ESSENTIAL OIL PROFILES

aromatherapy: aro·ma·ther·a·py - noun:
The use of volatile plant oils, including essential oils, for psychological and physical well-being.
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Caraway Seed  
Botanical name: Carum carvi
Origin: India 
Method: Steam Distilled, Organic
Aromatherapy Applications: Use in facial steam mixtures to stimulate the complexion.
General Actions: Antihistamine, antimicrobial, antiseptic 
Safety:  Non-toxic, nonsensitizing
Primary Therapy Agent:   Dull and sluggish complexions
Secondary Therapy Agent:  Bronchitis, coughs, laryngitis, hoarseness, colic, cramp, gastric spasm, loss of appetite, colds/flu

Cedarwood / Cedarwood, Atlas
Botanical Name: Cedrus atlantica
Antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, fungicidal, sedative (nervous), stimulant (circulatory), tonic. 
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Light Golden Yellow
Perfumery Note: Base
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong
Aromatic Description: Woody, sweet, sharper note than Virginian cedarwood, aroma, balsamic.
Possible Uses: Acne, arthritis, bronchitis, coughing, cystitis, dandruff, dermatitis, stimulates lymph circulation / aids “cellulite”, stress, antiseptic; in diffuser kills airborne bacteria, stimulates immune system, regulates nervous system, sedative

Cedarwood, Virginia
Botanical Name: Juniperus virginiana
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Clear
Perfumery Note: Base
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Fresh, woody, balsamic
Possible Uses: Acne, arthritis, bronchitis, coughs, cystitis, dandruff, dermatitis, insect repellant, stress

Clove Bud
Botanical Name: Eugenia caryophyllata
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Light Golden Yellow
Consistency: Medium, Slightly Oily
Perfumery Note: Middle
Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong
Aromatic Description: Spicy, warming yet slightly bitter, woody, reminiscent of true clove buds, but richer
Possible Uses:  Acne, arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, rheumatism, sprains, strains, toothache
Traditional Uses: antiseptic, antifungal, anti-viral, powerful bactericidal-large spectrum, circulatory stimulant, immune stimulant. Creates a positive, optimistic lightness

Eucalyptus
Botanical Name: Eucalyptus radiata
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Clear
Perfumery Note: Middle
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Slightly camphorous, sweet, fruity
Possible Uses:  Arthritis, acne, bronchitis, colds, coughing, poor circulation, skin ailments, sore muscles and joints, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, headache

Jasmine
Botanical Name: Jasminum officinalis
Common Method of Extraction: Solvent Extracted
Part of Plant: flowers
Color: Deep Brown with a Golden Tinge
Perfumery Note: Middle
Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong
Aromatic Description: Warm, floral, exotic, sweet, tea
Possible Uses: Anxiety, cough, depression, eczema, energy - low, frigidity,hoarseness, labor pain, lethargy, listlessness, muscle spasms, stress

Lavender
Botanical Name: Lavendula officinalis
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow
Perfumery Note: Top/Middle
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, floral, herbaceous, slightly fruity
Possible Uses: Acne, allergies, anxiety, asthma, athlete's foot, bruises, burns, chicken pox, colic, cuts, cystitis, depression, dermatitis, earache, flatulence, headache, hypertension, insect bites, insect repellant, itching, labor pains, migraine, oily skin, rheumatism, scabies, scars, sores, sprains, strains, stress, stretch marks, vertigo
Skin: all skin types, acne, dry acne, oily (balances sebum), psoriasis, pruritis, bruises, burns-severe, thread veins (couperose skin), aids wound healing, abscesses, ulcers, soothes skin, all problems concerning splitting of dermis and epidermis, regenerates cells, stimulates cleansing and detoxifying, eczema, scars, sedative, aids headache, nervous tension, exhaustion

Lemon
Botanical Name: Citrus limon
Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed
Color: Yellow
Perfumery Note: Top
Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong
Aromatic Description: Aroma is similar to fresh lemon rinds except richer and more concentrated.
Possible Uses: Athlete's foot, asthma, cellulite, acne, boils, colds, corns, dull skin, thin hair and nails, flu, oily skin, strengthens epidermis function, tightens blood vessels, stimulates connective tissue, protects against infection, aids development of acid mantle, varicose veins, warts. A cleanser; clears airborne bacteria, antiseptic, refreshing, cooling properties, enhance concentration. Adaptogen, antifungal, antiseptic, anti-viral, antitoxic, antisclerotic, bactericidal, cicatrizant, insecticidal, decongestant. Stimulant to brain, all sense organs and Parasympathetic Nervous system, clears thought, aids concentration

May Chang (Berry and Seed Oil) / Litsea Cubeba
Botanical Name: Litsea cubeba
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Yellow
Perfumery Note: Medium
Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong
Aromatic Description: Sharp, with a complex lemony aroma
Possible Uses: Acne, indigestion.
Plant profile: May chang is a tree from China with delicate leaves and little whitish-yellow flowers that become highly lemon-scented tiny fruits. It is similar to lemongrass, but has a much lighter and sweeter fragrance, soft, sweet, and fruity.
Traditional Uses:  Eases muscular aches and pains, strains, and backache; eases panic or stress attacks; uplifts depression and anxiety, mood swings, and tearfulness.

Niaouli
Botanical Name: Melaleuca quinquenervia
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Clear
Perfumery Note: Middle
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Earthy, musty, harsh.
Possible Uses: Aches, acne, cellulite, boils, corns, warts, oily (balances sebum), couperose, dry skin, thin hair and nails, strengthens epidermis function, tightens blood vessels, stimulates connective tissue, protects against infection, aids development of acid mantle. Aides in all respiratory infections. Clears thought, aids concentration
Traditional Uses: Adaptogen, antifungal, antiseptic, anti-viral, antitoxic, bactericidal, cicatrizant, insecticidal, rubefacient, diuretic, diaphoretic, febrifuge, vermifuge, hemostatic, hypotensive, vasoconstrictor and decongestant

Peppermint
Botanical Name: Mentha piperita
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge
Perfumery Note: Top
Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong
Aromatic Description: Minty, reminiscent of peppermint candies, but more concentrated. More fragrant than spearmint
Possible Uses: Asthma, exhaustion, fever, headache, nausea, scabies, sinusitis, vertigo
Both warming and cooling cleansing and purifying properties. Refreshing, mental stimulant, energizing, used to enhance well-being of digestive and respiratory system. Good nerve tonic that helps with mental fatigue and nervous stress. Arthritis, muscular aches and pains, rheumatism
Traditional Uses: analgesic, anesthetic, anti-inflammatory (intestinal, urinary), antimicrobial. Skin: acne, dermatitis, ringworm, scabbies, toothache, detox, constricts capillaries, relieves itching (pruritis, eczema, urticaria), softens and degreases skin, removes blackheads, cools skin, retains moisture in skin. Instills inspiration and insight

Ravensara
Botanical Name: Ravensara aromatica
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Clear with a Tinge of Yellow
Perfumery Note: Top
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Slightly medicinal, eucalyptus-like, slightly sweet with a fruity hint. 
Traditional Uses: Strongly anti-infectious, antiseptic, antiviral, antiasthmatic, antibacterial, antispasmodic, antitussive, appears antiallergenic, analgesic, carminative, diuretic, expectorant, immune stimulant, neurotonic, energizing- strong CNS stimulant. Respiratory problems, colds and flu, canker and cold sores, cuts, wounds, burns, anti-biotic, liver, lung infections, rhinopharyngitis, flu, sinusitis, viral hepatitis, cholera, herpes, athlete's foot, infectious mononucleosis, insomnia, and muscle fatigue. 
Anxiety, stress and related illnesses, aids nervous fatigue; aids with realizing one's potentials, increasing desire for changes.

Sage 
Botanical name: Salvia officinalis
Extraction: Steam distilled
Odor: clear, herbal, camphorous and powerful
Traditional Uses: antifungal (candida), antimicrobial, anti-infectious, antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, bactericidal, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, laxative, stimulant, cholagogue, choleretic, cicatrizant, depurative, digestive.
Inflamed skin, dull and sluggish complexions, oily secretions (skin and hair), aids dermatitis, psoriasis, skin ulcers, cold sores, radiation burns, zona (MDR) (herpes, shingles), insect bites, cuts, aids formation of scar tissue, useful in regenerative skin care, shines hair, promotes growth, reduces alopecia, bronchitis, asthma, colds, flu, sinusitis, arthritis, painful muscles, stiff neck, joint pain, eases exhaustion, quickens the senses.  Increasing intuition and self-awareness, purifies and clears unwanted energy from the person or environment.

Tangerine
Botanical Name: Citrus reticulata
Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed
Color: Orange
Perfumery Note: Top
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Fresh, sweet, citrusy, similar to the brighter aroma of tangerine peels. Refreshing and rejuvenating characteristics. Aroma clears the mind. Comforting, soothing and warming. Antispasmodic, carminative, digestive, diuretic, sedative, stimulant (digestive and lymphatic), and tonic agent. 
Traditional Uses:  Antiseptic, antispasmodic, cytophylactic, sedative, stomachic, tonic
Good for pale skin, cellulite, smoothes stretch marks, muscular spasms, cramps, tired aching limbs, vascular system tonic, increases lymphatic drainage, stress, tension, soothing and strengthening to the nervous system. It cheers and inspires while dispelling feelings of grief and fear.

Thyme (RED)
Botanical Name: Thymus vulgaris
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Reddish Brown
Perfumery Note: Middle
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong
Aromatic Description: Fresh, medicinal, herbaceous.
Possible Uses: Arthritis, colds, cuts, dermatitis, flu, insect bites, laryngitis, lice, muscle aches, oily skin, poor circulation, scabies, sore throat. Bactericide, antiseptic, antimicrobial, astringent, antispasmodic, antitoxic, diuretic, antifungal, insecticide, tonic, immune stimulant. Thyme oil can assist with nervous complaints, respiratory problems, poor circulation and problems of the digestive system.

Ylang Ylang
Botanical Name: Cananga odorata
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Clear with a Yellow Tinge
Perfumery Note: Middle/Base
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium - Strong
Aromatic Description: Fresh, floral, sweet, slightly fruity, fragrant yet delicate.
Possible Uses:  Inflamed skin, oily secretions(skin and hair), aids dermatitis, psoriasis, skin ulcers, cold sores, radiation burns, zona (MDR) (herpes, shingles), insect bites, cuts, aids formation of scar tissue, useful in regenerative skin care, shines hair, promotes growth, reduces alopecia. Anxiety, depression, frigidity, hypertension, palpitations, stress, eases mental strain and exhaustion, quickens the senses, asthma, colds, flu, sinusitis.
Traditional Uses: antifungal(candida), antimicrobial, anti-infectious, antioxidant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, bactericidal, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, laxative, stimulant, cholagogue, choleretic, cicatrizant, depurative, digestive.

Yuzu
Botanical name: Citrus junos 
Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed/Expressed
Color: Pale yellow
Perfumery Note: Top
Strength of Initial Aroma: Strong
Aromatic Description: exquisite citrus aroma with a floral overtone; somewhere between grapefruit and mandarin, with subtle overtones of bergamot and lime. 
Possible Uses: Refreshing and uplifting effect while calming the mind, anti-bacterial colds, flu, stress, burn-out, nervous tension or anxiety, soothing and calming to emotions. Arthritis, rheumatism and general aches and pains, stimulates the circulatory system and digestive system. Uplifts depressive states, frustration, regret as it helps to build confidence.
Traditional Uses: In Japanese culture, the fruits were used in a hot bath on the day of the winter solstice (Toji) to ward off a range of winter ills, such as colds and flu. To make a 'Yuzu yu' (Yuzu bath), the whole fruits or just the peel are added to the hot bathtub, and just as in aromatherapy, a nice long relaxing soak would bring about a feeling of well being.