Essential Oils
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Benzoin Essential Oil (Styrax benzoin) 10ml
Cedarwood Essential Oil (Juniperus mexicana) 10ml
This variety of Cedarwood oil comes from Texas and is native to south Western USA, Mexico and Central America. It has a dry, woody smell. When inhaled it has a composing effect. Its most profound quality is the effect that it has on the respiratory system; its expectorant qualities dry up phlegm, clear the chest and the respiratory tract. It is therefore excellent when used for asthma, bronchitis or catarrh. In these cases it can be useful both in an oil burner or part of a massage oil blend. Cedarwood oil is also known to be good for nervous tension, stress and has a composing effect on scattered thoughts. Cedarwood can also help bring the body back into balance. It is said to be more effective with longstanding health problems and can be extremely useful in cases of painful arthritis and rheumatism. Cedarwood is excellent for oily skin and dandruff due to its astringent and antiseptic properties and can also help dermatitis and psoriasis. A blend of Cedarwood, Cypress and Frankincense can soften the skin. Cedarwood blends with Benzoin, Lemon, Frankincense, Cypress, Jasmine, Juniper, Patchouli, Vertiver, Sandalwood and Rosemary. Safety Precautions: Avoid in pregnancy, use in smaller quantities.
Cedarwood Essential Oil (Juniperus mexicana) 25ml
This variety of Cedarwood oil comes from Texas and is native to south Western USA, Mexico and Central America. It has a dry, woody smell. When inhaled it has a composing effect. Its most profound quality is the effect that it has on the respiratory system; its expectorant qualities dry up phlegm, clear the chest and the respiratory tract. It is therefore excellent when used for asthma, bronchitis or catarrh. In these cases it can be useful both in an oil burner or part of a massage oil blend. Cedarwood oil is also known to be good for nervous tension, stress and has a composing effect on scattered thoughts. Cedarwood can also help bring the body back into balance. It is said to be more effective with longstanding health problems and can be extremely useful in cases of painful arthritis and rheumatism. Cedarwood is excellent for oily skin and dandruff due to its astringent and antiseptic properties and can also help dermatitis and psoriasis. A blend of Cedarwood, Cypress and Frankincense can soften the skin. Cedarwood blends with Benzoin, Lemon, Frankincense, Cypress, Jasmine, Juniper, Patchouli, Vertiver, Sandalwood and Rosemary. Safety Precautions: Avoid in pregnancy, use in smaller quantities.
Eucalyptus Essential Oil (Eucalyptus globulus) 10ml
Lavender Essential Oil (Lavendula augustifolia) 10ml
Lavender is very versatile. It has many different uses, and is a very useful addition to a first aid kit. It can be used for the following physical conditions: - acne, arthritis, bites, blisters, bruises, BURNS, chilblains, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, headache tension or migraine, insect bites, insomnia, swollen joints, nausea, PMT, sprains, stings, sunburn, and many others. It can be useful in a burner/massage blend/a couple of drops on your pillow or pulse for the following psychological conditions: - fear, hysteria, hyperactivity, irritability, mood swings, nerves, restlessness, panic attacks, stress and worry. Safety Precautions: Lavender should NOT be used in the first and second trimesters of pregnancy, or if you have very Low Blood Pressure. Lavender is the ONLY essential oil that can be used neat on the skin, but must be used in small quantities.
Lemon Essential Oil (Citrus limon) 10ml
Lemon (Citrus limon)
Lemon is a refreshing oil that helps brings life to the most sluggish of systems. Well known for it’s antiseptic qualities; it is known for banishing warts, verucae and treating insect bites. The essential oil is produced from the rind of the fruit. Lemon has a tonic effect on the circulatory system, heart and blood; it can be used to ease varicose veins and can also lower high blood pressure. An excellent oil for muscular aches and pains, mental clarity, colds, sore throats, oily skin and hair, warts, wrinkles, fluid retention and cellulite. It is refreshing and cooling when feeling hot and bothered and can be very useful when studying or when concentration is needed as Lemon provides clarity of thought. Safety precautions: Not to be used prior to going out in the sun due to possible photosensitivity, also may irritate sensitive skin. If you have extremely low blood pressure it is advisable not to use this oil. Not to be used within 4 – 6 hours of going to bed.
Orange Essential Oil (Citrus sinensis) 10ml
Tea Tree Essential Oil (Melaleuca alternifolia) 10ml
Antiseptic, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal, tea tree oil can be used for a number of medicinal purposes. It can be used to treat acne, candida, nappy rash, thrush, verucae and many other common ailments. It is an ideal natural substance to include in any first aid kit. It is a powerful immune system stimulant. Tea Tree blends well with Cypress, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Orange, Rosemary and many more. Safety Precautions: May irritate sensitive skin. Best used in small quantities.