[AromatherapyOils] Common Essential Oils & Their Properties

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Some Common Essential Oils and Their Properties

 

Some Common Essential Oils and Their Properties

BERGAMOT Balancing. Used to lift depression.

 

CEDARWOOD Antaseptic, astringent, expectorant, sedative. Used to

balance the function of sweat glands, ease bronchial problems and to

control mold & mildew.

 

CHAMOMILE Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic. Used for

headaches, in warm baths, added to hair rinses, and in massage oils.

 

CLARY SAGE Popular antidepressant, anti-anxiety, anti-inflammatory,

antispasmodic and aphrodisiac. Used in skin and hair products and to

counter insomnia. (Avoid in early months of pregnancy.)

 

CYPRESS Astringent, antiseptic, antispasmodic. Used to repell fleas,

reduce coughing, and for excessive perspiration.

 

EUCALYPTUS Antiseptic, antiviral, decongestant, disinfectant,

expectorant. Has a balancing, normalizing effect. Used to reduce

fever, ease sore muscles, repell insects, treat bites and stings.

 

GERANIUM Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, sedative, expectorant. Used

for bronchitis, cleansing and purifying the environment, promotes

cell regeneration.

 

HYSSOP Aniseptic, tonic. Used for cleansing and detoxifying,

stimulating respiratory system, and clearing congestion from lungs.

(Avoid if you have any type of seizure disorder.)

 

JASMINE Antidepressant, antiseptic, and sedative. Used for anxiety,

emotional imabalance, frigidity and impotence. Good for the skin and

scalp.

 

JUNIPER Antiseptic, detoxifier, diuretic, and internal cleanser.

Used to rid the system of toxins and parasities, reduce spasms, and

cellulite. (Not for use during pregnancy. or if you have kidney

problems.)

 

LAVENDER Antiseptic. Used to calm and normalize the body, improve

immune system, fight bacteria and fungul infection, ease depression,

and reduce inflammation. Also useful in treating acne, burns,

eczema, sleep disorders, and stress.

 

PATCHOULI Antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic,

aphrodisiac, antifungal. A popular scent used in personal fragrances

and bathy and body products.

 

PEPPERMINT Antiseptic, antispasmodic, mental stimulant. Used to

treat hadaches, congestion, fatigue, fever, indigestion, sore

muscles, sinus and stomach problems. Popular in bath and oral care

products.

 

PINE Antiseptic, antiviral, expectorant, restorative and stimulant.

 

ROSE Antidepressant, antiseptic, astringent, mild sedative. Used for

female complaints, impotence, insomnia, and nervous tension. Popu;ar

in skin care products.

 

ROSEMARY Analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent. Used for

cellulite, enhancing circulation, dandruff, hair loss, memory

problems, headache, and muscle soreness.

 

ROSEWOOD Antiseptic, regenerative. Used for anxiety, cellular

regeneration, depression, headaches, nausea, PMS, and tension.

 

SANDALWOOD antidepressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac. Used for

bronchitis, nervosness, dry skin, and for soothing the mind.

 

THYME Antiseptic, antispasmodic, expectorant. Added to bath for a

calming effect, and to ease congestion.

 

YARROW anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic. Used to lower blood

pressure and improve digestion. Has similar functions as chamomile.

 

YLANG YLANG Antidepressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, sedative. Used

to lift mood, ease anxiety, normalize heartbeat, and lower blood

pressure.