Essential Oils

Aromatherapy combines the soothing, healing touch of massage with the therapeutic properties of Essential Oils. Aromatherapy is an holistic treatment which can have a profound effect on the mind, body and emotions.

Many of the oils used in Aromatherapy have a long history of therapeutic use. We have gathered these pages of information as a resource for anyone wishing to learn more about aromatherapy and Aromatherapy Oils.

We have gathered together here brief outlines and properties of some of the common aromatherapy oils - some have more detailed descriptions available.

NB: Pregnant women and anyone suffering from high blood pressure or epilepsy should consult a health professional before using any essentail oils.

Bergamot (Citrus Bergamia)
Uplifting, refreshing and relaxing. Encourages cheerful emotions, ideal for depression. Its delicate, sweet aroma can also be used to freshen and uplift a room.
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Cedarwood (Juniperus Virginiana)
With a dry woody perfume this oil is ideal for soothing, harmonizing and focusing the mind. Antiseptic and astringent properties beneficial to oily skin.
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Chamomile (Anthemis Nobilis)
With its distinctive apple, herb aroma this oil aids sleep and soothes tired muscles. It also encourages emotional peace and calm with a gently calming effect on mind, body and emotions. An excellent oil for dry, sensitive and allergic skins.

Clary Sage (Salvia Sclarea)
Deeply relaxing and euphoric. Eases feelings of depression and when feeling run down emotionally and physically. Contains sensual properties and has a nutty pervasive fragrance.
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Cypress (Cypressus Sempervirens)
A rich woody aroma helps to build emotional and mental resolve. An effective foot bath and deodorant

Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Globulus)
Well known camphoraceos odour, stimulating and cleansing especially in the winter months. A powerful, penetrating bactericidal and anti-viral oil for sickrooms.

Frankincense (Boswellia Carteri)
Aids meditation and fortifies and quiets the mind. Encourages feelings of well being. A haunting and resinous aroma.
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Geranium (Pelargonium Graveloens)
Sustaining, relaxing and restoring. It has a strong strengthening effect balances emotions and raises energy reserves whilst soothing mind and body. Balances sebum and is therefore suitable for all skin types. Has a penetrating floral perfume.
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Grapefruit (Citrus Paradisi)
Refreshing and reviving, especially when feeling down this oil clears the mind and uplifts the spirits. A sharp, clear citrus fragrance.

Jasmine Absolute (Jasminum Officinale)
The heady, exotic perfume uplifts and nurtures as well as boosting confidence. An emotionally warming sensual oil. Helpful for post-natal recovery and also a good skin tonic.

Juniper Berry (Juniperus Communis)
Purifying, eliminating with a clear woody aroma. This oil clears emotional overload and helps to cleanse the body of impurities. A great tonic for oily or congested skin.
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Lavender (Lavandula Officinalis)
Clear light flowery aroma, versatile oil for relaxing and balancing for mind and body. Aids sleep, soothes tired muscles, benefits the immune system encourages stillness and tranquility. Has some antiseptic qualities and is useful for the skin.

Lemon (Citrus Limonum)
Refreshes and cools bringing clarity to mind and emotions restoring vitality acting as a tonic to the circulatory system. Has beneficial effects on the immune system, is cleansing on the skin.

Lime (Citrus Aurantifolia)
An uplifting, energizing oil with a sweet fragrance. Uplifts and restores vigour aiding recovery during convalescence. Has an astringent tonic action on the skin.

Mandarin (Citrus Reticulata)
Fruity, yangy citrus perfume with a gently cheering effect, aiding youthful thoughts and feelings. Soothing effect upon the digestive system. Can be used in pregnancy with Neroli to avoid strech marks.
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Marjoram (Origanum Marjorana)
A warm and spicy aroma with warm comforting tones. Eases loneliness and grief, relaxing for muscles especially after sport or work. Aids sleep and rest.

Neroli (Citrus Aurantium)
A haunting bitter sweet aroma, very relaxing and soothing. Brings feelings of peace. Good for ageing, dry and sensitive skin and balancing in times of shock and hysteria.

Palmarosa (Cymbopogon Martini)
Refreshing and uplifting. Gently soothing whilst promoting clear thought. helps all skin types especially dry skin. Light floral perfume.

Patchouli (Pogostemon Cablin)
Deep earthy, sensual, grounding oil which uplifts the spirit whilst clearing the mind. Moisturizing for dry skin. A musky, exotic, lingering aroma.

Peppermint (Mentha Arvensis)
Stimulating and penetrating. Clears the head and soothes the emotions, soothes the digestive system, relieves tired feet and mind. A useful oil when travelling. A piercing menthol fragrance.

Rose (Rosa Damascena)
With a deep and luxurious floral perfume this oil is both soothing and uplifting, great when sad or tired. A tonic for the female reproductive system. a sensual and delightful oil, romantic, creative, gently cheering.
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Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis)
A powerful mental stimulant which aids memory and concentration, restores vitality and invigorates. helpful when overworked with a refreshing herb / wood fragrance.
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Rosewood (Aniba Rosaeodora)
Grounding, balancing and reviving, stabilizing and comforting to the emotions. A great oil to steady the mind, ideal for exams. Seductive floral woody perfume.

Sandalwood (Santalum Album)
A relaxing and meditative oil with sensual properties, soothing and comforting to body and mind. Encourages feelings of well being. Helps ageing, dry and itchy skin. Sweet woody fragrance.
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Tea Tree (Melaleuca Alternifolia)
An effective oil with powerful antiseptic properties benefits the immune system disinfects and de-odorises, strengthens especially during the winter months and convalescence. Very helpful in skin care and currently very popular for a number of uses.
A more detailed description is available here

Thyme (Thymus Vulgaris)
A stimulating, protecting oil that has a strengthening effect on the the nerves. ideal for the treatment of exhaustion both physical and mental. A help to the immune system. Warms with its pungent herbal aroma
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Ylang Ylang (Cananga Odorata)
An exotic and sensual oil with relaxing qualities. Soothes and uplifts and has a regulating effect on excited and nervous conditions. Good for both oily and dry skin. Sweet heady floral aroma
A more detailed description of this oil is available here