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Popular Aromatherapy Oils
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Published on: 11/11/ 2010 | By: Alex Quek
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About The Author: Mr Alexander Quek Poh Liak, graduated in 1986 from Kolej Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kuala Lumpur with a Diploma in Science (with Distinction in Chemistry and Mathematics) and a Bachelor
of Science Degree (Magna Cum Laude) from Campbell University, North Carolina, USA.
He has more than 20 years experience in the Chemical Industry, especially in Personal Care and Household Care industries.
Website URL: http://www.alexquek.com
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- Basil
- Ocimum basilicum
- The aphrodisiac oil.
- Used for nervous insomnia, anxiety and tiredness.
- Helpful for insect bites, headaches, muscular aches and pains.
- Avoid during pregnancy.
- Use with caution on sensitive skin, as it can be an irritant.
- Bergamot
- Citrus aurantium
- The uplifting oil.
- Good for relaxing tight, aching muscles.
- For massage, it is extremely versatile and can lift any blend.
- Do not use when going in the sun. Because it is phototoxic!
- Cedarwood
- Cedrus atlantica
- A refreshing oil for men.
- It has a stimulating, refreshing and tonic effect on the body.
- It is good for dandruff, eczema, greasy skin and acne.
- It is an effective insect repellent.
- Avoid during pregnancy.
- Should be avoided by breast-feeding mothers and by children.
- Chamomile
- Chamaemelum nobile
- The soothing oil.
- Is a natural anti-inflammatory with great healing properties as well as relaxing sedative benefits.
- Is an expensive oil and you can substitute some drops with Lavender when using to ease pain.
- Safe for use on babies, children and pets.n
- Clary sage
- Salvia sclarea
- The anti-depressant oil.
- Calming, promotes a peaceful state of mind and restful sleep.
- Improves mental clarity and alertness, and reduces stress and tension.
- Is well known for its euphoric action.
- Not to be used during pregnancy.
- Eucalyptus
- Eucalyptus globulus
- The perfect insect repellent.
- Because it prevents bacterial growth and inhibits the growth of viruses, it is used to treat burns, blisters, cuts, herpes, wounds and sores.
- It can soothe the pain of sore muscles, arthritis and rheumatism.
- Do not use whilst on homeopathic remedies.
- Geranium
- Pelargonium graveolens
- The women’s oil.
- It has a regulatory action on the hormones secreted by the adrenal cortex. Ideal for PMT and menopause.
- It reduces stress and tension.
- Is calming and uplifting, speeds body healing, and eases depression.
- And is helpful in managing asthma.
- Ginger
- Zingiber officinale
- The warming oil.
- A warming oil that relaxes tight muscles, relieve aches and pains, making it a natural choice to threat arthritis.
- Useful in the treatment of cold and coughs.
- Also improves digestion as it stimulates the gastric juices.
- Grapefruit
- Citrus paradisi
- The cellulite oil.
- It has an uplifting and reviving effect, making it useful in treating stress, depression and nervous exhaustion.
- Is a lymphatic stimulant, so it is helpful in the treatment of water retention as well as having fat-dissolving properties.
- A very safe oil to use. It is non-toxic, non-irritant and is non-phototoxic!
- Jasmine
- Jasminum grandiflorum
- The romantic oil.
- Uplifting, relaxing and an excellent brain stimulant.
- It is good for dry sensitive skins and to treat muscular aches and menstrual cramps.
- Always use this oil to lighten the emotional load.
- Not to be used during pregnancy.
- Lavender
- Lavandula angustifolia
- Essential oil for the first aid kit.
- Generally regarded as the most versatile essence therapeutically.
- Is well known for its sedative properties and is useful in treating depression, migraine, insomnia and nervous tension as well as dealing with stress.
- Can be used neat on burns and even sunburn.
- Lemon
- Citrus limon
- The cleansing oil.
- Is stimulating, invigorating, astringent, deodorizing and antiseptic.
- Very helpful in treating mental exhaustion. Also for energizing an aching body.
- Used in treatment of cellulite.
- Is phototoxic!
- Lemongrass
- Cymbopogon flexuosus
- The regenerative oil.
- A good tonic for the skin, especially useful for athlete’s foot.
- It kills bacteria and fungal infections.
- It cools and reduces fever in the body and helps ease aching muscles.
- It calms the nervous system relieving depression, stress and nervous exhaustion.
- Use with care on sensitive skins – it can cause irritation due to high citrus content!
- Lime
- Citrus aurantifolia
- The uplifting oil.
- Is antibacterial, antifungal and antiseptic.
- A great stimulant and tonic.
- Very useful for treating colds and flu, cellulite, poor circulation, greasy skin, arthritis and varicose veins.
- Is phototoxic!
- Mandarin
- Citrus reticulata
- The children’s oil.
- Having great digestive properties, it relieves cramps, spasms and stimulates bile production.
- It also aids digestion, constipation and hiccoughs.
- A great oil to be used for stretch marks, scars and aging skin. Use this oil during pregnancy to help reduce stretch marks.
- Is phototoxic!
- Marjoram
- Origanum majorana
- The calming oil.
- It relieves tight muscles, aches and pains.
- Reduces inflammation, improves digestion and helps relieve congestion.
- Avoid during pregnancy.
- Avoid if you suffer from low blood pressure.
- Melissa
- Melissa officinalis
- The heart oil.
- Also known as Balm, Lemon.
- It calms and soothes the skin as well as soothing the mind by calming the nervous system.
- Respiratory-related allergies respond well to it.
- It offers relief for problems of the digestive or circulatory system.
- Neroli
- Citrus aurantium
- The mind, body and soul oil.
- It helps prevent wrinkles, stretch marks and thread veins.
- It has a deep tranquilizing effect and is used for treating anxiety, depression, palpitations and nervous disorders.
- It can relieve diarrhoea, indigestion, cramps and spasms and help expel gas from the intestines.
- Safe and ideal to use during pregnancy.
- Orange
- Citrus sinensis
- A calming and relaxing oil.
- It has a refreshing and stimulating effect on the body whilst leaving you relaxed. It rejuvenates skin.
- Excellent oil for calming children as well as for reducing colds and flu.
- Is phototoxic!
- Do not use when pregnant.
- Patchouli
- Pogostemon cablin
- The general tonic oil.
- Useful in treatment of eczema, acne, scalp and fungal infection of the skin.
- For anxiety and depression, it helps keep one in touch with reality whilst encouraging spiritual wellbeing.
- Has a strong exotic perfume smell.
- Safe to use. Non-toxic.
- Peppermint
- Mentha piperita
- The soothing digestion oil.
- The cooling and refreshing effect on the body brings temporary relief from headaches, mental fatigue, toothache, sinusitis, travel sickness, sunburn, upset stomachs and hangovers.
- Avoid during pregnancy.
- Use with care on sensitive skins – it can be an irritant due to high menthol content.
- Petitgrain
- Citrus aurantium var.amara
- The nerve oil.
- It’s properties include being anti-depressant, deodorizing and a sedative.
- Use in your diffuser and inhale to reduce depression and to clear a confused mind.
- Non-toxic, non-irritant, non-sensitizing and non-phototoxic.
- Pine
- Pinus sylvestris
- The respiratory oil.
- One of the best oils to treat head lice, sores, cuts and scabies.
- It has a great effect on the respiratory system and helps to loosen and remove mucus.
- Useful in the treatment of bronchitis, coughs, sore throats, colds, flu, asthma and for muscular aches and pains, arthritis and rheumatism.
- Avoid in allergic conditions.
- Rose
- Rosa damascena
- The beauty oil.
- It prevents and reduces scaring.
- It is a helpful oil for asthma and chronic bronchitis.
- The beautiful fragrance helps bring balance and harmony as well as stimulating and elevating the mind.
- Non-toxic and safe to use.
- Rosemary
- Rosmarinus officinalis
- The oil for protection.
- It is a powerful stimulant and has impressive healing properties, strengthening the nervous system, improving memory and restoring sense of smell.
- It can ease the pain of arthritis, gout, rheumatism, stiff and sore muscles. Also used with success in treating asthma, colds, flu, bronchitis and coughs.
- Avoid during pregnancy and if suffering from epilepsy.
- Rosewood (Bois de Rose)
- Aniba rosaeodora
- A gentle balancing oil.
- It is soothing, uplifting, refreshing and balancing.
- It is calming and relaxing for the emotions and gently sensual.
- Non-toxic and safe to use.
- Tea tree
- Melaleuca alternifolia
- First aid in a bottle.
- It has many outstanding properties. It can be used to treat anything from blisters, boils, burns, rashes, gingivitis, mouth ulcers, burns, insect bites, nappy rash, ringworm to athlete’s foot and thrush, infected wounds, coldsores, corns and warts!
- Non-toxic and safe to use. Repeated neat application might induce sensitization!
- Vetiver
- Vetiveria zizanoides
- The oil of tranquility.
- One of the best oils to use to strengthen the immune system. It is a deeply relaxing oil.
- It can be used to ease stress, lift depression, calm the nerves and for insomnia.
- Its antiseptic properties heal acne, cuts and infected wounds.
- Non-toxic, non-irritant. Safe to use.
- Ylang ylang
- Cananga odorata
- The sensual oil.
- The first distillate (about 40%) is called Ylang Ylang Extra, which is the top grade. There are then three further successive distillates, called Grades 1, 2 and 3.
- Deeply relaxing, de-stressing, soothes troubled mind and spirit.
- Thought to be an aphrodisiac.
- Non-toxic, however, some people find the sweet fragrance causes a headache or nausea.
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