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Sunspirit's Essential Oils Encyclopedia



Encyclopedia of Essential Oils
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Essential Oils Encyclopedia

Essential Oils   Rationale
 
Aniseed

    EXPECTORANT     To loosen up and liquefy mucous and for the temporary relief of dry or bronchial cough, sinusitis and the symptoms of hay fever and congested head colds  

 
Basil
    ENDURANCE PROVIDING     A whiff of Basil's awakening, peppery-anise perfume refreshes and helps provide stamina to overworked bodies.  
 
Benzoin
    RESPIRATORY DECONGESTANT     Benzoin has a soothing, sedative effect on the respiratory tract. Wonderful for the temporary relief of tense breathing and bronchial cough.  
 
Bergamot
    JUBILANT, JOVIAL and FRESH     Bergamot's juicy, mouth-watering tang brings delicious relief to stressed, tense bodies. For relief from premenstrual tension and symptoms of post natal stress or a refreshing pause during the later stages or pregnancy.  
 
Black Pepper
    PERFORMANCE PLUS     This wonderfully warming oil with its distinctive, spice of life can be used by way of VAPOURISATION. Use in a MASSAGE OIL BLEND as a muscular warm up before a dancer's performance or an athlete's training session.  
 
Cajuput
    ANTISEPTIC     This oil inhibits the spread of bacteria prevalent in sinus, throat, bronchial cough and respiratory infections, giving temporary relief to these symptoms.  
  Cedarwood
    ASTRINGENT     Use DIRECT APPLICATION to appease oily skin and shaving nicks. Cedarwood is an excellent deodouriser; use in a soothing FOOT BATH or make up a captivating SPRITZER.  
 
Citronella
    INFECTION INHIBITOR     This oil breathes fresh air into minor infections, bringing temporary relief of the symptoms of colds and flu; use by way of VAPOURISATION or in a STEAM INHALATION.  
 
Clary Sage
    INVITING     The euphoric scent of Clary Sage calms, soothes and eases the tension of uncertain times.  
 
Clove
    RELIEVING     Commercial manufacturers have incorporated Clove's pain-relieving wonders into toothpaste.  
 
Cypress
    DEODORISING     Drying, balsamic Cypress checks 'wet feet' and foot odour.  
  Eucalyptus
    DRYING and DETOXIFYING     Eucalyptus is an outstanding respiratory antiseptic and decongestant; use VAPOURISATION or in a STEAM INHALATION.  
 
Fennel
    SETTLING     For a troubled stomach gently massage the abdomen in a clockwise direction with a MASSAGE OIL BLEND.  
  Frankincense
    PROTECTIVE FORTIFIER     Fragrant Frankincense resin strengthens the living tree against extremely harsh climatic conditions.  
 
Geranium
    REGULATING     Geranium's rich, gay, sunny bouquet has a beautifully balancing aroma bursting with refreshing, rosy and uplifting tones.  
 
Ginger
    DIGESTIVE     Ginger's exotic oil helps dispel the discomfort of indigestion, travel nausea and morning sickness; use a MASSAGE OIL BLEND.  
 
Grapefruit
    CLEANSER     Full-bodied, mellow, bittersweet Grapefruit has a clarifying, cleansing effect in the treatment of Cellulite.  
  Juniper
    NVIGORATING     Use this crisp, energetic oil in a VAPOURISATION or SPRITZER.  
 
Lavender
    RELAXING     A few drops of tasmanian lavender oil on a pillow or in a THERAPEUTIC BATH encourages sweet slumber.  
 
Lemon
    PURIFYING CLEANSER     Lemon can brighten pale and dull complexions; use in a SKIN or FACIAL OIL.  
 
Lemon Grass
    COOLING and TANGY     This untamed fragrance makes a heavenly, head clearing addition to a refreshing  
 
Myrrh
    REFRESHING COOLER     Lively, fresh and reviving Lime is nature's way of cooling hot and bothered bodies on a steamy, sticky day.  
 
Mandarin
    GENTLE DIGESTIVE     Known in France as 'the children's remedy' because of its gentle action, Mandarin makes a mild treatment for colic, wind, and tummy upsets.  
  Marjoram
    HERBAL CALMER     Powerfully relaxing in a THERAPEUTIC BATH or VAPOURISATION before bedtime, with a little extra sprinkled on the pillow, Marjoram brings sweet relief to restless sleepers.  
 
Myrrh
    INFECTION INHIBITOR     Myrrh is invaluable in the topical treatment of skin lesions, slow healing wounds and ringworm.  
 
Niaouli
    CLEARING DECONGESTANT     Niaouli provides wonderful temporary relief to bronchial coughs and congestion and the symptoms of colds, flu and sinusitis.  
 
Orange
    GENTLE and SOOTHING     This oil gives relief to insomnia brought on by stress. Orange also tames the proverbial butterflies, gives temporary relief to indigestion and is mild enough to use during pregnancy.  
 
Patchouli
    ANTISEPTIC     This oil is a disinfectant which will act as a lasting protector for your clothes. Patchouli makes an excellent topical treatment for athlete's foot and impetigo having great germicidal properties.  
 
Pennyroyal
    HOUSEHOLD HELPER     Combine 5mL (1 teaspoon) Sunspirit water miscible Pennyroyal to 50mL water in a plant sprayer. Lightly spray around the house, in cars, on floors and carpets. Do not saturate.  
 
Peppermint
    DYNAMIC     Peppermint's minty coolness makes an appealingly flavoured breath freshening MOUTHWASH.  
 
Petitgrain
    CLARIFYING     Petitgrain's uniquely bittersweet cologne aroma makes a stress relieving  
  Pine
    ANTISEPTIC and CLEARING     Pine's inner fire, developed to combat alpine climates,soothes,warms and benefits chest infections.  
 
Rosemary
    ROUSING     Rosemary's brisk, awakening aroma is inviting to students, office workers and researchers alike when used in VAPOURISATION or DIRECT INHALATION.  
 
Rosewood
    CLEARING and CENTRING     Rosewood's resinous and lively, spicy scent brings clarity.  
 
Sandalwood
    STRENGTHENING     Sandalwood's protective aroma fortifies the body during unsettled times; use in a VAPOURISATION.  
  Spearmint
    SETTLING ANTACID     Sunny mountain Spearmint's dynamic, zesty scent excites the digestive juices.  
 
Tea Tree
    INFECTION INHIBITOR     Apply Tea Tree Oil by diluting for DIRECT APPLICATION to cuts, skin and nail infections, wounds and insect bites.  
  Thyme
    STRENGTHENING     Thyme's mighty no-nonsense aroma indicates its usefulness .as an infection fighter.  
 
Wintergreen
    PENETRATING     Wintergreen's lively, heating and cooling mentholated power gives temporary relief to the symptoms of muscular, arthritic and rheumatic aches and pains.  
 
Ylang Ylang
    CAPTIVATING     Ylang Ylang's intoxicating, exotic scent relaxes stressful states into luxurious languor, transforms the THERAPEUTIC BATH and a massage with a MASSAGE OIL BLEND into a scentual event.  
  Carrier Oils           Encyclopedia of essential oils  
 
Almond Sweet
    BALANCING     BASE or CARRIER OIL - Add essential oils of your choice to create your own personal SKIN or FACIAL OIL or MASSAGE OIL BLEND. SOFTENING - A gentle treatment for chafing, nappy rash and cradle cap. Use DIRECT APPLICATION and apply to affected areas.  
 
Apricot Kernel
    NOURISHING     BASE or CARRIER OIL - Add essential oils of your choice to create your own personal SKIN or FACIAL OIL or MASSAGE OIL BLEND. GENTLE and KIND - In the treatment of chafing, nappy rash and cradle cap; use DIRECT APPLICATION and smooth onto baby's affected area.  
  Avocado
    REFINING     BASE or CARRIER OIL - Add essential oils of your choice to create your own personal SKIN or FACIAL OIL or MASSAGE OIL BLEND. PENETRATING - For the treatment of sunburn and minor burns; use DIRECT APPLICATION as a lotion to affected area.  
 
Evening Primrose
    SOOTHING     BASE or CARRIER OIL - Add essential oils of your choice to create your own personal SKIN or FACIAL OIL BLEND. Alternatively add a few drops of Evening Primrose to your favourite Sunspirit Carrier Oil to increase its benefits. ENRICHING and NOURISHING - This highly moisturising and emollient oil helps clear skin blemishes, soothe irritations and soften wrinkles exaggerated by dryness.  
 
Grapeseed
    MENDING     BASE or CARRIER OIL - Add essential oils of your choice to create your own personal SKIN or FACIAL OIL or MASSAGE OIL BLEND. ABSORBING - Because of its ultra-fine texture Grapeseed is a gentle emollient and easily absorbed into the skin. ENLIVENING - Especially suited to congested and sluggish skin types  
  Jojoba
    SOFTENING     This unique product is technically a liquid wax and is not subject to a rapid oxidation rate. Such a quality makes it an ideal base in which to dilute your essential oils.  
 
Macadamia
    REPLENISHING     BASE or CARRIER OIL - Add essential oils of your choice to create your own personal SKIN or FACIAL OIL or MASSAGE OIL BLEND. ENRICHING - Macadamia Oil is high in palmitoleic acid, a mono-unsaturated fatty acid that does not occur in any other plant oil yet is found in the human skin's sebum. This makes it an ideal, nourishing application for normal to dry complexions or those that are exposed continually to the harsh elements.  
 
Pumpkin Seed
    DIURETIC     Can be of assistance in the temporary relief of the pain and burning sensation associated with cystitis when taken internally using a dose of 5-10 drops 3 times a day for 4 weeks.  
  Rosehip
    REPAIRING
    Rose Hip Oil has recently been acclaimed to fame for its remarkable regenerative properties and its use in DIRECT APPLICATION to aid in the repair of damaged skin tissue and as a preventative to scarring. Rose Hip is not suitable for oily or acne skin conditions.  
 
Wheatgerm
    PRESERVATIVE     BASE OR CARRIER OIL - Add essential oils of your choice to create your own personal SKIN or FACIAL OIL or MASSAGE OIL BLEND. SOOTHING - For the treatment of chafing, nappy rash and cradle cap  
Click a letter to see ailments alphabetically.
A B C d E F g H I j k L M N o P q R S T u V W x y z
Encyclopedia of Essential Oils
Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist, consult your health care practitioner.

 


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