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Aromatherapy uses

The following information is from various sources and should not be taken as a therapeutic claim.001

Basil

Ocimum Basilicum

Use for:- bronchitis, colds, migraine and other aches and pains

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

Return Mandarin

Citrus reticulata

Use for insomnia, nervousness, digestive weakness and as a tonic and tranquilliser.
Bergamot

Citrus Bergamia

For coughs, stress and as an anti-depressant.      
Camphor

Cinnamomum Camphora

Helps with coughs, colds,rheumatism and arthritis.  

 

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Marjoram

Origanum Marjorana

For muscular problems, rheumatism, anxiety, asthma, bronchitis, and circulatory disorders.

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

Cedarwood

Cedrus Atlantica

Aids with arthritis, bronchitis, catarrh, acne and as a diuretic.

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

  Myrrh

Commiphora Myrrha

For wounds, coughs, bronchitis, fungal infections and as an astringent.

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

Chamomile Roman

Athemis Nobilis

Helps with migraine, nerves, menstrual problems,inflammation and dermatitis.   Niaouli

Melaleuca Viridiflora

For wounds, infections,sore throats,respiratory problems, acne and as an antiseptic.
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Pogostemon Patchouli

Helps with skin inflammation, infections, acne eczema, and as an antiseptic and diuretic.
Citronella

Cymbopogon Nardus

An insecticide (deters flies), deodorant, tonic and stimulant

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

 

 

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Pepper Black

Piper Nigrum

For colds, aches & pains, influenza and rheumatism.
      Peppermint

Mentha Piperata

For help with arthritis, nausea, indigestion, migraine, and as a stimulant.

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

Clove

Eugenia Caryophyllata

Aids with nausea, flatulence, bronchitis, arthritis, rheumatism, toothache, diarrhoea and is an antiseptic and analgesic.

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

  Petitgrain

Citrus Aurantium

For insomnia, depression, and as an antiseptic.
Cypress

Cupressus Sempervirens

For menopausal problems, circulatory conditions, rheumatism, colds, nervous tensin, haemorrhoids, wounds and as an astringent.

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY

 

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Pine

Pinus Pumilionis

For muscular aches & pains, respiratory problems, circulation problems, colds and catarrh.
      Red Thyme

Thymus Vulgaris

A very strong antiseptic used for bacterial & urinary infections, sores, wounds and to raise immunity.

DO NOT USE IF SUFFERING FROM HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE.

 DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

Frankincense

Boswellia Thurifera

Has rejuvenating properties, is calming, used for stress, nervous conditions and tension.   Rose (10%dil)

Rosa

Helps in anxiety and depression as an antiseptic and tonic.

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

     

 

 

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Rosemary

Rosmarinus Officinalis

Helps with rheumatism, skin infections, pains, sprains, and as a nerve tonic is a stimulant and analgesic.

DO NOT USE IF SUFFERING FROM HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE.

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

 

Ginger

Zingiber Officinale

For rheumatism, muscular aches & pains, colds, nausea, diarrhoea and digestive disorders.   Rosewood

Ocotea Caudata

Deodorising, refreshing and fragrant.
Grapefruit

Citrus Paradisi

As a tonic, for obesity, migraine, depression also can be an aid in drug withdrawal.      
Jasmine (10%dil)

Jasminum Officinale

Helps with nervous tension, depression, menstrual problems, lethargy and is a relaxant.   Sandalwood

Santalum Album

An inhalant for congestion, is fungicidal to help with skin infections.
Juniper

Juniperus Communis

Can help with obesity, rheumatism, acne, ulcers, urinary infections and as a diuretic.

DO NOT USE DURING PREGNANCY.

 

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Tangerine

Citrus Reticulata

A pick-me-up.
Lavender

Lavendula Angustifolia

The most popular oil, is relatively safe to use, is antiseptic and pain relieving, and has a wide variety of other uses. Burns, nausea, nervous tension, hysteria, migraine, cuts, wounds, dermatitis, sores, ulcers, acne, rheumatism, arthritis, is relaxing and even has a pleasant scent.   Tea Tree

Melaleuca Alternifolia

Every first aid kit should have some it has antiseptic and anti-fungal properties.
Lemon

Citrus Limonum

For sore throats, nervous conditions, debility, anxiety, as a tonic, astringent and antiseptic.   Vetivert

Vetiveria Zizanioides

A relaxant used for nervousness, insomnia, rheumatism, is antiseptic.
Lemon Grass

Cymbopogon Citratus

For headaches, respiratory problems, as a tonic, is antiseptic, and an insect repellant.   Ylang Ylang

Cananga Odorata

For palpitations, anxiety, depression, as a sedative and general tonic.
Lime

Citrus Aurantifolia

For rheumatism, headaches, anorexia, alcoholism, depression, anxiety and as an astringent and tonic. 007 Orange

Citrus Sinensis

Sedative and a mild anti depressant.

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Evening Primrose pressed from the seed of Evening Primrose. Used to help eczema, psoriasis, and other inflammatory skin conditions. Soothing healing for damaged skin. Use 10% in blends.