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Some Common Essential Oils and Their Properties

Some Common Essential Oils and Their Properties
BERGAMOT Balancing. Used to lift depression.

CEDARWOOD Antaseptic, astringent, expectorant, sedative. Used to
balance the function of sweat glands, ease bronchial problems and to
control mold & mildew.

CHAMOMILE Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic. Used for
headaches, in warm baths, added to hair rinses, and in massage oils.

CLARY SAGE Popular antidepressant, anti-anxiety, anti-inflammatory,
antispasmodic and aphrodisiac. Used in skin and hair products and to
counter insomnia. (Avoid in early months of pregnancy.)

CYPRESS Astringent, antiseptic, antispasmodic. Used to repell fleas,
reduce coughing, and for excessive perspiration.

EUCALYPTUS Antiseptic, antiviral, decongestant, disinfectant,
expectorant. Has a balancing, normalizing effect. Used to reduce
fever, ease sore muscles, repell insects, treat bites and stings.

GERANIUM Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, sedative, expectorant. Used
for bronchitis, cleansing and purifying the environment, promotes
cell regeneration.

HYSSOP Aniseptic, tonic. Used for cleansing and detoxifying,
stimulating respiratory system, and clearing congestion from lungs.
(Avoid if you have any type of seizure disorder.)

JASMINE Antidepressant, antiseptic, and sedative. Used for anxiety,
emotional imabalance, frigidity and impotence. Good for the skin and
scalp.

JUNIPER Antiseptic, detoxifier, diuretic, and internal cleanser.
Used to rid the system of toxins and parasities, reduce spasms, and
cellulite. (Not for use during pregnancy. or if you have kidney
problems.)

LAVENDER Antiseptic. Used to calm and normalize the body, improve
immune system, fight bacteria and fungul infection, ease depression,
and reduce inflammation. Also useful in treating acne, burns,
eczema, sleep disorders, and stress.

PATCHOULI Antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic,
aphrodisiac, antifungal. A popular scent used in personal fragrances
and bathy and body products.

PEPPERMINT Antiseptic, antispasmodic, mental stimulant. Used to
treat hadaches, congestion, fatigue, fever, indigestion, sore
muscles, sinus and stomach problems. Popular in bath and oral care
products.

PINE Antiseptic, antiviral, expectorant, restorative and stimulant.

ROSE Antidepressant, antiseptic, astringent, mild sedative. Used for
female complaints, impotence, insomnia, and nervous tension. Popu;ar
in skin care products.

ROSEMARY Analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent. Used for
cellulite, enhancing circulation, dandruff, hair loss, memory
problems, headache, and muscle soreness.

ROSEWOOD Antiseptic, regenerative. Used for anxiety, cellular
regeneration, depression, headaches, nausea, PMS, and tension.

SANDALWOOD antidepressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac. Used for
bronchitis, nervosness, dry skin, and for soothing the mind.

THYME Antiseptic, antispasmodic, expectorant. Added to bath for a
calming effect, and to ease congestion.

YARROW anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic. Used to lower blood
pressure and improve digestion. Has similar functions as chamomile.

YLANG YLANG Antidepressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, sedative. Used
to lift mood, ease anxiety, normalize heartbeat, and lower blood
pressure.

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