This table is for reference only and is not intended to treat, diagnose or cure any disease. (Only the safe & effective essential oils are listed.) |
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Name of Oil |
Mind |
Body |
Skin |
Precautions |
Best Way to Use |
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| Bergamot (Citrus bergamia) |
relieves depression, balances the Sympathetic Nervous System (which increases brain activity in response to strong emotions) | infections of the respiratory system, urinary tract antiseptic, regulates appetite | not recommended | highly photosensitive | 6-8 drops in a diffuser for well-being & illness | |||||||||||||
| Cajeput (Melaleuca leucadendron) |
stimulating, yet balancing | excellent respiratory tract antiseptic which makes this oil suitable for diffusion/bath for any illness, pain relieving, lice and flea repellant | chronic skin problems, acne | a powerful oil, use with caution and in low dilution, may cause skin irritation, avoid during pregnancy | 2-4 drops in a diffuser for comon/head colds and can be combined with a top note essential oil such as bergamot, lemon, lime or tea tree | |||||||||||||
| Carrot Seed (Daucus carota) |
cleansing effect | purifier, cleanses bowels, fluid retention, anti-oxidant | adds tone & elasticity, has a formative action on epidermal cells, vitiligo, dermatitis, anti-oxidant, wrinkles, scarring, useful for all skin conditions | avoid during pregnancy | Due to the harsh scent and effectiveness of this oil, only a small amount is required. Add 2-4 drops to 30ml of a light carrier oil such as apricot kernel or sweet almond as use for skin care. | |||||||||||||
| Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica) |
calming & soothing, puts one back on the right path | regulates homeostatis, expectorant for respiratory tract, muscular aches & pains | oily scalp and dandruff, chronic skin problems, fungicide | avoid during pregnancy, use in low dilution | 2-4 drops in a diffuser for illness, especially bronchitis. Adding 4-6 drops of Bergamot to this works wonderfully. For chronic skin problems, add 2 drops to 5ml of olive oil. This will help speed recovery and give some relief. |
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| Chamomile ( Anthemis nobilis:roman & chamomilia:german) |
very relaxing, insomnia, sleep disturbances | back pain, menstrual & stomach problems, strengthens immunity | improves elasticity, strengthens tissues, dry & itchy skin, cleanser, thread/spider veins | avoid during the early months of pregnancy, use only after consulting a qualified aromatherapist | Make a 1-2% dilution (1-2 drops per 5ml) in a spray bottle and mist the room for sleep, mist your face & body for skin care, mist your hair to enhance natural blond hair. | |||||||||||||
| Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus) |
clearing and uplifting effect | insect repellant, headaches, prevention for illness, deodorizing | none | Avoid during pregnancy and skin irritant (use in low dilution) | 4-8 drops in a diffuser to repel bugs in summer | |||||||||||||
| Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens) |
calming action for talkative and irritable people, cleanses spirit | balances fluids, varicose veins, hormone imbalance, menopause and menstrual problems, coughs | balance fluids, mature skin, thread/spider veins | avoid during pregnancy, take care when using on varicose veins (do not apply pressure) | 4-6 drops in sea salt added to a hot bath for water retention/menstrual difficulties | |||||||||||||
| Eucalyptus (globulus, radiata, smithi) |
cools emotions, strengthens nervous system, aids concentration | infections of the respiratory tract, lowers fevers, flu, opens airways enabling easier breathing, pain reliever | bacterial infections and skin eruptions, congested skin, cleanser | a powerful oil, avoid during pregnancy, best avoided with high blood pressure and epilepsy, not compatible with homeopathic medicine *globulus species is not suitable for children under 3 years of age, use radiata or smithi |
2% dilution (2 drops per 5ml) in water mist to clear a sick room(s) and to stimulate the mind. To lower a fever, mix 2-4 drops with cold water and apply to forehead with a cloth until the fever has lowered (approx 1/2 hour) | |||||||||||||
| Frankincense (Boswellia carteri) |
soothing, slows breathing, helps overcome the past, meditative |
anti-oxidant, clears lungs, opens airways, eases shortness of breath, uterine tonic | anti-oxidant, normal to dry and aging, wrinkles, scarring | none, only use during pregnancy after contacting a qualified aromatherapist | 6 drops in diffuser to aid meditation/breathing; 5-10 drops per 50ml of light carrier oil such as apricot kernel or sweet almond for skin care | |||||||||||||
| Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) |
tones the nervous system, adrenal cortex balancer | regulates hormonal system, detoxifier, fluid retention, insect repellant r | balances sebum, cleanser, toner, brightens pale/dark complexions, acne, warts | avoid during pregnancy, can cause irritability/insomnia with overuse | 2% (2 drops per 5ml) in light carrier oil such as apricot kernal or sweet almond (mix with same amount of Cypress) and apply to bottom of feet at night to help relieve hot flushes; add 4 drops to sea salt and add to a hot bath for body/skin care | |||||||||||||
| Ginger (Zingiber officinale) |
warming, sharpens senses and aids memory | colds & flu, stomach problems and nausea, hangovers, back pain, increases circulation, varicose veins | bruising | mild skin irritant, may increase photosensitivity | 4-6 drops in diffuser for nausea and to increase senses, for morning sickness, inhale directly from the bottle upon awakening; 1-3 drops per 10ml of carrier oil and massage into stomach to stop vomiting or to aid digestion, or lightly apply to bruising. | |||||||||||||
| Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) |
euphoric, uplifting and reviving, stabilizes manic-depression | lymphatic stimulant, digestion of fats, tones digestive system, drug and alcohol withdrawal, PMS | toner | none *This oil, as long as it is cold pressed, is not photosensitive like the other citrus oils |
8 drops in a diffuser to create a happy atmosphere, especially for those who are depressed and for children | |||||||||||||
| Helichrysum (angustifolium) |
shock, fear, phobias, depression | energizes organs and promotes 'Chi' in the body, boosts immunity, regulates blood pressure, aids respiratory tract | regenerator, chronic skin problems, dermatitis, fungicide | none, only use during pregnancy after contacting a qualified aromatherapist | 4 drops in diffuser, combined with another essential oil due to the unpleasant scent, for mind & body | |||||||||||||
| Jasmine (Jasminium officinale / grandiflorum) |
anti-depressant, promotes confidence and will power, revitalizing | uterine tonic, hormonal imbalance, aphrodisiac | tonic, stretch marks | avoid during pregnancy, do not use on children | 5 drops per 5-10ml carrier oil and apply as a body oil, especially to the neck region and feet; smell directly from the bottle daily for mind effects. | |||||||||||||
| Lavender (Lavendula angustifolia) |
balances the Central Nervous System, anti-depressant, stimulating in high dilution, sedative in low dilution | lowers blood pressure, calms palpitations, aids sleep, aches and pains, aids respiratory tract, digestion of fats, air purifier | regenerator, balances sebum, burns, scarring, aids all skin problems and skin types, hair tonic | caution with low blood pressure, avoid during the early months of pregnancy, only use during pregnancy after contacting a qualified aromatherapist, may cause sensitization is overused | Use 'neat' on burns and wounds; add 4-8 drops in diffuser/bath; 1-2% dilution (1-2 drops per 5ml) in water mist; 1 drop per 120ml water to mist plants once every week or two (enhances health of plants). Too much lavender used on plants can also harm them so be careful to not exceed this amount. | |||||||||||||
| Lemon/Lime (Citrus limonum/Citrus aurantifolia) |
refreshing, produces clarity of thought, diminishes irritability | circulatory tonic, blood purifier, varicose veins, anemia, helps clear sinus and throat infections, joint health, lower fever, flu, balance blood PH levels | exfoliant, oily skin and hair, warts, corns, brittle nails, stems bleeding, purifying | photosensitive, may irritate sensitive skin in high dilution | 2 drops per 5ml olive oil and massage into nails; 8 drops in diffuser for purification (mix 4 drops each lemon & eucalyptus works well for the flu); apply a few drops to a tissue and hold onto cuts to stem bleeding; add 2-4 drops each lemon and geranium and mix with sea salt and add to hot bath | |||||||||||||
| Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citatrus) |
stimulating, reviving, energizing, good for exhaustion | helps recover from illness and helps prevent the spread of disease, tightens loose skin, jet lag, fatigue, insect repellant | Toner, helps close open pores, clears acne, helps with fungus | Avoid during pregnancy and skin irritant (use in low dilution) | Add 1 drop (plus 1 drop peppermint) to 1 tlbs. of carrier oil and rub into sore muscles & feet. Diffuse a few drops for 15 min. to purify the home from illness, repel bugs or to relieve jet lag. | |||||||||||||
| Mandarin (Citrus reticulata) |
uplifting yet sedative, aids sleep | tones digestive system, helps with PMS, morning sickness, motion sickness, nausea, water retention | tonic for oily skin, stretch marks | photosensitive, may irritate sensitive skin in high dilution | Add 10 drops to 60ml water in a spray bottle and mist rooms generously 15 min. before bedtime to encourage a peaceful sleep. | |||||||||||||
| Marjoram (Origanum marjorana) |
calms the nervous system, helps confront issues, warms emotions, insomnia, headaches | lowers blood pressure, aches and pains, menstrual cramps, stomach problems, aids respiratory tract | bruising | avoid during pregnancy, caution with low blood pressure , acts as an anaphrodisiac in men with regular/overuse | Add 2-3 drops to 1 tsp. of carrier oil for most ailments. Adding 2 drops of peppermint for body ailments works well. Adding 2 drops to the Mandarin spray enhances the effect for sleep. | |||||||||||||
| Neroli (Citrus aurantium) |
euphoric, indicated for chronic conditions, calms highly emotional states inducing a feeling of peace, tranquilizes the Sympathetic Nervous System, insomnia | aphrodisiac, PMS, irritability, tearfulness, soothes palpitations, circulatory tonic, increases natural steroid production | regenerator, normal to dry, sensitive, mature, scarring, stretch marks, thread veins | none | Add to water mist, diffuse, add to carrier oil, smell directly from bottle. Wide range of uses due to safety & scent. | |||||||||||||
| Niaouli (Melaleuca viridiflora) |
reviving, stimulating | strong immune stimulant, infections of the respiratory tract, pain reliever, lowers fever | aids the healing process, skin eruption, infections | avoid during pregnancy, do not use on children under 5 years of age | Add 4-8 drops to diffuser every few hours for illness. Add 1-2 drops to 1 tsp. carrier oil and rub into chest & back when ill. | |||||||||||||
| Orange (Citrus sinensis) |
reviving, cheering, encourages positive outlook | lymphatic stimulant, increases appetite, aids digestion, lowers fever, increases collagen production, aids sleep | oily skin, scarring | photosensitive, may irritate skin in high dilution | Add 8 drops to diffuser or combine different citrus oils together for a more balancing effect. Add 10 drops to 60ml water mist for a calming room mist. Inhale directly from bottle. | |||||||||||||
| Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martini) |
uplifting yet calming | lowers fever, tones digestive system, stimulates appetite | dry, increases sebum production, wrinkles | none, only use during pregnancy after contacting a qualified aromatherapist | Add 1-2 drops per tsp. of carrier oil for a facial/body oil. Add lavender, neroli, frankincense and/or rose for added effectiveness. | |||||||||||||
| Patchouli (Pogostemon patchouli) |
grounding, balancing, objectiveness | tightens loose skin, may curb appetite, aphrodisiac | regenerator, scarring, inflammation, moisturizer, fungicide | use in low dilution, only use during pregnancy after contacting a qualified aromatherapist | Add 2-4 drops to tsp. carrier oil. Adding lavender, frankincense and/or neroli enhances the effect. | |||||||||||||
| Peppermint (Mentha piperita) |
stimulating, relieves anger, nervousness, fatigue, headaches | reduces fever, pain reliever, beneficial to digestive system, nausea, repels insects especially ants, open airways enabling easier breathing | congestion, constricts capillaries, removes blackheads, clears burning sensations (but too much may cause one) | powerful oil, use in low dilution, local areas only, avoid during pregnancy and when nursing, not compatible with homeopathic medicine, may not be suitable for children under 5 years of age, due to the cooling effect of this oil, regular use may cause the same to your skin | Add 5 drops, combined with 5 drops eucalyptus, in 60ml water mist for skin & respiratory ailments. Mist neck region in order to inhale and shake well before use. Add 20 drops per 60ml water mist and spray doorways, or drop directly from bottle, to repel ants from entering. Add 3-5 drops per tsp. carrier oil and massage into stomach in clockwise direction for stomach problems. | |||||||||||||
| Pine (Pinus sylvestris) |
very refreshing | powerful antiseptic, circulatory stimulant, pain reliever, repels fleas | not recommended | use in low dilution, skin irritant even when diffused | Add 6 drops per 60ml water mist, combine with 10 drops lemon/lime is a nice combination, and use as a disinfectant. Avoid misting wood. | |||||||||||||
| Rose (Rosa centifolia / damascena) |
releases dopamine (happy hormone), anti-depressant, instills positive feelings about oneself | uterine tonic, promotes vaginal secretions, aphrodisiac, nausea | dry, mature, broken & thread veins, wrinkles, age spots | avoid during pregnancy, do not use on children | Add 1-2 drops per tlbs. carrier oil and use for skin care. Applied to the feet will help the body. | |||||||||||||
| Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) |
activates brain cells increasing memory, stress, nerve stimulant | anti-oxidant, pain reliever, heart tonic, regulates low blood pressure, digestive stimulant, menstrual pain, water retention, cellulite | normal to oily, sagging, congested, toner, dandruff, hair growth, scalp tonic | avoid during pregnancy, with high blood pressure and epilepsy, do not use on children under 2 years of age | Add 4-8 drops to diffuser for mind & illness. Add 10 drops to 60ml water mist and mist into wet hair daily. Add 4-6 drops to sea salt and add to a hot bath. This oil is best combined with other similar use oils. | |||||||||||||
| Rosewood (Aniba rosaeaodora) |
balances the Central Nervous System, helps overcome sexual abuse | boosts immunity, coughs, aphrodisiac | regenerator, dry, helps prevents wrinkles | none, only use during pregnancy after contacting a qualified aromatherapist *This oil is highly alterated therefore may be hard to find pure as it is becoming an extinct plant |
Add 2-4 drops per tsp. carrier oil. Diffuse 8 drops. | |||||||||||||
| Sandalwood (Santalum album) |
very relaxing, helps overcome the past and confront issues | urinary tract antiseptic, aphrodisiac, respiratory infections, sore throat and coughs | dry, dehydrated, inflammed, aging, itchy, excellent body moisturizer | avoid with severe depression, use in low dilution, only use during pregnancy after contacting a qualified aromatherapist | Add 2 drops per tlbs. carrier oil. | |||||||||||||
| Spearmint (Mentha spicata) |
moderately stimulating | nausea, tones digestive system, stimulates appetite | itching, soothing, heals wounds | avoid during pregnancy, use in low dilution, local areas only, not compatible with homeopathic medicine | Add 2-5 drops per tsp. carrier oil and massage into stomach in clockwise direction. Diffuse 4 drops to 'pick up the pace'...works well with children. Smell directly from the bottle for nausea. Make a beeswax salve for skin protection & healing. | |||||||||||||
| Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) |
shock | boosts immunity, strong antiseptic, fungicide, anti-infectious | infected wounds, cold sores, dandruff | may irritate sensitive skin, sensitizing with prolonged use, only use during pregnancy after contacting a qualified aromatherapist | Diffuse 4-8 drops for infections, illness & immunity. Combine this oil with another will help reduce the unpleasant scent. | |||||||||||||
| Thyme (Thymus vulgaris - linalool type only - white) |
activates brain cells, stimulates nerves, reviving | lung tonic, boosts immunity, raises low blood pressure, pain reliever | oily scalp, baldness, dandruff | use in low dilution, avoid during pregnancy, with high blood pressure, not suitable for prolonged use | Diffuse 2-3 drops with another oil suitable to the ailment. | |||||||||||||
| Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata) |
anti-depressant, relaxing | palpitations, rapid breathing, hormone balancer, uterine tonic, firms breasts, aphrodisiac | balances sebum, hair growth | caution with low blood pressure, excessive use can cause nausea and headaches, do not use on broken or inflamed skin, use in low dilution, only use during pregnancy after contacting a qualified aromatherapist |
Add 1 drop to 1 tlbs. carrier oil and apply to breasts. Smell directly from bottle to help relieve an anxiety attack. Add 2 drops to Rosemary mist for hair care. |