ESSENTIAL OIL CHART. Massage, bath, hot compress, mouthwash. Massage. Massage, bath. compress, vaporiser. Bath, mouthwash, compress

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1 Essential Oil Uses: Application: Mixes well with: Precautions: Basil Endocrine Stimulant Bronchitis, Headache, Migraine, Digestive Aid, Mouth Ulcer, Gum Infection, Cold sores hot, mouthwash, Geranium, Bergamot Undiluted it may irritate sensitive skin Powerful euphoric. Benzoin Bergamot Black pepper Cajuput Cardamom Cedarwood Camomile German (Blue) Roman (Yellow) Cinnamon Citronella Clary sage Clove Calms nerves, Relaxes muscles, Induces sleep, may reduce age spots Anxiety, Skincare, Endocrine Regulator Urethritis, Cystitis, Appetite Regulator, Digestive Aid, Acne Circulatory Stimulant, Digestive Tract, Antispasmodic, Kidneys, Muscle Pain, Stiff Joints, Anaemia Infection, Cold, Catarrh, Sinusitis, Headaches, Pain Killing, Sore Throats Antiseptic, helps digestive problems and gas, used for nausea and headache. Deeply calming effect, Antiseptic, Bronchitis, Catarrh, Cystitis, Urinal and Vaginal Infections Calming and relaxing, Stomach Upsets, Anti-inflammatory, Insomnia, Sprains, Earaches, Hair, Soothing, Aches & Pains, Eczema Strong antiseptic, aids poor circulation, muscle aches, colds, flu, male aphrodisiac, stimulating, warming, constipation Energising, Stimulating, Soothing, Insect Repellant Hormonal balancer, uplifting for women,muscle Relaxant, Asthma, Digestive, Tonic, Stress, Tension, Menstrual, Cramps, Depression, Aches, Flu Antiseptic, treats colds and flus and nausea, tooth and gum pain, acne Massage, vaporiser Massage, bath Bath, mouthwash, inhale, vaporize, local wash vaporiser, vaporiser Vaporiser, mouth wash Cypress, Neroli, Jasmine, Marjoram, Frankincense, to balance Bergamot, Jasmine, Neroli, Juniper Melissa,, Rose, Cedarwood, Neroli, Geranium, Jasmine, Geranium, Cypress, Orange Increases photosensitivity Sensitive to sunlight Don't overuse Irritant to eyes and mucus membranes. Don't use before bedtime, may irritate sensitive skin pregnancy or on children. German Powerful anti-inflammatory or high blood pressure. pregnancy or with alcohol

2 Coriander Cypress Eucalyptus Fennel Frankincense Garlic Geranium Ginger Grapefruit Hyssop Jasmine Juniper Stimulates Appetite, Analgestic, Flatulence, Rheumatic Pains, Aids Digestion, Relaxant, Antidepressant Reduces perspiration so good for sweaty feet, sharpens mental clarity, Astringent, Antiseptic, Circulation, Asthma, Menstrual Regulation, Haemorrhoids Decongestant, Antiviral, Colds, Influenza, Antiseptic, Muscular Pain, Rheumatism Carminative, Digestive, Flatulence, PMT, Regulates Menstrual Cycle, Detoxifying, Powerful Expectorant, Hangover Anxiety, Respiratory Infections, Soothing, Asthma, Uterine Tonic High Blood Pressure, Heart Disease, Cough, Blood Circulation, Colds, Cholesterol Antidepressant, Balances mood swings, Astringent, Diuretic, Haemostatic, Promotes Healing, PMT, Skincare Anti-depressant, Catarrh, Diarrhoea, Rheumatism, Colds, Flu, Cramps, Nausea, Travel & Morning Sickness Tissue toning, treats congested skin, Cellulitis, Diuretic, Digestive, Antiseptic, Liver tonic. Relieves nervous exhaustion and stress, joyful and energizing Very emollient, softens scars. Anti-rheumatic, hypotension, diuretic, relieves grief Aphrodisiac, Emotional warmth, Uterine, Menstrual Pain, Antidepressant, Cramps, Coughs, Childbirth, Chest, Stretch Marks Diuretic, Detoxifying, Hangover, Astringent, Tonic, Eczema, Cystitis, Purifying Calming, relaxing, Analgesic, Antibiotic, Antiviral, Headache, Menstrual Pain, Acne, Antiinflammatory, Burns ESSENTIAL OIL CHART Massage, bath vaporize, local wash hot Bath, massage, inhalation, mouthwash vaporiser Hot vaporiser Massage, warm, inhalation, bath, vaporize Vaporiser, massage, Massage, inhale. local vaporiser, Jasmine, Bergamot, Neroli, Rose, Geranium Bergamot, Juniper, Pine, Lemon,, Orange pregnancy Do not use on children. Melissa,,. Lemon, Pine, Thyme, Not for children. Chamomile Not for kidney problems. Rose, Juniper Neroli, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Peppermint Bergamot, Citronella, Lemon Grass,, Orange, Neroli Neroli, Rose, Cedarwood Not for epilepsy. Can cause Nausea. Can unsettle people. pregnancy Too much can cause headaches Skin irritant. Possible photosensitivity. Powerful use only by experienced therapists. Bergamot, Geranium, pregnancy, do not, Marjoram overuse Not for children. Bergamot, Orange, Lemon, Geranium, Trigger asthma fits. Pine

3 Lemon Lemon grass Lime Marjoram May Chang Marigold Melissa Myrrh Myrtle Neroli Nutmeg Orange Orange blossom Patchouli Stimulates Immune System, Corns, Warts, Bleeding Gums, Digestive & Circulatory Tonic, Balances Nervous System, Reduces Age Spots Infections, Fever, Digestive, Tonic, Headache, Deodorant, Footbaths Very emollient, softens scars, anti-rheumatic, hypotension, diuretic Respiratory Problems, Cold, Insomnia, Blood Pressure, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Migraine, Sprains, Bruises Stimulating, uplifting, relieves fatigue and lethargy, clarity of thought, anxious, confused Dab with cotton swab, massage, inhalation Massage,, bath Massage Inhale, bath, massage temples,, Massage with almond oil. Dry Skin, Nappy Rash, Promotes local Healing, Varicose Veins, Chronic wash, hot Ulcers Reproductive Stimulant, Eczema, Skin, Allergies, Coughs, Shock, Menstrual Regulations, Blood Pressure Promotes Healing, Stomach, Eczema, Acne, Antiinflammatory, Mouth Ulcers, Digestive, Anti-fungal Astringent, Acne, Catarrh, Bronchial, Chest, Haemorrhoids, Urinary Infections Antidepressant, Antispasmodic, Insomnia, Gentle Sedative, Shock, Gums, Mouth, Skin Healing, Cardiac Regulator Circulation, Heart, Digestion, Bad Breath, Rheumatic Pain, Appetizer Uplifting, Antispasmodic, Stomach, Mild Sedative, Constipation Sensitive skin, diarrhoea, shock, fear, depression Antidepressant, Antiseptic, Astringent, Fluid Retention, Anti-inflammatory, Stings Gargle, bath, inhale, massage Inhale, bath, massage, Inhale, bath, massage, cold Massage, inhaltion, mouthwash, cold Massage, mouthwash,, bath Massage, skin tonic, inhale, bath Massage, warm, inhalation, Ylang Ylang, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Juniper, Cedarwood, Tea Tree, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Juniper, Rose, Bergamot, Clary Sage, Sandalwood Masks smell of Tea Tree and Clary Sage Mandarin, Rose, Neroli, Geranium Frankincense, Cypress, Neroli, Lemon, Geranium Rose,, Jasmine, Lemon, Bergamot Clove, Orange, Ylang Ylang, Juniper, Cypress, Cinnamon Ylang Ylang, Rose, Bergamot, Lemon, Geranium, Jasmine Undiluted oil may irritate sensitive skin, do not overuse. Light sensitivity. Undiluted oil may irritate sensitive skin Mucous membrane irritant. pregnancy. Strong sedative. Diuretic avoid if kidney problems. Undiluted oil may irritate sensitive skin. pregnancy. Can attract bees. Do not use before bedtime, sensitive to sunlight Strong musky smell.

4 Peppermint Colic, Diarrhoea, Indigestion, Vomiting, Stomach Pain, Cold, Fever, Headache, bad breath Petitgrain Pine Rose Absolute Memory, stress, irritated skin, fluid retention, Insomnia Concentration, Chest Infections, Colds, Sore Throats, Circulation, Rheumatic Pains, Lungs Antidepressant, Grief, Sadness, Fear, Anorexia, Regulating Menstruation, Confidence Improving Massage, inhalation, mouthwash Inhale, massage, bath hot vaporiser, inhalation Eucalyptus,, Majoram, Do not use before bedtime, may irritate sensitive skin Eucalyptus, Do not use undiluted Not for high blood pressure. Neroli, Jasmine, Geranium. Rose Otto The most expensive. Choose Rosewood Sage Sandalwood Tea tree Thyme Verbena Vetivert Ylang ylang Memory, Heart, Liver, Colds, Gallbladder, Catarrh, Speech, Sinusitis, Asthma, Sight, dandruff Inhale, massage, bath, cold, Balancing emotions, Tissue regenerator, Sensitive skin, Tonic, Antiseptic, Analgesic, Calming, Anti-depressant, Decongestant Aching joints, Fluid retention, Bath, massage, Perspiration, Sore gums, Nervous mouthwash exhaustion Antiseptic, Dry Skin, Sore Throat, Cystitis, Bronchitis, Urinary Infection Germ fighter, Influenza, Fungi, Viruses, Warts, Ringworm, Cold Sores, Blisters, Acne Cold, flu, Muscle fatigue, Arthritis, Whooping cough, Tonsillitis, Sore throat Massage, inhale, bath, vaporiz er Inhale, massage, gargle Antiseptic, emollient, reduces skin swelling, antispasmodic, detoxifying, sedating, spirit lifting Stress, aching legs, hysteria, stiff Bath, massage neck Relieves Sexual Anxiety, High Blood Pressure, Slows Breathing,, skin tonic Antidepressant, PMS Peppermint, Lemon, Bergamot, Basil, Cedar wood Frankincense, Rose, Jasmine, Ylang Ylang Lemon, Orange, Bergamot, Jasmine, Neroli pregnancy, do not overuse. Nervous system stimulant. Fairly toxic use with care. Choose a Undiluted it may irritate sensitive skin Can irritate skin and mucous membranes. Don t use in bath. Powerful stimulant Strong smell. Can cause nausea and headaches. These oils are very expensive and are sometime adulterated or diluted. Make sure you choose a

5 ADULTS PURPOSE OF BLEND NO OF DROPSESSENTIAL OIL QUANTITYOF CARRIER Facial massage/skincare 1-3 General massage 5-10 Localised areas max 20 Baths/footbaths max 10 5ml (1 tsp) 30ml (6 tsp) Max 4 essential oils 10ml (2 tsp) bowl or bath CHILDREN Children have delicate skin and eyes and are, on the whole, very sensitive to smells. For these reasons, great care is needed when selecting and blending oils. Ask yourself if it is necessary to apply the oils to the body, or whether fragrancing is more appropriate. Take care when using low dilutions in fragrancers as the vapour may sting a child's eyes and delicate mucous membranes. Do not leave children unsupervised when using fragrancers with nightlights. 6 months-2 years 1 drop in 10ml (2 teaspoons) almond oil. Use only good quality oils with high odour intensity. Two drops of on a handkerchief tied to a child's cot can help if the child has difficulty sleeping. If the child has a cold, Eucalyptus or Tea-tree can be used in the same way to ease congestion. 2-5 years 1-3 drops in 10ml (2 teaspoons) carrier oil years Use half adult dose and increase range of oils used 12+ Use adult dose with care

6 Which oils can be dangerous? Below is a list of some of the traditionally accepted contraindicated oils for specific conditions. There is little scientific research to support most of these contraindications. Pregnancy :Basil, Cinnamon, Clary sage, Cypress, Fennel, Jasmine, Juniper, Marjoram, Myrrh, Origanum, Pennyroyal, Peppermint, Rose,, Sage, Savory andthyme. If in doubt, don t use any. Never in the first trimester. Breastfeeding: Mint, Parsley, Sage and Jasmine (research has shown that Jasmine inhibits milk production in lactating mothers) High blood pressure: Cypress, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Rose,, Sage and Thyme Low blood pressure: Clary sage, Garlic,, Lemon, Marjoram and Ylang- Ylang Epilepsy: Fennel, Hyssop,, Sage and Wormwood Care when using machinery or driving Clary sage and Vertivert Care if drinking alcohol Clary sage Hazardous oils These oils are never to be used in any form in therapy: Almond (bitter), Boldo Leaf, Calamus, Camphor (brown), Camphor (yellow), Horseradish, Jaborandi leaf, Mugwort, Mustard, Rue, Sassafras, Sassafras (Brazil), Savin, Southernwood, Tansy, Thuja (cedarleaf), Thuja, Plicata, Wintergreen, Wormseed, Wormwood. Not to be used on the skin, although can be used in high dilution in fragrancers Cassia, Clove buds, Clover leaf, Clove stem, Cinnamon bark, Costus, Elecampane, Fennel (bitter), Origanum, Origanum (Thymus capitatus), Pine (dwarf), Savory (summer), Savory (winter).