Winter Essential Oils: Woody, Evergreen, Citrus and Spice

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Winter Essential Oils: Woody, Evergreen, Citrus and Spice

 

Aromatherapy brings us the aromatic energy of living plants in the

form of essential oils. These fragrances are a natural antidote to

the emotionally debilitating effects of winter.

 

Aromatherapy is supportive in the winter season of quiet

regeneration. Winter essential oils cleanse and freshen air in homes

closed tight against the cold weather. Essential oils for winter

include woody, evergreen, citrus, spice and resin oils. Gingerbread

and delicious spice cake come to mind with pungent essential oils

such as clove, cinnamon, allspice, ginger and nutmeg. Fresh citrus

oils including bergamot, sweet orange, lemon and tangerine recall

memories of old fashioned citrus pomanders. Warming oils include

Orange, Black Pepper and Rosemary. Immune boosting oils are Tea-

Tree, Lavender, Sandalwood and Bergamot. To ease congestion and

fight infections use Tea-Tree, Pine, Eucalyptus and Lavender .

Bergamot tea is useful for a sore throat and can be used as a gargle.

Chamomile tea is very soothing and eases an upset stomach.

 

 

Bergamot (Citrus bergamia)

Bergamot is uplifting sweet with a fruity fragrance. Helpful for

depression. Refreshes a room. Avoid sunbathing and sunbeds when

using this oil.

 

 

Black Pepper ( Piper nigrum)

Black Pepper is hot, dry, spicy oil with a deeply warming effect.

Relieves muscular aches and pains. Stimulates the digestive,

circulatory and lymphatic systems. Can irritate sensitive skin, use

sparingly.

 

 

Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus)

Eucalyptus was first employed by Australian aborigines, who not only

chewed the roots for water in the dry outback but used the leaves to

treat fever, cough, and asthma, and European settlers quickly

adopted it as medicine. You can also use a few drops of eucalyptus

oil in boiling water or in a bath as an inhalant. Eucalyptus is

often used for - Sore muscles, Insect repellant, Tension headache,

Cold, Cough, Sinusitis, Rheumatoid arthritis, and Strains/sprains.

Warming and antiseptic oil with a strong camphorous medical smell.

 

 

Juniperberry (Juniperus communis)

Juniper berry essential oil contains mainly pinene, myrcene,

sabinene and limonene. These constituents are also found in other

winter season oils including pine, cypress and fir needle. Juniper

berry oil blends especially well with these oils. Juniper oil is

refreshing, clarifying and uplifting to the spirit. Its physical

actions are cleansing, astringent (for oily complexions) and toning.

Detoxifying, cleansing and antiseptic. Do not use in pregnancy or if

you suffer with kidney disease. Not suitable for children.

 

 

Lemon (Citrus limonum)

Lemon is a fresh sunny scent that is cold pressed from the rind

itself! Lemon has antiseptic-like properties and contains compounds

that have been studied for their effects on immune function. It may

serve as an insect repellent and may be beneficial for the skin.

Diffuse it in your house for a fresh alternative to air spays. It

compliments the Oil of Oregano to neutralize the over growth of

Candida. Put a few drops on a kleenex and vacuum it into your vacuum

bag to freshen the smell of your carpets and furniture coverings. 1

drop is also very refreshing and purifying when taken in a glass of

water.

 

 

Neroli

Neroli is distilled from bitter orange trees. It has a refreshing,

spicy aroma and is known for its sensual, exotic effect.

Neroil oil is emotionally unifying and soothes with harmonizing

effects. Described as both sensual and spiritual, Neroli helps to

restablish the link between a disconnected mind and body. Neroli

paves the way for a gradual release and allows us to recall hope

and joy!

 

 

Orange (Citrus sinensis)

Orange essential oil is obtained from the rind of the fruit and used

principally as a flavoring agent. Warming, orange oil is an

antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, digestive,

febrifuge, phototoxic sedative, tonic. Orange oil helps spreads

sunshine on gloomy thoughts and depression, has a very comforting

and warming effect and dispels tension and stress and helps revive

when feeling low on energy. Orange oil calms the stomach both for

constipation and diarrhea. Stimulates bile which helps digestion of

fats. Has a beneficial effect on colds, bronchitis and fever. Helps

with the formation of collagen - vital for tissue repair and hair

growth. Also helpful with muscular pains. Helps anxiety and

insomnia. Possibly reduces blood cholesterol levels. Orange oil

helps dry skin conditions softening wrinkles and dermatitis. An

excellent skin tonic. Orange oil can make the skin photosensitive to

sunlight.

 

 

Peppermint (Mentha piperata)

Peppermint oil is the most extensively used of all the volatile

oils, both medicinally and commercially. The characteristic anti-

spasmodic action of the volatile oil is more marked in this than in

any other oil, and greatly adds to its power of relieving pains

arising in the alimentary canal. From its stimulating, stomachic and

carminative properties, it is valuable in certain forms of

dyspepsia, being mostly used for flatulence and colic. It may also

be employed for other sudden pains and for cramp in the abdomen;

wide use is made of Peppermint in cholera and diarrhea.

 

 

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)

Rosemary is stimulating and refreshing, an invigorating pick-me-up.

To help refresh and nasal passages and assist easy breathing.

Excellent for hair and scalp problems including hair loss and

dandruff. Do not use if pregnant or if you have high blood pressure

or suffer with epilepsy.

 

 

Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)

Tea-Tree is a powerful antiseptic, anti-bacterial oil which helps

boost the immune system. Excellent for treating cold sores and

fungal infections such as thrush. Spots, insect bites, warts, cuts

and grazes.

 

 

<p>Wintertime Aromatherapy Blend

Combine the following oils:

10 drops of cedarwood

25 drops of bergamot orange

15 drops of fir needle

30 drops of juniper berry

20 drops of sandalwood

A wintertime aromatherapy blend For a massage oil, dilute 12 drops

of this " mother " blend in 3 ounces of vegetable oil. To diffuse into

the air, use a candle diffuser or terra cotta ornament style

diffuser. Add a few drops of " mother " blend to water in your

diffuser.

 

 

Sinus Congestion Blend

To relieve sinus congestion, respiratory problems and to clear a

stuffy head,

Combine the following oils:

5 drops of Eucalyptus

3 drops of Lavender

2 drops of Tea-Tree

2 drops of Pine.

 

Add drops to a bowl of hot water and inhale.Makes a great cold

remedy. This is a powerful decongestant for those unwanted colds.

Add a few drops to your burner and inhale this way.

 

 

Sore Throat Gargle

To soothe a sore throat and combat infection.

2 drops of Tea-Tree

 

Add to a glass of water and use as a gargle. Do not swallow,

essential oils must not be taken internally.

 

 

SEASONAL AFFECTED DISORDER (SAD)

Many people are affected in the winter months by this disorder which

is associated with a reduction in sunlight, as the days get shorter,

and the weather is frequently overcast. Symptoms experienced can

range from depression, fatigue, lethargy, weight gain and food

cravings. The following essential oils can help to relieve the

symptoms associated with this disorder.

 

 

Pick Me Up Blend

Combine the following oils:

7 drops of Bergamot

5 drops of Grapefruit

3 drops of Rosemary

 

Sunshine Blend

Combine the following oils:

5 drops of Lemon

5 drops of Orange

3 drops of Geranium

2 drops of Peppermint

 

The oils can be used in a burner, either individually or in

combination.

 

Andrew Pacholyk, LMT, MT-BC, CA

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