March 31st, 2010
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An alphabetical guide to essential oils
Angelica
An oil of energy that stimulates the functioning of brain waves and as blood thinners a clear mind. But beware, the aroma is an acquired taste and is also sensitize the photo.
Photosensitizing means that when you oil rubbed on the skin, makes your skin more sensitive to sunlight, sunburn ie, rash and in severe cases can cause sun the chemical formula of the oil to become toxic.
Basil
An antibacterial agent that stimulates and improves blood flow and minimizes drowsiness.
Attention! Essential oils should not be used internally unless advised by a complete professional. Basil especially should never be used internally and some studies show that the essential oil is particularly toxic.
Bay
A strong odor is stimulating Bay mind when inhaled and studies have shown that it is good to relieve pulmonary congestion and as an aid to combat viral infections in nature.
Bergamot
First of all uplifting, this oil stimulates the brain waves. Its antibacterial qualities that is relaxing and good for depression. In the physical part slimming the blood, calm muscle spasms and helps fight insomnia. On the side of the oil is photosensitizing, so avoid contact with skin.
Black pepper
The possession of many qualities as antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and an expectorant, this essential oil can also increase the brain waves and endurance.
Attention! Black pepper should be used sparingly and with care. It should never be used for infants or young children. Nor should it be used as a facial oil.
Chamomile, Roman
Antibacterial, antidepressant with the added benefit of being an anti-inflammatory, this oil talent also has the advantage of having the ability of muscles to alleviate and combat a wide range of infections. Good news, good oil to use for children fractionous.
Cedar
Cedar has many qualities of being an antiseptic, aphrodisiac, expectorant right through to be able to stimulate growth of new cells and its soothing attributes help to bring the nervous system for a soothing lull.
Attention! Cedar should not be used during pregnancy.
Clary sage
To be effective, any field, clary sage oil has the ability to suppress anxiety, reduce erratic nerves, besides having a good deed in the mind that can be magically produce a euphoric effect. However, this oil has a distinctive musty smell strange as that is not pleasing to all noses. Overuse can cause headaches severe.
Attention! Definitely not to be used by pregnant women and should not be used after having consumed alcohol before to drive or because it can make people become very tired and induce sleep.
Cypress
Initially astringent, Cypress essential oil is good for heavy periods, cough and being a good sedative and mind clearing. Used externally, the fresh bouquet of aromatic wood has a high capacity to purify the environment and is an ancient symbol of comfort in difficult times.
Attention! Not for use in early pregnancy.
Eucalyptus
An antibacterial agent, eucalyptus has a good background to clear congested lungs and the additional benefit of helping to improve ciculation.
Attention! The power of eucalyptus means should be used sparingly and carefully. Should never be used for infants or young children. Also, if taken internally is very toxic and has proved fatal in low doses. Should be kept out of reach of children.
Incense
Whether is used as a perfume room, massage oil or bath oil, incense, musty smell delicious is great to focus the nervous system, which is ideal for meditation and fabulous in the restoration of the psyche as a whole. It's also great for children because of their delicacy.
Geranium
Geranium oil is essential fragrance balance, capable of balancing or stimulating and very adapted to what is needed for. A good multi-tasking oil is also used as a stimulant for cell growth and harmonize the emotions. Some mothers have used the oil very sparingly on your skin also reported that it had a stimulating effect on their babies. Also mild enough for children.
Jasmine
One of the most universally pleasant all classes, Jasmine has the most amazing ability that not only have an effect quite euphoric emotions, but it is also ideal for the simulation of the mind and therefore, any improvement mental performance.
Attention! Jasmine should not be used in early pregnancy or in infants or young children.
Lavender / Lavandin
Classically used this floral beauty is known for its sedative effect, but also can help reduce stress, depression and severe insomnia. Because their properties can have an effect on the balance in the skins natural oil sebum and can treat a wide variety of skin conditions from acne, burns, eczema, and others.
Attention! Because lavender can promote menstruation should not be used during pregnancy when there is a history of miscarriage.
Lemongrass
His pleasant light citrus aroma can be used as a fragrance space for personal purification and excellent for improving circulation.
Attention! Do not add to bath water as it can be very irritating to the skin.
Sweet Marjoram
Calming the nervous system faintly spicy aroma is very good for colds, headaches and muscle aches, while also a useful aid for anxiety.
Attention! Not suitable for babies, young children, during pregnancy or in people with low blood pressure.
Attention! Do not use Marjoram Spanish. This should only be used by qualified professionals.
Myrrh
Used by more than 3000 years, Mirra has many qualities as the ability to boost both the respiratory and digestive tracts, and href = "http://www.iconjurecandles.co.uk/natural-scented-soy-candles/clean-soy-candle.html" cure wounds> and comforting distressed erratic emotions.
Warning: Not for use during pregnancy, rubbed into the skin or in the bath water, because it can cause skin irritation.
Sweet orange or blood.
Detox as well as a good antispasmodic, Orange can also ease inflammation, calm the internal gas and soothe nerves erratic. This calming effect also reduces anxiety, depression and insomnia.
Note: Orange is photosensitizing, so should not be used on the skin, especially sun exposure.
Patchouli
This exotic, spicy perfume should be used only in small quantities and intense fragrance can be overwhelming. It is good to use for stress and related illnesses with mental overload.
Mint
In mint a physical level is brilliant to eradicate the stress out of control and a great bringing clarity to any concerns. A crisp aromatic fragrance that is good in quickly sharpen the mind and invigorating the physical body.
Attention! Not suitable for babies, young children or during pregnancy. Should only be used very sparingly in the bathroom (3 drops), or will be overwhelming.
Pink
Rosa has been used by people for thousands of years. Historically Cleopatra insisted her bedroom is covered with rose petals, a foot deep in order to seduce Julius Caesar. In modern perfumery remains high designer scents cheap as an ingredient must have. Whether your goal is to clear yourself in a bad mood, depression or anxiety and other mental or physical combat effects of infection, headaches or premenstrual syndrome, this alluring floral scent is a must for anyone's bathroom cabinet.
Attention! Not to be used in early pregnancy, because it promotes menstruation.
Rosemary
An essence stimulate both physical and mental mind, this crisp scent is bright if feeling a little tired and fatigued. The herbs also helps to improve circulation, and to combat viral infections.
Attention! Not to be used at all during pregnancy or for anyone who suffers from high blood pressure.
Sandalwood
Woody, sweet aromatic, this universally classical oil has been used as an antiseptic and soothing yet, bringing all spiritual levels. Externally it is as has been demonstrated that the benefits of acne and fat dry skin or aging.
Spearmint
A great energizer, spearmint is good in general for any disease where you feel fatigued. The bouquet of mint refreshing is good to revive the spirit when someone is in mourning.
Warning: Like its sister mint, only 3 drops is be added to bath water.
Thyme
Full of antibacterial qualities, Thyme helps combat viral infections and stimulate blood flow.
Attention! Should be used sparingly and not at all during pregnancy. Avoid contact with skin.
Vetivert
This very nice safe and stimulating aroma has great qualities to fight bacterial infections. The rich aroma is also a favorite in modern perfumes because of its smoky aroma evocative.
Ylang ylang
This versatile oil has a good antidepressant effect for some people and some studies have shown that to alleviate the fear and unbalanced emotions.
Attention! Have shown some evidence that use for long periods of time can cause terrible headaches and / or nausea. Therefore, it is prudent to be careful about using.
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