Category: Uncategorized
Essential Oil Profile: Orange Sweet
Orange
Latin Name: Citrus sinensis or Citrus aurantium var. dulcis
Family: Rutaceae
Plant Part: Peel
Method: Expression
Note/Element: Note: Top Element: Earth, Wood
Functional Groups: Alcohol, aldehyde, terpene
Type: Relaxing, Refreshing
Ayurvedic Dosha(Balances): Vata, Kapha
Scent: Citrus, sweet, light
For Skin Type: Oily
Cautions: Do not use oxidized oil. Use within 6 months. Do not use Orange Bitter before sunbathing.
Physical Uses: Colds, flu, digestion, water retention, cellulite, circulation, flatulence, treat spasms, mild aphrodisiac, prevents infection, tonic ( tones up every system in the body), boost immunity.
Mental/Emotional Uses: Depression, lethargy, negativism, stress, cheering, uplifting. may aid in improving cognitive functions.
Other Uses: Room sprays, cleaning solutions, sanitizing, children
Blends Well With: Almost anything
Possible Substitutions: Mandarin, Tangerine
References:
Graf, Katherine:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Master Level, 2001-2012.
https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/sweet-orange-oil.asp
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/orange-essential-oil.html
Essential Oil Profile: Myrrh
Latin Name: Commiphora myrrha
Family: Burseraceae
Plant Part: Resin
Method: Distillation
Note/Element: Note: Base Element: Earth, Mental
Functional Groups: Sesquiterpene, ketone, aldehyde
Type: Euphoric
Ayurvedic Dosha ( Balances): Vata, Kapha
Scent: Smooth, sweet, warm, earthy, woody
For Skin Type: Dry, mature
Cautions: Not during pregnancy, Not with estrogen dependent cancers.
Physical Uses: Weepy cuts, cracked skin especially hands and feet, gingivitis ( 1 drop in mouth wash), sore throat, cough, toenail fungus, athlete’s foot, thrush,colds, wasting digestive diseases, ulcers, diarrhea, gas, loss of appetite, balancing sexual appetite.
Mental/Emotional Uses: Soothing, comforting, an emotional balm
Other Uses: Spiritual and ritual use, meditation, symbolic of wealth, perfumery
Blends Well With: Resins, roots, woods, citrus, flowers,
Possible Substitutions: Benzoin
References:
http://www.gritman.com/myrrh-essential-oil.html
https://www.anniesremedy.com/commiphora-myrrha.php
Graf, Katherine:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Master Level, 2001-2012.
Happy MLK Day
“I can never be what I ought to be, until you are what you ought to be” -MLK
We are in this together -AromaAngie
Essential Oil Profile: Eucalyptus Radiata
Latin Name: Eucalyptus radiata
Family: Myrtaceae
Plant Part: Leaves, sometimes young twigs
Method: Distilled
Note: Note: Top/Middle
Major Constituents: 1,8-Cineole, terpene
Type: Stimulating, warming
ayurvedic dosha: Kapha
Scent: Slightly camphorous, sweet , fruit, woody back note, herbaceous
For Skin Type: Oily
Cautions: Not during pregnancy, Not for children under 10 years. Avoid with high blood pressure.
Physical Uses: Muscle aches, joints stiffness, sore throats, inflammation, colds, flu, infections, dandruff, immune support,hoarseness, scratchy throat, sniffles.
Mental/Emotional Uses: Nervous tensions, stress, anxiety, mild depression, mental fatigue.
Other Uses: Clears and balances energy centers, insect bites.
Blends Well With: Chamomile Roman and German, Black Pepper, Ginger and Marjoram Sweet.
Possible Substitutions:
References:
Lawless, Julia,The Complete Illustrated Guide to Aromatherapy: Great Britan: Element Books limited, 1997.
Price, Shirley, aromatherapy workbook: Understanding essential oils from plant to bottle: London: Harper-Collins,1993.
Schnaubelt, Kurt, Advanced Aromatherapy: The Science Of Essential Oil Therapy, Vermont: Healing Arts Press, 1995
https://essentialthree.com/blog/?p=1754
https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/eucalyptus-radiata-oil.asp
http://www.quinessence.com/blog/eucalyptus-radiata-essential-oil
Essential Oil Profile: Elemi
Endangered or Declining
Latin Name: Canarium luzonicum
Family: Burseraceae
Plant Part: Resin
Method: Distillation
Note/Element: Note: Base, Middle/ Element: Metal
Functional Group: Sesquiterpene, Terpene, Alcohol, Phenol
Type: Uplifting, Balancing, Drying
Ayurvedic Dosha: Vata, Kapha
Scent: Fresh, Spicy, Lemony, Exotic, Peppery
For Skin Type: Mature
Cautions: Not during pregnancy
Physical Uses: Congestion, colds, dry coughs, dry throat, cough with mucous, weepy cuts, fine lines & wrinkles, great for mature skin, overexerted muscles.
Mental/Emotional Uses: Stress, Depression, exhaustion, soothes emotional wounds. Heals body, mind & spirit, meditation oil.
Other Uses: Perfumery fixative.
Blends Well With: Flower, Spice, Fruit, Resin, Root, Seed Oils.
References:
http://www.floracopeia.com/Essential-Oils/essential-oils-sub/elemi-essential-oil.html
https://www.aromaweb.com/essential-oils/elemi-oil.asp
Katherine Graf:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Master Level, 2001-2011.
http://essentialoils.co.za/essential-oils/elemi.htm
http://www.your-aromatherapy-guide.com/elemi-essential-oil.html
Happy Earth Day!
Essential Oil Profile: Cypress
Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens)
Latin Name: Cupressus sempervirens
Family: Cupressaceae
Plant Part: Twigs & Needles
Method: Distillation
Note/Element: Note: Middle. element: Water, Metal
Functional Groups: Alcohol, Aldehyde, Ester, Terpene
Type: Relaxing
Ayurvedic Dosha (Balances): Vata, Kapha
Scent: Woody, smoky
For skin Type: Oily
Cautions: Not during pregnancy, Avoid w/ estrogen dependent conditions such as endometriosis, cysts and cancers. Not to use if have high blood pressure.
Physical Uses: Hemorrhoids, perspiration, varicose veins, cellulite, sore muscles, colds, coughs, menstrual and menopausal problems, heavy menstrual flow, bleeding gums, paper cuts.
Mental/Emotional Uses: Strengthening, grounding, grief, stress and tension.
Other Uses: Deodorant, perfumery, styptic
Blends Well With: Needle/Cone, Peel, Seed, Spice, Wood Oils.
Possible Substitutions: Blue Cypress
References:
Lawless, Julia, The Complete Illustrated Guide to Aromatherapy, Shaftesbury, Dorset, Element Books, 1997.
Katherine Graf:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Foundation Level, 2001-2011.
http://oilhealthbenefits.com/cypress-essential-oil/
http://www.anniesremedy.com/chart_remedy.php?rem_ID=26
http://aromaweb.com/essential-oils/cypress-oil.asp
https://draxe.com/cypress-essential-oil/
Holiday Bliss
Stress Blend
Clary Sage and Friends a Great Blend to Diffuse
Stress Recipe:
3 drops clary sage
3 drops lavender
2 drops ylang ylang
1drop marjoram