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Essential oil |
Use oil to treat |
Suggested usage |
Blends well with |
Warnings |
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Angelica |
Skin irritation, congested skin, psoriasis, flatulance, anemia, detoxifying rheumatism, gout, fatigue and stress relief, insight, mediation |
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Anise |
Aids digestion, antiseptic, eases headaches and respiratory problems, muscle relaxant. Stimulating and uplifitng, balancing, clears the mind |
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Basil |
Bronchitis, Headache, Migraine, Digestive Aid, Mouth Ulcer, Gum Infection, cold sores |
Massage, bath, hot compress, mouthwash |
Lavender, Geranium, Bergamot |
Undiluted it may irritate sensitive skin |
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Benzoin |
Coughs, cold, flu, tension, aching joints, dry skin, dermititis |
Massage, steam inhalation, compress |
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Bergamot |
Cystitis, Anxiety, Skincare, Urethritis, Appetite Regulator, Digestive Aid, Acne |
Massage, bath, compress, vaporiser |
Cypress, Neroli, Jasmine |
Sensitive to sunlight |
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Black pepper |
Digestive Tract, Antispasmodic, Kidneys, Muscle Pain, Stiff Joints, Anaemia |
Massage, bath |
Sandalwood, Rosemary, Marjoram, Frankincense, Lavender |
Don't overuse |
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Cajeput |
Infection, Cold, Catarrh, Sinusitis, Headaches, Pain Killing, Sore Throats |
Bath, mouthwash, compress |
Lavender to balance |
Don't use before bedtime, may irritate sensitive skin |
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Cardamom |
Antiseptic, helps digestive problems and gas, used for nausea and headache. |
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Carrot seed |
Clears oily skin and acne, dermatitis, antiseptic, soothes cold sores, aids digestion, cold, flu, antiseptic, immune system booster, anti-depressant |
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Cedarwood |
Antiseptic, Bronchitis, Catarrh, Cystitis, Urinal and Vaginal Infections |
Massage, bath, inhale, vaporize,local wash |
Sandalwood, Bergamot, Jasmine, Neroli, Juniper |
Do not use during pregnancy |
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Chamomile |
Stomach Upsets, Anti-inflammatory, Eyes, Insomnia, Sprains, Earaches, Hair, Soothing, Aches & Pains, Eczema |
Massage, bath, vaporiser, compress |
Melissa, Lavender, Rose, Cedarwood, Neroli, Geranium |
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Cinnamon |
Strong antiseptic, aids poor circulation, muscle aches, colds, flu, male aphrodisiac, stimulating, warming |
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Clary sage |
Muscle Relaxant, Asthma, Digestive, Tonic, Stress, Tension, Menstrual, Cramps, Depression, Aches, Flu |
Massage, bath, vaporiser |
Lavender, Sandalwood, Jasmine, Geranium, Cypress, Orange |
Do not use during pregnancy or with alcohol |
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Clove |
Antiseptic, treats colds and flus and nausea, tooth and gum pain, acne |
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Coriander |
Stimulates Appetite, Analgestic, Flatulence, Rheumatic Pains, Aids Digestion |
Massage, bath |
Jasmine, Sandalwood, Bergamot, Neroli, Rose, Geranium |
Do not use during pregnancy |
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Cypress |
Astringent, Antiseptic, Circulation, Asthma, Menstrual Regulation, Haemorrhoids |
Massage, bath, vaporize, local wash |
Bergamot, Juniper, Pine, Lemon, Lavender, Orange |
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Eucalyptus |
Decongestant, Antiviral, Colds, Influenza, Antiseptic, Wounds, Burns, Muscular Pain |
Massage, bath, hot compress |
Melissa, Lavender, Lemon, Pine, Thyme, Chamomile |
Do not overuse |
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Fennel |
Carminative, Digestive, Flatulence, PMT, Regulates Menstrual Cycle, Detoxifying |
Bath, massage, inhalation, mouthwash |
Rose, Sandalwood, Juniper |
Do not overuse |
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Frankincense |
Anxiety, Respiratory Infections, Soothing, Asthma, Uterine Tonic |
Massage, bath, vaporiser |
Neroli, Myrrh, Sandalwood |
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Garlic |
High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, Cough, Blood Circulation, Colds, Cholesterol |
Hot compress |
Lavender, Peppermint |
Do not use during pregnancy |
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Geranium |
Antidepressant, Astringent, Diuretic, Haemostatic, Promotes Healing, PMT |
Massage, bath, vaporiser |
Bergamot, Citronella, Lemon Grass, Lavender |
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Ginger |
Catarrh, Diarrhoea, Rheumatism, Colds, Flu, Cramps, Nausea, Travel & Morning Sickness |
Massage, warm compress, inhalation, bath,vaporizer |
Lavender, Orange, Neroli |
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Grapefruit |
Tissue toning, treats congested skin, cellulitis, diuretic, digestive, antiseptic, liver tonic. Relieves nervous exhaustion and stress, joyful and energizing |
Massage, bath, vaporize |
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Hyssop |
Very emollient, softens scars. Antirheumatic, hypotension, diuretic, relieves grief |
Vaporiser, massage, compress |
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Jasmine |
Uterine, Menstrual Pain, Antidepressant, Cramps, Coughs, Childbirth, Chest |
Massage, inhale |
Neroli, Sandalwood, Rose, Cedarwood |
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Juniper |
Diuretic, Detoxifying, Astringent, Tonic, Eczema, Cystitis, Purifying |
Massage, bath, vaporizer |
Sandalwood, Bergamot, Geranium, Rosemary, Marjoram |
Do not use during pregnancy, do not overuse |
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Lavender |
Analgesic, Antibiotic, Antiviral, Headache, Menstrual Pain, Acne, Anti-inflammatory |
Massage, bath, vaporiser, compress |
Bergamot, Orange, Lemon, Geranium, Pine |
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Lemon |
Stimulates Immune System, Corns, Warts, Bleeding Gums, Digestive & Circulatory Tonic |
Dab with cotton swab, massage, inhalation |
Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Juniper, Cedarwood |
Undiluted oil may irritate sensitive skin, do not overuse |
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Lemon grass |
Infections, Fever, Digestive, Tonic, Headache, Deodorant, Footbaths |
Massage, vaporizer, bath |
Lavender, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Juniper, Rose |
Undiluted oil may irritate sensitive skin |
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Lime |
Very emollient, softens scars, antirheumatic, hypotension, diuretic |
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Linden blossom |
Mild astringent, emollient, tonic, antispasmodic, diuretic, calming |
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Marjoram |
Respiratory Problems, Cold, Insomnia, Blood Pressure, Rheumatism, Arthritis |
Inhale, bath, massage, vaporizer |
Lavender, Bergamot, Rosemary |
Do not use during pregnancy |
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Marigold |
Dry Skin, Nappy Rash, Promotes Healing, Varicose Veins, Chronic Ulcers |
Massage, bath, local wash, hot compress |
Mandarin |
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Melissa |
Eczema, Skin, Allergies, Coughs, Shock, Menstral Regulations, Blood Pressure |
Massage, bath, vaporizer |
Lavender, Rose, Neroli, Geranium |
Undiluted oil may irritate sensitive skin |
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Myrrh |
Promotes Healing, Stomach, Eczema, Acne, Anti-inflammatory, Mouth Ulcers, Digestive |
Gargle, bath, inhale, massage |
Sandalwood, Frankincense |
Do not use during pregnancy |
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Myrtle |
Astringent, Acne, Catarrh, Bronchial, Chest, Haemorrhoids, Urinary Infections |
Inhale, bath, massage, vaporizer |
Lavender, Cypress, Neroli, Lemon, Geranium |
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Neroli |
Antidepressant, Antispasmodic, Insomnia, Gentle Sedative, Shock, Gums, Mouth |
Inhale, bath, massage, cold compress |
Rose, Sandalwood, Lavender, Jasmine, Lemon, Bergamot |
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Nutmeg |
Circulation, Heart, Digestion, Bad Breath, Rheumatic Pain, Appetizer |
Massage, inhaltion, mouthwash, cold compress |
Clove, Orange, Rosemary |
Do not overuse |
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Orange |
Antispasmodic, Stomach, Mild Sedative, Constipation, Chronic Diarrhoea |
Massage, mouthwash, vaporizer, bath |
Ylang Ylang, Juniper, Sandalwood, Cypress, Cinnamon |
Do not use before bedtime, sensitive to sunlight |
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Orange blossom |
Sensitive skin, diarrhoea, shock, fear, depression |
Massage, skin tonic, inhale, bath |
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Patchouli |
Antidepressant, Antiseptic, Astringent, Fluid Retention, Anti-inflammatory, Stings |
Massage, warm compress, inhalation |
Ylang Ylang, Rose, Bergamot, Lemon, Geranium, Jasmine |
Do not overuse |
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Peppermint |
Colic, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Cold, Fever, Headache, bad breath |
Massage, inhalation, mouthwash |
Eucalyptus, Lavender, Majoram, Rosemary |
Do not use before bedtime, may irritate senstive skin |
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Petitgrain |
Memory, stress, irritated skin, fluid retention |
Inhale, massage, bath |
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Pine |
Chest Infections, Colds, Sore Throats, Circulation, Rheumatic Pains, Lungs |
Massage, bath, hot compress |
Eucalyptus, Lavender |
Do not use undiluted |
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Rose |
Antidepressant, Anorexia, Regulating Menstrual, Confidence Improving |
Massage, bath, vaporiser, inhalation |
Neroli, Sandalwood, Jasminie, Geranium |
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Rosemary |
Heart, Liver, Colds, Gallbladder, Catarrh, Speech, Sinusitis, Asthma, Sight, Memory, dandruff |
Inhale, massage, bath, cold compress,vaporizer |
Peppermint, Lemon, Bergamot, Basil, Cedar wood |
Do not use during pregnancy, do not overuse |
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Rosewood |
Tissue regenerator, sensitive skin, tonic, antiseptic, analgesic, calming, balancing, anti-depressant |
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Sage |
Aching joints, fluid retention, perspiration, sore gums, nervous exhaustion |
Bath, massage, mouthwash |
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Sandalwood |
Antiseptic, Dry Skin, Sore Throat, Cystitis, Bronchitis, Urinary Infection |
Massage, inhale, bath, vaporizer |
Frankincense, Rose, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang |
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Tea tree |
Influenza, Fungi, Viruses, Warts, Ringworm, Cold Sores, Blisters, Acne |
Massage, bath, vaporizer |
Lavender |
Undiluted it may irritate sensitive skin |
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Thyme |
Cold, flu, muscle fatigue, arthritis, whopping cough, tonsilitis, sore throat |
Inhale, massage, gargle, bath |
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Tuberose |
Sensuality, fragrant, softening, relaxing, and euphoric, centers emotions |
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Verbena |
Antiseptic, emollient, reduces skin swelling, antispasmodic, detoxifying, sedating, spirit lifting |
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Vetivert |
Stress, aching legs, hysteria, stiff neck |
Bath, massage |
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Ylang ylang |
Relieves Sexual Anxiety, High Blood Pressure, Slows Breathing, Antidepressant, PMS |
Massage, bath, vaporizer, skin tonic |
Sandalwood, Lemon, Orange, Bergamot, Jasmine, Neroli |
Do not overuse |
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