This essential oil is from the leaf of a tree that is native to Portugal, Australia and China. It is commonly used as an ingredient in cold care products such as inhalants and cough syrups, as well as muscle liniments and salves. Eucalyptus is a yin energy oil. In aromatherapy it is used to purify, invigorate and enhance concentration.
Geranium, Rose
This geranium is raised specifically because of the rose like odor
of its leaves. Like other geraniums it's a soothing tonic for
annuity and stress related conditions; astringent skin properties.
Rose geranium seems to have a hormonal balancing effect and
suitable for menopausal difficulties.
Grapefruit, Pink
Here's a warm, light aromatic that's especially helpful for the
urinary system, particularly for those on a weight-management
program. It also benefits the nervous system during excessive
stress.
Pink Grapefruit is recommended by some authorities for treating eating disorders, both anorexia and overeating, when they stem from lack of self esteem. It seems to create a feeling of internal buoyancy. It's also helpful in treating oily skin and hair, and is often recommended as part of anti cellulite blends because of its toning and astringent effects.
Lavendula Vera
This classic scent for perfume, skin care and hair care products
is a native of France, Bulgaria and Russia. Its sweet floral
fragrance is considered a yang energy. In aromatherapy, Lavender
is used to calm, soothe and normalize. Lavender oil is
antibacterial, anti-fungal, and, possibly, anti-viral. Lavender
functions as an adaptogen, aiding in restoring the body to
balance.
Lemon
The lemon tree which produces this essential oil is native to the
United States. This yang energy oil is cold pressed from the rind
of the lemon and it can take three dozen lemons to produce one
half ounce of lemon essential oil. In aromatherapy lemon essential
oil is used to cheer, uplift and refresh. Always dilute lemon
essential oil before applying it to the skin and avoid exposure to
the sun.
Lemongrass
Fresh, grassy-citrus, earthy scent. May relieve muscular pain and
inflammation, known to improve circulation and digestion.
Analgestic, anti-depressant, antimicrobal, anti-oxidant,
antipyretic, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, carminative,
deodorant, febrifuge, fungicidal, galactagogue, insecticide,
nervine, sedative (nervous), tonic.
Peppermint
Penetrating, cool grassy mint odor. Nice in blends. Relieves
nausea, muscle and joint pain, cold symptoms. Vitalizing,
uplifting, cooling, refreshing. Peppermint is one of the 'basic
necessities' for a first aid kit. It is one of the oils often
recommended for easing migraines (especially those stemming from
digestive problems); it helps clear congestion in the sinuses; it
can ease indigestion (one drop on a sugar cube, or in a spoonful
of honey.)
Mentally, it clears the brain, helps concentration, is a restorative in cases of mental fatigue, and a mental stimulant. Obviously not an oil to use in the evening when you are seeking sleep, but great in the car to help keep the driver alert. Peppermint is the ideal remedy for all digestive disorders, including nausea and vomiting. It is a great remedy for car or air sickness. In a massage, it helps stimulate the lymph system. It is also an analgesic and aids with treating sore muscles and joint pain. In skincare, a very weak dilution (less than 1%) is helpful for easing itching or irritation.
Peppermint cools by constricting the capillaries and needs to
be used in extremely low dilutions. It is also an irritant. One or
two drops in a bath is sufficient, use a 1% dilution for massage
or other skin applications. Also, recent research indicates that
the use of Peppermint Essential Oil may aggravate GERD (gastroesophageal
reflux disease-type of heart burn).
Rosemary
Rosemary, a native of Spain, Tunisia and Morocco, is a heavy,
woodsy, incense-type fragrance. A yang energy oil, it is used as
an anti-depressant and for its warmth. You should avoid this
essential oil if you are pregnant, suffer from high blood pressure
or epilepsy.
Wonderfully fresh and stimulating, Rosemary is known for its ability to wake up the body and spirit. In a massage oil it can stimulate circulation, and is often used in blends for cellulite and edema. In cosmetics and soaps, it is believed to combat acne, dandruff, and excessively oily skin A few drops added to shampoo makes dark hair glow, and may stimulate hair growth.
Sandalwood
This rich and sweet scented oil is known as an aid to meditation,
spiritual growth , and a aphrodisiac. It acts as a tonic to the
immune system, is often used in treating urinary tract problems.
It balances both dry and oily skin, is useful in treating acne,
and useful in soothing barber's rash. Emotionally, it relaxes
stress, soothes irritation, and lifts depression. It is a
wonderfully balancing oil.
Tangerine
Tangerine is wonderfully sweet, a true citrus smile bringer. It is
softer, sweeter, lacking the complexity of Mandarin Orange Oil,
but a perfect child's oil with it's sweetness. Emotionally, it is
cheering and strengthening. Tangerine is a wonderful oil to
diffuse in a toddler's room, or to add to his bath. As with all
the citrus oils, beware of photosensitivity.
Tea Tree
This warm, spicy oil is from Australia. it is often used in
antiseptics, skin care products and room sprays. It is also a yang
energy oil and is used in aromatherapy as a cleansing, purifying
and uplifting agent. Dilute before applying to the skin.
Tea Tree has won a reputation as a 'cure all' because of its powerful anti-fungal, anti-viral and antibacterial properties. It is the first suggestion for athlete's foot, nail viruses and other fungal infections.
Often used in anti-acne remedies, as well as in diffuser to combat the flu and other viral infections. It is often recommended as the remedy for a vaginal candida infection. Please note that recent laboratory tests indicate that Tea Tree Essential Oil is more effective as an anti-bacterial agent in weak dilutions (ie, less than 2%) than it is neat.
special omhealth blends (80ml)
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Auspicious Period 8 Blend
Bryan's Anti-Bodyache Massage Oil
Immune Booster/Germ Buster Blend
Slimming & Detoxification Blend
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(Other specific blends are available upon request)
other omhealth aromatic products
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Omhealth Sea Salt Scrub
Geranium Floral Water
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