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Oil
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Method
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Benefits
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Symptoms
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Contra-Indications
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Basil - an uplifting oil which is extremely
effective for mental fatigue.
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Vaporize
Compress
|
Mind and Emotions
Anti-spasmodic
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Colic, indigestion, migraine, whooping cough
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Do not use in the first three months of pregnancy
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Bergamot - helps relieve anxiety, depression
or nervous tension.
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Versatile
Fragrance
Vaporize
Inhalant
|
Mind and Emotions
Stimulates appetite
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Stress, anxiety, skin disorders (e.g. eczema,
dermatitis etc.)
|
Do not use in the presence of extreme ultra-violet
light
|
|
Cedarwood - One f the oldest know oils. Releases
chronic anxiety and stress.
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Vaporize
Inhale
|
Mind and Emotions
Restorative
Chest complaints and bronchitis
|
Hair loss, dermatitis, eczema, dandruff, psoriasis
|
None
|
|
Camomile (Roman) - Calming and soothing effects
on the body and emotions. Balancing female.
|
Massage
Skin
Culinary
|
Mind and Emotions
Relieves irritation
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Anemia, PMT, Rheumatism
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None
|
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Camomile (German)
Calming, brings comfort.
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Massage
Culinary
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Calming, sedating
Anti-inflammatory
Sleep inducing
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Bursitis, anti-inflammatory, dermatitis, abscesses
and minor burns
|
None
|
|
Clary Sage - Euphoric oil. Helps relieve stress
and depression.
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Compress
Massage
|
Sedating
Anti-inflammatory
Sleep inducing
|
Abdominal cramps, PMT, depression and sore
throat
|
None
|
|
Cypress - helps to disperse tension and excess
fluid.
|
Massage
|
Relieves anxiety
Tonifying
Astringent
|
Coughs and colds, oily skin. Use in mens'
toiletries
|
None
|
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Eucalyptus - cleansing effect on the body
and the mind.
|
Massage
Compress
Vaporize
Inhalant
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Cleansing
Deodorizing
Antibacterial
Antiviral
|
Respiratory, sinusitis, high temperatures,
coughs and colds, flu
|
None
|
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Fennel - aids in digestion. An alternative
to peppermint.
|
Compress
|
Calming
Warming
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Digestive problems, obesity, nausea, constipation
|
Large doses can excite the central nervous
system
|
|
Frankincense - aid for meditation, fortifies
and comforts the spirit
|
Tonic
Resins for burning
|
Rejuvenating
Calming
|
Heals old wounds, rejuvenates the skin, fear,
nervous conditions
|
None
|
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Geranium - helps balance moods
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Massage,
Vaporize
|
Balancing highs and lows, regulates body functions
|
PMT, stress, depression, shingles, nervous
tension
|
Not to be used on inflamed or red skin
|
|
Juniper - clear away unwanted emotions
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Massage
Vaporize
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Purifying, reduces weepy emotion, clearing
|
Arthritis, rheumatism, bruising, urinary infections,
unwanted emotions
|
None
|
|
Lavender - the most popular and versatile
of all the oils
|
Massage Vaporize
Inhaled
Fragrance
|
Gentle, nurturing and calming, good for relaxing,
antibacterial, cell stimulating
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Irritability, hysteria, minor skin irritations
and bites
|
None
|
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Lemon - refreshing and uplifting fragrance
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Massage
Vaporize
Neat
|
Refreshing, uplifting, astringent for skin
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Increases mental alertness, stimulates and
clears the lungs, depression, and mental fatigue
|
Photo-toxic, not to be used in the presence
of strong ultra-violet light
|
|
Lemongrass - cleansing and toning for the
entire body
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Massage
Vaporize
|
Nerve tonic, cleansing and detoxifying for
the skin
|
Anxiety, muscle aches and pains, joint stiffness,
nervous tension
|
None
|
|
Majoram - lessens physical and emotional responses
|
Massage
Warm bath
|
Anti-aphrodisiac, deeply sedating, relaxes
muscles
|
Grief, sprains and strains, insomnia, high
blood pressure
|
Not to be used in the skin for massage during
the first 3 months of pregnancy, not for those with low blood
pressure
|
|
Myrrh - promoting courage and support
|
Massage
Diluted
Vaporize
|
Inspirational, empowering for life direction,
inflammation and ulcers
|
Respiratory problems, ulcers of the mouth,
bronchitis, wounds
|
None
|
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Neroli - aids in stressful situations
|
Massage
Vaporize
|
Calming, sensual, reduces states of anxiety
|
Anxiety, depression or nervous tension, hormonal
disturbances
|
None
|
|
Orange - energetic refreshing fragrance promotes
joy
|
Vaporize
Massage
Fragrances
|
Joyful communication, exuberance, uplifting,
mood elevating
|
Depression, anxiety, nervous conditions, hysteria,
extreme sadness
|
Not to be worn topically in the presence of
ultra-violet light
|
|
Patchouli - relieves anxiety and despondent
moods
|
Vaporize
Massage
Neat
Fragrances
|
Releases depression and uplifts moods, gentle
antiseptic, soothing to irritated skin
|
Depression, open wounds, tinea, dermatitis,
dry skin, acne
|
None
|
|
Pine - oil for inspiration
|
Vaporize
Massage
|
Refreshing, clearing, stimulating effect on
circulation
|
Respiratory problems, poor circulation, chest
infections, rheumatism
|
None
|
|
Peppermint - stimulates and awakens the mind
and body
|
Vaporize
Massage
Inhale
Internal
|
Energizing, stimulating, aids in digestion,
cooling, astringent
|
The classic stomach remedy, anti-spasmodic,
astringent, cooling
|
None
|
|
Rose Otto - the queen of oils with nurturing
qualities
|
Vaporize
Massage
|
Balancing, rejuvenating, comforting, problems
unique to women, nurturing, liver balancing
|
For broken hearts, depression, anxiety, hormonal
imbalance, hangovers, dry skin,
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None
|
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Rosemary - remembrance and awakening
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Vaporize, massage
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Memory activator, stimulating, enlivening
|
Poor circulation, lethargy, drowsiness, back
pain, obesity, muscle aches
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To be used with caution for those with epilepsy
|
|
Sage - cleansing the mind and body
|
Vaporize
Deodorant
Massage
|
Cleansing thoughts, stimulating and clearing
bad energy from a space
|
Kidney dysfunction, bacterial infections,
sprains, negative thoughts about others or self
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None
|
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Sandalwood - brings courage and releases fears
|
Vaporize
Massage
Fragrances
|
Strengthening, helps stabilize through life
changes, aphrodisiac
|
Irrational fears, stressful situation, sore
throat, depression, loss of courage, disinfectant, anti-bacterial
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None
|
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Tea Tree - active against bacteria, viruses
and fungi
|
Massage
Vaporize
Inhalant
Neat
|
Tonifying, antiseptic, antifungal, antiviral
|
Herpes simplex, cysts, sinusitis, minor cuts
and abrasions, fungal infections
|
Keep away from eyes, keep away from small
children, use sparingly
|
|
Thyme - to stimulate the body's natural defense
system
|
Massage
Bath
Diluted neat
Culinary
|
To draw opportunities and abundance, relaxing
regenerating, soothing
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Bacterial infections, toxic conditions, chest
complaints, general deteriorated health
|
Mucous membrane irritant, do not use during
pregnancy, avoid contact with the mouth and genital areas
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Vetiver - promotes strength and absorption
of the body
|
Massage
Bath
Diluted neat
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To draw opportunities and abundance, relaxing
regenerating, soothing
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Indigestion, long term stress, anger, premature
aging,
|
None
|
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Ylang Ylang - settles rapid heartbeat , uplifts
the spirit, dispels anger
|
Massage
Vaporize
Fragrance
|
Sensual and uplifting, soothing, exotic, aphrodisiac,
balancing
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Tachycardia, hypertension, depression, anxiety,
oily skin
|
Do not apply to inflamed skin, can cause headiness
in large doses
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