Eucalyptus

• Botanical name - Eucalyptus globulus
• Main Constituents - 1, 8-cineole, pinen-alpha, para-cymene, pinen-beta
• Blends with - Juniper, Lavender, Marjoram, Myrtle, Peppermint, Rosemary, Thyme, Lemon, Pine Needle
• Made from - Steam distilled from the leaves.

The Eucalyptus tree originated in Australia and was introduced to Europe in the 1700's. It is an ingredient found in many commercial products for colds and nasal congestion. It is an antibacterial.

Cough and Cold: Mix 2 drops eucalyptus, 2 drops tea tree, and 1 teaspoon of base oil for chest massage or steam inhale.

Nasal Congestion: Massage sinuses and nasal cavity with 2 drops rosemary, 2 drops eucalyptus, and 1 teaspoon of base oil.

Muscle Strains: Massage diluted oil onto strain or put 4 drops of oil onto a cold compress for acute pain.

Geranium Rose

• Botanical Name - Pelargonium graveolens
• Main Constituents - Citronellol, geranoil, citronellylformiate, linalool, isomenthone
• Blends with - Chamomile, Juniper, all Citrus Oils
• Made from - Steam distilled from the flower snd leaves

Geranium originated in southern Africa. Over 1700 species of geranium exist. The scent of the oil is sweet and flowery not unlike rose oil. It is great for stress relieving facials.

Depression: Full body massage with diluted oil or put 2 drops on a handkerchief and inhale

Facials: Massage face with diluted oil

Minor cuts and sores: Apply cold compress with 4 drops of oil

Minor burns: Immerse affected area with cool boiled water, then apply cold compress with 4 drops of oil

Lavender

• Botanical name - Lavandula officialis
• Main Constituents - linalylacetate, linalook, lavandulylacetate, caryophyllene, terpineol-4
• Blends with - Marjoram, all Citrus Oils, Frankincense
• Made from - Steam distilled from the flower.

Lavender is the most widely used essential oil and has been in use since the time of the Roman Empire. It is a sedative, analgesic, and an antiseptic

Headache: Massage temples with undiluted oil

Insomnia: Put 2 drops on your pillow at night

Minor burns: Apply undiluted oil onto wound

Acne: Apply cold compress made with 4 drops of oil

Earache: Put 4 drops in boiling water and inhale steam

Nausea: Put 2 drops on a handkerchief and inhale

Patchouli

• Botanical name - Pogostemon cablin
• Main constituents - patchoulol, patchoulene
• Blends with - Clary Sage, Frankincense, Lavender
• Made from - Steam distilled from dried leaves.

Only the very young leaves of this aromatic herb are used to produce Patchouli. This essential oil is a very popular perfume oil that has a sweet woodsy smell, very near to incense. It is cultivated mainly in Southeast Asia. It is said to be an aphrodisiac and anti-inflammatory

Swollen joints: Apply cold compress with 4 drops of oil

Aging skin: Add 3 drops into facial lotion

Romantic massage: Full body massage with diluted oil

Oily hair: Add 6 drops to shampoo

Peppermint

• Botanical name - Mentha piperita
• Main constituents - menthol, trans-sabinen-hydrate, 1.8 cineol, menthylacetate, iso-menthone
• Blends with - Cedar, Cypress, Pine, Cajeput, Grapefruit, Lavandin, Rosemary
• Made from - Steam distilled from the leaf

The familiar aroma of peppermint has a wide variety of aromatherapy uses. For the price, it is a true value. It has a sharp menthol fragrance. It is an analgesic, anesthetic, and a decongestant.

Rosemary

• Botanical name - Rosmarius officinalis
• Main constituents - various scent and beneficial effects, depending on the chemotype
• Blends with - Citrus Oils, Juniper, Queen of the Meadow, Hyssop, Pepper, Conifer Oils
• Made from - Steam distillation of the herb

Rosemary is an herb that has a piercing, fresh scent. In medieval times it was thought to be an elixir of youth and to "help weak memory and quicken the senses". It is a great addition to toners and astringents for its refreshing and invigorating qualities.

Mental Alertness: Put 4 drops on handkerchief and inhale

Uplifting: Energetic foot massage with diluted oil

Muscle Aches: Massage in gentle motions with diluted oil

Dry Hair: Massage warm diluted oil onto the ends of hair

Dandruff: Add 5 drops of oil into shampoo.

Tea Tree

• Botanical name - Melaleuca alternifolia
• Main Constituents - terpinen-4-ol, terpinen-gamma, terpinen-alpha, terpineol-alpha, cyrmen-alpha, 1,8-cineole
• Blends with - Geranium, Citrus Oils, Lavender, Rose, Sandalwood, Palarosa, Thyme
• Made from - Steam distilled from the leaves.

Captain Cook first mentioned Tea Tree in 1772 during his voyage to Botany Bay, Australia. He and his crew made a tea from the leaves to prevent scurvy, thus the name Tea Tree. The aboriginal peoples have been using it to treat wounds long before that. Australian soldiers were issued Tea Tree oil as an antiseptic during World War II. Almost every household in Australia has a bottle. It has a fresh medicinal smell.

Acne: Apply undiluted oil onto pimple

Cuts & Burns: Apply cold compress made with 4 drops of oil

Cough: Massage chest with diluted oil

Sinus Pressure: Massage sinus area with diluted oil