a natural aid to

meditation and spirituality.

Gardenia: (Gardenia Jasminoides)

Color: Dark yellow color


Scent: Sweet, floral aroma

Usage: Gardenia is used as an antiseptic. It has the fragrance

to promote love, healing and peaceful vibrations. It is used to

promote spirituality.

Geranium: (Pelargonium Graveolens)

Color: Olive color

Scent: Sweet rose, minty aroma

Usage: It is used for acne, burns, inflammation, sore throat and

to assist poor circulation. It helps PMS, nervous tension and

relieves stress-related conditions. It is used to promote fertility,

health and acts as a protection of the spiritual body.

Ginger: (Zingiber Officinale)

Color: Amber color

Scent: Heady, spicy aroma

Usage: Used to help congestion, poor circulation and muscle

spasms. It can be used to relieve fatigue, flatulence and cramps.

It attracts money and success.

Hops: (Humulus Lupulus)

Color: Pale yellow to amber red color

Scent: Sweet, spicy aroma


Usage: Used to relieve headaches, menstrual cramps and

supports female estrogens in the body. It is used to treat liver

complaints, heart disease, rashes and rough skin. It is used as a

mild sedative to provide restful sleep. It promotes femininity and

healing.

Hyssop: (Hyssopus Offincinalis)


Scent: Sweet, camphor aroma

Usage: It is uses to aid digestive and respiratory systems. It can

be used for indigestion, inflammation and to regulate blood

pressure. It can be applied to bruises and cut. It alleviates

tension, especially in the muscular and nervous systems. It is

used for purification, purging negativity. It is considered a holy

herb used to officially clean temples and other sacred spaces. It

is known as an overall good tonic.

Iris: (Iris Pallida)

Color: Pale yellow color

Scent: Wood, violet-like aroma


Usage: It is used for purification. It is used in perfumery,

cosmetics and potpourri. It also encourages valor and promotes

wisdom.

Jasmine: (Jasminum Officinale)

Color: Yellow to dark orange color

Scent: Warm, floral aroma

Usage: It is used to treat urinary disorders, hepatitis; treats dry

skin and hoarseness. It is used to promote feelings of optimism,

attracts money and draws wealth. It is known to promote dreams

and spiritual love. It also helps to facilitate birth.

Juniper: (Juniperus Communis)

Color: Clear, water-like color

Scent: Sweet, woody, balsamic aroma

Usage: Juniper is used to relieve accumulation of toxins. It is a

skin toner; helps with cystitis and used for urinary tract infections

to expel the build-up of uric acid. It helps with hair loss as well. It

promotes health and is used for protection.

Khus Khus: (Vetiveria Zizanioides)

Color: Dark brown color

Scent: Deep woody aroma


Usage: Used to alleviate depression, insomnia and to heal

wounds. It is applied for joint stiffness and sprains. It is used for

acne and oily skin. It is used in anti-theft folk remedies and to

draw love.

Lavender: (Lavandula Augustifolia)


Scent: Sweet floral with woody undertone aroma

Usage: It is used to relieve muscle aches, skin spots, bruises,

nausea, headache, hypertension, cramps, vertigo and painful

menstruation. It is used as an antispasmodic, for throat

infections, allergies and to relieve dandruff. It is know to

establish emotional balance, peace and resolves conflict. It can

be used to promote love and a health-conscious mind.

Lemon: (Citrus Limonum)

Color: Pale green-yellow color

Scent: Fresh citrus aroma

Usage: It dispels sluggishness, promotes physical energy,

healing and basic health. It is used to reduce fever, acidic

disorders, and heart palpitations. It is used for throat problems,

to reduce fever and as a means of purification. It stimulates the

white corpuscles in the body. It creates clarity in the mental


body. Avoid using undiluted lemon oil on the skin, as it may

cause irritation.

Lemon Verbena: (Verbena Triphylla)

Color: Pale, olive or yellow color

Scent: Fresh, lemony aroma

Usage: It is used to alleviate insomnia, nervous tension and

stress-related conditions. It is used extensively in the food and

cosmetic industry. It is used as a purifier. However, do not use

in a bath as it may cause skin irritation.

Lilac: (Syringa Vulgaris)

Color: Clear color

Scent: Soft, floral aroma

Usage: It is considered a general toner for health. It is used for

purification, protection and draws love energy. It is a cleanser for

the home.

Marjoram: (Origanum Marjorana)

Color: Pale yellow or amber color

Scent: Warm, spicy, camphor aroma

Usage: It is used to relieve headache, bronchitis, muscle aches

and stiffness. It is also used to relieve constipation and


flatulence. It is a natural sedative that is used to promote sleep,

peacefulness and is known to allay emotional agitation and grief.

Mimosa: (Acacia Dealbata)

Color: Dark yellow color

Scent: Warm, floral aroma

Usage: It is used in cosmetics for smooth skin. It helps to

alleviate depression, tension and stress. It promotes dreams,

visualization and used for purification.

Nutmeg: (Myristica Fragrans)

Color: Medium to dark brown color

Scent: Warm, spicy aroma

Usage: It is used to promote physical energy. It helps relieve

nausea, diarrhea, muscle aches, poor circulation and bacterial

infection. It is used to allay fatigue and frigidity. It is known to

stimulate awareness and to attract money.

Orange: (Citrus Sinensis)

Color: Pale to dark yellow color

Scent: Dry, citrus, sweet aroma

Usage: It assists with the absorption of vitamin C. It helps to

rejuvenate dull skin, heals scars, stretch marks and cools the

body temperature. It helps to reduce inflammation and is a mild


sedative. It is known to bring clarity and calmness to highly

emotional states. It is used to relieve emotional trauma. It

encourages physical energy, self-purification and attracts money,

prosperity and love.

Orange Blossom: (Citrus Aurantium)

Color: Dark orange color

Scent: Fresh, delicate, sweet, floral scent

Usage: It is a blood cleanser. It is used as a mild stimulant for

the nervous system. It helps poor circulation, premenstrual

symptoms, gastric spasm and cramps. It reduces varicose veins.

It promotes physical energy and attraction.

Patchouli: (Pogostemon Cablin)

Color: Dark orange-brown color

Scent: Sweet, deep musky, earthy aroma

Usage: It is used to promote physical energy. It helps to allay

nervous exhaustion. It is used for an insect repellant, fungal

infections; for scars and stretch marks. It arouses sexual desire

and used as for fertility and aphrodisiac. It is known to attract

money.

Peppermint: (Mentha Piperita)

Color: Pale yellow or green color


Scent: Grassy mint aroma

Usage: It helps to relieve colds, flu, migraines, sore throat,

toothaches and dermatitis. It relieves nausea, muscular pain,

fainting and helps circulation. It is known for its affect on the

conscious mind to halt negative thoughts. It is used as a purifier.

Queen Anne’s Lace, known as Carrot Seed (

Daucus Carota)

Color: Amber color

Scent: Dry, woody aroma

Usage: It is used for anemia, anorexia, kidney stones and

digestive problems. It is an excellent tonic for the spine. It

assists with the absorption of vitamin A, therefore it strengthens

the eyes and promotes fertility. It revitalizes mature skin. It

calms the mental body, helps schizophrenia and activates the

pineal gland. It helps to spiritually develop inner sight and helps

one to understand the bigger picture.

Rose: (Rosa Damascena)


Scent: Deep, sweet floral aroma

Usage: It is used to reduce swelling, coughs, hay fever, fever,

palpitations and nausea. It heals broken capillaries, smoothes


wrinkles and helps with to alleviate insomnia. It is used to

promoted emotional relationships, instills feelings of happiness

and peace, and enhances inner beauty. It is used to banish

doubt about appearance. It calms domestic strife. It can be used

as an aphrodisiac.

Rosemary: (Rosmarinus Officinalis)


Scent: Strong minty with strong balsamic undertone aroma

Usage: It is used as an antioxidant, antispasmodic and helps

debility. It alleviates fluid retention, hypertension, asthma,

bronchitis and nervous exhaustion. It can be used to heal

eczema and dandruff. It aids in memory, dispels depression,

preserves youthfulness and longevity. It is used to divine

protection and purification.

Sage: (Salvia Officinalis)


Scent: Fresh, herb, camphor aroma

Usage: It is used as an astringent, insect repellant, antioxidant

and helps stress related disorders. It is used to prevent hair loss

and wrinkles. It is a good stomach tonic and good for jet lag. It

can be used to alleviate depression and reduce high blood


pressure. It is known to enhance wisdom, stimulate higher

consciousness through meditation and aligns the mental and

spiritual bodies.

Sandalwood: (Santalum Album)

Color: Pale yellow or brownish color

Scent: Warm, deep, woody aroma

Usage: It is used as a moisturizer for dry, cracked skin. It treats

respiratory infections, laryngitis, stomachaches and vomiting. It

is used to help depression. It induces peacefulness, healing,

visualization, and meditation.

Tea Tree: (Melaleuca Alternifolia)

Color: Pale or yellow color

Scent: Spicy, camphor aroma

Usage: It is an antiviral agent. It helps to fight bacteria, fungus

and viruses. It relieves athlete’s foot, warts and rashes. It heals

wounds, cold sores, and blisters. It is used to break a fever and

to relieve cold symptoms. It is used to promote overall healing.

Tuberose: (Polianthes Tuberosa)

Color: Dark orange or brown color

Usage: It is used as a general body tonic. It strengthens the

actions of the capillaries. It is used in perfumes. It calms and


soothes the emotions. It promotes peace, love and increases the

energy between the emotional and physical bodies.

Vanilla: (Vanilla Planifolia)

Color: Green color

Scent: Rich, herb aroma

Usage: It is used as an antiseptic and general tonic. It is used

as for mental stimulation to restore lost energy. It is known to

attract love and acts as an aphrodisiac.

Violet: (Viola Odorata)

Color: Dark green color

Scent: Leafy with floral undertone aroma

Usage: It relieves poor circulation and strengthens the heart. It

is used to soothe joints and provide mild pain relief. It can be

used to heal wounds and helps to alleviate headaches and

dizziness. It is used to promote peace, tranquility and feelings of

protection.

Wisteria: (Wistaria Sinensis)


Scent: Slightly sweet, balsamic aroma

Usage: It is used to create a delicious perfume. When used

alone, it creates a feeling of protection.


Ylang Ylang: (Cananga Odorata)

Color: Pale color

Scent: Sweet, soft, floral, balsamic aroma

Usage: It is used to assist in the reduction of high blood

pressure, palpitations, fever and nervous conditions. It treats

skins maladies, fights infection and assists with hair re-growth. It

helps with insomnia and depression. It is known to promote

peace, calm anger and heals negative emotional states.

Essential oils in their therapeutic actions have proven energetic

healing in a positive way. Aromatic essences have delighted the senses

and liberated the soul for thousands of years. Whether an essential oil

has released its energy freely into the heat of an environment or

discharged its essence into a container, the oil has always had a strong

effect on the human mind, body and spirit.

Essential oil energy flows as a universal energy to rejuvenate and

balance the organs of the body as well as the energy of the spirit. The

self-healing energy of essential oils propels the mind-body-spirit

connection into profound co-existence. As more research becomes

available in the development of healing essential oils, there will be an

expansive step toward incorporating the energy of aromatic essences in

homeopathic healing treatments.


Aromatherapy essential oils offer a therapeutic way to maintain good

health, enjoy beauty and peace of mind. Taking into consideration

individual need, or the long tradition of usage for physical, spiritual or

emotional maladies, essential oil usage confirm that mind and matter are

mutually enfolded in the sustenance of health and well being.


Introduction to Essential Oils

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