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Index What are Essential Oils

Top 12 Essential Oils

Benefits of Essential Oils

History of Essential Oils

Application Methods

Topical Application

Internal Application

Aromatic Application

Lifestyle Application

Safety and Warnings

Sources of Essential Oils

Extraction Methods

Properties of Essential Oils

Aromatic Science

Essential Oils


INDEX

Why Quality Matters

Carrier Oils

Blending

Essential Oil Index

Regulations

Cooking

Resources

What Are Essential Oils?

• Essential oils are the volatile, evaporative, liquids which are extracted from aromatic plants, trees, and grasses.

• Oils are found in the sacs or secretory cells, within the fibers of the plant. They create the fragrances that one notices when encountering these plants.

• Essential oils come from all over the world, just as plants are specific to certain climates. • When used for therapeutic purposes, only pure, certified, therapeutic grade essential oils

should be used in order to achieve desired effect as well as prevent adverse reactions caused by possible impurities.

• Many essential oils are of light viscosity and clear although some are heavier. • All essential oils are fat soluble only and will not dissolve in water. • Essential oils are highly concentrated and potent, needing carrier oils in order to properly utilize

them. • There are many uses for essential oils, benefiting all human functioning, the mind, body, and

spirit, in nature. • Essential oils can be utilized in a vast variety of methods, ranging from oral consumption to

cleaning solvents.

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Benefits

Top 12 Essential Oils

Essential Oils


Most Commonly Used Essential Oils

• Peppermint • Lavender • Eucalyptus • Tea Tree • Sandalwood • Lemon • Ylang-Ylang • Frankincense • Roman Chamomile • Geranium • Rose • Bergamot


Peppermint

• Refreshing, cooling, uplifting, and restorative

• Can be used internally, aromatically, and topically

• Example of uses:

– Indigestion

– Colds/Congestion

– Headache

– Stress

– Energy, Increased Alertness

– Sore Muscles

Lavender

• Versatile, uplifting, and healing


• Examples of uses:

– Calming / Anxiety

– Sleep Aid

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– Bee Sting / Insect Bites

– Minor Burns

– Hay Fever

– Cold Sores

Eucalyptus

• Best known for respiratory benefits, has many more

• Can be used aromatically and topically


– Congestion

– Oral Hygiene

– Headache

– Arthritis

– Pest Repellent




Tea Tree (Melaleuca)

• Antibacterial and Antimicrobial, effective at cleansing

the mind, body, and home.



– Skin Blemishes

– Yoga Mat Cleaner

– Pink Eye

– Razor Burn / Ingrown Hairs

– Cuts and Burns

Sandalwood

• Best known for it’s spiritual enhancement abilities



– Anxiety / Stress

– Cancers

– Viral Infection

– Insomnia

– Urinary Tract Infection

Lemon

• Most commonly know for cleansing properties



– Disinfectant

– Mouthwash

– Energy Enhancement

– Fever

– Memory Booster




Ylang-Ylang

• Antibacterial and Antimicrobial, effective at cleansing

the mind, body, and home.



– Skin Blemishes

– Yoga Mat Cleaner

– Pink Eye

– Razor Burn / Ingrown Hairs

– Cuts and Burns

Sandalwood

• Best known for it’s spiritual enhancement abilities



– Anxiety / Stress

– Cancers

– Viral Infection

– Insomnia

– Urinary Tract Infection

Lemon

• Most commonly used as holistic treatment therapy

and overall well-being



– Stress

– High Blood Pressure

– Lice Treatment

– Antibacterial

– Aphrodisiac




Frankincense

• Best known for usage in religious ceremonies.



– Scar Tissue

– Mood Enhancement

– Pain

– Warts

– Anti-inflammatory

Roman Chamomile

• In Ancient Egypt was dedicated to the sun god, Ra,

who restored wholeness to the self.



– Depression

– Skin Conditions

– ADHD

– Shock

– PMS

Geranium

• Sometimes called the “women’s oil” due to it’s

benefits with menstruation and menopause.



– Cellulite

– Bleeding (Hemostatic)

– Tonic

– Deodorant

– Antibacterial




Rose

• Used throughout history in aromatherapy, as a

healing tonic, and for mood elevation



– Antidepressant

– Antibacterial

– Aphrodisiac

– Skin Irritation

– Pain

Bergamot

• Gives Earl Grey tea it’s flavor


– Stress

– Immune Booster

– Herpes

– Addictions

– Infection

Benefits of Essential Oils Essential Oils can enrich your life through enhancing mind, body, and spirit.

• They are easily absorbed through the skin due to the small molecular size • Powerful antioxidants, preventing mutation, fungus, and oxidation in cells

• Have antibacterial, anticancer, antifungal, anti-infectious, antimicrobial, antitumor, anti-parasitic, antiviral, antispasmodic, and antiseptic nature

• May detoxify cells and blood • Contain sesquiterpenes and can pass the blood-brain barrier assisting in relief from

degenerative brain disease • Aromatic in nature, purifying air by removing toxins, increasing oxygen, destroying

odors, and inhibiting bacterial growth • Promotes emotional, physical, and spiritual healing

• Suppresses symptoms of illness holistically • Natural, allowing relief without harmful side effects common in pharmaceutical drugs

• Prevents illness


Enriching your life with essential oils

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History of Essential Oils

Essential oils have been used for centuries in religious ceremonies, marriage ceremonies, courtship, cosmetics, burial

services, medicines, and other areas. Through trial and error, ancient civilizations found that essential oils served

useful purposes in all areas of mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing.

Essential Oils usage can date as far back 4500 BC in Egypt. Each deity had it’s own fragrance as well as using the

oils in the process of embalming. In Egypt oils served as both medicines as well as perfumes.

Greeks believed all aromatic plants were of divine origin. Hippocrates believed that the key to good health is found in

taking a daily aromatic bath and massage utilizing essential oils.

Ancient Hindu medicine, Ayurveda, used plant extracts and essential oils in their healing potions.

The use of essential oils and aromatherapy can also be found referenced to in the bible. In Israel, oils were used in

religious ceremonies, in healing, and were highly valued.

Early civilizations learned that by ingesting certain roots, flowers, berries, and other natural materials, certain ailments

were alleviated. They also found that certain psychological and physiological effects occurred when burning different

twigs and leaves.


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Application Methods


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Essential oils can be used in a multitude of ways Topical Aromatically Internally Daily Uses

Topical Direct Application

• Essential oils are very potent so use caution to not

use too much and dilute when called for.

• Areas on the feet, wrists, and behind the ears absorb

oils quickly due to large pores.

• Layering through applying each individual oil one at a

time is preferred over mixing oils for topical use.

Massage

• Stimulates the muscles, skin, and connective tissues,

increasing blood flow and allowing oils to be more

effectively absorbed and delivered within the body.

• Use caution when using massage with those who

have certain illnesses or are pregnant.


• Use care to only use light to medium massage strokes unless

trained as a professional message therapist.

Reflex Therapy

• Application of essential oils to contact points in feet or hands.

• Allows oils to enter neuro-electrical pathways through

vibration.

• Particularly of benefit when trying to pinpoint a certain system

or organ.

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Topical Auricular

• Similar to reflex therapy, using specific areas on the

ear to create effects in specific systems or organs.

Compresses

• Through using water mixed with essential oils and

absorbing into a towel to apply to the body.

• Can be used either hot or cold.

• Place towel or cloth on the surface of the water to

saturate. Oils will collect at the surface.

• When using a hot compress, cover saturated towel

with a dry towel and hot water bottle.

• When using a cold compress, cover with plastic

wrap.

• Cold compresses are best for inflammation, fever,

and sprains.

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• Warm compresses are best for aches and pains.

• Allow compress to stay in contact with area for 1-2 hours

minimum for best results.

• Hot compresses are especially effective after massage.

Bath

• Apply desired amount of oil (usually 3-6 drops) directly into

bathwater.

• Add to bathwater after filling to preserve more volatile

essential oils.

• Can be added to shower gels and bath salts to allow it to be

more evenly dispersed.

• Apply directly to washcloth and rub into body.

• After bathing, can be added to body spray and applied.

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Aromatic Diffusion

• Most effective through a nebulizing diffuser, oils are

misted into the air for inhalation and cleansing of air.

• Other diffusers may us cool air to bring the oils into

the air.

• Diffusers that use a strong heat source are not

recommended since they may damage the molecular

integrity of the oil.

• For most effective therapeutic value, diffuse for 15

minutes out of each hour.

Direct Inhalation

• Hold oil close to face and inhale.

• Easiest method of inhalation of essential oils.

• May apply 1-3 drops onto cloth, cotton, towel, or

otherwise, placing close to face and inhaling.

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Hot Water Vapor

• Heat water, adding 1-3 drops of essential oil and inhale.

• Heat may reduce therapeutic benefits

Vaporizer/Humidifier

• Add oil into vaporizer or humidifier to introduce into air.

• Most effective with cool mist versions.

• Ultrasonic vibration vaporizers especially effective, allowing

suspension of oil in air for longer periods of time.

Fan/Vent

• Place oil source on or behind fan or in vent to introduce into

the air.

Burner

• Use tea light candle under basin containing oil. Fill top basin ½

way with water and add 8-10 drops essential oil.

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Aromatic Perfume/Cologne

• Wear 1-2 drops of oil directly on wrists or neck.

• For mist, dissolve 10-15 drops essential oil in 20 drops

alcohol and 1 tsp distilled water. Apply to wrists or

neck.

Room Spray

• Use glass container to prevent essential oils from

reacting with plastic.

• Fill bottle with a 1 tsp water to 3 drop essential oil ratio.

Sauna

• Add essential oil to water to pour over rocks.


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Steam Room

• Special steam head attachments aroma oil pumps are

available for purchase to use essential with

• Mist essential oil and water mixture directly into the

steam room once steam has set in.

Internal


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Sublingual

• Place 1-2 drops directly underneath tongue.

• Oils are rapidly delivered to blood stream.

Capsule

• Place 1-10 drops of essential oil in either an empty

capsule or capsule filled with ingestible carrier oil and

swallow.

• Good way to apply essential oils internally that have

unpleasant taste.

Beverage

• Add desired dosage to beverage to drink.

Cooking

• Add to recipes and ingest through eating

• Keep in mind oils are concentrated and only a very small

amount is require to achieve desire results.

Vaginal Insertion

• Dilute oil in carrier oil and apply through vaginal syringe,

holding in place with tampon or soak directly into tampon.

• Alternative vaginal method, mixing oil with warm water and

applying as a douche.

Rectal Insertion

• Deposit oils into rectum using a rectal syringe.

• Alternative rectal method, placing essential oil into a capsule

and inserting the capsule into rectum.

*Caution* When applying essential oils internally, use only pure, therapeutic grade oils.

Daily Life Application Cooking

Sleep and Relaxation

• Diffuse into air

• Apply directly to pillow

• Apply as a linen spray

• Bathe before rest

Increase Energy

• Diffuse into air

• Add into morning beverage or meal

• Incorporate into morning bathing

Bathing

• Add essential oils into bathwater

• Use as bath oil

• Mix into shower gel/bath salts


• Use in body sprays

• Foot/hand soaks

Air Freshener

Toothpaste

• Mix oil with baking soda to brush teeth and gums.

Cleaning

• Disinfectant

• Trash can deodorizer

• Dishes

• Mildew spray

• Mirror Cleaner

• Eliminate mold

Laundry

• Degreaser

• Cleansing wash

• Use in dryer

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Daily Life Application Furniture Polish

Clothing

• Deodorizer, using satchel with essential oil on it placed

in drawers or closet.

Eliminate paint fumes

Carpet

• Carpet cleaner

• Carpet deodorizer

• Grease remover

• Gum remover

• Place cotton ball with 4-6 drops oil into collection area

of vacuum to freshen room while vacuuming.

Insect/Pest Repellent

• Bug Repellent – Lavender, lemongrass, patchouli, basil

• Mice Repellent


Toothpaste

• Mix oil with baking soda to brush teeth and gums.

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Safety and Warnings

Skin-Patch Test • If you have any allergies or sensitive skin, perform a skin-patch test prior to using essential oils.

• Use a clean area on the inside of you lower arm and apply 2 drops to an antiseptic-free plaster and leave on forearm for 48

hours, or apply oil directly to skin and cover with bandage.

• Avoid use of the oil if any redness, swelling, or blistering occurs.

Adverse Reactions • Immediately wash skin with fragrance-free soap to remove the oil.

• Expose skin to air to promote evaporation.

• Keep out of sunlight

• Apply a mild corticosteroid if needed

Double Check Possible Reactions if These Apply: • If you are taking aspirin, heparin, warfarin, paracetamol

• During pregnancy

• With high blood pressure, fever, epilepsy, liver problems, skin sensitivity, or allergies

• If using on an infant or small child


Caution

Essential Oils

Whenever using essential oils, take care to research the proper ways to use them as well as potential adverse reactions and contraindications.

Safety and Warnings

Toxic Essential Oils: • Ajowan

• Anise (Star)

• Bay Laurel

• Bay (West Indian)

• Bitter Almond

• Boldo

• Buchu

• Calamintha

• Calamus

• Camphor

• Cassia

• Cedarwood (Virginian)


Caution

Essential Oils

It is important to always use caution when using essential oils Even toxic essential oils can still be used if used properly. Take extra care to know what the proper application and dosage when using them.

• Cinnamon (Leaf)

• Clove (Bud)

• Coriander

• Costus

• Elecampane

• Eucalyptus

• Fennel (Sweet)

• Hops

• Horseradish

• Hyssop

• Jaborandi

• Juniper

• Mugwort

• Mustard

• Nutmeg

• Parsley Seed

• Pennyroyal

• Pepper (Black)

• Rue

• Sage (Spanish)

• Sassafras

• Savin

• Savory

• Southerwood

• Tagetes

• Tansy

• Tarragon

• Thuja

• Thyme (White)

• Turmeric

• Valerian

• Wintergreen

• Wormseed

• Wormwood

Safety and Warnings

• Irritation: This is where a substance comes into contact with the skin, and causes anything from a mild itch to burns. The important thing is it that once the substance is removed and healing takes place, there should be no more problems.

• Sensitization - a far more serious situation than irritation: Once the substance has been introduced to the skin, it can cause permanent changes in the immune system in a similar manner to a vaccination. On first use no adverse effects may be seen. However, the body has been sensitized, and next time the same or a similar substance is used, a reaction may occur. The severity can again be just a mild itch, through to the extreme of severe anaphylactic shock. However, the later in aromatherapy is almost unknown. Sensitization in aromatherapy is something to be on constant alert for. If after using any essential oil or absolute, an irritating or burning sensation, or a blotchy irritable skin rash are noticed, then that particular oil or chemically similar ones should not be used again. This type of reaction is far more likely to occur with therapists rather than their clients.

• Photosensitization (sometimes referred to as photo toxicity): This is where a substance coming into contact with the skin can react with ultra violet light. This reaction may cause anything from mild brown blotches through to severe burning of the skin. The condition can be long lasting and subsequent exposure of the skin to ultra violet light can trigger a reaction. It is vital to remember that it is ultra violet light which causes the problem and this can occur even on relatively dull days. Therefore it is not as many aromatherapy authors say "caused only by bright sunlight". The main essential oils to avoid in this respect are expressed Bergamot and Lime. The Bergamot grade known as FCF is perfectly safe


Caution

Essential Oils

Always use caution and research possible side effects when using essential oils. Possible Skin Reactions:

"Essential Oil Safety." Essential Oil Safety.

Safety and Warnings

Ketones: Essential oils containing ketones must be used with caution. Appropriate application and use of these are safe, however, misuse or

overdose can cause permanent damage as it can act as a neurotoxic because ketones are so easily able to pass the blood-brain

barrier.

Delivery methods in order of most ketone toxic to least: Oral, Rectal, Vaginal, Topically, Inhalation


Caution

Essential Oils

Phototoxic essential oils may cause skin discoloration or promote burning and rash when used in or before exposure to sun or sun-like devices.

Phototoxic Essential Oils: • Angelica Root

• Bergamot

• Bitter Orange

• Cassia

• Cumin

• Ginger

• Grapefruit

• Lemon (cold-pressed)

• Lime (cold-pressed)

• Lovage

• Mandarin

• Opopanax

• Verbena

Sources of Essential Oils


Essential Oils

• Flowers • Herbs • Resins and Roots • Citruses • Trees and Woods • Spices • Grasses, Seeds, and Shrubs

Extraction Methods Essential oils are derived from various sources in a variety of different ways

Distillation:

Used to heat the plant material until a vapor is formed, then in cooling, the vapor becomes

liquid. The material is covered in watered and heated in a vacuum-sealed container. It is slower than

steam distillation and less effective due to the heat damaging certain components of the essential oils.

Steam Distillation:

Plant material is added to water then brought to a boil or kept in a separate chamber where

steam is released into the chamber holding the plant materials. The steam that is created runs

through a cooler and the essential oil is collected off of the top of the cooled water. This is the most

commonly used method of extracting essential oils

Expression:

Only used with citrus. Performed by squeezing and puncturing the skin of the fruit

allowing the oils contained in the sacs, allowing the oil to run out and be filtered. Sometimes referred

to as “cold-pressing”


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Extraction Methods Solvent:

Used with plant material with low yields of oil. Material is added to the solvent where the

solvent absorbs the properties of the oil then the solvent is evaporated and the left over substance is

filtered. Gentle process, but leaves some of the solvent along with the essential oil.

Carbon Dioxide Extraction:

Keeps the gas under high pressure at a constant temperature that is lower than steam

distillation, being a more gentle way of extracting the essential oils. The necessary equipment is very

expensive so this method is generally reserved to producing only expensive herbal and floral essential

oils.

Phytonic:

This process uses solvents, phytosols, which allow the oils to be captured at room

temperature. The exclusion of using heat in the extraction process keeps the properties of the oils in

tact. Due to the use of potentially harmful fluorohydrocarbons, this method is not eco-friendly.


Essential Oils

Anesthetic cinnamon, cloves, peppermint

Anti-Allergic chamomile

Anti-Asthmatic cedarwood, roman chamomile, cypress, eucalyptus, frankincense, lavender

Antibiotic tea tree

Anti-Coagulant geranium

Antidepressant bergamot, clary sage, lavender, lemongrass, neroli, orange

Anti-Microbial myrrh, thyme

Anti-Neuralgic cloves, lemon

Anti-Rheumatic chamomile, cypress, eucalyptus, hyssop, juniper berry, lemon, lavender, niaouli, pine, rosemary, thyme

Antiseptic basil, bergamot, black pepper, cedarwood, cinnamon, clove, fir, frankincense, lavender, lemon, rose, sandalwood



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Adapted from "Therapeutic Properties of Essential Oils."



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Antispasmodic basil, bergamot, clary sage, clove, jasmine, lavender, mandarin, neroli, orange, peppermint, sandalwood, tangerine, thyme

Anti-venomous basil, thyme

Antiviral eucalyptus, lavender, lime, tea tree

Anxiety roman chamomile, clary sage, jasmine, lavender, neroli, sandalwood

Aphrodisiac basil, black pepper, cinnamon, clary sage, clove, ginger, jasmine, rosewood, rose, sandalwood, thyme, ylang-ylang

Astringent cedarwood, cypress, frankicense, geranium, hyssop, juniper berry, lemon, lime, myrrh, peppermint, rose, rosemary, sandalwood

Bactericide basil, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, lime, myrrh, neroli, rose, rosewood, tea tree

Balsamic clary sage, eucalyptus, myrrh, niaouli, pine, tea tree

Cardiac cinnamon, hyssop, thyme

Carminative basil, bergamot, carrot seed, cinnamon, clove, ginger, hyssop, juniper berry, lemon, lemongrass, orange, oregano, peppermint, rosemary, thyme




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Cordial bergamot, lavender, neroli, peppermint, rosemary, tea tree

Concentration basil, ginger

Cytophylactic carrot seed, frankincense, geranium, lavender, mandarin, neroli, rose

Decongestant eucalyptus, lavender, niaouli, peppermint, pine

Deodorant bergamot, citronella, clary sage, cypress, geranium, lavender, lemongrass, myrrh, pine, rosewood

Detoxification cedarwood, grapefruit, lemon, orange, rosemary

Digestive black pepper, ginger, lemon, lemongrass, peppermint

Disinfectant clover, juniper berry, lime, myrrh, pine

Diuretic black pepper, carrot seed, cedarwood, cypress, eucalyptus, hyssop, juniper berry, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, pine, rose, rosemary, sandalwood

Energy basil, grapefruit, lemon, orange, rosemary

Exhaustion black pepper, clary sage, frankincense, grapefruit, lemon, mandarin, ylang-ylang




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Expectorant bergamot, cedarwood, hyssop, myrrh, pine, peppermint, sandalwood, thyme

Fever bergamot, black pepper, chamomile, eucalyptus, ginger, lemon

Flatulence peppermint

Gout juniper berry, geranium, peppermint

Gum Infection myrrh, peppermint, tea tree

Hangover cypress, grapefruit, juniper berry, pine, rosemary

Hay Fever eucalyptus, german chamomile, lavender

Hypertension hyssop, rosemary, thyme

Hypotension clary sage, lavender, lemon

Headache basil, eucalyptus, grapefruit, lavender, peppermint




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Heartburn german chamomile, marjoram, peppermint

Indigestion cardamom, ginger, lemon, peppermint

Infection black pepper, cinnamon, juniper berry, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, myrrh, pine, rosemary

Influenza black pepper, cinnamon, clove, cypress, ginger, lemon, peppermint

Insect Repellent cedarwood, citronella, eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, sandalwood

Insomnia roman chamomile, lavender, clary sage, neroli, sandalwood

Irritability roman chamomile, clary sage, geranium, lavender, neroli, sandalwood

Jet Lag basil, geranium, grapefruit, peppermint, rosemary

Laxative black pepper, ginger, lemon, rose, violet

Laryngitis bergamot, cypress, lavender, lemon




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Measles bergamot, german chamomile, eucalyptus, geranium, lavender, tea tree

Memory basil, rosemary

Menopause roman chamomile, cleary sage, cypress, geranium, jasmine, lavender, sandalwood

Menstruation clary sage, geranium, lavender, roman chamomile, marjoram

Migraine roman chamomile, lavender, peppermint, rosemary

Mumps german chamomile, lavender, tea tree

Muscle Pain basil, black pepper, roman chamomile, clary sage, marjoram, peppermint, rosemary

Nausea clove, ginger, peppermint

Nosebleed cypress, lavender, lemon

Neuralgia black pepper, chamomile, clary sage, geranium, peppermint




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Overindulgence juniper berry, grapefruit, lemon, peppermint

PMS clary sage, roman chamomile, geranium, neroli, rosemary

Respiratory basil, cedarwood, eucalyptus, peppermint, rosemary, sandalwood

Relaxation clary sage, geranium, lavender, neroli, sandalwood, ylang-ylang

Rheumatism black pepper, cedarwood, chamomile, cloves, eucalyptus, frankincense, ginger, lavender, lemon, pine, rosemary

Scarring helichrysum, jasmine, neroli, sandalwood

Seasickness ginger

Sedative bergamot, cedarwood, clary sage, cypress, frankincense, jasmine, lavender, mandarin, neroli, rose, sandalwood, ylang-ylang

Shock basil, lavender

Sinusitis basil, eucalyptus, lavender, peppermint, pine, rosemary, tea tree

Sunburn roman chamomile, eucalyptus, lavender





Essential Oils

Throat eucalyptus, lemon, sandalwood, tea tree

Tonsillitis lavender, tea tree

Toothache roman chamomile, clove, peppermint

Tonic basil, black pepper, carrot seed, clary sage, frankincense, geranium, ginger, hyssop, lemon, lemongrass, myrrh, neroli, orange, pine, rose, rosewood

Varicose Veins cypress, geranium, lemon

Windburn roman chamomile, lavender

Wounds bergamot, roman chamomile, eucalyptus, frankincense, lavender, tea tree

Aromatherapy is a step in removing the divide between mind, body, and spirit found in Western Medicine. There are many breakthroughs in the area of neuropsychology and the relationship between emotion, healing, and health. Science is constantly finding more and more connection between the interdependence of the mind and the body, making essential oils very powerful in treating many different ailments as well as prevention. Essential oils have medicinal, holistic, and therapeutic benefits that are unique to each essential oil and it’s effect on the human body. Two chemical families, terpenes and phenylpropanes make up the vast majority of essential oils.

Aromatic Science


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Aromatic Science


Components of Essential Oils

Monoterpenes

Molecule Type Effects (example)

Monoterpene-hydrocarbons

Stimulant (pine, orange)

Ketones Mucolytic (sage, hyssop)

Aldehydes Calmative (citronella, melissa)

Esters Antispasmodic (lavender, clary sage)

Alcohols Natural Tonic (palmarosa, peppermint, coriander)

Phenols Stimulant, Irritant (oregano, thyme)

Oxides Expectorant (eucalyptus, tea tree, niaouli)

Essential Oils

Schnaubelt, Kurt. Advanced Aromatherapy: The Science of Essential Oil Therapy. Rochester, VT: Healing Arts, 1998. 21. Print.

Aromatic Science


Components of Essential Oils

Sesquiterpenes Molecule Type Effects (example) Sesquiterpene-hydrocarbons

Anti-inflammatory (german chamomile)

Alcohols Various (sandalwood, vetiver, patchouli)

Lactones Mucolytic (inula graveolens, laurel)

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Phenylpropanes Molecule Type Effects (example) Estragol Antispasmodic (tarragon)

Anethol Antispasmodic (anise)

Eugenol Sensitizing (clove)

Cinnamic Aldehyde Antiseptic (cinnamon, cassia)

Schnaubelt, Kurt. Advanced Aromatherapy: The Science of Essential Oil Therapy. Rochester, VT: Healing Arts, 1998. 21. Print.

Why Quality Matters While it is tempting to purchase low quality essential oils at a less cost, but when it comes to essential oils,

you get what you pay for!

Producing pure essential oils is costly, which is why it is more expensive to get a good quality essential oil.

Look for essential oils that are “pure”, “certified”, AND “therapeutic-grade”.

Essential oils that are not pure, therapeutic grade may smell identical to their more expensive counterparts, however,

there is a large possibility that high pressure, high temperatures, rapid processing, and chemical solvents were used to

more cost efficiently produce the oils, therefore depriving the oil of the needed quality to produce therapeutic results

when used.

Producing pure oils can be very expensive, some oils take multiple tons of plant material to produce one pound of

essential oil. Some pure oils are sold for over $10,000 a pound.


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Carrier Oils • Carrier oil, also known as base oil, is used to dilute essential oils before they are

applied to the skin. They are called “carrier oils” because they “carry” the essential oils into the skin.

• Carrier oils are generally nonaromatic, unlike essential oils. • Another reason carrier oils are used is because they will not evaporate like essential

oils, which are more volatile. • Look for carrier oils that are pure and preferably cold-pressed. • Different carrier oils can produce different therapeutic properties. • Always be mindful of health conditions and sensitivities when choosing a carrier oil. • Carrier oils can be easily blended to combine their properties of viscosity,

acceptability, lubrication, absorption, aroma and so forth. • The term infused oils means that the essential oil(s) have been previously added into

the carrier. • All carrier oils should be kept cool, and away from strong light to prevent spoilage.


Essential Oils

Carrier Oils


Essential Oils

Carrier Oil Therapeutic Benefits and Uses

Sweet Almond Oil Pale yellow, almost odorless, has soothing properties. Rich in minerals, vitamins, essential fatty acids, and proteins. Protects and nourishes skin.

Apricot Kernel Oil Yellow with light, silky texture. Nourishing, high in vitamin E, rich in essential fatty acids, and emollient. Easily absorbed.

Avocado Oil Deep green with nutty aroma. Rich in vitamins and essential fatty acids. Thicker, rich, emollient, and deeply penetrating. Can be mixed with lighter carrier oils.

Borage Oil Rich source of GLA. Non-irritant and skin softening.

Calendula Oil Infused oil. Healing, aids in tissue regeneration, and nourishing to skin.

Camellia Good for skin conditions.

Carrot Oil Infused oil not to be confused with carrot seed essential oil. Bright orange, rich in beta-carotene and vitamins. Excellent skin tonic.

Coconut Oil Solid at room temperature, good for creams. Skin softening, aiding in moisture retention. Antibacterial and antiviral properties. Fractionated coconut oil will stay liquid and not spoil.

Evening Primrose Oil Golden-yellow, viscous. Excellent moisturizer and rich in GLA. Anti-inflammatory, high in antioxidant.

Carrier Oils



Grapeseed Oil Refined, light oil. Rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals. Fine , non-greasy, texture, easily absorbed. Pale green.

Hazelnut Oil Pale yellow with strong nutty aroma. Easily absorbed, gentle, and mildly astringent. High in vitamin E.

Hemp Seed Oil Highly therapeutic. High in essential fatty acids and nourishing. Anti-inflammatory.

Hypercicum Oil (St. John’s Wort)

Soothing and antiseptic. Tightens skin.

Jojoba Oil Liquid wax, light texture, deeply penetrating. Antibacterial. Moisturizing with emollient properties. Resembles natural skin oils.

Macadamia Oil Skin lubricant, easily absorbed. Non-greasy.

Neem Seed Oil Effective in treating skin ailments, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial. Also used as insect-repellent and organic insecticide.

Olive Oil Moisturizing, aiding in skin regeneration.

Peach Kernel Oil Emollient and nourishing, skin protectant. Slowly absorbed. Common in skin creams.

Essential Oils

Carrier Oils



Rosehip-Seed Oil Pale yellow to orange. Tissue-regenerating properties.

Sunflower Oil Vitamin rich, soothing effect on skin.

Wheatgerm Oil Rich orange color. Rich in vitamins, minerals, and essential fatty acids. Antioxidant.

Essential Oils

Blending When essential oils are blended together, they can work better than used alone, by enhancing the effects

of the other oils in the blend.

Essential oils are blended in order to create fragrances, for therapeutic, and for medical qualities.

People are generally more attracted to blends that will benefit their natural well-being.

Always take caution to mix essential oils that are compatible.

Experimentation and experience is the key to successfully blending.

When essential oils are used together with enhanced effects, this is called “synergy”. This is how they

interact with each other .

The blend will evolve and subtly change over time, making blending more of an alchemy and art.

Since each person’s needs and conditions are unique, the most effective blends are also different to each

person using the essential oils.

Each blend will contain unique properties


Essential Oils

Blending When blending it is preferred to use glass containers and utensils to avoid chemical reactions that can be

found when using plastic or metal

Make sure to provide room at the top of the container.

Add essential oils into carrier oil base.

Make sure to keep track of what mixtures and how much are used when you create new blends so you

can refer to it to recreate blend.

After creating blend, it is best to let site for 24-48 hours to allow the oils to truly blend.


Essential Oils

Blending Top, Middle, and Base Notes

Top Notes

• The aroma immediately noticed.

• Sharp, penetrating, volatile

• Extreme

• Hot or Cold

• Light, fresh and dissipate quickly

Middle Notes

• Gives body

• Warm

• Soft, rounded, mellow

• Usually bulk of blend


Essential Oils

Each essential oil contains top, middle, and base

notes. These evaporate over time, which is why a

fragrance’s aroma will seem to change over the

duration of wearing it. Different oils each plays a

tendency to be top, middle, or base notes when

blended together.

Base Notes

• Fixatives

• Rich and heavy

• Deepens blend

• Pulls into skin

• Barely able to be noticed before application

Blending Top, Middle, and Base Notes

When blending, it can be beneficial to keep in mind the evaporation rate and the

intensity of each essential oil in order to deliberately create base, middle, and top

notes.

For example, Patchouli has an evaporation rate of 100, meaning it will not

evaporation over a long period of time, making it a good base note; while

eucalyptus has an evaporation rate of 5, evaporating quickly and making it a good

choice as a top note.

The evaporation rate and intensity are good indication of what note an oil would be

best used as, but by no means, the rule.


Essential Oils

Blending Another way of choosing blends is through using four different classifications: • The Personifier – Oils that are used first and should be 1-5% of the

blend. They have strong, sharp aromas and last a long time. They have strong therapeutic action and are dominant.

– Examples: clary sage, clove, and ylang-ylang oils

• The Enhancer – Oils that are used second and should be 50-80% of the blend. These will be predominant. They have sharper aromas and they are the dominant oils in the blend.

– Examples: bergamot, melaleuca, and rosemary oils

• The Equalizer – Oils that are used third and should be 10-51% of the blend. They are not as sharp and last a shorter amount of time. They create not only the balance but the synergy in the essential oil blend.

– Examples: bergamot, frankincense, lavender, and sandalwood

• The Modifier – Oils that are used last and should be 5-8% of the blend. They have mild aromas and do not last long. They harmonize the blend.

– Examples: bergamot, eucalyptus, and lemon


Essential Oils

Blending Perfume Families Floral

– lavender, neroli, jasmine

Green – rosemary, basil

Chypre – composed of citrus top notes, a middle centered,

and a mossy animalic base note

– patchouli, cleary sage, vetiver

Citrus – orange, lemon, verbena

Spicy – nutmeg, clove, cinnamon

Amber (Oriental) – ginger, patchouli, frankincense


Essential Oils

Earthy – oakmoss, vetiver, patchouli

Woodsy – pine, cedar

Herbaceous – marjoram, rosemary, basil

Minty – peppermint, spearmint

Camphorous – eucalyptus, cajuput, tea tree

B Essential Oil Blends

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Blending Calming Massage Blend

• 4 tsp Base oil

• 3 drops German Chamomile

• 5 drops Lavender

• 4 drops Bergamot


Essential Oils

Muscle Care Blend

• 4 tsp Base oil

• 4 drops Rosemary


• 4 drops Marjoram

Detox Blend

• 4 tsp Base oil

• 5 drops Grapefruit

• 5 drops Sweet Fennel

• 2 drops Carrot Seed

Aphrodisiac Blend

• 4 tsp Base oil

• 5 drops Rose Absolute

• 4 drops Sandalwood

• 3 drops Patchouli

Blends

Blending Daytime Flu Blend

(Diffuse in steaming bowl of water)

• 2 drops Eucalyptus


• 2 drops Peppermint

• 2 drops Tea Tree


Essential Oils

Digestive Blend

• 1 tsp Base oil

• 1 drop Peppermint Oil

• 1 drop Chamomile Oil

• 2 drops Rosemary Oil

• 1 drop Clove Oil

Scar Prevention Blend

• 1 drop Lavender

• 1 drop Lemongrass

• 1 drop Geranium

Uplifting Blend

• 6 tsp Base oil

• 2 drops Geranium

• 2 drops Rosewood

• 2 drops Bergamot

Blends

Blending Mental Focusing Blend

• 2 drops Fractionated Coconut

Oil

• 4 drops Peppermint Oil

• 4 drops Wild Orange Oil


Essential Oils

Anxiety Blend

• 1 drop Rose Oil

• 1 drop Lavender Oil

• 2 drops Mandarin Oil

• 1 drop Vetiver Oil

Headache Blend

• Cotton ball or washcloth


• 4 drops Basil Oil


• 4 drops Marjoram Oil

• 4 drops Lavender Oil

Hypertension Blend

• 6 tsp Fractionated Coconut Oil

• 5 drops Geranium Oil

• 8 drops Lemongrass Oil


Blends

Shampoo Blend

• 7 ounces Unscented Shampoo

Base

• 2 tsp Jojoba Oil



• 5 drops Ylang-Ylang Oil

• 8 ounce Bottle

Blending Acne Blend

• 6 tsp Fractionated Coconut Oil


• 5 drops Tea Tree Oil

• 1 drop Geranium Oil


Essential Oils

Dishwashing Blend

• Liquid Castile Soap

• 20 drops Lime Oil

• 10 drops Sweet Orange Oil

• 5 drops Citrus Seed extract

Menstrual Cramp Blend

• 6 tsp Jojoba Oil


• 4 drops Cypress Oil


Blends

I Essential Oil Index


Index of Essential Oils • Bergamot

• Black Pepper

• Birch

• Cedarwood

• Cinnamon

• Clary Sage

• Clove

• Cypress

• Eucalyptus

• Fennel

• Frankincense

• Geranium

• Ginger

• Grapefruit

• Helichrysum


Essential Oils

• Jasmine

• Juniper Berry

• Lavender

• Lemon

• Lemongrass

• Marjoram

• Mandarin

• Melaleuca (Tea Tree)

• Melissa (Lemon Balm)

• Myrrh

• Neroli

• Oregano

• Orange

• Palo Santo

• Patchouli

• Peppermint

• Pine

• Roman Chamomile

• Rose

• Rosemary

• Sandalwood

• Thyme

• Vetiver

• White Fir

• Ylang-Ylang


Bergamot Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Relieves anxiety, depression, stress, and tension. Soothing and sedating. Creates sense

of uplifting and refreshment. Benefits:

• Analgesic, antibacterial, antidepressant, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, anti-parasitic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, cicatrizant, deodorant, digestive, neuro-protective, sedative, tonic

Application: • Topical - Neat • Apply to forehead, temples, reflex points and/or directly to area of concern • Internal • Aromatic

Usage: • Agitation, anxiety, brain injury, colic, cystitis, depression, mind/body stress, physical energy,

PMS, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Seasonal Affective Disorder, urinary tract infection Caution:

• Contact sensitivity with repeated use • Avoid direct sunlight/UV for up to 72 hours after use • Use no more than 3 drops in bath


Black Pepper Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Comforting, stimulating. Builds endurance and aids in feeling connected to life. Aids in

meditation with connecting and moving forward. Benefits:

• Analgesic, anti-catarrhal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, aphrodisiac, expectorant, laxative, stimulant, tonic

Application: • Topical - Neat • Apply to reflex points and/or directly to area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Tobacco addiction, digestive stimulant, flatulence, anemia, bruises

Caution: • Possible skin irritant • Use no more than 3 drops in bath and 2% in massage oil


Birch Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Influences, elevates, opens, and increases awareness of sensory system.

Benefits: • Analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-rheumatic, anti-septic, antispasmodic, disinfectant,

diuretic, stimulant (bone, liver), warming. Application:

• Topical - Neat • Topical - Dilute 1:1 for young or sensitive skin. • Apply to reflex points and/or directly to area of concern • Aromatic

Usage: • Cartilage injury, muscle aches, muscle development, muscle tone, whiplash

Caution: • Avoid during pregnancy • Not for use for those with epilepsy • Possible allergen


Cedarwood Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Balancing. Reduces fear, allowing inner strength to emerge. Calms nerves and tension.

Enhances meditation. Benefits:

• Antiseptic, anti-seborrheic, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, insecticide, sedative, tonic Application:

• Topical • Aromatic

Usage: • Glandular and nervous system, rebalancing, cellulite, bronchitis, catarrh, muscle ache, skin

toning, acne, dandruff, eczema, ulcers, oily skin Caution:

• Avoid during pregnancy


Cinnamon Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Fortifying and reviving. Creates livelihood and inspires courage.

Benefits: • Anti-bacterial, antidepressant, antifungal, anti-infectious (intestinal, urinary), anti-

inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-parasitic, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic (light), antiviral, astringent, immune stimulant, purifier, sexual stimulant, warming.

• Enhances other oils Application:

• Topical - Dilute 1:3 • Apply to reflex points and directly to area of concern. • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Airborne bacteria, arthritic joints, bacterial infections, bites/stings, breathing, diabetes,

diverticulitis, digestion, fungal infections, general tonic, immune system, infection, low libido, mold, muscle spasms, pancreas support, physical fatigue, pneumonia, slow digestion, typhoid, vaginal infection, vaginitis, viral infections, warming (body)


Cinnamon Index

Essential Oils

Caution: • Contact sensitivity with repeated use • Avoid during pregnancy • Possible skin irritant • Nasal irritant when diffused • Use no more than 2 drops in bath and 1% in massage oils


Clary Sage Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Most euphoric of essential oils. Eases anxiety and panic. Intoxicating, sensuous, and

uplifting. Enhances meditation, strengthening energies and inspiration. Benefits:

• Anticonvulsant, antifungal, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, nerve tonic, sedative, soothing, tonic, warming.

Application: • Topical-neat • Apply to reflex points and/or directly on area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Aneurysm, breast enlargement, cholesterol, abdominal cramps, dysmenorrhea, emotional

stress, endometriosis, epilepsy, estrogen balance, frigidity, hair, hormonal balance, hot flashes, impotence, infection, infertility, insomnia, lactation, menstrual cramps, mood swings, muscle fatigue, Parkinson’s Disease, PMS, postpartum depression, premenopause, seizure.


Clary Sage Index

Essential Oils

Caution: • Caution during pregnancy • Do not use on infants • Avoid with alcohol usage • Do not confuse with common sage


Clove Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Influences healing, improves memory, mental stimulant, creates feeling of protection and

courage. Alleviates pain. Restorative. Benefits:

• Analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, anti-parasitic, strong antiseptic, antitumor, antiviral, carminative, disinfectant, antioxidant, immune stimulant.

Application: • Topical – Dilute 1:1 • Apply to reflex points and/or directly on areas of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Addictions, antioxidant, blood clots, Candida, cataracts, corns, Crohn’s Disease,

disinfectant, fever, fungal infections, Herpes Simplex, Hodgkin’s Disease, hormonal balance, hypothyroidism, liver cleansing, Lupus, macular degeneration, memory, metabolism balance, mold, muscle aches, muscle pain, neuralgia, osteoporosis, plague, Rheumatoid Arthritis, termites, thyroid dysfunction, toothache, Lipoma tumor, viral infections, warts, wounds


Clove Index

Essential Oils

Caution: • Contact sensitivity with repeated use • Caution during pregnancy • Possible irritant for sensitive skin


Cypress Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Influences and strengthens. Eases loss. Increases feeling of security and grounding.

Enhances meditation, especially in regards to bereavement, transition, and change. Benefits:

• Antibacterial, anti-hematic, anti-infectious, antimicrobial, mucolytic, antiseptic, astringent, deodorant, diuretic, lymphatic decongestant, prostate decongestant, refreshing, relaxing, vasoconstricting, tonic

Application: • Topical – Neat • Apply to reflex points and directly on area of concern • Aromatic

Usage: • Aneurysm, bone spurs, bunions, bursitis, carpal tunnel, Catarrh, circulation, concussion,

dysmenorrhea, edema, endometriosis, environmental stress, influenza, oil hair, hemorrhoids, hiatal hernia, incontinence, Lou Gehrig’s Disease, lymphatic decongestant, menopause, menorrhagia, muscle fatigue, muscle tone, chronic pain, pleurisy, preeclampsia, prostatitis, Raynaud’s Disease, retina, Rheumatoid Arthritis, skin, stroke, swollen eyes, toxemia, Tuberculosis, varicose veins

Caution: • Caution during pregnancy


Eucalyptus Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Stimulating and purifying. Cleansing of negative energy.

Benefits: • Analgesic, antibacterial, anti-catarrhal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, anti-neuralgic,

antiviral, insecticidal, expectorant. Application:

• Topical – neat • Topical – dilute 1:1 for children and sensitive skin • Apply to reflex points and directly on area of concern • Aromatic

Usage: • Arterial vasodilator, asthma, brain blood flow, bronchitis, congestion, body cooling, coughs,

diabetes, disinfectant, dysentery, ear inflammation, emphysema, expectorant, fever, influenza, hypoglycemia, inflammation, insect repellent, iris inflammation, jet lag, kidney stones, lice, measles, migraines, neuralgia, neuritis, over-exercised muscles, pain, pneumonia, respiratory viruses, rhinitis, shingles, sinusitis, tennis elbow, tuberculosis

Caution: • Possible skin sensitization • Avoid use in small children and infants


Fennel Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Increases and influences longevity, courage, and purification. Protecting, warming, and

grounding. Benefits:

• Anti-parasitic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, diuretic, expectorant Application:

• Topical – neat • Topical – dilute 1:1 for children and sensitive skin • Apply to reflex points and directly on area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Benign prostatic hyperplasia, blood clots, bruises, cellulite, digestive system support,

gastritis, hangovers, kidney stones, lactation, menstrual support, pancreas support, parasites, skin, tissue cleansing, wrinkles

Caution: • Contact sensitivity with repeated use • Not recommended for young children • Caution if prone to epilepsy • Caution if pregnant • Avoid alcohol


Frankincense Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Energy focus, concentration, eases irritability, enhanced spiritual awareness and

meditation. Aids in balance. Benefits:

• Anti-catarrhal, anticancer, antidepressant, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antitumor, expectorant, immune stimulant, sedative, tonic

Application: • Topical-neat • Apply to reflex points and area of concern • Internal • Aromatic

Usage: • Agitation, anxiety, asthma, brain injury, colic, cystitis, depression, mind/body stress,

physical energy, PMS, Rheumatoid Arthritis, wrinkles. Caution:

• Contact sensitivity with repeated use • Avoid direct sunlight/UV for up to 72 hours after use


Geranium Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Release negativity, create peace, eases nerves, emotional balance, peace, security, well-

being, and hope. Benefits:

• Antibacterial, anticonvulsant, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, insect repellent, refreshing, relaxing, sedative, tonic

Application: • Topical-neat • Apply to reflex points and area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Agitation, airborne bacteria, anxiety, autism, bleeding, soothes breasts, bruises, calcified

spine, cancer, broken capillaries, diabetes, diarrhea, dysmenorrhea, endometriosis, environmental stress, gallbladder stones, dry hair, hormonal balance, incisional hernia, impetigo, insomnia, jaundice, jet lag, low libido, lymphatic system, menorrhagia, mood swings, post miscarriage, mood swings, MRSA, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, pancreas support, paralysis, pelvic pain syndrome, physical stress, PMS, post labor, rheumatoid arthritis, dry/sensitive skin, gastric ulcer, varicose ulcer, vertigo, wrinkles

Caution: • Contact sensitivity with repeated use


Ginger Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Influence physical energy, love, money, and courage. Increases determination and

inspiration. Relieves nervous exhaustion. Benefits:

• Analgesic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, antibacterial, laxative, stimulant, tonic, warming Application:

• Topical – neat • Topical – dilute 1:1 for children and sensitive skin • Apply to reflex points and area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Angina, catarrh, colic, congestion, club foot, diarrhea, flatulence, indigestion, loss of

appetite, low libido, morning sickness, nausea, pelvic pain syndrome, poor circulation, rheumatic fever, rheumatoid arthritis, scurvy, sore throat, vertigo, vomiting

Caution: • Contact sensitivity with repeated use • Avoid direct sunlight/UV for 3-6 hours after use • Use no more than 3 drops in bath and 2% in massage oils


Grapefruit Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Balancing, uplifting, eases anxiety. Lifts self-esteem and optimism. Creates sense of

euphoria. Benefits:

• Antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, disinfectant, diuretic, immune and lymphatic stimulant, stimulant, tonic


Usage: • Drug addiction, anorexia, appetite suppressant, bulimia, cellulite, dry throat, edema,

gallbladder stones, hangovers, lymphatic decongestant, mental stress, post miscarriage, obesity, overeating, performance stress, PMS, Seasonal Affective Disorder, slimming/toning, stress, withdrawal

Caution: • Avoid direct sunlight during use


Helichrysum Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Uplifting, eases anger. Releases repressed emotion. Enhances meditation and allows

insight. Alleviates loneliness. Benefits:

• Antibacterial, anti-catarrhal, anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antispasmodic, antiviral, expectorant, mucolytic


Usage: • Abscess tooth, AIDS/HIV, aneurysm, bleeding, bone bruise, broken blood vessels, bruises,

catarrh, cholesterol, cleansing, colitis, cuts, dermatitis/eczema, detoxification, earache, fibroids, gallbladder infection, hematoma, hemorrhaging, Herpes Simplex, incisional hernia, liver stimulant, lymphatic drainage, nose bleed, pancreas stimulant, phlebitis, psoriasis, sciatica, shock, staph infection, stroke, sunscreen, swollen eyes, impaired taste, tennis elbow, tinnitus, tissue pain, tissue repair, vertigo, viral infections, wounds


Helichrysum Index

Essential Oils

Caution: • Contact sensitivity with repeated use • Avoid direct sunlight/UV for up to 72 hours after use


Jasmine Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Emotionally warming and uplifting. Aids in emotional balance. Creates sense of euphoria,

optimism, and confidence. Releases fears associated with sexual inadequacy. Benefits:

• Analgesic, anti-catarrhal, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, sedative, tonic

Application: • Topical – Neat • Apply to reflex points and/or directly to area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • .Acne, anxiety, dry skin, congestion, depression, dysentery, emotional imbalance,

exhaustion, hepatitis, menstrual pain, muscle spasms, PMS, prostate enlargement, low libido

Caution: • Avoid during pregnancy


Juniper Berry Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Clears, stimulates, and strengthen the mind. Releases negative energies. Enhances

cleansing meditation. Benefits:

• Antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, aphrodisiac, astringent, diuretic, detox, tonic Application:

• Topical – Dilute 1:1 • Apply to reflex points and/or directly to area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Cystitis, cellulite, fluid retention, arthritis, rheumatism, gout, oily skin, acne, dermatitis,

eczema, swelling, urinary tract infection Caution:

• Avoid during pregnancy • Possible for kidney over-stimulation


Lavender Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Promotes consciousness, health, love, peace, general sense of well-being, and creativity.

Clears head, calming senses and makes them more alert. Restores harmony and balance. Enhances meditation.

Benefits: • Analgesic, antiallergenic, anticoagulant, anticonvulsant, antidepressant, antifungal,

antihistamine, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, anti-mutagenic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, antitumor, cardiotonic, regenerative, sedative



Lavender Index

Essential Oils

Usage: • Abuse, acne, agitation, allergies, anxiety, appetite loss, arrhythmia, asthma,

atherosclerosis, bites/stings, blisters, boils, soothes breasts, burns, calming, cancer, chicken pox, club foot, concentration, convulsions, crying, cuts, cystitis, dandruff, depression, diabetic sores, diaper rash, diuretic, dysmenorrhea, exhaustion, fever, gangrene, flatulence, giardia, gnat and midge repellent, grief, dry hair, hair loss, hay fever, inguinal hernia, Herpes Simplex, hyperactivity, impetigo, inflammation, influenza, insomnia, itching, jet lag, dry lips, mastitis, menopause, mental stress, mood swings, mosquito repellent, muscular paralysis, nausea, pain, parasympathetic nervous system stimulation, Parkinson’s Disease, phlebitis, physical stress, poison ivy/oak, post labor, postpartum depression, rashes, relaxation, Rheumatoid Arthritis, sedative, seizure, dry/sensitive skin, skin ulcers, sleep stress, stretch marks, sunburn, tachycardia, teeth grinding, teething pain, tension, thrush, ticks, leg ulcers, varicose ulcer, vertigo, withdrawal, worms, wounds, wrinkles

Caution: • Avoid during pregnancy • Avoid if you have epilepsy


Lemon Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Increased health, healing, physical energy, purification. Creates sense of invigoration,

amplification, and warming. Clears confusion, creating clarity. Creates sense of strength and positivity. Enhances mind-clearing meditation.

Benefits: • Anticancer, antidepressant, antiseptic, antifungal, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiviral,

astringent, antispasmodic, diuretic, tonic Application:

• Topical-neat • Apply to reflex points and area of concern • Aromatic • Internal


Lemon Index

Essential Oils

Usage: • Acne, air pollen, anxiety, atherosclerosis, bites/stings, blood pressure regulation, bleeding,

brain injury, circulatory system, cold sores, colds, concentration, constipation, depression, slow digestion, disinfectant, dry throat, dysentery, exhaustion, fever, influenza, furniture polish, gout, oily hair, grief, grease removal, hangovers, heartburn, immune system enhancement, intestinal parasites, kidney stones, lymphatic cleansing, MRSA, nervous system enhancement, overeating, pancreatitis, postpartum depression, dull skin, stress, throat infection, tonsillitis, varicose veins, wounds, counteracts acidity and cholesterol build up in body

Caution: • Possible skin irritant • Avoid direct sunlight/UV for up to 12 hours after use • Use no more than 3 drops in bath


Lemongrass Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Promotes awareness and purification. Invigorating, uplifting, and energizing. Enhances

concentration and clear thoughts. Benefits:

• Analgesic, antibacterial, anticancer, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiseptic, deodorant, insect repellent, revitalizer, sedative, tonic, vasodilator

Application: • Topical – neat • Topical – dilute 1:1 for children and sensitive skin • Apply to reflex points and area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Air pollution, airborne bacteria, athletes foot, carpal tunnel syndrome, cholesterol,

cramping, cystitis, diuretic, edema, excessive perspiration, fleas, frozen shoulder, gastritis, Grave’s Disease, Hasimoto’s Disease, incisional and inguinal hernia, poor vision, lactose intolerance, lymphatic drainage, mental fatigue, muscular dystrophy, paralysis, purification, weak retina, skin tone, sprains and strains, tissue damage, urinary tract infection, varicose veins, whiplash, wounds

Caution: • Possible skin irritant • Use no more than 3 drops in bath and 2% in massage oil


Marjoram Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Calms hypersensitivity, eases stress and tension. Comforting while bringing out hidden

strength and endurance. Benefits:

• Analgesic, antiviral, antibacterial, anaphrodisiac, antispasmodic, digestive, sedative, tonic, vasodilator

Application: • Topical • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Sinusitis, catarrh, viral infections, bacterial infection, muscle warming and cleansing,

anxiety, asthma, constipation, high blood pressure, menstrual cramps, muscle spasms, migraine, pain



Mandarin Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Eases nervous tension. Slows mind and allows rest while instilling strength. Allows

connection to inner self. Benefits:

• Antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, depurative, digestive, diuretic, sedative, tonic Application:

• Topical • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Fluid retention, oily skin, stretch marks, digestive problems

Caution: • Avoid direct sunlight or UV light for 3-4 hours after use


Melaleuca (Tea Tree) Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Promotes cleansing and purity. Creates sense of strength and internal warming.

Invigorating and inspires confidence and hope. Strengthens internal energies. Benefits:

• Analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-parasitic, antiseptic, antiviral, decongestant, digestive, expectorant, immune stimulant, insecticidal, neurotonic, respiratory stimulant, stimulant, and tissue regenerative



Melaleuca (Tea Tree) Index

Essential Oils

Usage: • Acne, allergies, aneurysm, asthma, athlete’s foot, bacterial infections, bites/stings, boils,

bronchitis, Candida, canker sores, cavities, chicken pox, cleansing, cold sores, colds, coughs, cuts, cystitis, dermatitis, dry eyes, ear infection, earache, influenza, fungal infection, gum disease, hepatitis, Herpes Simplex, hives, immune system, infected wounds, infection, inflammation, influenza, jock itch, lice, mouth ulcers MRSA, mumps, nail infection, pink eye, rashes, ringworm, Rubella, scabies, shingles, shock, sore throat, staph infection, sunburn, thrush, tonsillitis, urinary tract infection, vaginal infection, varicose ulcer, viral infections, warts, wounds

Caution: • Contact sensitivity with repeated use • Use no more than 4 drops in bath and 2% in massage oil


Melissa (Lemon Balm) Index

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Aromatic Influence: • Calming, uplifting, and balances emotion. Used for harmonization of mind and body, and

also to restore clarity. Enhances meditation. Benefits:

• Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antidepressant, antihistamine, antimicrobial, antispasmodic, antiviral, hypertensive, tonic, sedative

Application: • Topical – Neat • Apply to reflex points and/or directly to area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Allergies, anxiety, asthma, bronchitis, cough, colds, cold sores, colic, depression,

dysentery, eczema, fevers, heart conditions, hypertension, indigestion, insect bites, insomnia, menstrual problems, migraine, nausea, nervous tension, palpitations, shock, infertility in women, throat, vertigo, vomiting

Caution: • Take care to only use therapeutic grade oil


Myrrh Index

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Aromatic Influence: • Promotes awareness, uplifting sensation, peace, and tranquility. Considered to be one of

the most spiritual of the essential oils, aiding in meditation. Helps allow those who are stuck to move on in life.

Benefits: • Anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antitumor, astringent, expectorant, sedative,

tonic Application:

• Topical-neat • Apply to reflex points and area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Anxiety, Athlete’s Foot, cancer, chapped skin, congestion, dysentery, gum disease,

Hashimoto’s Disease, hepatitis, hyperthyroidism, infection, liver cirrhosis, menstruation, skin ulcers, stretch marks, duodenal ulcers, weeping wounds



Neroli (Orange Blossom) Index

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Aromatic Influence: • Boosts confidence and self-esteem. Relieves mental or emotional stress and anxiety.

Gentle aphrodisiac. Calms the easily agitated, emotionally unstable, and insecure. Grounds in present moment. Enhances spiritual healing in meditation.

Benefits: • Antibacterial, antidepressant, anti-parasitic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral,

aphrodisiac, deodorant, sedative, tonic Application:

• Topical – Dilute 1:1 • Apply to reflex points and/or directly to area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Anxiety, bacterial infection, circulation, depression, diarrhea, flatulence, headaches,

hysteria, insomnia, menstrual cramps, dyspepsia, palpitations, PMS, scars, shock, skin vitality, wrinkles


Oregano Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Strengthens feeling of security.

Benefits: • Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-parasitic, respiratory antiseptic, antiviral, immune stimulant

Application: • Topical – dilute 1:3 • Apply to reflex points and area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Athlete’s foot, calluses, Candida, canker sores, carpal tunnel syndrome, ebola virus, fungal

infections, immune system stimulant, inflammation, intestinal parasites, MRSA, muscle aches, nasal polyp, parasites, plague, pneumonia, ringworm, staph infection, vaginal candida, viral infections, body warming, warts, whooping cough

Caution: • Possible skin irritant


Orange Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Calming and uplifting to mind and body. Relieves fear of the unknown and self-doubt.

Helps create optimism, opening blocked channels. Benefits:

• Anticancer, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, digestive, sedative, tonic

Application: • Topical – neat • Apply to reflex points and area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Anxiety, colds, constipation, cramps, diarrhea, flatulence, slow digestion, fear, heart

palpitations, influenza, insomnia, menopause, nervousness, uplifting, withdrawal Caution:

• Avoid direct sunlight for up to 12 hours after use


Palo Santo Index

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Aromatic Influence: • Physically grounding and calming. Releases negative emotion. Enhances feeling of

connection and focus during meditation. Benefits:

• Anti-infectious, anti-tumor, antiviral, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, immune stimulant, sedative

Application: • Topical – Dilute 1:1 • Apply to reflex points and/or directly on area of concern • Aromatic

Usage: • Cancer, infection, rheumatism, immune stimulant, muscle pain, nervous system, viruses, inflammation,

stress Caution:

• Possible skin irritant


Patchouli Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Sedating, calming, and relaxing. Reduces anxiety. May influence sex, physical energy, and

money. Aphrodisiac. Alleviates lethargy, confusion, and depression. Aids in grounding the over-intelligent. Enhances meditation though slowing thoughts and aiding in centering.

Benefits: • Antidepressant, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antimicrobial, antiseptic,

antitoxic, astringent, decongestant, deodorant, diuretic, fungicide, insecticidal, digestive stimulant, sedative, tonic


Usage: • Acne, dermatitis, diuretic, dandruff, eczema, fever, mosquito repellent, skin regeneration,

sores, termite repellent Caution:

• Take care to only use therapeutic grade oil


Peppermint Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Purifying and stimulating to conscious mind. May aid memory, concentration, and mental

performance. Helps to increase low self-esteem and combat insecurity. Aids in meditation to increase intuition.

Benefits: • Analgesic, antibacterial, anti-carcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic,

antiviral, astringent, expectorant, stimulant Application:



Peppermint Index

Essential Oils

Usage: • Alertness, antioxidant, asthma, autism, bacterial infection, Bell’s Palsy, brain injury, chronic

fatigue, cold sores, colon polyps, congestion, constipation, body cooling, cramps, Crohn’s Disease, diarrhea, dysmenorrhea, endurance, fainting, fever, influenza, gamma radiation exposure, gastritis, Halitosis, headaches, heartburn, heatstroke, hiatal hernia, Herpes Simplex, hives, hot flashes, Huntington’s Disease, hypothyroidism, indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome, itching, jet lag, lactation, memory, menstrual pain, migraines, motion sickness, MRSA, multiple sclerosis, muscle aches, muscle fatigue, myelin sheath, nausea, olfactory loss, osteoporosis, paralysis, rhinitis, scabies, sciatica, shock, sinusitis, surgical wounds, swollen eyes, tennis elbow, throat infection, typhoid, gastric ulcer, varicose veins, vomiting

Caution: • Contact sensitivity with repeated use • Caution for those with high blood pressure • Caution during pregnancy • Avoid use in small children and infants


Pine Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Uplifting, calms nervous exhaustion and fatigue. Warming and cleansing. Helps increase

confidence and allows acceptance and forgiveness. Benefits:

• Germicide, antibacterial, antimicrobial, anti-neuralgic, antiseptic, antiviral, balsamic, deodorant, diuretic, expectorant, insecticide, tonic

Application: • Topical • Aromatic

Usage: • Poor circulation, bronchitis, catarrh, asthma, sinusitis, airborne germicide, fatigue,

exhaustion, cystitis, urinary tract infection Caution:

• Do not use if you have sensitive skin • Use in small amounts


Roman Chamomile Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Calming and relaxing, helps ease depression, insomnia, and stress. Diffuses emotional

charge of anxiety, irritability, and nervousness. Soothes and clears minds, creates peace and patience.

Benefits: • Analgesic, antiseptic, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, anti-parasitic, antispasmodic,

digestive, sedative Application:


Usage: • Acne, allergic conditions, arthritis, bee/hornet stings, calming, club foot, dull pains,

dysentery, eczema, head aches, hyperactivity, insomnia, menopause, menstrual pain, mood swings, muscle spasms, neuralgia, neuritis, nerve pain, parasites, rashes, sciatica, shock, dry skin, sore nipples

Caution: • Possible skin irritant • Avoid during pregnancy


Rose Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Stimulates and elevates mind. Creates sense of well-being. Alleviates negative emotion,

allowing hope and love. Allows closure at the after the end of a relationship. Aphrodisiac. Benefits:

• Antidepressant, anti-hemorrhagic, anti-infectious, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, sedative, tonic


Usage: • Anxiety, aphrodisiac, dry skin, poison ivy/oak, menstrual problems, PMS, scar prevention

Caution: • Caution during pregnancy


Rosemary Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Memory stimulant. Purifying and protecting. Opens conscious mind and allows inner

vision. Strengthens mind and increases creativity. Benefits:

• Analgesic, antibacterial, anticancer, anti-catarrhal, antifungal, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, antioxidant, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant, tonic


Usage: • Addiction, adenitis, antioxidant, arterial vasodilator, arthritis, Bell’s Palsy, cancer, cellulite,

chemical stress, cholera, club foot, constipation, detoxification, diabetes, diuretic, fainting, fatigue, influenza, oily hair, hair loss, headaches, inflammation, kidney infection, lice, low blood pressure, memory, Muscular Dystrophy, osteoarthritis, Schmidt’s Syndrome, sinusitis, vaginal infection, vaginitis, viral hepatitis, worms

Caution: • Avoid during pregnancy • Avoid if you have epilepsy • Avoid if you have high blood pressure


Sandalwood Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Calms, harmonizes, and balances emotions. Meditation enhancement allowing a quiet

mind and increased spiritual potential. Eases depression, stress, irritation, and fear. Aphrodisiac.

Benefits: • Antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antibacterial, antitumor, aphrodisiac, astringent,

expectorant, sedative, tonic Application:

• Topical-neat • Apply to reflex points of feet and/or area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Acne, Alzheimer’s Disease, aphrodisiac, back pain, bronchitis, cancer, cartilage repair,

coma, confusion, exhaustion, fear, dry hair, hiccups, immune support, laryngitis, Lou Gehrig’s Disease, meditation, moles, Multiple Sclerosis, rashes, dry skin, ultraviolet radiation, urinary tract infection, vertigo, yoga

Caution: • Take care to use only therapeutic grade oils


Thyme Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Energizing in physical weakness and stress. Aids concentration. Uplifting and aids

depression. Increases emotional, physical, and spiritual strength. Benefits:

• Antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiviral, antiseptic, antispasmodic, digestive, expectorant, stimulant, tonic

Application: • Topical – dilute 1:4 • Apply to reflex points and/or area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Acne, antioxidant, anxiety, appetite regulation, asthma, bacterial infection, bites/stings,

blood clots, bronchitis, circulatory disorders, chronic fatigue, colds, croup, depression, eczema, fatigue, fungal infection, hypertension, oily/fragile hair, hair loss, mold, MRSA, parasites, pleurisy, pneumonia, prostatitis, psoriasis, radiation wounds, slow digestion, sciatica, stiff joints, tuberculosis

Caution: • Avoid during pregnancy • Caution if you have high blood pressure • Possible irritant


Vetiver Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Stress relief, relief from emotional trauma and shock. Natural tranquilizer, induces restful

sleep. Affects parathyroid gland. Decreases oversensitivity. Enhances meditation increasing wisdom and insight. Increases feeling of being connected.

Benefits: • Antiseptic, antispasmodic, immune stimulant, rubefacient, sedative circulatory stimulant,

tonic Application:

• Topical-neat • Apply to reflex points and/or area of concern • Mixed in bath or lotion blends • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • ADD/ADHD, acne, balance, diabetes, immune enhancement, irregular/absent periods,

menopause, moth repellent, skin tone, skin infection, termite repellent, vertigo Caution:

• Caution during pregnancy


White Fir Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Creates feeling of grounding and empowerment. Physical relaxant. Mental stimulant.

Benefits: • Analgesic, anti-arthritic, anti-catarrhal, pulmonary antiseptic, expectorant, stimulant

Application: • Topical-neat • Apply to reflex points and/or area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Bronchitis, bursitis, cartilage inflammation, energizing, frozen shoulder, furniture polish,

muscle fatigue/pain, sprains. Caution:

• Possible skin irritant


Ylang-Ylang Index

Essential Oils

Aromatic Influence: • Influences sexual energy. Enhances relationships. Helps stimulate adrenal glands.

Creates sense of euphoria, calming, and relaxation. Alleviates anger. Aids in self-expression and releasing repressed inner feelings.

Benefits: • Antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, sedative, tonic

Application: • Topical-neat • Apply to reflex points and/or area of concern • Aromatic • Internal

Usage: • Anxiety, aphrodisiac, arrhythmia, calming, colic, crying, diabetes, depression, exhaustion,

fear, hair loss, high blood pressure, hormonal balance, hyperpnoea, impotence, irritability, low libido, oily skin, palpitations, PMS, relaxation, sedative, stress, tachycardia, tension

Caution: • Contact sensitivity with repeated use

C Cooking Recipes



Cooking Recipes Recipes

Essential Oils

Baked Chicken 4 Chicken Breasts 2 drops Rosemary Oil 2 drops Sage Oil 2 drops Lemon Oil 4 tbsp Olive Oil Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Bake chicken for 25 minutes. Add oils into mixing bowl stir. Brush the cooked chicken with the mixture, cover the chicken and place it back on the heat for 10-15 minutes. Allow the oils to penetrate the chicken for a full-bodied flavor.



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Butternut Soup 2 Tbsp. olive oil 2 onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped Salt Pepper 2 lbs butternut squash, peeled and cubed 4 cups vegetable broth 2 drops clove oil 3 drops nutmeg oil 1 drop cinnamon oil

In a soup pan over medium heat, sauté onions, garlic, salt, and pepper in olive oil until tender. Add cubed squash and cook for 3-5 minutes. Add broth and bring to a boil over medium high heat. Continue to boil for 25 minutes or until squash is fork tender. Remove from heat. Puree until smooth and stir in oils. Allowing oils to infuse the soup for 10 minutes and then serve.



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Lavender Roasted Potatoes 3 red potatoes 5 carrots 1/2 cup whole garlic cloves 1 large white onion, sliced or 2 cups of pearl onions, whole 2 cups zucchini, cut in 1/2 inch slices 3 Tbs. olive oil sea salt to taste 1 drop of lavender essential oil Pinch of lavender buds

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Coat potatoes, carrots, onions, and garlic with olive and lavender oil. Sprinkle lavender buds and sea salt over vegetables. Roast 25 minutes. Add zucchini and bake an additional 15 minutes.



Essential Oils

Salad Dressing ½ cup lemon juice 1 tsp minced garlic 2 tbsp reduced-salt soy sauce or Braggs ½ tsp dried basil ½ tsp oregano ½ tsp thyme 1 drop dill essential oil 1 drop sage essential oil

Mix all ingredients together. Store in glass container. (If dressing is too potent, dilute with olive oil)



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Spinach Frittata 2 tbsp olive oil 1 drop basil oil essential oil 1 drop oregano oil essential oil 1 bunch green onions, chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 10 ounces spinach 6 eggs Pinch salt Pinch pepper 1/3 cup plain yogurt 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled

In a sauté pan mix olive, basil, and oregano oils. Add green onions and garlic, and sauté on medium heat until tender. Add spinach in small bunches until wilted and heated through. Set aside. Whisk eggs, salt, and pepper together. Add yogurt to egg mixture and mix thoroughly. Place drained spinach mixture in a nonstick cake or pie pan. Pour egg mixture over spinach and gently mix. Add feta and bake in a 350 degree oven for 20 minutes, until firm.



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Warming Hot Chocolate 1 cup of milk (any type) 1 tbsp raw cacao powder 1 drop cinnamon essential oil 1 drop clove essential oil 2 drops orange essential oil Honey or agave to taste Pinch of cayenne pepper Warm milk and cacao in a pan, then add honey and essential oils and the pinch of cayenne.


Regulations Teamwork

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Regulations & Licensing Information Aromatherapy is currently an unregulated and unlicensed field both for the practice of aromatherapy as well as the manufacture of aromatherapy products. As a whole the industry seeks to comply with current safety and standards of practice and to stay informed about potential impending regulations with regards to manufacturing aromatherapy based products. NAHA is devoted to bringing you up to date information on any impending legislation. With regards to licensing: aromatherapy is an unlicensed profession in the United States. Many aromatherapy practitioners hold a license in another occupation, e.g. nursing, massage therapy, esthetics, naturopathy, acupuncture, etc. Because licensing tends to be profession driven rather then government driven (although this too may happen, e.g. licensing of reflexologists in the state of WA), it is highly unlikely that we will see a license for aromatherapy anytime soon.

"National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy." Regulations | . N.p., n.d. Web. 20 Aug. 2013.

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