Introduction to Oils

Balsam fir Abies balsamea

Scent Sweet, vibrant, evergreen woodsy

Physical Properties: Antibacterial and has the ability to kill airborne germs

Emotional Properties: It opens emotional blocks and is grounding

  

Black Spruce Pica Mariana

Scent Fruity, fresh, coniferous, balsamic

Therapeutic Properties: Sedative, anti- inflammatory, antispasmodic, analgesic 

Emotional Properties: Calming, centering, releases emotional blocks, grounding, may increase positive emotions and the frequency of prosperity. 

 

Cedarwood ♡ Juniperus  virginiana
Scent ♢ Woodsy, sweet, balsamic
Therapeutic Properties: Astringent,  sedative, respiratory,  antiseptic , insecticide, anti-inflammatory
Emotional Properties: Helps ease nervous tension and anxiety, fortifies body and mind, grounding, supports confidence and endurance in challenging events.

 

Cinnamon Cinnamomum zeylanicum

Scent earthy, stimulating, peppery, bright, woodsy

Therapeutic Properties: Contraindicated in pregnancy, breastfeeding.  Extreme caution with children in low doses on skin.  Enhances circulation, improves digestion and appetite

Emotional Properties: Dispels anger, eases exhaustion, releases emotions linked to the past, clears and soothes the mind.

 

Cypress Cupressus sempervirens

Scent Fresh, piney, sweet, slightly citrus, balsamic 

Therapeutic Properties: Antibacterial, antispasmodic, calmative, antirheumatic

Can be very helpful for bronchial asthma or potential irritant.  Grounding and one of the best oils for Vata.

Emotional Properties: Calms excessive talking and over thinking, eases grief, trauma and major life transitions.

 

Frankincense Boswellia carterii

Scent Spicy, woody, slightly citrus, balsamic

Therapeutic Properties: Immunostimulant, analgesic, antioxidant, perhaps the most important aromatic incense ingredient since history began.  Helps with respiratory conditions such as asthma and musculoskeletal issues such as neck pain, headache and joint inflammation.

Emotional Properties: Calms the nervous system, quiets the mind enhancing reflection and introspection.  Encourages emotional healing and to be in the present.

 

Geranium Pelargonium x asperum

Scent Earthy, herbaceous, sharp rosy, foliage-green

Therapeutic Properties: Antibacterial, antidepressant, analgesic, to rapidly relieve the pain of post herpetic neuralgia from shingles, antispasmodic, and antifungal

Emotional Properties: Supports sense of security, stability and protection from disturbing energy.

 

Grapefruit Citrus paradisi

Scent Clean, fresh, citrus, tangy, zesty, 

Therapeutic Properties: Diuretic, liver support, antidepressant, immunostimulant

Emotional Properties: Uplifting, happy, energetic.  Perfect tonic for exhaustion.

 

Lavender Lavandula angustafolia

Scent Floral, woody, mild, herbal with citrus element

Therapeutic Properties: Antispasmodic, antibacterial, antifungal

Emotional Properties: Helps calm panic attacks, calms, soothes, balances, reduces fear

 

Lemon Citrus Limon

Scent Like being in a lemon grove

Therapeutic Properties: Antibacterial and antidepressant, antispasmodic

Emotional Properties: Invites happy, opening, uplifting energy, reduces tension and depression

 

Myrrh Commiphora myrrha

Scent Balsamic, spicy, medicinal note.  One of the gifts given to the Christ child from the Magi

Therapeutic Properties: Cicatrisant, anti-inflammatory, helps with cold damp conditions

Emotional Properties: Connects the physical and spiritual.  Its calming and grounding bringing tranquility.  Soothing to overthinkers and compulsive eaters.

 

Neroli Citrus aurantium var. amara

Scent Exotic, intensely floral, sweet and citrusy, blossoms of the orange tree

Therapeutic Properties: Antidepressant, antibacterial, analgesic, antispasmodic,  cns sedative, it could help with pre-operative surgery, skin care, muscle spasms and  perfume.  Used by Egyptian priests to heal body, mind and spirit.  Very costly as 1,000 pounds of orange blossoms make 1 pound of neroli oil.

Emotional Properties: Calms and soothes the heart, helps ease shock, frigidity, relaxes the nerves and facilitates spiritual and creative work.

 

Palmarosa Cymbopogon martinii var. motia

Scent Floral, woodsy, sweet, rosy 

Therapeutic Properties: Airborne antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antifungal, skin healing

Emotional Properties: Calming jealous and possessive feelings, opens the breath, reduces anxiety

 

Peppermint Mentha x piperita

Scent Crisp, minty, sweet

Therapeutic Properties: Antiemetic, analgesic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory.   Not for use on children under 5.  Great for headaches, nausea and travel sickness.

Emotional Properties: Opens airways to enhance circulation to the brain, wakes up and refreshes the mind to improve focus, clear energy, stimulates ideas.  

 

Roman Chamomile Chamaemelum nobile

Scent Fruity, herbal, apple scent

Therapeutic Properties: anti- inflammatory, antispasmodic

Emotional Properties: Calms, sedated and soothes.  Reduces anxiety and over thinking. A favorite for children

 

Rosalina Melaleuca ericifolia

Scent Earthy, fresh, gentle lemony lavender Therapeutic Properties: Anti-infectious, great for respiratory and sleep disorders.  Great for children and a relatively new oil named Australia’s finest gifts to the aromatic world by world renowned Dr. David Penoel.

Emotional Properties: Calming, relaxing, refreshing, improves mood and self confidence

 

Rose absolute Rosa damascena

Scent warm, deep floral, rich, with slightly spicey and honey like notes

Therapeutic Properties: Analgesic, anti-bacterial. antispasmodic, and antitussive.  Very costly as it takes approximately 10,000 roses to distill a 5ml. bottle. Used for skin and perfume.

Emotional Properties: Soothing to the heart, easing shock, grief and despair.  Brings feelings of love.  Said to have a powerful energy field that vibrates to a higher frequency.

 

Rosewood Aniba rosaeodora

Scent Sweet, woodsy, soft, rosy notes

Physical Therapeutics: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral

Emotional Properties: Calms the nerves, removes anxiety and fear, protects against others’ energy, great for healing and serving professions.

 

Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis ct. 1,8 cineole

Scent Fresh, woody, herbal 

Therapeutic Properties: Analgesic, antibacterial, circulatory stimulant, antirheumatic, antifungal, antispasmodic.  Used for respiratory, musculoskeletal and acne conditions.   May help hair loss.

Emotional Properties: Stimulates and strengthens the mind, energizing, uplifting, clarity of mind for mental fatigue 

 

Sandalwood Santalum album

Scent Floral, woody, sweet, delicate, fragrant

Therapeutic Properties: Used in expensive fragrances, antispasmodic, antibacterial, sedative, antiseptic , stimulates the pituitary and pineal glands.  Cooling and great for high pitta according to Ayurveda medicine.

Emotional Properties:  Used for spiritual and religious ceremonies, enhances deep sleep, calming awareness, memory booster, grounding, aphrodisiac.  Precious oil as the tree must be 30 years old to harvest the oils.

 

Sweet Basil Ocimum basilicum ct.  linalool

Scent Sweet, mint, pepper, and anise 

Therapeutic Properties: Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antiviral, antiemetic. Add a drop on tissue and inhale to calm your stomach

Emotional Properties: Uplifting, energetic protection to help with fear and sadness, brings harmony, and strengthens self-confidence.  Recommended by Hildegard of Bingen, a famous Benedictine herbalist.

 

Sweet Orange Citrus sinensis

Scent Sweet, light, fresh, citrus, similar to the peel

Therapeutic Properties: Anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, antispasmodic, antiviral

Emotional Properties: Soothing to a perfectionist, unblocks stagnant energy, calms people reluctant to ask for help, conveys joy and positivity.

 

Vanilla Absolute (CO2)- Vanilla planifolia

Scent Rich, sweet, woody, spicey, balsamic

Therapeutic Properties: Used in perfumes.  The vanilla plant is an orchid with large pods from which the vanilla essence is extracted as an absolute.

Emotional Properties: Calming, relaxing, mood elevating and a strong aphrodisiac. 

 

Ylang-ylang Cananga odorata var. genuina

Scent Strong, sweet, fruity, spicy, rich tropical, freshly picked blossoms.

Therapeutic Properties: Hypotensive, may reduce blood pressure and heart rate, antidepressant, and analgesic.  Used in perfume and skin care

Emotional Properties: Alleviates shock and trauma, promotes joy, pleasure and euphoria.