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Thursday, January 26, 2012

Essential (Aromatherapy) Oils and their uses


THESE ESSENTIAL OILS ARE SOMETHING THAT I AM TRYING NOW.  I DO LIKE IT.:D ESPECIALLY, THE JOJOBA OIL.(THIS IS, WHAT IS CALLED A CARRIER OIL) U ADD, AN ESSENTIAL OIL, TO THE CARRIER OIL AND USE IT IN MANY DIFFERENT WAYS TO SOOTHE THOSE ACHING MUSCLES OR PAIN, FROM OUR WEIRY BODIES.
U CAN FIND WAYS OF USING THESE ESSENTIAL OILS, LIKE FOR A HOT BODY MESSAGE) OHHH--SOMETHING, I WOULD LIKE AND ACTUALLY, DO NEED. I ADD JUST THE CARRIER OIL, TO MY HOT BATH WATER AND IT MAKES MY SKIN FEEL SO SOFT--GREAT!!
AT THIS TIME, I AM GIVING U MY OPINION ONLY, FOR I AM TESTING IT OUT ON MYSELFAND SO FAR, IT PASSES MY TEST.
I AM LISTING THE ESSENTIAL OIL AND IT'S USES. SO, CHECK IT OUT AND SEE IF, IT WILL BENEFIT U.:))<3 Karen




Basil Sweet
Ocimum basilicum, from India Plant Part: Leaves
Uses: Respiratory infection, digestive problem, mental fatigue, headache, memory enhancement.

Bergamot (Bergaptene Free)
Citrus bergamia, from Italy Plant Part: Fruit Peel
"Bergapten Free" - This allows the Bergamot to be used in skin care without worrying about sun exposure after use.
Uses: Anxiety, depression, cold, sore throat, fevers, herpes, acne, boils, insect bites, all infected skin conditions, etc.

Cinnamon Bark
Cinnamomum zeylanicum, from China Plant Part: Bark
Uses: anti fungal, chills, colds, flu, cough, infection, poor circulation, rheumatism, diarrhea.
Note: May be hot or irritate skin and mucous membranes. Use highly diluted.
Clary Sage
Salvia sclarea, from Chiana Plant Part: Leaves and flowers
Uses: asthma, stress, depression, insomnia, exhaustion, menopausal problems, PMS.

Lavender French (Fine)
Lavandula angustifolia, from France Plant Part: Flowers
This lavender is grown at a high pristine elevation over 700 meters in France.
Lavender Fine is high in esters which provide calming and balance to the nervous system and contains no camphor smell as does the less-expensive commercial grade. Lavender Fine has a lower essential oil yield than other varieties, but its quality is worth the effort.
Uses: Headaches, migraine, insomnia, anxiety, tension, panic, fatigue, nervous conditions, cuts, burns, chilblains, eczema, sunburn, insect bites, rashes , rheumatism, arthritis, etc


Lavender Population (High Altitude)



Lavandula angustifolia, from France Plant Part: Flowers
Alpine Lavender is always higher in esters than plants grown at lower altitudes. This lavender is grown at a high pristine elevation over 1,000 meters in France.
Lavender Population is considered the best Lavender oil for aromatherapy. The cost is higher because of the fact that the overall yield is lower due to the higher elevations.
Uses: Headaches, migraine, insomnia, anxiety, tension, panic, fatigue, nervous conditions, cuts, burns, chilblains, eczema, sunburn, insect bites, rashes , rheumatism, arthritis, etc




Lemon (5 Fold)
Citrus limonum, from Italy Plant Part: Fruit Peel
5 Fold citrus essential oils are richer and more concentrated than the regular citrus essential oils.
Uses: Acne, cuts, warts, wounds, colds, depression, fatigue, digestion, fever, infections, mouth ulcers, rheumatism, promotes concentration.
Orange (certified organic)
Citrus sinensis, from USA Plant Part: Fruit Peel
Uses: Colds, insomnia, stress, constipation, flatulence, indigestive, etc.

Peppermint (certified organic)
Mentha arvensis, from India Plant Part: Herb
Uses: Digestion problems, headaches, nausea, fatigue, motion sickness, shock, sinus problems, joint and muscle pain, poor circulation, mouth or gum infections.
Tea Tree
Melaleuca alternifolia, from China Plant Part: Leaves
Uses: acne, bronchitis, colds, flu, sore thoat, catarrh, sinusitis, candida, dandruff, insect bites, blisters, chicken pox, warts, all infections.
Thyme (Red)
Thymus vulgaris, from India Plant Part: Leaves
Uses: colds, flu, sore throat , bronchitis, respiratory problems , all infections, acne, muscular pains, poor circulation, rheumatism. arthritis, sprains.
Vanilla (10 Fold)
Color: Dark brown (Soluble in water. Immiscible in oil) Plant Part: Fruit Origin:India
Uses: Depression, stress, tension, nervousness, insomnia, etc.

Air Freshener Blend
Ingredients: Lemon, Grapefruit, Orange, Lavender, Ylang Ylang
This blend will brighten and elevate your mood. It is wonderful for freshening and cleanses the air in your home, car or office.
Room Spray: Use 15-20 drops per 4 oz of water (shake well before use). It can make up to 60 oz of mist spray.
Energy Blend
Ingredients: Peppermint, Rosemary, Lemon, and Eucalyptus
This scent can assist you when you want to feel at the peak of your mental powers and a stimulating mood.

Cold & Flu Blend
Ingredients: Eucalyptus, Thyme, Tea Tree, Pine
This blend will help you fight colds and flu when flu season is here.
It is great for inhalations and chest rub- mix with a little carrier oil and massage on the bottom of your feet and on the chest. Apply at very first sign of a cold can often stop the cold from developing.

Cozy Home Blend
Ingredients: Anise Star, Cinnamon Bark, Clove bud, Ginger, Nutmeg, Lemon, Orange Sweet
This aroma is very pleasant and soothing. It will delight your sense and is helpful when battling flu and colds.

Celebration Blend
Ingredients: Bergamot, Cinnamon Bark, Cypress, Frankincense, Grapefruit, Ylang Ylang
This blend gives you joy and laughter especially for celebrating special occasions and family gathering. You will feel warmth in your heart and be grateful for all the things you have and cherish.

Exotic Blend
Ingredients: Clary Sage, Nutmeg, Patchouli, Benzoin, Lemon, Ylang Ylang
This blend will make all your senses explore new directions where you have not wondered before. A favorite way is to wear as a perfume or use in diffuser and room spray to scent your home.
Happiness Blend
Ingredients: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Lavender, Ylang Ylang
Sweet and uplifting. This blend will make you feel joy and happiness. Blend with true therapeutic quality essential oils. It is perfect wear as perfume oil - a little goes a long way.


✿✿✿ Precious Oils ✿✿
Precious oils are expensive; the 3 % dilution is a wonderful way to get true aroma in an affordable way. This dilution has a nice strength; you can hardly believe they are 3% dilution.

It is nice to add in your creams, lotion or when a recipe calls for them. Jojoba oil is perfect for the skin too!

Jasmine Sambac Absolut 3% in Jojoba Oil
Jasminum sambac , from India Plant Part:Flowers
Where rose is often considered the ‘Queen of oils’, Jasmine is regarded as the ‘King’.Jasmine oil is very costly to make that it takes 8,000 carefully hand-picked blossoms to produce about 1 ml of absolute.
All absolutes are extremely concentrated that very little is needed in treatment.
Uses:
Aphrodisiac, nervous tension, stress-related conditions, depression, coughs, labor pains, skin care, etc.
Neroli 3% in Jojoba Oil
Citrus aurantium, from Italy Plant Part:Flowers (Bitter Orange)
Neroli essential oil is expensive; most Neroli distilled with leaves (Petitgrain) and blossoms and labeled "Pure Neroli".

Our Neroli is distilled from blossoms only.

Uses: Anxiety, depression, insomnia, skin care, scars, stretch marks, shock, PMS, intestinal spasm, etc.
Vanilla Absolut 3% in Jojoba Oil
Vanilla planifolia , from Madagascar Plant Part:Bean
Uses: Vanilla Absolute mainly used in the fragrance industry. It promotes love and peace.

✿✿✿ Carrier Oils ✿✿

Pomegranate Seed Oil
cold pressed/ unrefined, from Turkey
Pomegranate Seed Oilis extremely nutritious oil and has high levels of anti-oxidants that fight free radicals and skin aging. Itadds moisture to the skin, improves skin elasticity and resistant to wrinkles
Pomegranate seed oil is expensive, because it takes 200 pounds of fresh pomegranates to make just one pound of pomegranate seed oil!
Pomegranate Seed Oil is thicker than other carrier oils. It may be used straight from the bottle (Gently massage 1-2 drops into the face before going to bed) or adding into any moisturizer. Only a small amount can do wonders for your skin. (Please take off the orifice reducer before use).
(For more information, please see listing "Pomegranate Seed Oil")
Tamanu Oil (certified organic)
cold pressed/ unrefined, from Vanuatu
Tamanu oil is considered a cure-all for almost every skin ailment you can think of, it has been used for cuts, burns, sunburns, insect bites, acne and acne scars, stretch marks, dry and cracked skin, eczema, psoriasis, ringworm, skin ulcers, skin rashes, swellings, boils, sores, arthritis, rheumatism, etc.
(For more information, please see listing "Tamanu Oil")
Aromatherapy Inhaler 
An Aromatherapy Inhaler is perfect for use on the go. Simply apply essential oil to the cotton stick, insert, seal and it is ready for use. (can buy these over the net)
Instructions:
• Apply 15-20 drops of essential oils to cotton stick.
• Insert the cotton stick into the inhaler.
• Snap seal cap at bottom of inhaler.
• At the top of the inhaler, there is a small opening where one can inhale/breath in the aroma of the oils.
• When not in use, simply insert inhaler into the container. Screw together tightly to prevent loss of scent.
Disclaimer
This information is for educational purpose only. It is not intended for the treatment for prevention of disease.
Safety Information
·    Essential oils are pure and in many cases, food grade. However essential oils are highly concentrated, they are not recommend for taking internally (This is supported by the International Federation of Aromatherapists).
· Keep them away from children and animals.
· All essential oils are very strong, dilute prior to application on skin.
· Avoid during pregnancy.
· Do not contact with eyes.
I FELT LIKE, I NEEDED TO ADD THIS AS WELL.
WHEATGRASS
I HAVE READ THAT THIS PRODUCT GIVES US, SO MANY NUTRIENTS...FOR OUR BODIES.

Introduction:

Wheatgrass is the freshly sprouted shoots of grains of wheat. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, it is used interchangeably with barley grass. The tender young shoots of freshly sprouted barley or wheat seeds were used to treat diseases of the "spleen," or poor digestion, but also "stagnation of the liver," conditions characterized by an inability to respond to the emotional environment, usually depression after chronic anger or disappointment. Wheat grass is grown by soaking the seeds in clean water for 6-12 hours until they sprout and grow shoots approximately 2 inches (5 cm) long. Barley grass provides a broader ranger of nutrients, but wheat grass has a superior content of antioxidants and organic phosphates. Wheatgrass sprouting seeds themselves are a wonderful addition to any diet. As above, soak the seeds for 6-12 hours, rinse the water out, and dry thoroughly. This should be repeated at least 3 times, but may be repeated more if you want your seeds to get larger. Make sure they are very dry the last round of soak/rinse as they will keep better in the refrigerator the dryer to the touch that they are.

Constituents:

Quercetin, rutin, organic phosphates.

Parts Used:

The dried unjointed leaf. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, wheat grass may be "massed" or fermented before drying.

Typical Preparations:

A level tablespoon (3-4 grams) of powder added to teas, smoothies, or cereals, daily. Sometimes found in encapsulations.

Summary:

Wheat sprouts contain a very high level of organic phosphates and a powerful cocktail of antioxidant molecules. According to research recently published in the Journal of Clinical Gastroenterology, the antioxidant activity of catalase and peroxidase appears very strong. Addition of a small amount of wheat grass powder to food is known to prevent cataracts in aging dogs, and may have a similar effect in people. Wheatgrass juice has been called by some the "ultimate blood purifier", and according to available research data, this may very well be true.

Precautions:

Like barley grass, wheat grass may reduce lactation in nursing mothers.

For educational purposes only.
This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.
This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
                                           ~~MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF UR DAYS.:))<3 Karen~~