skin care – AromaAngie

Tea Tree

Latin Name: Melaleuca alternifolia

Family: Myrtaceae

Plant Part: Leaf

Method: Distillation

Note/Element: Note: Top Element: Metal

Functional Groups: Alcohol, oxide, sesquiterpene, terpene

Type: Stimulating

Ayurvedic Doshas: Pitta, Kapha

Scent: Bracing, medicinal, penetrating, fresh, woody, earthy.

For Skin type: Oily, acne

Cautions: Possible skin sensitivity

Physical Uses: Acne, nail care, yeast, infection, colds, flu, cough, fever, gum, disease, mucus, systitis, athlete’s foot, cuts, herpes, blemishers, insect bites, rash, wart, immune stimulant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal,lice,ringworm, dandruff.

Mental/Emotional Uses: Stimulating, purifying, nervous wxhaustion, energizing

Other Uses: Room disinfectant, revitalizing, daytime treatment while ill, scalp tonic

Blends Well With: Leaf, Needle

Reference:

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

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

https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-113/tea-tree-oil

Rose

Latin Name:Rosa centifolia, Rosa damascena

Family: Rosaceae

Plant Part: Flower

Method: Distillation (rose Otto), Solvent extraction (absolute).

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

Functional Groups: Alcohol, ester, oxide

Type: Euphoric, Balancing

Scent: Floral, sweet, heady

Ayurvedic Dosha: Vata, Pitta

For Skin Type: Mostly All (normal, dry, sensitive, mature)

Cautions: Not during pregnancy

Physical Uses: Skin care, wrinkles, cold sores, herpes, rash, heart palpitations, menstrual and menopausal problems, hot flashes, circulation, labor.

Mental/Emotional Uses: Stress, anxiety, tension, PMS, hearbreak, grief, self-esteem, depression, jealousy, nurturing, unconditional love, self-acceptance.

Other Uses: Perfumery, aphrodisiac, love rituals, children

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