| Description | Ylang Ylang has a beautiful exotic, heady, floral and sensual aroma. It is great for relaxing and soothing the mind and body and is also a well known aphrodisiac. Country of Origin: Comoros Islands. Plant Family: Annonaceae. Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the flowers. Main Theraputic Properties: Aphrodisiac,... | Lemongrass can be very refreshing and relaxing and is commonly used as an insect repellent. Lemongrass oil helps to revive a tired mind and is a great tonic to revitalise the body. Country of Origin: Bhutan. Plant Family: Poaceae (Gramineae) Method of Extraction: The oil is Steam distilled from the leaves. Main Theraputic Properties: Antibacterial,... | Sweet Thyme has a clean, herbaceous, green aroma and is very useful during bouts of illness. It is a great oil for lethargy, digestive problems and respiratory conditions. Country of Origin: Spain Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae). Method of Extraction: The oil is produced by steam-distillation of the leaves and flowering tops. Main Theraputic Properties:... | Peppermint has a light, refreshing and a clear minty aroma. This oil is especially good for digestive problems and to refresh a tired mind, hence great for concentration and study. Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae). Country of Origin: England Method of Extraction: It is steam distilled from the leaves of the herb. Main... |
Lime is refreshing and uplifting for a tired mind with it’s citrus, bitter-sweet aroma. A stimulating and activating oil good for digestive problems, fatigue and especially good in skin creams for oily skin. Country of Origin: Mexico. Plant Family: Rutaceae. Method of Extraction: This oil is stem distilled from the…
| 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... |
| Content | Ylang Ylang has a beautiful exotic, heady, floral and sensual aroma. It is great for relaxing and soothing the mind and body and is also a well known aphrodisiac.
Country of Origin: Comoros Islands.
Plant Family: Annonaceae.
Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the flowers.
Main Theraputic Properties: Aphrodisiac, Calmative, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Did you know: In Indonesia, Ylang Ylang flowers are spread on newlyweds beds on their wedding night.
Oil Appearance: Pale Yellow.
Chakra: Base, Sacral & Heart.
Chinese Element: Fire
When Ylang Ylang is distilled, the first fraction is separated out and called Ylang Ylang Extra. The next fraction is known as Ylang Ylang I, then II and finally III.
Ylang Ylang I contains more of the heavier, floral base notes. Ylang Ylang III tends to go into soaps and everyday products.
We have selected this exquisite Ylang Ylang from the Comoros Islands in the Indian Ocean, where the climate and soil is ideal for excellent quality Ylang Ylang.
Ylang Ylang is one of the most popular essential oils for diffusing. It also blends well with Sandalwood, Bergamot, Rose, Jasmine, May Chang or Sweet Orange.
For a sensual massage blend, mix 2 drops of Ylang Ylang and 2 drops of Sandalwood in 10ml of Sweet Almond oil. | Lemongrass can be very refreshing and relaxing and is commonly used as an insect repellent. Lemongrass oil helps to revive a tired mind and is a great tonic to revitalise the body.
Country of Origin: Bhutan.
Plant Family: Poaceae (Gramineae)
Method of Extraction: The oil is Steam distilled from the leaves.
Main Theraputic Properties: Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Astringent, Digestive stimulant, Insecticide.
Contraindications: Do not use on children under the age of 2. Do not use on sensitive or damaged skin. Avoid using on people with prostatic hyperplasia or glucoma. Do not use at more than 1% dilution on the skin.
Oil Appearance: Yellow to amber.
Chakra: Throat and Base.
Chinese Element: Earth (& Fire).
Lemongrass has a fresh, clean, citrus aroma.
Lemongrass is produced from two totally distinct botanical species of Cymbopogon. Citratus is found only under cultivation, particularly in Guatemala. Despite early origins in Sri Lanka and India, it is sometimes confusingly referred to as West Indian Lemongrass. The other type is Cymbopogon Flexuosus which is only cultivated in relatively limited areas of India, particularly Kerala.
Try adding one drop each of Lemongrass, Lavender and Geranium to a bowl of warm water and soaking tired feet for 10 minutes.
A few drops of Lemongrass and Cedarwood in an oil burner will help keep insects away during the summer months.
| Sweet Thyme has a clean, herbaceous, green aroma and is very useful during bouts of illness. It is a great oil for lethargy, digestive problems and respiratory conditions.
Country of Origin: Spain
Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae).
Method of Extraction: The oil is produced by steam-distillation of the leaves and flowering tops.
Main Theraputic Properties: Antibacterial, Anticatarrhal, Anti-infectious, Neurotonic, Digestive stimulant, Antirheumatic.
Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.
Chakra: Base & Heart.
Chinese Element: Water & Metal.
The distillation of the oil is mainly undertaken in Spain, but also occurs elsewhere in the Mediterranean region.There are many different species of Thyme and within Thymus Vulgaris there are a variety of chemotypes that change the constituent make-up of the oil significantly.
The most common chemotypes are "Thymol" and "Carvacrol", which contain high levels of toxic Phenols (up to 60% Thymol and Carvacrol). Absolute Aromas offers "Sweet Thyme", which is sweeter, less toxic and less irritant than the Thymol and Carvacrol types, with a maximum 3% concentration of these components.
Try adding 1 drop each of Thyme, Lemon and Rosemary to the water in an oil burner to help create a 'germ-free zone' during times of family ills.
Blend 2 drops of Thyme, 3 drops of Geranium and 1 drop of Palmarosa in a teaspoon of Peach Kernel oil. Use as a body massage oil to help you get back on your feet after illness or if you are feeling run-down.
| Peppermint has a light, refreshing and a clear minty aroma. This oil is especially good for digestive problems and to refresh a tired mind, hence great for concentration and study.
Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae).
Country of Origin: England
Method of Extraction: It is steam distilled from the leaves of the herb.
Main Theraputic Properties: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anticatarrhal, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Digestive stimulant, Insect repellent.
Contraindications: Do not use if pregnant or breast feeding. Do not use on childern under the age of 5. Avoid using on people with epilepsy, heart disease or fever. Do not use at more than 2% dilution on the skin or mucous membrane areas. Do not apply more than 1ml per 24 hours.
Did you know: Mice and rats dislike the smell of peppermint so sprinkled on runs can act as a useful deterrent.
Oil Appearance: Clear.
Chakra: Throat & Sacral.
Chinese Element: Earth & Wood.
Acknowledged as the best quality Peppermint available, English Peppermint is at the luxury end of the market. The normal American mentha piperita tends to go into products such as toothpaste and confectionery. English peppermint (also known as Mitcham Peppermint) is used for after-dinner mints and mint liqueurs.
It is a much smoother, fuller and more rounded oil than the standard product. It has an unusually high content of methylesters (giving excellent body and sweetness) and a modest content of the bitter tasting ketone, Menthone.
It is often used in after-dinner mints and is popular after a bout of over-indulgence.
Blend 1 drop of Peppermint with 5ml of Sweet Almond oil for a comforting tummy rub (massage in a clockwise direction). Try adding 4 drops to a bowl of warm water for a wonderfully refreshing footbath.
Also a good insect repellent, use in a burner or diffuser, or add 10 drops to a plant spray filled with water -shake well and spray the room & bedding, etc. (Avoid polished wood - may cause bleaching of fabric).
| Lime is refreshing and uplifting for a tired mind with it's citrus, bitter-sweet aroma. A stimulating and activating oil good for digestive problems, fatigue and especially good in skin creams for oily skin.
Country of Origin: Mexico.
Plant Family: Rutaceae.
Method of Extraction: This oil is stem distilled from the peel of the fruit.
Main Theraputic Properties: Antiseptic, Antiviral, Astringent, Insecticide, Disinfectant.
Contraindications: Distilled Lime oil is non toxic and non irritant. (Cold pressed Lime is phototoxic).
Refresh aching feet by adding 1 drop each of Lime, Lemon and Geranium to a bowl of warm water and soak feet for at least five minutes.
Add 1 drop each of Lime, Lavender and Neroli to the water in a new plant spray and use as a natural room spray. Avoid polished surfaces and plants. | 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. |
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