Aromatherapy
| Usage | Selection | Quality and Presentation | Ordering | The Essential Oils |
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to Shop Main Page.Our range of essential oils is selected to bring the benefits of this natural therapy in maintaining health and humour to all of us. They offer a simple enhancement to benefit your whole family and home or work.
The simple selection should satisfy most home's needs. We have found that use of a few aromas in the home on a regular basis helps maintain health and happiness and may reduce the use of conventional drugs. Increased resilience maintains the body's protective and self-healing capacities.
Usage
Aromatherapy is not a cure-all but in the context of your lifestyle will help your body's efficient functioning. Essential oils may be used on a regular basis to maintain wellbeing or as a remedy for ailments. Care should be taken at all times, especially with babies and infants. Listen to your own body - if something works continue, if it aggravates then reduce its use.
Essential oils are generally used in three ways:
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massage (5% concentration in carrier oil) and bath
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vapourisation (using a burner or steam inhalation)
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directly.
Essential oils are concentrated. For example it takes about 6 tonnes of rose petals to make one litre of essential oil! Usage is therefore one to a few drops, no more. Often oils are diluted in water (vaporisation) or a carrier oil (massage and, for some, bath to moisturise skin). Different carrier oils may be used for different purposes, but they should always be pure vegetable oils (not baby oil etc) and it is preferable to use a high quality oil. We can supply organic sunflower oil if desired.
Choose the method to suit the requirements and mood. Remember direct application of concentrated oils may have powerful effects.
The action of aroma oil tends to affect a selection of the following general areas:
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Respiratory system
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Digestive system
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Internal organs/lymphatic system/circulation
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External organs (skin/hair)
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Emotional/hormonal
Each oil may influence all areas, but its action will be pronounced in one or a few. Also, individual oils will tend to effect a particular aspect within an area, compared to another oil. For example, myrrh has a powerful antiseptic property making it effective in treatment of skin disorders like athlete's foot, gangrene, viral infections, thrush etc, while niaouli, also beneficial to skin complexion, may be used to treat wounds and burns.
Oils are highly complex, containing many fine chemicals, of which only a fraction may have been identified, all working together. They may be used in conjunction with one another and slightly differently for different people. While they are concentrated and should be treated with respect, their effect on the body is generally in keeping with the natural functioning of the body and are therefore better tolerated by human physiology than synthetic chemicals.
Selection
Please make your selection from the range below. We have also identfied sub-selections for three principal home applications: first aid, mood management and use with children. These are intended to help you keep a useful range in stock.
First Aid |
Mood Management |
Child Friendly |
| Cajeput |
Cajeput |
Eucalyptus |
Quality and Presentation
Our oils are prepared to the highest professional aromatherapist standards. Quality is checked at all stages of processing. They are approved by Maxine Nelson (Dip ITHMA MRQA) for cosmetic and therapeutic applications. We hope you enjoy them.
All are supplied in 10 ml units - none are 5 ml.
All are 100% essential oil - none are diluted in carrier oils.
Ordering
You may order using the order form here:Order Form. Please print it out, fill in order information and customer information, enclose payment and post the order. (If paying by visa/mastercard, you can attach the completed form to an email to us.)
Please allow time for delivery - we aim to ship within one day of funds clearing.
If you are a regular customer for organic produce you may order for delivery with your fresh produce.
The Essential Oils
| Cajeput Euro 4.80 (IŁ 3.78) |
Cedarwood Euro 5.50 (IŁ 4.33) |
Eucalyptus Euro 3.10 (IŁ 2.44) |
Geranium Euro 7.00 (IŁ 5.51) |
| Ginger Euro 7.00 (IŁ 5.51) |
Juniper Euro 10.00 (IŁ 7.88) |
Lavender Euro 6.00 (IŁ 4.73) |
Myrrh Euro 14.00 (IŁ 11.03) |
| Niaouli Euro 5.80 (IŁ 4.57) |
Patchouli Euro 11.00 (IŁ 8.66) |
Peppermint Euro 5.80 (IŁ 4.57) |
Pine Euro 5.50 (IŁ 4.33) |
| Rosemary Euro 5.50 (IŁ 4.33) |
Sandalwood Euro 15.00 (IŁ 11.81) |
Tea Tree Euro 5.50 (IŁ 4.33) |
Ylang Ylang Euro 7.00 (IŁ 5.51) |
Suggested uses are indicated below. Use extra care with babies or if pregnant. Not only are young people more stongly influenced by any treatment than adults, but their immune systems will strengthen by combating physiological disorders independently. If in doubt please consult a qualified practitioner.
| Essential Oil | Quick Reference | Price | Benefits and Usage | Cautions | Properties and Background |
| Respiratory External Emotional
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Euro 4.80(IŁ 3.78) |
Physical: Ear Nose and Throat: principal use for respiratory system. Excellent for asthma, bronchitis, tuberculosis. Dilute for use as mouthwash. Use one drop only direct for toothache. Also a few drops in the bath are helpful for skin conditions. Emotional: Focussing: helps manage compulsiveness and habits, cynicism, disorientation, procrastination. Aids clarity and memory. |
A powerful and penetrating oil to be used with care. Can be iritating to skin and mucous membrane. Not to be used with babies under 18 months. Seek advice for use with children under 12 and in pregnancy. |
Properties: Antiseptic, anti-infectious, tonic, decongestant, antirheumatic. Main constituents: Terpineol alcohol, benzaldehyde, cineole, dipentene, limonene, pinene. Background: Traditionally used as insect repellent, for skin diseases, and stomach troubles and to make tea. Cultivated in tropical climates. |
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| External Emotional/hormonal
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Euro 5.50 (IŁ 4.33) |
Physical: Astringent and regenerative properties makes it useful in skin conditions, eg: eczema, acne, oily skin and hair, dandruff and alopecia, athlete's foot and fungal infections. Also benefits arthritis. Aids bronchial and respiratory infection. Used in the bath aids cystistis, urinary tract infections, venereal infections and leucorrhea. Emotional: Composing: Aids emotional composure, reducing stress and scattered thoughts, balancing anxiety and nervous tension. Said to have aphrodisiac properties. |
A powerful oil to be used with care. Not to be used in pregnancy (can be abortive) or with babies under 18 months. Seek advice for use with children under 12. |
Properties: Antiseptic, Regenerative, diuretic, wound healing, antifungal, lymphotonic. Main constituents: Cedrol alcohol, cadinene, cedrene, cedrenol. Background: One of the earliest essential oils known. Traditionally coming from Lebanon and used by the Egyptians for embalming/mummification and construction of coffins. Also used for medicine and cosmetics by ancient civilisations; still used in Tibet. Used in furniture because of its insect repellant properties. |
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| External Respiratory Muscular &: OK for children
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Euro 3.10 (IŁ 2.44) |
Physical: Principally benefits sinus trouble. Widely used as an inhalant and chest rub benefiting asthma, bronchitis, catarrh, colds and cold symptoms. In massage also aids rheumatic conditions. In the bath aids diabetes, cystisis and skin conditions like herpes, athletes foot, lice and fungal infections. Stops the irritation of insect bites. Emotional: Neutral. May be generally uplifting for some. |
May irritate skin in high dosages. Avoid with homeopathic remedies. Use half dosages for babies, children and when pregnant. Not to be taken internally: toxic. |
Properties: Antiseptic, antirheumatic, antineuralgic, vermifuge (repells worms), febrifuge (lowers temperature), expectorant. Main constituents: Citronellal aldehyde, cineole (eucalyptol), aromadendrene, camphene, fenchene, phellandrene, pinene. Background: Native to Australia and Tasmania one of the tallest trees known used by aborigines as a general healer. Also called Blue Gum Tree. |
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| Emotional/hormonal External &: OK for children |
Euro 7.00 (IŁ 5.51) |
Physical: Principally benefits hormonal system eg aiding menopausal flushes or hormone imbalance. Also a skin tonic aiding eczema, dermatitis and blotchy skin. May be used on all skin types. Stimulates lymphatic system helping to relieve fluid retention. Emotional: Balancing: aids mood swings and emotional attachment. Relieves PMT. |
Use half the amount with babies, children or when pregnant. Generally non-sensitising but may irritate very sensitive skin. |
Properties: Antibacterial, antidepresant, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious, antiseptic, antispasmodic, diuretic, deodorant. Main constituents: Geranic acid, geraniol, citolellol, linalol, myrtenol, terpineol, citral aldehyde, methione, eugenol, sabinene. Background: Native to South Africa. Traditionally used in cosmetics because of its pleasant aroma and also as an insect repellant. Believed to keep away evil spirits. Stimulates the adrenal cortex which motivates much hormonal activity. |
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| Digestion Circulation/internal
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Euro 7.00 (IŁ 5.51) |
Physical: Calming effect on the digestive system and a stimulating effect on the nervous system. Benefits diarrhea, flatulence, dispepsia and general digestive disorders. Aids kidney function when massaged (in carrier oil) in that area. Aids travel sickness and nausea. Encourages immunity against sinus problems such as colds. Aids circulation benefiting rheumatism and chilblains. Said to be aphrodisiac. Emotional: aids self-acceptance and self-awareness. |
Do not use in cases of hypertension. Avoid if suffering from gastric or peptic ulcers. Use in small amounts at all times and half the amount for babies, children or when pregnant. May irritate mucous membranes if used in bath. |
Properties: Anticatarrhal, circulatory, digestive, stomachic. Main constituents: Borneol alcohol, citral aldehyde, cineole, zinziberene, camphene, limonene, phellandrene. Background: Native to Asia used in Chinese medicine to relieve excess moisture in the body. One the first spices to reach the West from China. Used in cooking and medicine. Was used as a remedy against the plague. |
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| Internal/circulatory Muscular &:Caution for some |
Euro 10.00 (IŁ 7.88) |
Physical: Particularly a stimulant for the circulatory systems and internal cleansing. Good for aching limbs, rheumatism, arthritis etc. Diuretic properties aid internal purification. Used in treating ME, MS, HIV because it fortifies the immune system. Also aids skin problems eg psoriasis, eczema, acne, sunburn. Used for gastrointestinal disorders. Emotional: Cleansing and healing, stimulant against lethargy. Refreshing and invigorating. |
Generally safe, but use caution or avoid with infants. Avoid with babies, in pregnancy or when lactating. Avoid if suffering from kidney disease. Excessive use can cause kidney inflammation, urine retention. |
Properties: Anticatarrhal, antiseptic, antirheumatic, diuretic, immune system fortifier, expectorant. Main constituents: linalol, citral aldehyde, citronellal aldehyde, geraniol, cadinene, bisabolene, camphene, dipentene, limonene, pinene, phellandrene. Background: Found throughout temperate climates of the northern hemisphere. Traditionally used to keep away evil spirits and as a strong disinfectant against plague. Also used by Egyptians to make skin supple as part of mummification process. |
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| General first aid Body and mind balancer Muscular &: OK for children |
Euro 6.00 (IŁ 4.73) |
A general curative and balancing herb. Aids the immune system. This most versatile essence should be part of any basic aromatherapy kit. Physical: A strong balancing action, even known to assist in labour when massaged or compressed on the abdomen. May be applied to cuts, bruises, burns and bites - good first aid. Helpful for high blood pressure, dizziness, palpitations and general stress. A drop massaged on the temples may aid migraine. In the bath and in massage aids muscular pain. Good for diaper rash. Emotional: Helps with fear, insecurity, paranoia, panic attacks, restlessness and general worry. Aids insomnia. Mood balancer moderating negative thoughts, stress, hyperactivity etc. |
Generally none. But use caution in cases of low blood pressure. Do not take oil internally (lavender tea, however, is beneficial). May be used with children, babies and when pregnant (generally at lower dosages). |
Properties: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, analgesic, anti-inflamatory, disinfectant, antiinfectious, insecticide, parasiticide, decongestant, adaptogenic, regulates circulatory and nervous systems. Main constituents: Borneol, geraniol, lavandulol, linalol. Geranyl acetate, lavandulyl acetate, linalyl acetate, cineole, caryophyllene, limonene, pinene. Background: Native to the Mediterranean region it has been used as a versatile curative. In folk medicine used as a mild sedative, cough suppresant and digestive aid and rheumatic relief. Used to stimulate paralysed limbs and as an antiseptic during the 2nd World War. Also an insect repellant. |
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| External Muscular
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Euro 14.00 (IŁ 11.03) |
Physical: Good dermatological problems including athlete's foot, gangrene, fungal infections, ringworm, thrush, viral hepatitis. Said to help ageing skin. Massage benefits strong digestive and muscular problems such as dysentry and arthritis. Also benefits chronic lung conditions and bronchitis. May be used in mouthwash for ulcers, bleeding gums, bad breath, sore throat, laryngitis (bitter taste). An expectorant. Emotional: neutral, may be calming for some. |
Relatively mild (although strong aroma) but may not be used with babies or infants. May be used at half dosage for children and in pregnancy. |
Properties: Anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antiinfectious, antiseptic, regenerative, decongestant, parasiticide, moderator of thyroid. Main constituents: myrrholic acid, cinnamic aldehyde, cuminic aldehyde, eugenol, cadinene, dipentene, heerabolene, limonene, pinene. Background: Native to north Africa and Asia traditionally used in medicine and perfume. One of the ingredients used in embalming by Egyptians. Said to be aphrodisiac. |
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| Respiratory External Muscular &: OK for children |
Euro 5.80 (IŁ 4.57) |
Physical: Strong antiseptic qualities make this effective in treating respiratory problems including colds, asthma, bronchitis, catarrh. Aids skin conditions including psoriasis, herpes, cystitis and acne, also treats wounds and burns. Aids rheumatism. Has been used with chemotherapy to treat cancer. Emotional: neutral, may be uplifting for some. |
Avoid during pregnancy |
Properties: antiinfectious, antibacterial, anticatarrhal, anti-inflamatory, antiseptic, antiparasitic, expectorant, moderates high blood pressure and aids vein decongestion. Main constituents: valeric acid, terpineol, cineole, limonene, pinene. Background: Originally known as gomenol, coming from French East Indies and used in hospitals as a valuable antiseptic. |
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| Emotional
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Euro 11.00 (IŁ 8.66) |
Physical: Generally calming and aids recovery from infection, skin conditions and stretch marks. Emotional: Calming; has a soothing influence on the nervous system and aids depression, stress, nervous exhaustion. Aids clarity. Mellowing aphrodisiac. |
Gentle but avoid with babies and infants because of its sedative effects. Also use sparingly while pregnant. Not to be used with homeopathic remedies. |
Properties: antidepressant, antiinflammatory, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, fungicidal, febrifuge. Main constituents: patchoulol, benzoic aldehyde, cinamic aldehyde, eugenol, cadinene, patchoulene. Background: Native to India and south east Asia, it has predominantly been used as a perfume. In India it is used to scent linen. Has been used for poisonous snake bites. |
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| Respiratory Digestion Muscular
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Euro 5.80 (IŁ 4.57) |
Physical: Excellent aid to moderate cold symptoms, clearing sinuses. Also valuable digestive helping indigestion, dispepsia, flatulence etc. Also helps sickness generally e.g. travel sickness, morning sickness. Soothes and refreshes tired muscles. Emotional: Cools emotions and stimulates the mind, aids work focus. |
Avoid excessive use - may irritate mucous membranes. May discourage milk flow while breast feeding, avoid use during pregnancy or with babies. Should not be used with heart conditions. Should not be used with homeopathic remedies. |
Properties: antiinfectous, antiseptic, anticatarrhal, expectorant, antiviral, fungicide, digestive, antispasmodic. Main constituents: amyl alcohol, menthol, menthyl acetate, carvone, cineole, jasmone, menthone, carvacrol, cadinene, limonene, phellandrene. Background: Native to Europe and cultivated widely it has been used as a flavouring, cold remedy, and for vermin control. |
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| Respiratory Circulatory/Internal |
Euro 5.50 (IŁ 4.33) |
Physical: A powerful aid to cleansing the respiratory tract used in treatment of colds, bronchitis, flu etc. Also hay fever. Antiseptic qualities aid abdominal complaints such as urethritis, uterine congestion, pyelitis when massaged or in bath. Parasiticide qualities aid scabies and lice. Emotional: Uplifting and clearing of mind and senses. |
Do not overuse with babies, children or while pregnant, although in small doses may be useful. |
Properties: antiseptic, antiinfectious, antifungal, antidiabetic, neurotonic, lymphatic decongestant, parasiticide. Main constituents: borneol, bonyl acetate, terpinyl acetate, cadinene, camphene, dipentene, phellandrene, pinene, sylvestrine. Background: An evergreen tree grown in northern latitudes used in disinfectants, cleaning agents, room deodorisers etc. |
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| Circulation/internal Emotional
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Euro 5.50 (IŁ 4.33) |
Physical: an invigorating essence helping to raise low blood pressure and improve circulation. Also an aid to migraine and hangover. Warms cold limbs aiding arthritis and rheumatism. A rosemary rinse aids dandruff. Emotional: Stimulates clarity and focus, aiding memory and mental alertness. |
Not to be used by those with high blood pressure or epilepsy. Avoid during pregnancy and with "hot head" migraines. Use low dose or avoid with babies. |
Properties: circulatory aid, carminative. Main constituents: borneol, linalol, cuminic aldehyde, bornyl acetate, camphor, cineole, caryophyllene, camphene, pinene. Background: Native to Mediterranean it has been used in traditional ceremonies including marriage as a symbol of love and loyalty and to ward off evil. |
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| Emotional/ meditation Circulation/internal Respiratory &: OK for children |
Euro 15.00 (IŁ 11.81) |
Physical: particularly useful for male hormonal balance, an aphrodisiac and aid to impotence. Aids clearing of sinuses and respiratory problems. In bath helps internal problems including diarrhea, dysentry, urinary and venereal problems. An astrigent for the skin, also helping dry skin. Emotional: A natural mind and spirit balancer, used in meditation. Calms and aids emotional problems. Aids self-expression. Helps with fears of the future, work, effort, difficulties. |
Generally safe with children in lower doses. Do not massage if pregnant and take care if kidney problems evident. |
Properties: antiseptic, decongestant, antiinflamatory, calming and soothing, lymphatic aid. Main constituents: santanol, furfurol, santalene. Background: Coming from India, the best from Mysore, it is used in Ayurvedic healing for acne, poison stings, external bleeding, blood purification. Also popular in perfumes and cosmetics. |
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| General immunity and wellbeing External Respiratory &: OK for children |
Euro 5.50(IŁ 4.33) |
Physical: A gentle feeling but powerful acting aid to recovery. Has been used in treatment of AIDS, HIV, ME and cancer. Helps reduce physiological shock and scarring. Aids skin conditions such as acne, eczema, dermatitis, spots, plantar warts, shingles, chicken pox, thrush, urethritis. Also aids recovery from colds. Emotional: Neutral, may be calming and focussing for some. |
Generally alright for use with babies, children and in pregnancy. However, can cause skin irritation and should not be used in cases of kidney impairment. |
Properties: antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, neurotonic, immune system stimulant. Main constituents: terpineol, cineole, cymene, pinene, terpinene, viridiflorene. Background: Found only in Australia it is of the same family as cajeput, eucalyptus and niaoli, but has lower concentration of cineole allowing it to be used more widely. A very unusual organism botanically containing unusual compounds, it has a strong immune system stimulating action and is useful in many applications. It has long been used by Bundjalund Aborigines for many ailments because of its healing power. |
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| General tonic Emotional &: OK for children |
Euro 7.00 (IŁ 5.51) |
Physical: A gentle calming physiological effect. A general skin and hair tonic and aphrodisiac. Emotional: A calming and balancing effect on the nervous system aiding confidence. Helps calm and reduce anger, irritability, irrationality, self esteem etc. |
Excessive use may cause headaches or nausea or skin irritation. May be used with babies and children in small doses. |
Properties: antiseptic, nervous regulator, antispasmodic, hypertension relief, febrifuge. Main constituents: benzoic acid, farnesol, geraniol, linalol, benzyl acetate, eugenol, safrol, ylangol, cadinene, pinene. Background: From south east Asia and Madagascar, "flower of flowers" has been widely used in cosmetics as a fragrance. |
