Aromatherapy First Aid Kit - 9 Essential Oils

p>BLUE TANSY (Tanacetum anuum ~ Moroccan BlueI've had consistently good results blending
Chamomile) Wild crafted, steam distilled flowers fromHelichrysum with Vetiver to relieve heart palpitations,
Morocco. Blue Tansy's delightful scent is warmlyirregular heartbeat and panic attacks. I've heard
herbaceous with a complex sweetness that to me isreports that Helichrysum may help reduce the risk of
reminiscent of apples with a hint of spice. Moststroke. Use Helichrysum to enhance any blend for
people invariably love the friendly and inviting scentchronic pain relief, including Fibromyalgia, arthritis,
of this oil!tendonitis and carpal tunnel syndrome.
Keywords: ALLERGY & PAIN RELIEVER BlueHelichrysum is a very supportive and comforting oil
Tansy has a high azulene content which gives it aand enhances spiritual and personal growth. Try it in a
deep, vivid blue color. It can stain so take care!meditation blend! Helichrysum may be beneficial for
Azulene gives Blue Tansy its characteristic andresolving old emotional scars that retain active
powerful vascular and bronchio-dialating propertiesmemory loops buried deeply within the subconscious
making it a very effective natural anti-histamine andmind, as well as resolve addictions and release coping
anti-inflammatory.strategies that no longer serve you!
Blue Tansy's natural anti- inflammatory action makesTry a synergistic blend of Helichrysum with any of
it an exceptionally good relaxant. It soothes nervousthe following aromatic oils: Atlas Cedarwood,
tension and calms stress and may be used alone or inHimalayan Cedarwood, German Chamomile, Clary
a blend for relieving muscular soreness, aches andSage, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Myrrh,
pains, sprains and strains, arthritis, rheumatism andNeroli, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Frankincense, Rose
sciatica.Sandalwood, Spikenard and Vetiver
Due to its bronchio-dilating properties Blue Tansy mayLAVENDER ( Lavendula angustifolia ) - Organic,
be beneficial for allergy and asthma sufferers,Steam Distilled Flowers, Italian High Altitude. Highly
blending it with Lemongrass will enhance this effect.scented, sweet, floral, and slightly woody Lavender is
Its analgesic properties may also help reduce anya universal healing oil and has a beneficial and healing
swelling or itching associated with allergies. I've hadeffect on the body, mind spirit and emotions.
great success using Blue Tansy with clients who haveKeywords: UNIVERSAL HEALER Lavender is the
suffered for years from chronic allergic reactions tomost commonly used essential oil and the absolute
environmental allergens.classic oil for treating burns! During the early 20th
Blue Tansy is also known to relieve burns andcentury, French chemist Rene-Maurice Gattefosse
inflamed or sun damaged skin. My friend Sylla, ownerbecame interested in the use of essential oils for
of Atlantic Institute of Aromatherapy, used Bluetheir medicinal properties. While working Gattefosse
Tansy and Helichrysum for relieving the effects ofaccidentally burned his arm very badly! On reflex he
her radiation treatment for cancer.plunged his burned arm into large a vat of lavender
GERMAN CHAMOMILE (Matricaria recutita) - Certifiedoil. His burn healed rapidly and there was absolutely
Organic, Steam Distilled Flowers, both England and theNO scarring of tissue! Gattefosse is credited with
USA grow and distill lovely oils. German Chamomile iscoining the term "aromatherapy" in his 1928 article
a lovely shade of deep blue - it can stain, so takesupporting the use of essential oils in their whole,
care. Its aroma is deep, mellow, sweet and haylike.pure and unadulterated state.
Keywords: CALMING & ANTI-INFLAMMATORYLavender has broad application and is especially useful
As an Anti-inflammatory German Chamomile is myfor skin care healing, headaches, bug bites, and sore
first choice when treating inflamed, irritated skin! Itmuscles. The most well known and used essential oil
acts as a sedative or pain reliever, for "angry"and every home and office should keep a bottle of
situations and feverish conditions including, burns,Lavender handy! Distilling Lavender at high altitude
cuts, inflamed joints, migraine headache, teething pain,allows lower temperatures and lower pressure for
toothache, injuries, sprains, and swelling, as well asdistillation making it possible for the volatile
various aches and pains, arthritis, colic, cramps andphytochemicals to come through intact in the final
stress related complaints.product.
A very relaxing and peaceful oil, German ChamomileLavender is excellent for skin care and to promote
quiets the mind and body by calming emotional feelinghealing. Use it for burns, rashes, acne, eczema and
states. German Chamomile summons sleep and ispsoriasis. Apply it immediately to burns to prevent
excellent for insomnia. Use it to relieve tension orblistering, or scarring, as well as speed healing of
stress-related headaches and intestinal spasms.wounds as it stimulates cellular regeneration. Lavender
A revitalizing and comforting tonic German Chamomileis useful for relieving headaches, premenstrual
stimulates the production of red blood cells and istension, as well as promoting restful sleep. It is
known to relieve aches and pains. Good results haveexcellent for balancing hyper emotional states such as
been reported for relieving distinctly feminineshock, anger, impatience and irritability and helps
complaints like irregular menses, premenstrual tension,dispel the negative mental states of fear &
or menopausal upsets, as well as cystitis, rheumaticworry.
type pain and loss of appetite.Try a synergistic blend of Lavender with any of the
A highly respected oil for over 3,000 years, Germanfollowing aromatic oils: Clary Sage, Geranium, Neroli,
Chamomile has a long history of helping skinPetitgrain, Sandalwood & Vetiver.
conditions, such as dermatitis, boils, acne, rashes,PEPPERMINT ( Mentha piperita ) - Certified Organic,
eczema and psoriasis. It balances sebum production,Steam Distilled Leaf, England and USA have lovely
so is useful for helping oily, dry, as well as sensitivedistillations. Peppermint is a fluid, colorless oil with a
skin types. German Chamomile is effective whenfresh, distinctly penetrating scent.
used in a carrier oil and directly applied to your skin.Keywords: COOL & REFRESHING Peppermint
Use it in a blend for soothing inflamed skin such asacts as a regulator and has a relaxing or invigorating
acne or barber's rash. German Chamomile iseffect depending on the circumstance for which you
outstanding for balancing dry, itchy flaky skinare using it. A good blood cleanser it is both antiseptic
conditions. Because of its benign nature Chamomileand antibacterial!
may be used as a remedy for diaper rash.Peppermint is well known for relieving migraine type
Try a synergistic blend of German Chamomile withheadache, as well as headache resulting from weak
any of the following aromatic oils: Clary Sage,or poor digestive forces, congestion or sluggish
Frankincense, Geranium, Neroli, Petitgrain,circulation. It is also known to relieve nausea from
Sandalwood, or Vetiver.motion sickness. As well as being helpful for treating
EUCALYPTUS ( Eucalyptus globulus ) Certifiedacne, swollen gums, mouth thrush, or ulcers and
Organic, Steam Distilled Leaf, Corsica. A fresh,toothache.
powerful, and long lasting scent, Eucalyptus has aSoak your tired feet in a foot bath with a drop or
long standing reputation as an effective respiratorytwo of Peppermint (disperse oil in water by blending
decongestant.first with a teaspoon of honey or jojoba oil before
Keywords: RESPIRATORY AID Eucalyptus is knownadding to your foot bath) to relieve tired, swollen
for its broad spectrum anti-microbial action. Itsankles and feet.
antiseptic, anti-infectious, antibacterial and anti viralPeppermint relieves congested sinus cavities, aids
properties make it a powerful remedy to consider forconcentration and is good for memory retention,
flu, colds, sore throats, coughs, sinusitis, bronchitis,restorative for mental fatigue, use alone or in a blend
hay fever, and acne.when studying for an exam! Known to clears brain
Its bronchio-dilating action helps ease inflammation offog when fatigued Peppermint is great for keeping
the nasal mucous membranes, as well as nasalalert!
congestion. Try it for relieving asthma, catarrh andAn analgesic or pain reliever use Peppermint for
headaches especially when due to any sort ofrelieving tummy aches, or sore, achy muscles and
congestion.joints. May be used to ease a variety of skin
Eucalyptus also makes an excellent insect repellent!irritations, including Poison Oak and Poison Ivy. Add a
Try a synergistic blend of Eucalyptus with any of thedrop or two to your favorite anti-itch lotion or
following aromatic oils: Basil, Atlas Cedarwood,ointment when treating insect bites and stings. Use
Himalayan Cedarwood, Cypress, Frankincense,as a food flavoring in recipes that call for mint, or add
Lavender, Lemon and Rosemary.a drop to your favorite cooling summer drink and
GERANIUM ( Pelargonium roseum ) Wild Crafted,enjoy a refreshing break in your day!
Steam Distilled Leaf, Madagascar. A fresh, slightlyTry a synergistic blend of Peppermint with any of
rosy scent with a fluid consistency Geranium mixesthe following aromatic oils: Basil, Black Pepper, Ginger,
well with many oils and is known for being useful inOrange, Marjoram and Rosemary.
regulating physical, mental, and emotional imbalancesCAUTION: Peppermint cools by constricting your
and extremes.blood capillaries therefore please use in extremely
Keywords: HORMONAL BALANCE Geranium'sweak dilutions. Peppermint Oil may aggravate GERD
strength lies in its ability to regenerate tissue and(gastro esophageal reflux disease), a type of heart
nerves, and assist in balancing hormonal problems forburn.
both men and women. Definitely a first-aid oil everyTEA TREE ( Melaleuca alternifolia ) - Wild Crafted,
woman should have on hand. Women have usedSteam Distilled Leaf, Australia. Strongly assertive
Geranium successfully for years to relievedisinfectant Tea Tree has a strongly assertive
premenstrual conditions and to smoothly navigate themedicinal and antiseptic smell with an undisputed
menopausal period. Its tonifying action helps relievepopular reputation as a 'cure all.' It has powerful anti
nervous emotional conditions like anxiety, confusion,fungal, anti viral, and antibacterial properties.
depression, lethargy, energy swings and tearfulness.Keywords: ANTISEPTIC & ANTIFUNGAL First
Geranium has been effectively used to treat ansuggestion for athlete's foot, nail viruses, and fungal
assortment of symptoms, including overcominginfections. Use in anti acne remedies, as well as to
addiction, labor and childbirth, enhancing circulation,combat flu and other viral infections. Helpful for
relieving congestion, detoxification, constipation, fluidbalancing skin conditions like acne, alone or in a blend.
retention, indigestion, hormonal imbalances andTea Tree is also an immune stimulant, a
menopausal difficulties. Geranium is excellent for skindecongestant and an analgesic or pain reliever.
care and will balance too oily, dry or combination skinIn the 1700's Captain James Cook and his mates
types.when arriving in Australia in the wanted a refreshing
Note: Effective research and clinical evaluation hasherbal tea to drink. They chose the fragrant leaves
been done on Geranium in Germany. Clinical resultsof a tree. The tree has been called Tea Tree ever
were found for alcohol geraniol which is in Geranium.since.
The properties and effects discovered by theseFrench physician Paul Belaiche in 1985 studied Tree
studies show successful treatment for autonomicTree's healing abilities for Candida albicans, a vaginal
nervous system imbalances which stimulatesyeast infection. In most cases this infection can be
hormonal production and response. Autonomictreated effectively without the side effects common
nervous system balance is the essential KEY for awith conventional treatments. Research has proven it
healthy body, mind and emotions.useful for another vaginal infection, trichomoniasis. In
"Vegetative dystony" is the term used to describe1962 an American study of 130 women treated using
autonomic nervous system imbalance and itsit recovered from this infection.
accompanying symptoms. Manifestations ofTry a synergistic blend of Tea Tree with any of the
autonomic nervous system imbalance include commonfollowing aromatic oils: Black Pepper, Atlas
symptoms of headache, hot flashes, irregularCedarwood, Himalayan Cedarwood, Ginger, Lavender,
heartbeat, nervousness, depression and anxiety.Lemon, Myrrh, Thyme and Rosemary.
According to Dr. Andrew Weil medical vocabulary forVETIVER ( vetiveria zizanoides ) - Wild Crafted,
imbalances of the autonomic nervous systemHydro diffused Root, Haiti. Rich and sweet, honey
practically do not exist in North American medicine.textured oil that's wonderfully grounding. Ideal for use
However both Germany and Japan, two modern dayalone!
industrial giants, acknowledge this condition and useKeywords: GROUNDING, REASSURING A sweetly
the term "vegetative dystony."grounding and reassuring oil, a heart bottom note I
Our modern day lifestyle promotes our living in acan rely on to instantly relieve anxiety and panic. May
chronic condition of stress and subject to anuse as a mild sedative to aid sleep. The Wild Crafted
increasing array of environmental toxins. These twohydro diffused Vetiver is an excellent example of
conditions are cited as primary causes for autonomichow this oil should smell. It is a light and lovely oil and
nervous system imbalances and resulting hormonalkeep I keep it close at hand, using it frequently in my
disturbances.aromatherapy practice. Clients readily open to its
Try a synergistic blend of Geranium with any of thegrounding, reassuring scent!
following aromatic oils: German Chamomile, ClaryVetiver's nature is restorative and revitalizing. It lends
Sage, Frankincense, Lavender, Rose and Sandalwood.comfort and support in any situation. Vetiver has a
CAUTION: Geranium can lower blood sugar andbalancing effect of the mind and body and stimulates
should be avoided in cases of hypoglycemia.the production of red blood cells to relieve muscle
HELICHRYSUM ( Helichrysum italicum ) - Italianand joint aches and pains. I've had great success
Everlasting, Immortelle Certified Organic, Steamusing Vetiver blended with Helichrysum for resolving
Distilled Blossoms, Corsica. Its highly regenerativeHeart Palpitations or Rapid Heart syndrome! It is also
nature is both warm and fragrant with a slightan excellent hair, skin and scalp reconditioner as it
honey-like fragrance.regulates and balances sebum production.
Keywords: DEEP HEALING & REGENERATIONTry a synergistic blend of Vetiver with any of the
Helichrysum is highly regenerative and one of thefollowing aromatic oils: Neroli, Petitgrain, or Orange.
strongest of all the anti-inflammatory essential oilsVetiver works well as a stand alone, yet blends well
known. A sacred and gentle healing oil usewith a variety of oils. Use it whenever you need to
Helichrysum for tissue repair and healing.anchor a blend, or need a low base note to help your
Helichrysum affects all levels of your being - body,formula sing!
mind, and spirit and emotions. Its capacity for healingPlease note: There are many cheap, synthetic copies
damaged tissues comes from its ability to activelyof aromatic oils, but these are not recommended for
remove cellular debris from areas of bruising andtherapeutic use. For best results purchase the highest
injury which are then reabsorbed into your blood,quality oils you can possibly find. Use organic, or
resulting in removal of discoloration and less pressureethically wild crafted oils whenever possible.
on nerves with subsequent pain relief.Aromatherapy is a gentle and noninvasive
Through enhancing circulation of your blood, lymphcomplementary and alternative health care system
and nerve supply Helichrysum acts to aid mending ofused for balancing and synchronizing your body, mind,
broken bones and support healthy skin and tissue.spirit and emotions to enhance your health. Please
Use it to fade old scars and adhesions and heal skinconsult with your physician regarding your health
tissue.concerns.