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Essential Oil Profiles A-C
Angelica Root (Angelica archangelica) Up to 15% esters Up to 34% Sequisterpenes 14% Oxides Up to 80% Monoterpenes Up to 19% Alcohols Psychological Scale; uplifting, balancing and soothing Physiological Scale; stimulating Angelica root’s key qualities are;
restorative, aphrodisiac, revitalizing, grounding, tonic, purifying, stimulant in small doses, warming and comforting. Medicinal Uses- Skin Care- Irritation, Congestion,
Psoriasis Circulation- Ridding the body
of toxic accumulation, water retention Muscles and Joints-
Arthritis, Gout, Rheumatism Respiratory System- Coughs, Colds,
Bronchitis Digestive System- Flatulence,
Indigestion Nervous System- Headaches and
Migraines, Nervous Tension and Stress-Related Disorders, Fatigue Angelica root oil blends well with; patchouli, clary sage, sandalwood, vetiver, cedarwood, frankincense, neroli, orange,
petitgrain, lemongrass, lime, lemon, bergamot, mandarin and grapefruit. Bay
Laurel Medicinal Uses- Skin care- Acne, Abscesses, bedsores, boils, skin regenerator, skin toner, anti inflammatory, necrosis, gangrene Circulatory system- cardiovascular tonic, vasocoronarodilatory-spasms, arteriosclerosis and pre-infarctus Muscles and Joints- osteoarthritis, sclerosis, rheumatism Respiratory System- Asthma, Bronchitis, Emphysema, Chesty Coughs, Influenza, Colds Digestive System- Enterocolitis, tropical illnesses, Reproductive System- Peri menopause Immune System- Bactericide, Viricide, Fungicide, Anti-Flu, Infectious Diseases Nervous System- nerve tonic, depression, analgesic, nervous
re-balancer, Genitourinary system- Infections Benzoin Resinoid (Styrax
benzoin.) 80% Esters 2% Aldehydes 17% Oxides Psychological Scale; balancing and soothing Physiological Scale; sedative Benzoin’s
key qualities are as follows; warming, anti-depressant, uplifting, comforting, soothing, elevating, stimulant, energizing
and purifying. Medicinal Uses- Skin care- Chapped skin, Irritation, Inflammation, Cuts Circulation- Poor circulation Muscles and Joints- Arthritis, Gout, Rheumatism Respiratory System- Asthma, Bronchitis, Coughs, Influenza, Laryngitis Digestive System- Colic Nervous System- General Stress-Related conditions, Nervous Tension Benzoin blends well with; sandalwood, rose, jasmine, ylang ylang, frankincense, myrrh, cypress, juniper, lemon, coriander,
black pepper, cinnamon leaf, clove, ginger, cardamom, juniper, and coriander Black Pepper.(Piper Nigrum.) * Toxic and an irritant, use in low doses only. 7% Sequisterpenes 77% Monoterpenes Psychological Scale; uplifting Physiological Scale; stimulating The key qualities of black pepper are; aphrodisiac restorative strengthening, stimulant
(mental), tonic (nerve), analgesic and comforting. Medicinal Uses- Skin care- Chilblains Circulation- Anemia, Poor Circulation, Muscles and Joints- Arthritis, Muscular Aches and pains, Neuralgia, Poor Muscle Tone, Rheumatic Pain, Sprains, Stiffness Respiratory System-
catarrh Digestive System- Colic, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Flatulence, Heartburn, loss of appetite, nausea Immune System- Colds, Influenza, Infections, Viruses Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum.) 52% esters 31% Oxides 4% Monoterpenes 5% Alcohols Psychological Scale; uplifting, balancing and soothing Physiological Scale; stimulating and regulating Cardamom’s main key qualities are; aphrodisiac, soothing,
warming, comforting, penetrating, refreshing, uplifting and cephalic. Medicinal Uses- Digestive System- Anorexia, Colic, Intestinal cramps, Dyspepsia, Flatulence, Halitosis, Heartburn and Indigestion, Vomiting Nervous System- Nervous strain and mental fatigue Cardamom blends well with; rose, neroli, grapefruit, orange,
cedarwood, ylang ylang, frankincense, coriander, cinnamon, clove, petitgrain and bergamot. Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis/Matricaria
chamomilla.) 70% Esters 4% Sequisterpenes 10% Monoterpenes 35% Alcohols Psychological Scale; balancing and soothing Physiological Scale; sedative. Chamomile can be slightly soporific or hypnotic in large doses.
Chamomile’s main key qualities are; comforting, restorative, balancing, sedative, warming, relaxing and soothing. Medicinal Uses- Skin care- Acne, Allergies, Boils, Burns, Cuts, Chilblains, Dermatitis, Earache, Eczema, Inflammation, Insect Bites, Rashes,
Sensitive Skin, Teething Pains, Toothache, Wounds Muscles and Joints-
Arthritis, Inflamed Joints, Muscular Pain, Neuralgia, Rheumatism, Sprains Digestive System- Colic, Dyspepsia, Indigestion, Nausea Reproductive System-
Dysmenorrhea, menopausal problems, menorrhagia Nervous System- Headache, Insomnia, Nervous tension, Migraines, Stress related complaints Chamomile blends well with; bergamot, lavender,
clary sage, geranium, jasmine, rose, neroli, frankincense, cedarwood, eucalyptus, lemon, marjoram, * Avoid use if breastfeeding, or if suffering
from breast cancer. 3% Sequisterpenes Up to 77% Monoterpenes 10% Alcohols Psychological Scale; balancing uplifting and soothing Physiological Scale; stimulating. The main key qualities of cypress are; refreshing, soothing, purifying,
protective, relaxing, comforting, warming, restorative and reviving. Medicinal Uses- Skin care- Oily Skin, Perspiration (sweat regulator), Bruises and Wounds, Inflamed and Bleeding gums Circulatory System-
Varicose veins, Cellulite, Oedema, Poor Circulation, Haemorrhoids, venous decongestant, Muscles and Joints-Muscular Cramps, Rheumatism Respiratory System-
Asthma and Bronchitis, Coughs, Whooping cough, Tracheitis, sinusitis, rhinitis Reproductive System-
Dysmenorrhea, Menopausal problems, (hot flushes) menorrhagia Immune System- immunostimulant Nervous System- Nervous tension, stress related conditions, nervous exhaustion, Coriander. (Coriandrum sativum.) 2% Esters 4% Ketones 9% Monoterpenes 81% Alcohols Psychological Scale; uplifting, balancing and soothing Physiological Scale; stimulating Corianders key qualities are; uplifting, aphrodisiac, soporific
in high doses, stimulating in small doses, comforting, warming, refreshing, revitalizing,
purifying, soothing and strengthening. Medicinal Uses- Circulation- Accumulation of fluids or toxins, poor circulation, haemorrhoids Muscles and Joints- Arthritis, Gout, Muscular Aches and Pains, Rheumatism, Stiffness, Neuralgia Digestive System- Anorexia, Colic, Dyspepsia, Diarrhoea, Flatulence, Nausea, Spasm Immune System- Colds, Influenza, Infectious Diseases, Measles Nervous System- Debility, Migraine and Headaches, Nervous Exhaustion, Neuralgia
Basil.
(Ocimum basillicum.) * Avoid use if suffering from cancer. 8% esters 7% oxides 64% alcohols Psychological Scale; uplifting, balancing & soothing. Physiological Scale; stimulating. Basil’s main key qualities are; restorative, stupefying in excess, tonic, cephalic, refreshing, warming, and anti-depressant, clearing, uplifting, purifying and fortifying. Medicinal Uses- Skin care- Insect Bites, Insect repellent Circulatory system-
venous decongestant, liver decongestant, high blood pressure, Muscles and Joints-
Aches and Pains, Gout, Rheumatism, Arthritis Respiratory System- Coughs and Colds, Bronchitis, Earaches, Sinusitis Digestive System- Dyspepsia, Flatulence, Nausea, Gastro-intestinal spasms, digestive aid, stomach ulcers, travel sickness Reproductive System- Cramps, Amenorrhea Immune System-Colds, Fevers, Influenza, Infectious Diseases, Stimulates the Adrenal glands. Nervous System- Anxiety, depression, insomnia, fatigue, Nervous tension, Headaches and Migraines,
(anti-stress essence par excellence) Bergamot.
(Citrus bergamia.) 28% Esters Up to 52% Monoterpenes 13% Alcohols. Psychological Scale; balancing and soothing Physiological Scale; regulating and stimulating. Bergamot’s key qualities are; reviving, refreshing, anti-depressant,
balancing, calming, regulating, soothing, sedative and uplifting Medicinal Uses- Skin care- Acne, Abscesses, Boils, Herpes Simplex, Eczema, Insect Bites, Oily Skin, Psoriasis, Scabies, Pimples, Varicose
Ulcers, Wounds, Insect Repellent Respiratory System-
Halitosis, Mouth Ulcers, Sore Throat, Tonsillitis Digestive System- Flatulence, loss of appetite Genitourinary System-
Cystitis, Leukorrhea, pruritus, thrush Immune System- Colds, fever, Influenza, Infectious Diseases Nervous System- anxiety, depression, stress related conditions Clove (Eugenia caryophyllata) Main
Constiuents Aldehyde;
fururol Ester;
methyl salicylate Phenol;
eugenol Sequisterpene;
caryphyllene Terpene;
pinene Medicinal Uses- Skin care- Acne, Athlete’s Foot, Bruises, Burns, Cuts, Toothache, Ulcers, Wounds, Insect Repellent, Dental Infections Muscles and Joints- Arthritis, Rheumatism, Sprains, Neuralgia Respiratory System- Asthma and Bronchitis Digestive System- Colic, Dyspepsia, Nausea, Flatulence, Stimulates and cleanses intestinal functions, antiparasitic, antiputrefactive
Immune System- Colds, Flu, Minor Infections, antiseptic, bactericide and viricide. Reproductive system- Uterine tonic-assists uterine dilation Nervous system- Post-natal Depression, mental tonic and revitaliser,
Cedarwood-Atlas. (Cedrus Atlantica.) *Do not use during pregnancy. 3% Ketones 86% Sequisterpenes 10% Alcohols. Psychological Scale; uplifting, balancing and soothing. Physiological Scale; stimulating and regulating. Cedarwood is known as the ‘tree of life.” Its key qualities are; warming, aphrodisiac, grounding, uplifting,
reviving, opening, tonic, elevating and comforting. Cedarwood is a sedative to the nervous system. Medicinal Uses- Cedrus
Atlantica Juniperus Virginiana Skin care- acne, dandruff,
dermatitis, eczema, fungal infections, greasy skin, hair loss, skin eruptions, and ulcers. Greasy hair, psoriasis, Insect Repellent Muscles and Joints- Arthritis,
Rheumatism Respiratory System-Bronchitis,
Catarrh, Congestion, Coughs Sinusitis Nervous System- nervous tension and stress
related conditions Genitourinary System- cystitis,
leukorrhea, pruritus
Cinnamon Leaf.( Cinnamomum Zeylanicum.) Do not use during pregnancy. Possible
skin irritant, use in moderation. 6% Sequisterpenes 5% Alcohols 74% Phenols Psychological Scale; uplifting, balancing and soothing. Physiological Scale; stimulating. Cinnamon’s key properties are; warming, uplifting, reviving, restorative, tonic, aphrodisiac and strengthening. Medicinal Uses- Skin care- Lice, Scabies, Tooth and Gum care, Warts, wasp Stings Circulation- Poor Circulation, anaemia, Muscles and Joints- Rheumatism, muscular tonic, Digestive System- Anorexia, Colitis, Diarrhoea, Dyspepsia, Intestinal Infections, Sluggish Digestion, Spasms, Regularises Bowel Motions and Increases Peristalsis-Constipation, vermifuge, tropical diseases Reproductive System- Stimulates uterine contractions, Frigidity, leukorrhea, metrorrhagia Genitourinary System-
leukorrhea, Immune System- Chills, Colds, Influenza, Infectious Diseases, hyperthermisant Nervous System- Debility, Nervous Exhaustion, Stress Related Conditions, nervous depression, Cinnamon Leaf blends well with frankincense, coriander, mandarin, orange, grapefruit and ylang ylang |
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