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Essential Oils (see disclaimer)
Basil: Spicy-sweet energizing fragrance stimulates mind and body; antibacterial, antiviral; massage diluted for cold, flu, and pain; neat on a cottonball for earache; diffuse for mental alertness and migraines; blends with cedarwood, citronella, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, orange, peppermint, rosemary, teatree
Calendula: Acne control, helps soothe cuts and bruises, keeps wounds sterile; cleaner, toner, and astringent; used in healing salves and to prevent diaper rash; gargle with Calendula Tea to relieve sore throat; blend with florals, citrus
Carrot Seed: One of the best oils for mature skin, believed to stimulate cell growth while removing toxins giving the skin a more toned, smooth and youthful appearance; useful in treating scars, wounds and burn, may be useful in preventing wrinkles; helpful for arthritis, gout, edema, rheumatism and the accumulation of toxins in muscles and joints; strengthens the mucus membranes in the nose, throat and lungs, thus has a beneficial effect on problems such as bronchitis and influenza; blend with cedarwood and lavender; SPF 40
Cedarwood: Used to assist with acne, arthritis, bronchitis, coughing, cystitis, dandruff, dermatitis, stress; warming, uplifting, and toning properties; considered to be comforting, reviving and an aphrodisiac
Chamomile: Relaxes, helps headaches and insomnia; blend with lavender, lemon, ylang ylang
Citronella: Insect repelling, antiseptic, helps headaches and migraines, helps combat cold and flu, balances oily skin and hair, deodorizing and anti-perspirant; blend with citrus, lavender, eucalyptus, cedarwood
Cinnamon: Antiseptic and antimicrobial properties, has been used to treat diarrhea and other problems of the digestive system; blend with ylang ylang, orange
Eucalyptus: Can treat many respiratory problems, including cold, cough, nasal congestion, asthma, and much more. It is normally mixed with other medicine since it also has antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory properties as well as being a decongestant; try adding a few drops to your humidifier during the dry winter months to sooth irritated sinuses or lungs, used as an anti-bacterial and in personal hygiene product; has germicidal properties that make it a good antiseptic for various types of wounds; can be applied directly to open wounds, bug bites or stings, burns, abrasions and sores, has topical analgesic qualities that will help soothe the wound; used as an insect bite relief fragrance; very soothing properties that help relax and reduce stress; blend with lavender, tea tree, rosemary, lemongrass, pine, lemon, thyme, cedarwood, peppermint, lime
Application
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Rub approximately 5 drops over your chest for respiratory issues, sinusitis, runny nose, and sore throat
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Massage into an injured area to alleviate any inflammation, pain, or swelling
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Massage into the bottom of your feet for fever reduction
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Apply to your skin to prevent or stop itching from bug bites or stings
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Inhale the aroma to improve mood or relieve stress
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Massage into your forehead, temples, and sinus area for pain relief
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Mix a few drops into your bathwater for calming effects
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Rub directly into your scalp for soothing and hair care
Lavender: Antiseptics, used in treatment of sunburn and muscle joint pain; aids in relaxation, reduces anxiety, and relieves stress and tension headaches; blend with citrus, floral, vanilla, spices, lemongrass
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The soothing properties make it a great option for mixing with massage lotion or oil. These characteristics can have an effect on sore muscles joints, relive pain, and provide an overall pleasurable experience for the patient.
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The strong aroma has soothing effects on people suffering from stress, anxiety, and mental illness.
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In vapor form, lavender oil can be mixed with vegetable glycerin to treat common cold and flu symptoms.
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The soothing properties also help induce a more restful night’s sleep, which means it can be used as a treatment for insomnia and other sleep related issues.
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Lavender oil can stimulate urine production and restore hormonal balance in the bladder.
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As a skin care product, lavender oil can treat acne, wrinkles, psoriasis, and inflammation.
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It can act as a natural mosquito and moth repellant.
Application:
-Add drops to shower bath
-Mix into lotion/massage products
-Apply directly to scalp
- Add to vaporizer
-Massage into joints for pain relief
Lemon: Antiseptic, cleanser, refreshing and cooling properties; on skin and hair it can be used for its cleansing effect, as well as for treating cuts and boils, enhance ability to concentrate, antibiotic, antidepressant, insect bites, anti-wrinkle; blend with citrus oils, chamomile, eucalyptus, lavender, ylang ylang
Lemongrass: Antiseptic, antidepressant, deodorant, relieves acne and greasy skin, relieves headaches, good anti-perspirant; soothes muscular nerves and pain; keeps insects away; blend with citrus, spice, florals, tea tree, ylang ylang, lavender, chamomile
Lime: Ability to eliminate moodiness; natural air-freshener; used to treat arthritis, fever, insect bites; blends with Citronella, Lavender, Rosemary, Ylang-ylang
Peppermint: Deters lice and dandruff while providing a tingling and cooling sensation to the hair follicle on the head, this promotes hair growth as well as balances the PH levels on the head for healthy and shiny hair; high concentration of natural pesticides; high in omega-3 fatty acids, Vitamin A, C, minerals, manganese, iron, calcium, magnesium, folate, copper and potassium; combats upset stomach, a blocked respiratory tract, headaches, stress and pain, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS,) indigestion, heart burn and nausea; relieves gas and spasms in the stomach; relaxes and soothes; boosts concentration; blends with Sandalwood Essential Oil, Basil, Bergamot, Cajeput, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus Essential Oil, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, Marjoram, Niaouli, Pine, Rosemary, Spearmint, Lavender Oil and Thyme Essential Oils
Application:
-Add a drop to your tea or beverage for digestion/stomach issues.
-You can apply approximately 5 drops over your stomach for indigestion/stomach problems.
-Massage the oil on muscle or joint pain to alleviate inflammation/pain.
-When Massaged into the bottom of your feet it will help with fever reduction.
-When applied onto skin it can prevent/stop itching.
-Inhale the fumes and aroma for mood/mental issues.
-Rub productu onto forehead, temples and sinus area for pain relief.
-Mix a few drops into your bathwater for calming aromatherapeutic effects.
-You can even apply directly to scalp to help aid with itching.
Rosemary: Stimulates cell renewal and improves dry and mature skin, good for wrinkles, acne, dandruff, headaches, insect repellent; enhances mental clarity while aiding alertness and concentration; helps cope with stressful conditions, cleans oily hair and skin, good for shampoo bar; blend with citrus, lavender, eucalyptus, cinnamon, citronells, peppermint, tea tree
Sweet Orange: Deodorizer, antidepressant, antiseptic, combat colds, combat constipation, grease cutter, relieves oily skin conditions, relieves stress and tension; blend with citrus oils, florals, spices, lemongrass, eucalyptus, lavender, and vanilla
Tea Tree: Antibacterial, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory; very powerful immune stimulant; can help to fight all three categories of infectious organisms (bacteria, fungi, and viruses);used in vapor therapy, can help with colds, measles, sinusitis and viral infections; has been used to combat acne, oily skin, head lice, dandruff, and burns; blend with mints, spices, eucalyptus, lavender, lemon, rosemary
Wintergreen: Pain reliever, natural moisturizer in lotions, antiseptic, relaxant, speeds removal of toxins from body, lifts skin; blend with vanilla, ylang ylang, lavender, lemongrass, peppermint