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Balsam, Peru
Myroxylon balsamum var. pereiraePale amber to brownish viscous
liquid with a sweet, rich, balsamic, vanilla-like scent. Blends well with patchouli, rose,
sandalwood, ylang ylang, and floral, oriental or spice blends. Use for asthma, eczema,
rashes, wounds and stress. Warming and comforting. Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic,
expectorant, fixative, parasiticide, stimulant. (A, S) (SE) #eo-ba |
El Salvador
SD, EO
FCC |
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Bay, Rum Tree
Pimenta racemosaFrom the West
Indian bay rum tree. A dark yellow liquid with a sweet-balsamic scent and fresh,
spicy overtone. Blends well with lavender, rosemary, geranium, ylang ylang
and spice oils. Analgesic, antiseptic, astringent, stimulant. Good for
scalp stimulation and muscular aches and pains. (A, S) #eo-br |
West Indies
SD, EO
FCC |
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Black Pepper
Piper NigrumA warming, pungent
oil obtained from the dried and crushed peppercorns. A white to pale olive
liquid with a dry, woody, spicy scent. Blends well with frankincense,
lavender, rosemary, sandalwood and spice. Analgesic, antimicrobial,
antiseptic, antispasmodic. antitoxic, aphrodisiac, bactericidal, rubefacient,
stimulant, tonic. Used for medicinal and culinary purposes. Good for
muscular aches and stiffness. Use in moderation. #eo-bp |
India
SD, EO
FCC |
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Cajeput
Melaleuca cajeputiA pale yellow-green
oil from the fresh leaves and and twigs. Has a medicinally camphoraceous
scent similar to eucalyptus with a slightly fruity undertone. Known for
producing a warming sensation and quickening the pulse. Antimicrobial,
antispasmodic, antiseptic, insecticide, tonic. Used for colds and muscular
aches. (A) #eo-cj |
Vietnam
SD, EO |
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Camphor, White
Cinnamomum camphoraThis colorless to pale liquid by
steam distillation has a sharp, pungent camphoraceous scent. Use for acne, inflammation,
insect prevention, muscular aches and pains, oily skin, rheumatism and shock.
Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, bactericidal, and stimulant. Stimulates breathing and
heartbeat. Use with care. Not to be confused with brown and yellow camphor which is toxic.
(A,S) #eo-cm |
China
SD, EO |
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Cederwood, Atlas
Cedrus atlanticaThis yellowish to amber
viscous oil has a warm camphoraceous top note with a warm, woodsy-balsamic, sweet
undertone. Blends well with clary sage, jasmine, neroli, rosemary, rosewood, vetiver,
ylang ylang, and floral or oriental blends. Use for acne, arthritis, dandruff, eczema,
fungal infections, hair loss, insect repellent, oily skin, perspiration, poor circulation,
stress, and wounds. Antiseptic, antiseborrheic, aphrodisiac, astringent, fixative,
fungicidal. Useful for men's fragrances. Strengthens hair growth and detoxifies scalp and
hair roots. Calming, warming strengthening and rejuvenating. (A, S) (PR) #eo-ca |
North Africa
SD, EO |
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Chamomile, Roman
Anthemis nobilisThis small perennial
apple scented herb produces a pale liquid with a warm, sweet, fruity-herbaceous scent.
Blends well with geranium, jasmine, lavender, neroli, and rose. Use for acne, arthritis,
eczema, hair care, inflammations, insect bites, insomnia, headache, muscular pain, rashes,
sensitive skin, toothache and wounds. Analgesic, antiseptic, bactericidal, nerve sedative.
(A, S, F) (SE) #eo-cr |
USA, Oregon
SD, EO |
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Cinnamon, Leaf
Cinnamomum zeylanicumA yellow to brownish liquid from
steam distillation with a slightly harsh, warm, spicy base note. Blends well with
mandarin, orange, ylang ylang and oriental blends. Use for gum and tooth care, lice, poor
circulation, rheumatism, scabies, warts, and wasp stings. Antimicrobial, antiseptic,
parasiticide, stimulant. Strong antiseptic and astringent properties. Use with care. Not
to be confused with cinnamon bark oil, which should not be used. (A, S, F) (PR, SE, TO)
#eo-cl |
Ceylon
SD, EO
FCC |
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Clary Sage
Salvia sclareaColorless to pale yellowish-green
liquid by steam distillation of the leaves and tops and has a middle note, sweet,
herbaceous, nutty scent. Blends well with cedarwood, coriander, frankincense, geranium,
jasmine, juniper, lavender, sandalwood and citrus oils. Use for asthma, acne, boils,
dandruff, deodorant, depression, fixative, frigidity, hair loss, hot flashes, skin
inflammation, oily hair and skin, migraine, muscular aches, stress and wrinkles.
Antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent,
bactericidal, seborrhea regulator. There are many Salvia species, with Clary Sage
generally preferred in aromatherapy over common sage, S. officinalis. Balancing and
revitalizing. (A,S,F) (EP, PR) #eo-cs |
USA
SD, EO |
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Clove, Bud
Eugenia caryophyllataPale yellow liquid by
distillation of the buds has a spicy-sweet base note with a fresh, fruity top note. Use
for acne, arthritis, athlete's foot, burns, cuts, insect repellent, and toothaches.
Antibiotic, antiseptic, antiviral, expectorant, stimulant. Stimulates the brain.
Traditional antispasmodic toothache remedy. Use only the bud oil, not the stem or leaf
oils. Use with care. (A, S, F) (PR, SE, TO) #eo-cb |
Madagascar
SD, EO
FCC |
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Cypress
Cupressus sempervirensThis tall evergreen tree produces
a pale yellow to greenish-olive mobile liquid with a base note smoky, sweet-balsamic
tenacious odor. Blends will with cedarwood, clary sage, lavender, lemon, mandarin, orange,
pine and sandalwood, among others. Use for acne, asthma, dandruff, hemorrhoids, insect
repellent, oily skin, perspiration, poor circulation, rheumatism, stress and wounds.
Balances female harmone system. Antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent,
deodorant. (A, S) #eo-cy |
France
SD, EO |
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Eucalyptus,
Australia
Eucalyptus globulusKnown as Blue Gum
Eucalyptus, it produces a colorless, to yellowish upon aging, mobile liquid by steam
distillation. Blends well with cedarwood, lemon, lavender, pine and rosemary. Use for
arthritis, blisters, burns, chest rub, cuts, dandruff, deodorant, herpes, insect bites and
repellents, lice, muscular aches and pains, skin infections and wounds. Uplifting.
Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and cooling. Analgesic, antirheumatic, antiseptic,
antispasmodic, antiviral, parasiticide. Refreshing, stimulating and increases oxygen
supply for concentration. There are many other varieties of Eucalyptus. Use externally.
(A, S) (SE, TO) #eo-ea |
Australia
SD, EO |
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Frankincense
Boswellia carteriThis small tree or shrub
provides a pale yellow or greenish liquid by steam distillation with a fresh, terpeny top
note and rich, sweet balsamic undertone. Blends well with camphor, geranium, neroli,
orange, pine and sandalwood, among others. Good for blemishes, dry and mature skin, scars,
wounds and wrinkles. Facial toner. Focusing for meditation. Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic,
astringent. (A, S) #eo-fr |
UAE
SD, EO |
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Geranium,
(Bourbon) Rose
Pelargonium graveolens
Yellowish to greenish-olive liquid by steam distillation has a middle
note, floral, rose-like scent. Blends well with clove, jasmine, lavender,
patchouli, and citrus oils. Use for acne, burns, eczema, hemorrhoids,
inflamed and irritated skin, lice, mature skin, mosquito repellent, oily
skin, ringworm, stress and wounds. Is relaxing, balancing and uplifting.
Helps repel insects when used in aroma lamps. Anti-inflammatory,
astringent, deodorant, fungicidal. (A, S, F) #eo-gr |
Madagascar
SD, EO |
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Ginger
Zingiber officinaleObtained from the dried rhizomes,
this yellow to greenish-amber liquid by steam distillation has a spicy, warm, woodsy
scent. Blends well with cedarwood, frankincense, neroli, patchouli, rose, rosewood,
sandalwood, vetiver and citrus oils. Use for arthritis, muscular aches, nervousness, poor
circulation and strains. Anti-oxidant, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, aphrodisiac,
bactericidal, expectorant, stimulant. (A, S, F) (PO, SE) #eo-gi |
China
SD, EO
FCC |
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Lavender, True
Lavandula officinalisThe
flower tops of this evergreen woody shrub produces a colorless to pale
yellow liquid by steam distillation with a middle note, sweet,
floral-herbaceous scent with a balsamic-woody undertone. Blends will with
most oils, especially floral and citrus, cedarwood, clary sage, pine,
geranium, patchouli and vetiver. The absolute is a dark green viscous
liquid with an extremely sweet herbaceous, and slightly floral scent. Use
for acne, athlete's foot, burns, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, headaches,
inflammations, insect bites and stings, insect repellent, lice, psoriasis,
ringworm, skin and hair conditioner, sunburn, wounds and stress. All skin
types. Calming and balancing. Analgesic, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory
antimicrobial, antirheumatic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, astringent,
insecticide, moisturizing, parasiticide, muscle relaxant, sedative and
tension. Excellent multi-purpose oil. There are many different lavender
species. Stimulates white blood cell formation, particularly good for acne
and as a skin rejuvenating oil. (A, S, F) #eo-lt |
Bulgaria
SD, EO |
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Lemon
Citrus limonPale greenish-yellow liquid is
cold expressed from the peel's outer skin and has a top note, light lemony-citrus scent,
high in vitamin C. Blends well with chamomile, geranium, eucalyptus, juniper, lavender,
neroli, rose, sandalwood, ylang ylang and citrus oils, among others. Use for acne,
arthritis, corns, cuts, greasy skin, insect bites, poor circulation and rheumatism. Useful
for skin and hair care, especially light hair, and re-establishes the pH balance of skin.
Antimicrobial, antirheumatic, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, insecticidal and
stimulant. Fresh, clean and clarifying. (A, S, F) (PO, SE) #eo-le |
USA,
California
EX, EO
FCC |
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Lemongrass
Cymbopogon citratusThis aromatic perennial grass
produces a yellowish to reddish-brown liquid with a top note, fresh grassy-lemon scent,
with an earthy undertone. Stimulating and refreshing. Use for acne, athlete's foot, insect
repellent, muscular pain and poor circulation, scabies and stress. Skin and hair care,
cleansing. Analgesic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antibacterial,
anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, deodorant, fungicidal and
insecticidal. Strengthens blood vessels, stimulates, and cools. (A, S, F) (SE)
#eo-lg |
Guatemala
SD, EO
FCC |
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Lime
Citrus aurantifoliaPale yellow to olive green oil
with a top note, fresh, sweet citrus-peel odor from cold expression, or sharp
fruity-citrus scent from steam distillation. Blends well with citronella, clary sage
lavender, neroli, rosemary, and other citrus oils. Use for acne, arthritis, corns, cuts,
deodorant, greasy skin, insect bites, poor circulation, rheumatism and warts. Tightens
skin. Antirheumatic, antiseptic, bactericidal. (A, S, F) (PO) #eo-li |
Mexico
EX, EO
FCC |
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Myrrh
Commiphora myrrhaPale yellow to amber liquid with
sweet-balsamic, slightly spicy-medicinal odor. Blends will with cypress, frankincense,
geranium, juniper, lavender, mandarin, patchouli, mints, pine, sandalwood and spices. Use
for arthritis, asthma, athlete's foot, chapped and cracked skin, eczema, fixative,
gingivitis, gum infections, halitosis, hemorrhoids, irritated skin, shingles, ringworm,
toothache, wounds and wrinkles. Anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic, astringent,
expectorant, fungicidal, revitalizing. (A, S) (PR) #eo-my |
UAE
SD, EO |
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Orange, Sweet
Citrus sinensisPale yellowish-orange mobile
liquid by cold expression of the outer skin, or a colorless to pale yellow mobile liquid
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