ESSENTIAL OILS

 

Essential Oils...

The importance of essential oils for therapeutic purposes cannot be overstated. In many countries essential oils are prescribed by physicians and prepared by pharmacists for the prevention and treatment of many diseases and conditions, emotional and physical.

Aromatherapy is the term for the holistic system of healing that employs the aromatic or volatile or ethereal oils extracted from the leaves or flowers of plants, shrubs and trees.

Genuine and authentic (unadulterated and extracted without the use of solvents) essential oils are used to treat imbalances in the spiritual, emotional and physical body.

The aromatic or ethereal oils have been used for the prevention of disease and to treat a wide range of illnesses and injuries in many countries and cultures worldwide.

Aromatherapy oils are considered the ethereal oils because they are essentially lighter or less dense – the polar opposite of the earthier saturated fatty acids or oils that they are often blended with. Many aromatherapy oils found in bath shops, toiletries and health food stores are extended with synthetic fragrances, have been extracted with harmful chemicals, or adulterated with a less expensive plant oil of similar chemical structure.

As the modern American Medical community begins to honor and embrace the ancient and time-honored art of healing with pure essential oils the market will gradually reflect the importance in more accurate and non-misleading labeling.

The following list is general guideline that may assist you in selecting products with essential oils for bath or massage.  

Essential oils from roots and barks – Angelica, cinnamon, ginger, sandalwood.
Essential oils distilled from roots have been shown to strengthen the nervous system.                               

Essential oils from leaves – Hyssop, melissa, tea tree, mint, eucalyptus, basil, savory…
Essential oils from leaves have been shown to balance and normalize the respiratory system

Essential oils from fruit – tangerine, orange, juniper, lemon…
Essential oils from fruits strengthen and improve circulation  

Essential oils from seeds - celery, anise, parsley, nutmeg,
Have been shown to strengthen the heart

Essential oils from flowers……chamomile, mimosa, ylang ylang, bergamot, jasmine, rose,
Have been shown to strengthen the abdomen and extremities.

Please check out our extensive list of essential oils. Our oils are pure, natural, and complete (*). 

*Pure - Natural - Complete
 This terminology refers to essential oils that contain no adulterants whatsoever.  They are not extended with vegetable oils or other essential oils. These oils may be redistilled.

**Genuine and Authentic
 Oils with this designation have not been redistilled, have been distilled under reduced pressure, and are also pure, natural and complete.  This category received increased interest and support several decades ago in France due to the official recognition of Aromatherapy for medical use permitting French Insurance co's to reimburse patients for Aromatherapy treatment. 

Essential Oils: Therapeutic Properties & Energetics (this page is currently underconstruction, 12/2011)

Bergamot orange-Citrus auranth. ssp bergamia

Common Uses: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, anthilmintic, calmative

Birch-Betula alleghanensis


Common Uses: Analgesic, detoxifying, stimulating, antispasmodic, and cooling. Our sweet birch oil is salicylic free.

Eucalyptus - class=SpellE>globulous, ssp: Origin: Australia, Tasmania. Now throughout Europe and North America. 
Common Uses: Diseases of the respiratory tract, cough, asthma, pneumonia. Diseases of the urinary tract, infections, cystitis, and diabetes. Fever, rheumatism, neuralgia, migraine, parasites, general debility. Sores, burns, lice repellent.

 Everlast: Helichrysum italicum. France 
Common Uses: Facilitates in the healing of wounds.Everlast is gaining increased recognition for its ability help prevent the formation of scar tissue.

Hyssop- officinialis: Locally produced oil infusion. 
Common Uses:  External-Eczema, sores, bruises. Internal-Bronchial complaints, rheumatism, urinary tract infections. Flatulence, hypertension, hypotension. Bruises.

Lavender-Lavendula officinalis: France, Italy, Dalmatia.
Common Uses: Antiseptic, infections, rheumatism, depression, fevers. and bronchial complaints. Tonic and nervine.

Lemongrass-Cymbopogon citratus: Java, Ceylon, (Cymbopogon flexuosus-India, Madagascar, Tonkin)
Common Uses: Tic repellent, general repellent, and digestive aide. Antispasmodic.

CAUTION: Lemongrass can be attractive to some species of bees if used in too strong a concentration. Products containing predominant amounts of lemongrass should not be worn outdoors.

Marjoram, Sweet-Origanum marjorana: Hungary, Germany, Yugoslavia, Mediterranean.
Common Uses: Rheumatic conditions, neuralgia, head colds, general stimulant for nervous depression and instability. Antispasmodic, digestive aide.

OrangeSweet-Citrus sinensis officinalis: U.S.
Common Uses: Insomnia, chronic diarrhea, anti-spasmodic. Nervine.

Peppermint-Mentha piperita: England, France, Italy and America.
Common Uses: Analgesic, headache, migraine, repellent, bronchial disorders, intestinal parasites, impotence, liver complaints, hyper-acidity, and indigestion.

Rosemary-Rosmarinus officinalis: Spain, South of France, Italy, Tunisia, Damatia.
Common Uses: Rheumatism, muscular pain and stiffness, general fatigue, weakness, lice, scabies, parasites, vertigo, flatulence, colitis, asthma, bronchial conditions, and disorders of the liver.

Rose Geranium-Pelagonium odorantissimum:Algeria, Madagascar and Guinea.
Common Uses: Antiseptic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, tonic. Parasiticide, urinary tract infections, gastric and hepatic complaints.

Sandalwood-Santalum album: India
Common Uses: Astringent, aphrodisiac, tonic, antiseptic and chronic bronchitis. Sandalwood oil is especially warming to the skin and is best used mixed with carrier oil.

Ylang ylang-Cananga odorata: Madagascar, Java, Sumatra, Philippines.
Common Uses: Sedative, antiseptic, aphrodisiac.

Tips for massage practitioners:  Massage practitioners are often asking us what is the best way to deal with oil stains on sheets. We have found that ‘Dawn’ dish detergent works very well. A drop of it applied to the oil spot directly before washing takes it right out. However, never wash in hot water as heat sets the oil. Also, it’s far better to air dry the sheets as opposed to drying since this will also tend to set any oil residue left in the sheets.