Category: Essential Oil Profiles

Essential Profile: Pepper Black

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Pepper Black

Latin Name: Piper nigrum

Family: Piperaceae

Plant Part: Fruit

Method: Distillation

Note/Element: Note: Top/Middle Element: Fire

Functional Groups: Terpene, sesquiterpene, alcohol, phenol, ketone, aldehyde

Type: Stimulating

Ayurvedic Dosha: Kapha

Scent: Spicy, fresh, sharp, penetrating

For Skin Type: None

Cautions: Irritating

Physical Uses: Circulation, chills, digestion, nausea, colds, flu, sore muscles & joints, cold feet, warming.

Mental/Emotional: Mental clarity, stamina, apathy, comforting, emotional coldness, helps with anxiety while quitting smoking. 

Other Uses: Add to aphrodisiac blends for spice, preservative, insect repellent.

Blends Well With: Flowers, spices, citrus, roots, seeds, woods

References:

Katherine Graf:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Advanced Level, 2001-2011.

https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/black-pepper-oil.asp

https://abouteos.com/black-pepper-essential-oil/

Photo by AromaAngie

Essential Oil Profile: Patchouli

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Patchouli

Latin Name: Pogostemon patchouli

Family: Lamiaceae

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Plant Part: Plant, leaves

Method: Distillation

Note/Element: Note: Base Elelment: Earth

Functional Groups: Alcohol, aldehyde, sesquiterpene

Type: Euphoric

Scent: Earthy, Sweet, enduring, woody, hint of sweetness.

Ayurvedic Doshas: Vata, Pitta

For Skin Type: Dry, Mature

Cautions: None

Physical Uses: Itchy skin, dandruff, rash, fungus, cracked feet & hands, nail care, dry skin, athlete’s foot, insect bites, nausea, scars, natural deodorant, strengthens hair, .

Mental/Emotional Uses: Grounding, stress, tension, worry, connection to the earth, enhances mood.

Other Uses: Meditation, insect repellent, perfummery fixative, aphrodisiac

Blends Well With: Flowers, peel, resin, root, wood

References:

Katherine Graf:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Advanced Level, 2001-2011.

https://abouteos.com/patchouli-essential-oil/

https://draxe.com/patchouli-oil/

https://theindianspot.com/10-benefits-of-patchouli-essential-oil/

Essential Oil Profile: Parsley

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Parsley

Latin Name: Petroselinum sativa

Family: Apiaceae

Plant Part: Plant

Method: Distillation

Note/Element: Note: Middle Element:  Wood

Functional Groups: Ether, Aldehyde, Terpene

Type: Stimulating

Ayurvedic Doshas: Kapha

Scent: Herbaccous, green

For Skin Type: Broken blood vessels

Cautions: Not during pregnancy or nursing. Not during heavy menstrual flow. Hepatotoxic.

Physical Uses: Stomach cramps, indigestion , flatulence, hemmorrhoids, bruises, sore muscles and joints, cellulite, insect bites, detoxification, amenorrhea, scanty menstrual flow, menstrual cramps due to scanty flow, strong emmenagogue, protection from infection .

Mental/ Emotional Uses: Fatigue

Other Uses: Head lice

Blends Well With: Flower, fruit, leaf

References:

Katherine Graf:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Master Level, 2001-2012.

https://articles.mercola.com/herbal-oils/parsley-oil.aspx

https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/parsley-oil.asp

https://abouteos.com/parsley-oil/

Essential Oil Profile: Palmarosa

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Palmarosa

Latin Name: Cymbopogon martinii

Family: Poaceae

Plant Part: Plant

Method: Distillation

Note/Element: Note:top/Middle Element: Fire.

Functional Group: Alcohol, ester

Type: Relaxing, balancing, refreshing, comforting

Ayurvedic Dosha: Vata, Pitta, Kapha

Scent: Floral, sweet, soft, rose-like

For Skin Type: Oily, normal, dry, mature

Cautions: None

Physical Uses: Colds, flu, cough, scars, rash, athlete’s foot, nail fungus, vaginitis, cystitis, urinary tract infections, acne, muscle aches, insect bites and stings, boils,

Mental/Emotional Uses: Depression, balancing, fatigue, exhauastion, nervousness, anxiety, stress

Other Uses: 

Blends Well With: Grasses, flowers, citrus

References:

Graf, Katherine:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Advanced Level, 2001-2011.

 Lawless, Julia, The Complete Illustrated Guide To Aromatherapy, Boston,MA, Element Books Limited, 1997, p 190.

https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/palmarosa-oil.asp

https://www.quinessence.com/blog/palmarosa-essential-oil

Essential Oil Profile: Oregano

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Oregano

Latin Name: Origanum vulgare

Family: Lamiaceae

Plant Part: Plant

Method: Distillation

Note:/ Element: Note: Middle. Element: Metal, Fire.

Functional Groups: Phenol, Perpene, Sesquiterpene, Alcohol

Type: Stimulating, heating

Ayurvedic Dosha: Kapha 

Scent: Herbaceous, spicy, penetratins, camphoraceous

For Skin Type: None

Cautions: Not during Pregnancy

Physical Uses: Nail  fungus, athlete’s foot, strongly anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, Via diffusion for (colds, flu, coughs, bronchitis), ear infections, insect repellent.     

Mental/Emotional Uses: Strongly stimulating to the mind. Not recommended for emotional work.

Other Uses: Sickroom diffusion during the day or to purify a room.

Blends Well With: Flowering Plants, Fruit, Spice

Possible Substitutions: Thyme

References:

Graf, Katherine:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Master Level, 2001-2012.

https://www.up-nature.com/blogs/news/top-21-oregano-essential-oil-uses-and-benefits-that-you-must-know

https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/oregano-oil.asp

Photo by AromaAngie from Fordville Gardens

 

Essential Oil: Nutmeg

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Nutmeg

Latin Name: Myristica fragrans

Family: Myristicaceae

Plant Part: Seed

Method: Distillation

Note/Element: Note: Top/Middle.  Element: Earth.

Functional Groups: Terpene, Alcohol, Phenol, Ether

Type: Stimulating, warming

Ayurvedic Dosha: Kapha

Scent: Spicy, intoxicating, warm, sweet, hot

For Skin Type: None

Caution: Not during pregnancy.  Irritating.  Toxic

Physical Uses: Nausea, indigestion, diarrhea, circulation, cold feet, muscle & joint pain, amenorrhea, scanty menstrual flow, menstrual cramps, digestion,fatique, rheumatism.

Mental/Emotional Uses: Exhauastion, apathy, loss of sexual drive

Other Uses: Intensifies dreams, holiday scent for diffusion, men’s colognes & aftershave, aphrodisiac.

Blends Well With: Flowers, Fruit, Resin, Root, Seed, Spice, Wood

Possible Substitutions: Clove bud, ginger

References:

Graf, Katherine:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Master Level, 2001-2012.

https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/nutmeg-oil.asp

http://aromatherapybible.com/nutmeg-mace/

Schnaubelt, Kurt, Advanced Aromatherapy: The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, Rochester, Vermont, 1998, p 49.

https://www.anniesremedy.com/myristica-fragrans-nutmeg.php

 

 

Essential Oil Profile: Niaouli (MVQ)

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Niaouli

Latin Name: Melaleuca quinquenervia viridiflora

Family: Myrtaceae

Plant Part: Leaves, twigs

Method: Distillation

Note/Element: Note: Top/Middle. Element: Metal

Functional Group: Terpene, sesquiterpene, alcohol, oxide

Type: Stimulating

Ayurvedic Dosha (Balances): Pitta, Kapha

Scent: Musty, medicinal, sweet, fresh, earthy

For Skin Type: Oily, acne, dull

Cautions: Not during pregnancy, Not with estrogen dependent cancers. Use caution with young children.

Physical Uses: Immune system, colds, flu, cough, cold sores, sore muscles & joints, burns, cuts, insect bites, vaginitis, systitis, hormonal, boils, high blood pressure, urinary infections, rheumatism, asthma, catarrh, poor circulation, mouth wash, rheumatism.

Mental/Emotional: Revitalizing

Other Uses: Radiation burns (protects before and heals after)

Blends Well With: Citrus, Melaleuca genus such as tea tree

Possible Substitutions: Tea tree, Manuka, Rosalina, Cajeput.

News You Can Use: To protect against air-borne infections, make a room spray by mixing 300 ml (1/2 pint) warm water with 5 ml (1 tsp) niaouli in a spray bottle. This is particularly effective sprayed in public places like waiting rooms.

References:

Graf, Katherine:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Advanced Level, 2001-2011.

http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/naouli-melaleuca-quinquenervia-essential-oil-profile-benefits-properties/

http://www.floracopeia.com/Essential-Oils/essential-oils-sub/organic-niaouli-oil.html

https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/niaouli-oil.asp

http://aromatherapybible.com/niaouli/

Essential Oil Profile: Neroli, Orange Blossom

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Neroli

Latin Name: Citrus aurantium

Common Name: Neroli, Orange Blossom, Orange Flowers, Neroli Bigarde

Family: Rutaceae

Plant Part: Flower

Method: Distillation

Note/Element: Note: Top/Middle. Element:Fire.

Functional Groups: Alcohol, aldehyde, ester, ketone, sesquiterpene, terpene

Type: Relaxing

Ayurvedic Dosha (Balances): Vata, Pitta

Scent: Floral, citrusy, rich, fruity, silky, strong masculine, earthy.

For Skin Type: Normal, dry, sensitive, mature

Cautions: Phototoxic

Physical Uses: High blood pressure, heart palpitations, flatulence, menstrual and stomach cramps, circulation, scars, stretch marks, insomnia.

Mental/Emotional Uses: Depression, stress, tension, anxiety, PMS, soothing, calms nervousness, boost confidence.

Other Uses: Perfumery

Blends Well With: Flower, Peel, Resin, Root, Wood

Possible Substitutions: Petigrain

News You Can Use: Used as a perfume oil and especially in Eau-de-Cologne. In 1680, an Italian princess named Nerole. perfumed her gloves, stationery and clothes with orange blossoms. The scent was known as Nerole’s scent or Neroli.

References:

Graf, Katherine:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Foundation Level, 1999-2010.

http://www.gritman.com/neroli-essential-oil.html

https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/neroli-oil.asp

Schnaubelt, Kurt, Advanced Aromatherapy: The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, Rochester, Vermont, 1998, p 61.

Essential Oil Profile: Mugwort

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Latin Name: Artemisia vulgaris  (Endangered or Declining in some areas)

Family: Asteraceae (Compositae, Daisy)

Plant Part: Flowering plant

Method: Distillation

Note/Element: Note: top/Middle Element: Wood

Functional Groups: Ketone, Oxide, Terpene, Ester, Alcohol

Type: Stimulating

Ayurvedic Dosha: Kapha

Scent: Herbaceous, minty, penetrating

For Skin Type: None

Cautions: Not during pregnancy, Not for children, Strong emmenagogue, Toxic. Neurotoxic

Physical Uses: Menstrual cramps, amenorrhea, scanty menstruation, PMS, Anthelmintic, antispasmodic, choleretic, diaphoretic, diuretic, emmenagogue, nervine, stimulant, tonic, vermifuge. Used for skin parasites. Used to calm, help one to dream.

Mental/Emotional Uses: Use with care because of high ketone content. *

Other Uses: Ritual, intuition, dream pillows, to enhance dreams.

Blends Well With: Flower, Flowering plant, Fruit, Leaf

Possible Substitutions: Basil Holy (Tulsi), Basil Tropical

References:

https://www.anniesremedy.com/emmenagogue-property-21.php

https://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/mugwort/

https://www.edenbotanicals.com/armoise-mugwort.html

Schnaubelt, Kurt, Advanced Aromatherapy: The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, Rochester, Vermont, 1998, pp 43,44,50.

Graf, Katherine:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Master Level, 2001-2012.

*http://www.gritman.com/mugwort-essential-oil.html

Disclaimer: 

General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

 

Essential Oil Profile: Mimosa Absolute

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Mimosa Absolute

Latin Name: Acacia dealbata,mirenisi

Family: Mimosaceae

Plant Part: Blossoms

Method: Absolute

Note/Element: Middle/Base

Functional Group: Aldehyde

Type: Euphoric, calming

Ayurvedic Dosha(Balancing): Pitta

Scent: Floral, sweet, green

For Skin Type: Sensitive, oily

Cautions: Not during pregnancy, may be sensitizing

Physical Uses: PMS, menarche (the first occurrence of menstruation)

Mental/Emotional Uses: Overly sensitive individuals especially women, teens, and children, weepy, nervousness, anxiety, depression, worrying, soothing

Other Uses: High-end perfumery

Blends Well With: Flower, Fruit.

Possible Substitutions: Rose absolute, Rose otto, Melissa

References:

Katherine Graf:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Master Level, 2001-2012.

http://www.lgbotanicals.com/Mimosa-Absolute_p_732.html

http://www.camdengrey.com/essential-oils/mimosa-absolute.html

http://www.indiaessentialoils.com/mimosa-absolute-oil.html

https://alchemyducorps.com/mimosa-flower-oil-in-natural-skincare/