| Description | Black Pepper has a warm, fresh aroma. A stimulating and warming oil for muscular aches and pains. It is also invigorating and good for the digestive system. Country of Origin: India. Plant Family: Piperaceae. Method of Extraction: The oil is produced from dried, crushed, but not quite ripe, fruits of... | A wonderful citrus aroma which uplifts, cleanses and tones. May Chang is an excellent room deodoriser and insect repellent. Plant Family: Lauraceae. Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the pepper shaped fruits. Properties: antiseptic, non-irritant, astringent. Contraindications: May irritate the skin or mucous membrane. Do not use on... | Coriander is a bittersweet, spicy, peppery oil with a warming and uplifting aroma. It is a great oil for the digestive system thus a good choice for abdominal massage. It is also one of the world'd oldest culinary spices. Country of Origin: Russia. Plant Family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae) Method of Extraction: The oil is...
| Eucalyptus Globulus is a wonderfully clearing, camphoraceous essentail oil. It is excellent for colds and chills. Australian Aborigines refer to the plant as 'Kino' and bind the leaves to serious wounds. Country of Origin: China. Plant Family: Myrtaceae. Method of Extractiom: The oil is steam distilled from the fresh or... | Sweet Marjoram has a sweet herbaceous aroma. It is a relaxing, warming and comforting oil particularly good for overthinking and worry. It is also great for muscular aches and pains, lethargy and digestive problems. Country of Origin: Egypt. Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae). Method of Extraction: The oil is steam... | Neroli has a subtle, sweet-floral aroma. An excellent oil to use during stressful situations to calm and soothe the mind and heart. This oil comes from the blossoms (flowers) of the bitter Orange tree. Plant Family: Rutaceae Country of Origin: Tunisia Method of Extraction: The oil is distilled from the... |
| Content | Black Pepper has a warm, fresh aroma. A stimulating and warming oil for muscular aches and pains. It is also invigorating and good for the digestive system.
Country of Origin: India.
Plant Family: Piperaceae.
Method of Extraction: The oil is produced from dried, crushed, but not quite ripe, fruits of the Pepper vine.
Main Theraputic Properties: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anticatarrhal, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Antirheumatic, Digestive stimulant, Stomachic.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Did you know: Attila the Hun is reputed to have demanded 3000lbs of pepper as part of a ransom for Rome
Oil Appearance: Colourless to Pale Green, yellows with age.
Chakra: Solar Plexus.
Chinese Element: Water (& Earth).
As with many spice oils it is quite complex to produce. The fruits for this oil were imported into Europe for essential oil production adhering to very demanding quality specifications.
It is a delightful pepper oil, very much closer to the smell of ground pepper than other products.
Blend 2 drops of Black Pepper, 3 drops of Rosemary, 3 drops of Lemon and 1 drop of Lavender in 30ml of Sweet Almond oil and use as a pre-exercise massage oil.
Or try 1 drop of Black Pepper, 2 drops of Patchouli and 2 drops of Lavender, blended in 10ml of Grapeseed oil, this makes a very good blend for tummy problems. Always massage in a clockwise direction.
As with many of the spice oils, Black Pepper is extremely useful for sports massage as it warms the muscles.
| A wonderful citrus aroma which uplifts, cleanses and tones. May Chang is an excellent room deodoriser and insect repellent.
Plant Family: Lauraceae.
Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the pepper shaped fruits.
Properties: antiseptic, non-irritant, astringent.
Contraindications: May irritate the skin or mucous membrane. Do not use on sensitive or damaged skin.
Oil Appearance: Pale Yellow.
Oil of May Chang is a comparatively new essential oil to the West. It is steam-distilled from the pepper-shaped fruits (Cubeba) of this tropical tree.
The strong lemon odour of the main constituent (Citral - 75%) dominates and hence the oil resembles Lemongrass, although it has a rounder and more fruity aroma. While the synonym Litsea Citrata is often given for May Chang, Litsea Citrata is a related species with a lower Citral content.
Use 5 or 6 drops in an oil burner to ward of insects.
For oily or problem skin, try adding a few drops of May Chang to skin cleansing products to boost astringent and anti-bacterial properties, (not suitable for sensitive skin).
| Coriander is a bittersweet, spicy, peppery oil with a warming and uplifting aroma. It is a great oil for the digestive system thus a good choice for abdominal massage. It is also one of the world'd oldest culinary spices.
Country of Origin: Russia.
Plant Family: Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the crushed seeds of the fruit.
Main Theraputic Properties: Analgesic, Antispasmodic, Digestive stimulant, Antibacterial.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Did you know: Coriander was used as a herb of protection in medieval Europe, people would hang it in their homes or have it growing in their garden to bring security and peace to their households.
Oil Appearance: Pale yellow.
Chakra: Solar Plexus and Sacral
Chinese Element: Earth & Fire
Coriander is a herb that grows up to 90cm in height. It has green leaves, small white flowers and small round fruits.
It is colourless to pale yellow and cultivated all over Europe, particularly in Russia.
When convalescing or generally lacking appetite, try a daily abdomen massage with 1 drop of Coriander and 2 drops of Bergamot, blended in two teaspoons of Peach Kernel oil. Always massage the abdomen in a clockwise direction.
Or, try 2 drops of Coriander and 2 drops of Ginger, diluted in one teaspoon of Coconut oil and added to a warm bath to lift your spirits and ease general aches and pains.
| Eucalyptus Globulus is a wonderfully clearing, camphoraceous essentail oil. It is excellent for colds and chills. Australian Aborigines refer to the plant as 'Kino' and bind the leaves to serious wounds.
Country of Origin: China.
Plant Family: Myrtaceae.
Method of Extractiom: The oil is steam distilled from the fresh or partly dried, long and narrow leaves of the tree.
Main Theraputic Properties: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anticatarrhal, Antifungal, Antiviral, Decongestant, Antirheumatic.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Chakra: Brow and Heart.
Chinese Element: Metal
Eucalyptus Globulus is extremely useful during the winter months. It can be very effective in a steam inhalation.
Try adding 2 drops Eucalyptus, 1 drop Roman Chamomile and 1 drop Lavender to a bowl of just-boiled water. Lean over the bowl (not too close) with a towel covering your head and inhale the vapours for a few minutes. Alternatively, blend the same oils in two teaspoons of Sweet Almond oil and massage into the chest and back.
Blended with Citronella or Cedarwood in an oil burner, Eucalyptus can help maintain an insect-free BBQ! Alternatively, try the lemon-scented Eucalyptus Citriodora as a very powerful natural insect-repellent. | Sweet Marjoram has a sweet herbaceous aroma. It is a relaxing, warming and comforting oil particularly good for overthinking and worry. It is also great for muscular aches and pains, lethargy and digestive problems.
Country of Origin: Egypt.
Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae).
Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the dried leaves and flowering tops.
Main Theraputic Properties: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anticatarrhal, Antispasmodic, Calmative, Digestive stimulant, Neurotonic, Stomachic.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Did you know: In Greece, the flowers from this herb were used to crown married couples. They were said to be a symbol of love and honour.
Oil Appearance: Pale yellow or amber.
Chakra:Heart & Solar Plexus.
Chinese Element: Earth (& Fire).
Origanum Majorana is a strongly aromatic oil vaguely reminiscent of Nutmeg and Cardamom. Egypt is the prime source for this oil. It is important to differentiate between the various types of Marjoram, Thyme and Oregano as their names tend to get very confusing, even to experts.
Sweet Marjoram Essential Oil makes up only a small proportion of the Marjoram oils produced, most of which tend to be Spanish Marjoram. Spanish Marjoram (Oregano) is a completely different species, Thymus Masticina, and the so-called Wild Marjoram is the common garden herb, Origanum Vulgare, cultivated all over the world.
Sweet Marjoram (Origanum Majorana) is well known as a culinary herb cultivated in gardens all over the world.
Try blending 1 drop of Sweet Majoram, 2 drops of Mandarin and 3 drops of Lavender in a teaspoon of Peach Kernel oil and add to a warm bath before bedtime.
Blend 1 drop each of Sweet Marjoram, Rosemary and Cypress in 10ml of Sweet Almond oil and use as an after-sport massage oil.
| Neroli has a subtle, sweet-floral aroma. An excellent oil to use during stressful situations to calm and soothe the mind and heart. This oil comes from the blossoms (flowers) of the bitter Orange tree.
Plant Family: Rutaceae
Country of Origin: Tunisia
Method of Extraction: The oil is distilled from the flowers on the Orange blossom tree.
Main Theraputic Properties: Antibacterial, Aphrodisiac, Calmativem, Uterine tonic.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Did you know: The name of this oil came from an Italian princess who used it as her favourite perfume.
Oil Appearance: Clear to Pale Yellow.
Chakra: Sacral & Heart & Brow.
Chinese Element: Fire (& Wood).
Also known as Orange Blossom or Neroli Bigarade, this essential oil is water distilled from the flowers of the cultivated Bitter Orange tree.
The Orange flowers must be distilled immediately after picking, as they decay very quickly.
Tunisia is the most highly regarded producer of this exotic floral oil. This delightful oil has been carefully distilled in Tunisia with brand new, top quality equipment by skilled and experienced distillers. The difference is apparent in the quality.
For a wonderfully fragrant bath when you feel that the stresses and strains of life are too much, try blending 2 drops of Neroli, 1 drop of Jasmine and 1 drop of Clary Sage, in a teaspoonful of Peach Kernel oil and add to a very warm bath.
Blend 1 drop each of Neroli, Geranium and Bergamot in 10ml of Sweet Almond oil and apply to the back and shoulders as a pre-interview massage oil.
When feeling delicate and vulnerable, especially after giving birth, try 2 drops of Neroli, 1 drop of Rose, and 2 of Pettigrain to a teaspoon of Jojoba, swirl the mixture into a warm bath, lie back and let the subtle aroma bathe and soothe the emotions.
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