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| Eucalyptus
Oil (eucalyptus
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Eucalyptus
oil helps to clear the mind and focus concentration,
while reducing swelling in the mucus membranes. It is
very valuable in fighting respiratory problems, fighting
inflammation and sore muscles, rheumatism, headaches
and nervous exhaustion, while boosting wound and ulcer
healing and soothing skin eruptions. Eucalyptus is also
very useful as an air disinfectant. Burning the oil
helps to purify the air in sickrooms. Its anti inflammatory
properties are helpful when use as a massage oil to
relieve pains and aches associated with rheumatism and
arthritis. |
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Fennel
Oil (foeniculum
vulgare) |
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This
essential oil is used in aromatherapy to boost your
courage, resolve and strength in the face of adversity,
while helping a huge array of digestive problems, fighting
obesity, clearing an oily skin and fighting wrinkles.
Fennel oil is a remedy for digestive complaints such
as flatulence, constipation, colic, nausea, vomiting,
anorexia, dyspepsia and hiccups. It is also used in
cases of obesity, as it promotes that 'full feeling'
and has a diuretic effect that helps to disperse cellulite.Fennel
oil's greatest benefits lie in its easing of the digestive
system, helping with obesity and toning the skin. |
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Geranium
Oil (Pelargonium
graveolens) |
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This
uplifting oil has a great all-over balancing effect
on the mind and this uplifting property also extends
to the effect it has on the skin - where it helps to
create balance between oily and dry skin. It helps to
sort out emotions - where it helps to relieve feelings
of stress and anxiety, and also works on the adrenal
cortex, which has a balancing effect on the hormone
system.The strong smell is particularly good to ward
off mosquitoes and head lice. |
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Ginger
Oil (zingiber officinale) |
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Ginger oil is extracted from the plant
Zingiberaceae officinale of the Zingiberaceae
family. The oil is extracted by distillation from
the unpeeled or dried, ground - up rhizome
(root) of the plant. Oil can vary in color from
pale yellow to a darker amber color and the
viscosity also ranges from medium to watery.
Uses : Ginger oil is well suited to help ease colds and flu, nausea, motion
sickness, morning sickness, muscle aches and pains, as well as
poor circulation and arthritic pain. Its warming qualities are good to
use for feelings of loneliness and winter depression, and its
energizing properties make it a good aphrodisiac.
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Juniper
berry oil (juniperus communis) |
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Juniper
oil is a very valuable oil and can be used in cases
of nervous tension and anxiety, for the urinary tract,
for over-eating and obesity, for eliminating uric acid
and for skin care. The affinity to the urino-genital
tract was further shown when studies revealed that it
enhances glomerular filtration, thereby causing the
excretion of more amounts of potassium, sodium and chlorine
- especially helpful when the prostate gland is enlarged. |
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Lavender
Oil (lavendula angustifolia) |
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Lavender
oil is one of the most versatile oils and is handy to
have around the house, as it can be used for such a
variety of problems. It not only helps with nervous
conditions, it is useful for the digestive system, the
espiratory tract and skin problems, it also helps with
muscle aches and pains and arthritis and rheumatism.
It is very helpful in easing headaches by massaging
the oil on the temples and feet.It has a beneficial
effect on tension and anxiety. Lavender is very helpful
in dealing with minor burns and sunburn, and may also
be useful in treating psoriasis and eczema. |
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Lemon
grass (cymbopogan flexuosus) |
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Lemongrass oil is extracted from the plant
Cymbopogon flexuosus of the Poaceae family.
Oil is produced from the fresh or partly dried
leaves by steam distillation.
Uses : It is a fresh smelling oil that can be used with success for fighting
jet lag, cellulite, revitalizing a tired body and mind, as well as
keeping the family pet free of fleas and ticks. It also is used for
clearing up oily skin and acne, as well as athlete's foot.
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Lemon
oil (citrus limonum ) |
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Lemon
oil can be very beneficial to the circulatory system
and aids with blood flow, reducing blood pressure and
helping with nosebleeds. It can help bring down fever,
helps relieve throat infections, bronchitis, asthma
and flu. It boosts the immune system and cleanses the
body, improves the functions of the digestive system,
and it is helpful with constipation, dyspepsia and cellulite.
Lemon oil soothes and relieves headaches and migraines
and is helpful for rheumatism and arthritis. It is also
used for clearing acne, cleaning greasy skin and hair,
as well as removing dead skin cells, easing painful
cold sores, mouth ulcers, herpes and insect bites. |
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| Mace Oil (Myristica
fragrans ) |
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Mace oil is extracted from the plant Myristica
fragrans of myristicaceae family. The Oils is
distilled by dried arillus of the fruit of nutmeg.
Mace & Nutmeg have similar taste qualities,
nutmeg having a slightly sweeter and mace a
more delicate flavor.
Uses : Both Mace and Nutmeg help digestion in stomachic weakness,
but if used to excess may cause over-excitement.A flavouring
agent, stimulant and tonic. The oil has shown good anti -
inflammatory action, and is also successful in relieving pain,
especially muscular aches and pain, as well as rheumatism. |
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Marjoram
oil (origanum marjorana) |
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This
oil has value when used for asthma and other respiratory
complaints and has a calming action on emotions. It
helps hyperactive people calm down while boosting circulation.
It soothes the digestive system and helps with cramps,
indigestion, constipation and flatulence and has a beneficial
action on colds, sinusitis, bronchitis and asthma. As
a general relaxant, marjoram oil is used for headaches,
migraines and insomnia and although it can diminish
sexual desire, it is great for treating delayed, painful
or scanty monthly periods as well as menstrual cramps |
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Nutmeg
Oil (myristica fragrans) |
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Nutmeg oil is also extracted from Myristica
fragrans of the myristicaceae family and the
oil is distilled from the dried seeds. The oil is
colourless or light yellow and smells and
tastes of nutmeg.
Uses :This warming spicy essential oil is used in aroma therapy to fight
inflammations and muscle as well as rheumatic pain, while
assisting the digestive system and supporting the reproductive
system, and at the same time stimulating and invigorating the mind.
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