Essential Oils
Description Characteristics |
Latin Name Plant Family Extraction Method Country of Origin Chemical Constituents Precautions |
Certification: ECOCERT SAS F-32600
Ref: B690
Therapeutic Properties
- Antidepressant - can help to prevent and alleviate depression
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections
- Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
- Antiviral
- Bactericidal - destructive to bacteria
- Carminative - settles digestion and may assist in preventing gas
- Digestive system tonic/stimulant
- Sedative
- Stomachic - stimulates the stomach
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Unblocks and circulates stagnant energy
Soothes the perfectionist who can't tolerate mistakes
Calms those reluctant to ask others for help
Combats pessimism
References:
1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Price S. Aromatherapy for Health Professionals 2011
4. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy,The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
Safety
Best to buy citrus oils that are from organically grown fruit as citrus trees can be heavily sprayed.
Batch
Model Chemistry
Monoterpenes
α-pinene | 0.56 |
β-myrcene | 1.82 |
β-phellandrene | 0.24 |
δ-3-carene | 0.09 |
d-limonene | 95.00 |
sabinene | 0.21 |
terpinolene | 0.01 |
Monoterpenols
linalol | 0.43 |
Aldehydes
decanal | 0.24 |
octanal | 0.19 |