HERBS
AND ESSENTIAL OILS
Basil:
Focus, General Stimulant, Encourage Positivity, Concentration, Clarity,
Cheerfulness
Scent: Warm, Rich, Fiery, Peppery
AVOID: During Pregnancy. Do Not Use in Baths
Bergamot:
Calmative, Antidepressant, Encourage Concentration, Confidence, Balance,
Joy
Scent: Sweet, Citrus with spicy-floral undertones
AVOID: Using on Skin if exposed to sunlight
or ultraviolet rays. Dilute well before use.
Chamomile,
Roman:
Patience, Serenity, Tenderness, Calmative, Encourages stillness, gentleness,
spiritual awareness, inner peace
Scent: Sweet, Fresh, Herbaceous
Cinnamon
Leaf:
Energy, Motivation, Stimulant, Confidence
Scent: Warm Spicy Sweet
AVOID: During Pregnancy
Clary
Sage:
Exciting, Euphoric, Physical: Calmative, Grounding, Restorative
Scent: Nutty, Warm, Light, Musky, Herbaceous
AVOID: During Pregnancy, If you have a history
of low blood pressure or estrogen-dependent cancer. Avoid consumption
of alcohol during use. Avoid if you have breast, ovarian or uterine
cysts. Overuse may cause headaches.
Eucalyptus:
Invigorating, Clearing, Emotional Balance, Concentration, Centering
and Rationality
Scent: Woody, Camphoraceous with faint peppermint undertone
Frankincense:
Keywords: Clearing, Purifying, Tranquility, Spirituality, Security,
Stimulant, Antidepressant
Scent: Warm, Sweet, Balsamic, Spicy
Ginger
Optimism, warmth, Stimulant, Fortifying, Encourage warmth, courage,
empathy
Scent: Fresh, Woody-Spicy, Rich, Fiery, Green
Grapefruit:
Alert, Confident, Active, Restorative
Scent: Sweet, warm, Fresh Citrus
AVOID: Can cause Photosensitivity. Avoid use
during pregnancy.
Helichrysum
Power, Awareness, Stimulant, Encourage Calm, Acceptance, Patience,
Inner Strength
Scent: powerful, fruity, fresh, strawlike
Lavender:
Soothing, Nurturing, Calming, Balancing, anti-inflammatory, emotional
balance, security
Scent: Fresh, Floral
Lemon
Myrtle
Harmony, Empowerment, Comfort
Scent: Sweet, Citrus, Green
Lemongrass:
Revitalizing, Activating, Releasing, Uplifting, Calm, Balance
Scent: Citrus, fresh, strawlike
AVOID: using on skin if exposed to sunlight
or ultraviolet rays
Myrrh:
Fortitude, Mastery, Peace, Encourage Courage, Calm, Acceptance
Scent: warm, slightly musty, earthy
Avoid: during pregnancy
Neroli:
Keywords: Fulfillment, Reassurance, Humility, Antidepressant, calmative,
Lifting of sorrows, joy, and peace
Scent: Highly Radiant, Sweet, Floral
Orange,
Sweet:
Exuberance, Enthusiasm, Creativity, Calmative, Sedative, Encourage
Joy and self-confidence
Scent: Fresh, Fruity, tangy, Sweet
Palmarosa:
Growth, Loyalty, Anti-Depressant, Stimulant, Encourage Mildness and
Enthusiasm
Scent: Sweet, Rosy, Floral, Lemony
AVOID: During Pregnancy
Patchouli:
Exotic, Expressive, Romantic, Encourage farsightedness, rapport, reasonableness,
astuteness and stimulation
Scent: Smokey, Herbaceous, earthy
Peppermint:
Activating, Energizing, Clearing, Stimulant, Self-acceptance, concentration,
vitality
Scent: camphoraceous, minty, fresh
Ravensara
Stimulating, Antidepressant, immune stimulant, neurotonic, energizing
Scent: Slightly spicy, woody herbaceous, similar to Rosemary but more
delicate and sweet in nature.
Rose:
Passionate, Feminine, Alluring, Physical: Calmative, Antidepressant,
Acceptance
Scent: Flowery, Rosy, Fresh
Rose
Geranium:
Balance, Composure, regenerative, antidepressant, tranquility
Scent: flowery rose, sweet, soft, green
Rosemary:
Awakening, Exhilarating, Confidence-Builder, Stimulant, Antidepressant,
Decongestant
Scent: woody, herbaceous, powerful
Avoid: Rosemary Essential Oil is generally non-toxic
and non-sensitizing. It is not suitable for people with epilepsy or
high blood pressure. Avoid in pregnancy since it is an emmenagogue
, induces or hastens menstrual flow.
SPEARMINT:
Stimulates
a tired mind. Good for headaches. Wake me up oil—lifts the spirit
Scent:
Slightly sweeter than peppermint. Better suited for children than
peppermint.
AVOID:
DURING PREGNANCY
Ylang
Ylang
Sensuality, Intimacy, Tenderness, Antidepressant,
Calmative, Encourages Self-Confidence, Warmth
Scent: Sweet, intense, Balsamic, Floral
NOTE: Please note that the statements
about the health properties of these ingredients have not been evaluated
by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The information presented
here and throughout this website is for educational purposes only
and is not intended to diagnose or treat any medical problem or to
replace the advice of a health professional.
HYDROSOLS
Artemisia
Hydrosol commonly
known as White Sage and Owyhee. A wonderful blend of sweet floral
and fruity scents. The essential oil is high in esters. The distillation
process allows the esters to continue into the Hydrosol, which gives
it the soothing and anti-inflammatory properties for your skin. I
personally like the calming, mildly sedating nature this Hydrosol
has on the mind and spirit. Use it to mist your face, inflamed skin,
and last but not least on your pillow for a relaxing night.
INCI Name: Artemisia ludoviciana (Artemesia) Water
Clary Sage Hydrosol
is obtained by distilling the flowering
tops of Salvia sclarea. It has been described as having a slight Earl
Grey tea (bergamot) aroma. Aromatherapists have used Clary Sage Essential
Oil for its balancing, euphoric, aphrodisiac, and revitalizing qualities.
The Essential Oil can also be used for wrinkles, acne, inflammation,
dandruff, and hair loss. It has the ability to ease anxiety and stress,
providing a sense of calm. Wonderful to curb the irritability that
often comes with PMS. Our Clary Sage Hydrosol is gently aromatic and
shares some of the same characteristics of the essential oil. INCI
Name: Salvia sclarea (Clary Sage) Water
Labrador
Tea Hydrosol (Organic) is
sometimes known as Organic Greenland Moss Hydrosol or Organic Ledum
Hydrosol. It has a sharp yet sweet herbaceous aroma. Labrado Tea Hydrosol
has been said to be the most powerfully therapeutic of all hydrosols.
It possesses strong sedative properties and can be helpful in bringing
upon a sense of well-being and helping to combat insomnia.
Labrador Tea has been recommended to use in helping those who have
over indulged on alcohol or those fighting addictive behaviors.
Avoid for use with children or during the first two trimesters of
pregnancy.
INCI Name: Ledum groenlandicum (Labrador Tea) Distillate
Lavender
Hydrosol: Lavender
Hydrosol has a very light, wonderfully fresh, clean scent of lavender.
Lavender has been a favorite for centuries. Is one of the more relaxing
and balancing hydrosols. Lavender is an "adaptor," adapting
itself to your body and your psyche's needs, soothing or revitalizing
as needed. Use in the home, car or office to promote calmness, works
wonderfully for anxiety, depression, irritability and stress.
The soothing and antiseptic qualities make lavender useful in all
skin care. It is an excellent coolant for minor burns, rashes, and
insect bites. Lavender has always been recommended for fragile or
damaged skin. Use before and after shaving to prevent inflammation
and ingrown hairs. For external use only.
Melissa
Hydrosol has a pleasant,
uplifting, lemony scent. Melissa or lemon balm herb, as it is commonly
called, is traditionally known for its calming, yet uplifting effect.
The Hydrosol is also calming and used to help balance one’s
emotions.
Many use this hydrosol to ease morning sickness and other pregnancy
discomforts. It’s anti-inflammatory properties have been used
to help ease PMS and menstrual discomfort.
Melissa has also been recognized for its antiviral and antibacterial
qualities. The anti-viral power of Melissa Essential Oil is well documented.
The hydrosol may be of use in a compress to help ease many skin irritations
including; rashes, sunburn, eczema, herpes sores, shingles, poison
oak and poison ivy. For external use only.
Mountain Mint Hydrosol:
You already know mint
has deliciously refreshing and cooling qualities. Mountain Mint does
the same but on a more sophisticated level. Still very aromatic, yet
softer than one might expect. You are going to love this one!! For
external use only. INCI Name: Pycnanthemum (Mountain Mint) Water
Neroli
Hydrosol: Neroli
hydrosol smells mild and sweet. Pure heaven. Heads-up, a little goes
a long ways. Neroli has been used throughout the ages in many cultures
as a deodorant; it is commonly used in perfumes; in China it was used
in make-up. As an antiseptic which was used for minor inflammations
and was also used to kill germs. Neroli receives its name from the
Italian city of Neroli, where it was used to ward off a plague in
the 17th Century.
Neroli hydrosol is mildly astringent and may be the hydrosol of choice
for oily skin. Also good for mature skin, however, not recommended
for people with dry skin.
I read of several cases where it is spritzed on dogs and cats when
taking them to the vet or groomer or other stressful times. If you
think that’s great about pets, just wait until you use it when
anyone around you is feeling anxious or stressed. Instant release.
It has also been used as an anti-depressant which is good for the
mind. It is often recommended for people suffering from Seasonal Affective
Disorder and to relieve stress or emotional upsets. It works wonders
when sprayed on a dampened cloth and gently wipe the face of the over-excited
person. Anyone from babies to the elderly. It calms without causing
sleepiness. Makes a wonderful pillow mist to help soothe and calm
enough to allow a comfortable rest. For external use only.
