Directory of Essential Oils

Oil
How it can help
Caution

Basil
Lifts depression, relieves muscles from stress and strain.
S

Benzoin
Acne antiseptic, relieves laryngitis, soothes respiratory disorders, stimulates circulation.

Bergamot
Refreshing, fights viral infections, assists digestion, combats acne, cold sores, cystitis, and dermatitis.
L

Cedarwood
Useful against acne, bronchitis, skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis.
S

Chamomile
Anti-inflammatory, sedative, for burns, cuts cystitis, skin irritations, PMS, stress
Y

Cinnamon
Antiseptic, antibacterial, stimulates circulation, eases diarrhoea.
S

Clary Sage
Anti-depressant, soothes anxiety, hysteria and insomnia, aids sore throats, period complaints, lifts post-natal depression.

Cypress
Anti-spasmodic, stimulates circulation, deodorizes feet, aids menopause problems.
S, N

Eucalyptus
A natural antiseptic, aids aches and pains, combats colds, flu, infection, fever, sores.

Fennel
Cleanses the liver, aids indigestion, constipation and fluid retention.
S, N

Frankincense
Calming, aids urine infections, cleans wounds, clears the brain and encourages concentration, excellent aid in meditation

Geranium
Relaxing and uplifting, a good antiseptic, helps oily skin disorders, soothes dermatitis.

Hyssop
Aids coughs, eases flatulence, removes ‘brain fog’ and encourages relaxation
S, N

Jasmine
Relieves nervous tension, brings relaxation, uplifting, soothes respiratory conditions, good for dry, sensitive skins. Don’t use during pregnancy, excellent during labour.

Juniper
Cleanses, purifies the air, eases muscular pain, useful against dermatitis and eczema.
S

Lavender
The most versatile oil, antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-viral. Battles infection, heals burns and sunburn, soothes eczema, dermatitis, and other skin irritations, relieves digestive and urinary complaints, calms, clears headaches, earaches, eases pain, comforts relaxes, useful for insomnia.

Lemon
Astringent, very refreshing and uplifting, eases digestive complaints.
L

Marjoram
Eases muscle and joint pain, headaches and migraines, encourages a restful sleep.
S

Myrrh
Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, cooling, eases depression.
S

Neroli
Uplifting oil encourages optimism, rejuvenates skin, calming, soothes anxiety and shock, excellent in anti-stretch mark oils, wonderful to use during pregnancy.

Orange
Antiseptic, stimulates digestive system, promotes cheerfulness
L

Patchouli
Anti-depressant astringent, a powerful fungicidal, lifts moods, a sensual oil

Peppermint
Cools and warms, depending on the conditions. Eases car sickness, sore tummies, vomiting, toothache, diarrhoea, promotes clarity, soothes bronchitis.

Petitgrain
Deodorizes, calms, encourages happiness, increases sociability.
L

Rose
Most celebrate of oils, represents and strengthens love, uplifting, soothes menstrual problems, good tonic for skins, especially dry or mature, relieves stress
Y

Rosemary
Antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, anti-bacterial, very warming, combats colds and flu, excellent hair tonic, soothes migraines, aids asthma and coughs.
S, N

Sage
Anti-inflammatory, soothes aches, pains, calms period pains, eases sore throats
S, N

Sandalwood
Powerful antiseptic, excellent for sore throats, clears respiratory conditions, uplifts a depressed mind, anti-spasmodic

Tea-tree
Antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal. Clears skins, respiratory, other infections, sore throats, acne, abscess, sunburn

Thyme
Anti-depressant, most powerful antiseptic oil, aids cold or flu relief, deodorizes, relieves respiratory complaints.
S, N

Ylang Ylang
Sweet, sensual oil, reputed aphrodisiac, calming, anti-depressant, relaxes mind and body, eases high blood pressure

Cautions
S - Do not use during pregnancy
Y - Use with caution during pregnancy
L - May cause photo-sensitivity. Don't use before exposure to sunlight.
N - Don't use if you have epilepsy or high blood pressure