Essential Oil Actions
Rosemary, Ginger, Peppermint, Lemon, Eucalyptus, Pine, Nutmeg, Pepper.
Methods of Application:
Inhalation, Difussion, Topical, Compress, Massage: Blend 2-3 oils with an equal amount of Base oil.
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Sedative Essential Oils:
Ylang ylang, Lavender, Neroli, Spikenard, Chamomile, Marjoram.
Methods of Application:
Topical: Blend 2-3 oils with 1-4 parts of Base oil; Apply 4-6 drops on Reflex points; Massage; Inhalation.
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Immunostimulant Essential Oils: Stimulate the Immune System
Thyme, Ravensara, Helichrysum, Oregano, Rosemary, Myrrh, Lemongrass, Lavender, Idaho tansy, Chamomile, Melissa, Moutain savory, Lemon, Cinnamon, Clove, Rose, Cistus, Myrtle, Melalueca, Vetiver.
Methods of Application:
Ingestion (as directed), Inhalation, Infusion, Baths.
Topical: Blend 2-3 oils; Apply 2-3 drops on Reflex points, Massage, Compress.
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Febrifuge Essential Oils: – A medication that reduces fever
Ledum, Idaho balsam fir, Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Peppermint.
Methods of Application:
Inhalation, Ingestion (as directed).
Topical: Blend 2-3 oils; Apply 2-3 drops on Reflex points, Massage, Compress.
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Essential Oil Tonics:
Rosemary, Marjoram, Goldenrod, Anise, Mandarin, Peppermint, Thyme.
Methods of Application:
Topical: Blend 2-3 oils; Apply 2-3 drops on Reflex points or massage over heart area.
Notes:
A tonic produces normal tone or tonus in muscles or tissue; “a tonic reflex”; “tonic muscle contraction”
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Essential Oil Aphrodisiacs:
Clary sage, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Champaca flowers, Patchouli, Ylang ylang, Pepper, Cistus.
Methods of Application:
Inhalation, Bath, Ingestion (as directed).
Topical: Blend 2-3 oils; Apply 2-3 drops on Reflex points, Massage, Bath.
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Emmenagogue Essential Oils:
Clary sage, Fennel, Anise, Mugwort, Lavender, German chamomile.
Emmenagogues are herbs which stimulate blood flow in the pelvic area and uterus.
Methods of Application:
Topical: Blend 2-3 oils; Apply 2-3 drops on Reflex points, Massage, Bath.
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Diuretic Essential Oils:
Juniper, Rosemary, Grapefruit, Ledum, Geranium, Sage, Anise, Fennel, Lemongrass.
Methods of Application:
Ingestion: As directed.
Topical: Blend 2-3 oils; Apply 2-3 drops on Reflex points, Massage, Compress.
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Antiviral Essential Oils:
Tea tree, Melissa, Thyme, Oregano, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Blue cypress, Cumin, Ravensara.
Methods of Application:
Ingestion: As directed.
Topical: Blend 2-3 oils; Apply 2-3 drops on Reflex points, Massage, Compress.
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Antispasmodic Essential Oils:
Cypress, Lavender, Tarragon, Roman chamomile.
Methods of Application:
Inhalation, Topical, Massage, Reflex points, Hot baths.
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Anti-inflammatory Essential Oils:
Helichrysum, Clove, Wintergreen, Lavender, Thyme, Ravensara, Nutmeg, Spruce, Cypress, Myrrh, Hyssop, Peppermint, Chamomile (roman, german).
Methods of Application:
Topical: Blend 2-3 oils with an equal amount of Base oil, apply 2-4 drops on affected area, twice daily.
Compress: Cold, 1-3 times daily.
Notes:
Strong anti-inflammatory properties are also found in Curcumin, Bromelain, MSM, Enzymes and a number of Herbs.
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Antifungal Essential Oils:
Thyme, Clove, Oregano, Niaouli, Tea tree, Eucalyptus, Ravensara, Rosemary, Manuka, Palmarosa, Cypress, Rosewood.
Methods of Application:
Ingestion: As directed.
Topical: Blend 2-3 oils with 1-4 parts of Base oil; Apply 4-6 drops on affected area.
Notes:
Clove, Thyme, Tea tree, Oregano and other oils have very strong antiseptic and antifungal properties. Clove and Thyme can kill over 50 types of bacteria and 10 types of fungi (Essential Oils Desk Reference, 2005: 290).
Aloe vera gel has also antiseptic and antifungal properties.
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Expectorant Essential Oils:
Frankincense, Lavender, Rosemary, Cypress, Ledum, Helichrysum, Eucalyptus, Marjoram, Lemon, Myrtle, Cypress.
Methods of Application:
Inhalation, Diffusion (20 min. 3 times daily); Topical: Blend 2-3 oils with an equal amount of Base oil; Apply 4 drops on back of neck and Reflex points; Ingestion: As directed.