Properties for
the Oils used in these products
Only pure, therapeutic-grade essential oils should be used for
effective therapeutic use.
The oils listed below are contained in the products
recommended above. For a more complete listing of oil properties, click here.
Elemi (Canarium luzonicum)
CONSTITUENTS: Phellandrene, dipentene, elemol,
elemicin, terpineol, carvone, terpinolene.
COMMENTS: Has been used
for bronchitis, catarrh, extreme coughing, mature skin, scars, stress, wounds.
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Australiana)
Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus Globulus) Tree: oils obtained from leaves and
twigs
CONSTITUENTS: Monoterpenes;
Sesquiterpenes; Monoterpene alcohols; Sesquiterpenols; Oxides (cineole 70-75%); Aldehyde;
Eucalyptol
COMMENTS: The oil contains eucalyptol, which has
been found to be antibacterial, anti-catarrhal, anti-fungal, antiseptic, anti-viral, an
expectorant, and mucolytic. Has been used for arthritis, bronchitis,
catarhh, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation, sinusitis. This is a
strong oil that should be diluted when used on sensitive skin.
SCIENCE: Research has found Eucalyptus to be a
powerful herb when dealing with viruses of the respiratory system.
Juniper (Juniperus Communis) a bush from which the oils are obtained
from the berries
CONSTITUENTS: Monoterpenes
(pinene 34-46%, sabinene 9-28%, mycrene 6-8%); Sesquiterpenes; Terpenes alcohols 5-10%;
Aldehydes; Cetones
COMMENTS: Historically
used as a detoxifier and cleanser, in relieving skin disorders such as acne, dermatitis,
eczema; to alleviate arthritis, and joint pain; has been used to promote better adrenal,
nerve and kidney circulation/function, and to alleviate bed wetting.
Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus) a grass from which the oils
are obtained from the whole plant
CONSTITUENTS: Monoterpene
alcohols; Sesquiterpene alcohols (farnesol 12%); Monoterpene aldehydes 60-85% (citrals
75%, neral 27%, geranial 46%).
COMMENTS:
Traditionally, Lemongrass has been used to improve circulation, oxygen flow, for
purification (especially the lymphatic system); may be beneficial for the digestive
system and has been reported to help regenerate connective tissue. It has been found to be
anti-inflammatory, supportive to the digestive system, and a vasodilator.
Marjoram (Origanum majorana) an herb from which the oils are
obtained from Flowering tops and leaves
CONSTITUENTS: Monoterpenes 40%;
Sesquiterpenes; Monoterpenols 50%; Esters (terpenyle acetates, linalyle acetates).
COMMENTS: The healing constituents have been found to be anti-infectious,
anti-bacterial and antiseptic. It has been used as a diuretic, to help relieve headaches
(migraine and nervous), is calming to the respiratory system and assists in relieving
spasms, and Marjoram may help heal to smooth tissues such as the heart and lungs
(Ravensara is the most powerful anti-infectious essential oil for the bronchial and
lungs). Used four hours prior to a trip, Marjoram has been found to alleviate motion
sickness.
Oregano (Origanum compactum) an herb from which the oils are
obtained from flowering tops and leaves
CONSTITUENTS: Monoterpenes 25%;
Sesquiterpenes; Monoterpenols; Monoterpene phenols 60-70% (carvacrol, thymol);
Methyl-ester phenols (menthyl carvacrol); Cetones.
COMMENTS: The healing
constituents in Oregano have been recognized to have powerful anti-viral, antibacterial,
anti-fungal and anti-parasitic properties. Oregano may be beneficial in balancing
metabolism and strengthening the vital centers of the body, as well as to reduce arthritic
symptoms.
Peppermint (Mentha piperita) an herb from which the oils are obtained
from the whole plant
CONSTITUENTS: Monoterpenes 2-18%;
Sesquiterpenes; Monoterpenols (menthol 38-48%); Monoterpenones (menthone 20-65%); Terpene
oxides (cineole 5%); Terpene esters; Coumarines.
COMMENTS: The healing
constituents in Peppermint have been found to soothe, cool and dilate the cells of the
entire body, making it an important oil for hot weather. Peppermint may help with
candida, dehydration (put in water on cold days to hydrate the body), fevers, decongests
prostate (anti-inflammatory), immune system support (sesquiterpenes), nausea and vomiting;
aids the function of the liver, ovaries (has a hormone-like action that regulates),
pancreas, sinus, and respiratory system; and reduces inflammation to damaged
tissues and bruises.
SCIENCE: (Study at the
University of Cincinnati) Dr. Dembar discovered that for students inhaling peppermint oil,
the student's mental accuracy was increased by 28%.
Thyme (Thymus vulgaris) an herb from which the oils are obtained from
the leaves, stem, and blossom
CONSTITUENTS: Monoterpenols; Terpene esters.
COMMENTS: Has been used
for arthritis, colds, cuts, dermatitis, flu, insect bites, laryngitis, lice, muscle aches,
oily skin, poor circulation, scabies, sore throat.
Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides)
CONSTITUENTS: Benzoic acid, vetiverol,
furfurol, a-vetivone, B-vetivone, vetivene, vetivenyl vetivenate.
COMMENTS: This oil has
been used for its antiseptic, immune-stimulant and rubefacient (local warming) properties,
which make it an excellent oil for arthritis, insomnia, muscle aches, skin problems
(including oily skin), rheumatism.
Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens)
CONSTITUENTS: Esters (methyl salicylate 99%)
(the same active ingredient as birch)
COMMENTS: The healing
constituent in Wintergreen has been found to have a cortisone-like action that has
been found to be beneficial for bone, muscle and joint discomfort,
for decreasing pain from arthritis, rheumatism, sports injuries, and
tendonitis. Has been used for massage associated with these discomforts, also to
relieve backache and, gout. Has also been used for gums, cavities, and bad breath. This is a strong oil that should be diluted.
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