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| Botanical name Myroxylon balsamum var. pereirae, Cultivation Method: Harvested from Wild Growing Plants
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled Extracted From: Crude balsam, Color: Pale amber/brown, Perfumery Note: Base, Aroma: Rich, sweet, balsamic, vanilla-like scent. Consistency: Viscous liquid. Aromatherapy Properties: Warming, opening, comforting, soothing. Suggested Use: Add to a diffuser for a long-lasting, warm aroma climate. Please note that the balsams are most commonly used in the"background"of an Aromatherapy blend. Blends Well With: Spices, floral and oriental bases, petitgrain, ylang ylang, patchouli, rose etc. Great fixative, that binds other more volatile aromas and makes them last longer. Very nice for scenting soaps, detergents and body care. Specific Safety Information: No known toxicity with the Essential Oil of Balsam Peru. The balsam itself, however, can cause contact allergies. |
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Basil Sweet Linalol Sale Botanical name Ocimum basillicum /OR/Egypt | A top note in aromatherapy Basil is light, fresh, sweet and spicy with balsamic undertones. The rich, penetrating smell of Basil is helpful in combating mental fatigue while increasing concentration and improving memory. Basil promotes a feeling of renewed vitality and decisiveness. It encourages us to take action rather than react to challenges. Basil is unique as it sharpens the mind while steadying the emotions. It helps to calm while elevating the spirits. I find it useful during periods of stress or sadness. For those of you with insomnia due to anxiety with persistent unwanted thoughts, Basil combined with Lavender will help to clear the mind encouraging restful sleep. Useful in massage in LOW doses to strengthen and tone the muscles while invigorating the mind
Blends well with Bergamot, Geranium and Lavender.
Caution: Avoid in Pregnancy
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Lemon Basil Sale Botanical name: Ocimum basilicum var.citriodorum | Species Ocimum citriodorum Part Leaf Method Steam Distillation Class Aldehyde Country USA I just love this Lemon Basil. It has a sweet lemon kissed aroma with the characteristic basil herbal notes but the body notes linger with a complex lemon-clean scent. .In addition to its culinary use, basil has a long history as a medicinal herb. The Greek physician Dioscorides prescribed basil for headache. Pliny thought it was an aphrodisiac; his contemporaries fed it to horses during the breeding season. In modern aromatherapy, basil is used to cheer the heart and mind. The sweet, energizing aroma seems to help relieve sorrow and melancholy. Great to use in your aroma lamp while working or reading, helps you concentrate and uplifts your mood. It is restorative, stimulant, and a nerve tonic. The various basils have such different scents because the herb has a number of different essential oils which come together in different proportions for various breeds.. The citrus scent of lemon basil and is due to the higher portion of citral which causes this effect in several plants, including lemon mint, and limonene, which gives actual lemon peel its scent. Avoid during pregnancy. Can irritate sensitive skin. Do not use for a prolonged period or in concentrations greater than 2%
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Sale Botanical name Ocimum sanctum (ocimum gratissimum-Eugenol type) Wild, India, Flowers and leaves. |
The sweet, herbaceous, light scent of Basil is distilled from the flowering tops and leaves of the herb native to tropical Asia. This basil is quite different, not as pungent as the other two, but rather sweet, spicy and round, with notes that are even reminiscent of Clove/Cocoa. Basil has been used as a sacred herb in India and Europe for many centuries. It was said to strengthen faith, compassion and mental clarity.It is planted around doorways to keep evil spirits away. It is also commonly planted around temples. The botanical name “Ocimum” may come from the Greek “to smell”. More recent clinical experience shows that Basil increases blood flow to the brain, relieving mental fatigue, enhancing clear thinking and improving memory. Basil also connects the thought process with speech, enhancing self-expression.
How to use it: Apply a few drops to a tissue and inhale or add to a diffuser. This is great to wake up and get your brain cells going.
Basil clears the sinuses, promotes digestion and stimulates circulation, especially in the respiratory system.
Precautions - because it can stimulate bleeding, it should not be used for massage or bath during pregnancy. Basil can be a skin irritant.
tic, antineuralgic,a general stimulant.
Avoid during pregnancy.
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Top | Aromatherapy Home Bay Laurel |
Sale Botanical name Laurus nobilis/Wild/Steam distilled/Crete |
Spicy, sweet, fresh, balsamic scent.Bay Laurel is an ancient oil dating back to the Greeks and Romans. It is said to be an herb of protection against lightning, evil and disease.Gentle but strengthening. It also has the ability to uplift the mind.Like Rosemary, it may be used for poor concentration and lack of memory. It is also said to help with self esteem, stimulating confidence, inspiration and creativity. Be sure to dilute for use on the skin. Anti-infectious, antiseptic, antineuralgic,a general stimulant. Anti-bacterial, helpful for cold and flu blends as in a chest rub massage blend. Avoid during pregnancy.
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| Benzoin |
Botanical name Styrax benzoin/Laos/Resin |
Antibacterial, antiseptic.A warm vanilla like scent.Blends well with Orange, Tangerine and Mandarin. NOT recommended for use on the skin.Best used in an aromatherapy lamp.
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Bergamot |
Botanical name Citrus aur. bergamia/EF/Italy |
A top note in aromatherapy this oil is cheerful and uplifting, often used in clinics in Europe to treat depression.Bergamot is second only to Lavender in it's ability to relax brain waves when sniffed.Cooling, refreshing, an anti-depresssant. Calming,helps insomnia, regulates the nervous system, helpful for anxiety and stress relief. Balancing, regulates mood swings. Helpful for nervous indigestion and loss of appetite due to emotional stress. Caution:Photosensitive, Bergamot should not be used on the skin 12 hours prior to sun exposure.
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Botanical name Mentha citrata/OR/USA |
This unusual oil is actually a mint! It¹s soft with floral notes and touches of citrus. Nice in an aroma lamp...not energizing and stimulating like the other mint oils but gently de-stressing. Similar to Bergamot this oil will brighten your mood and lift your spirits. It's high in linalol and linalyl acetate (like Lavender) and is much safer on the skin than other mint oils. Used in proper dilutions, it is neither irritating, sensitizing, nor photosensitizing, much safer to use than either Bergamot or Peppermint alone. Aromatic Description: Fresh, minty, citrusy, softer than peppermint, about the strength of spearmint.
Possible Uses: Possibly similar in therapeutic use to peppermint or spearmint.
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| Sweet Birch (True) (Wild Harvest) |
Sale Botanical name Betula alleghaniensis/Canada
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Distilled totally from wild harvested Birch. True Birch distilled totally from wild harvested birch.Believed to be the only authentic birch oil produced on the market today. Quite a bit more complex than the typical commercial "birch oil" on the market and has a nice light green color to it. The quality of this oil is quite amazing. As most of you are aware their is relatively little genuine sweet birch essential oil being produced nowadays. It used to be a significant industry in the USA and parts of Europe but over time the industry has slowly died out . If any of you have access to Ernest Guenther's six volume classic-Essential Oils then you will find an indepth description of how Sweet Birch essential oil is distilled. The very techniques he describes therein are still employed by the distiller in New York who is preserving this tradition. The description of the sweet birch distillation is found in Volume 6-pages 11-15 of Essential Oil/Ernest Guenther. The main component of Yellow Sweet Birch oil is methyl salicyclate which comprises over 98% of the oil and since this chemical can produced synthetically for very little cost, it is why it has come to replace the sweet birch oil. It is the many trace components that contribute to the unique vibrant odor of true birch essential oil.
Used in massage oils for muscular aches and pains. Do not use undiluted on the skin!
Anelgisic, increases urine flow, eases simple water retention. Invigorating, refreshing.
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Botanical name Betula Lenta/ USA/F |
Used in massage oils for muscular aches and pains. Do not use undiluted on the skin! Anelgisic, increases urine flow, eases simple water retention. Invigorating, refreshing. Avoid when pregnant, nursing and with babies and childre,Skin irritant and sensitizer,use highly diluted. |
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Sale Botanical name/piper nigrum /Eco Certified (the best)/ Madagascar |
Black pepper is steam distilled from the black peppercorns. Probably best known for it's pain relieving qualities. May reduce smoking withdrawal symptoms. Black Pepper and Quitting Smoking
Helpful for arthritis, rheumatism, muscle aches and pain, sprains, stiffness, poor circulation, and muscle tone.
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| Blood Orange |
Botanical name Citrus aurantium/OR/Italy |
Blood Oranges with their deep red interior color, have a rich orange flavor with undertones of fresh berries. This is one of the most exquisite scents that can melt away tension with a single whiff. Uplifting and refreshing with a delicious citrus bouquet. A top note in aromatherapy, Blood Orange is cold pressed from the peel/rind of the fruit. It helps to reduce tension, anxiety and inspires open communication. It is said to balance the throat chakra and allows us to ask ourselves and others for what we want. It may also benefit the heart chakra as it can help release pain and allow room for love to flow in and out. It may also be used to treat shock, depression and stress. Used in massage it is a effective detoxifier and purifier.
| Blue Tansy (also known as 'Moroccan Chamomile) |
Botanical name Tanacetum annuum |
Blue Tansy essential oil is a vivid deep blue color due to its azulene content.(also known as 'Moroccan Chamomile'), wild-grown in Morocco. Steam distilled from the leaves and flowers.Blue Tansy essential oil
is an important aromatherapeutic for burned,
inflamed and damaged skin, sunburns and bruises
The aroma of Blue Tansy oil induces relaxation and can be used to ease nervous tension and stress.
It is said to be beneficial for allergies, and may also quite useful for asthma – blend it with
some Ravensara for best results. For respiratory support, it is most effectively used as an inhalant in a diffuser,
or you can also put a couple of drops on a handkerchief and inhale.
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From the distillation of the leaves. A penetrating, camphor like odor Balancing,antiseptic, a disinfectant, helpful for respiratory congestion, sinusitis, bronchitis, rheumatic pains.
| Cajeput |
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Fresh, sweet green, spicy, balsamic. Encourages clarity, concentration, direction, motivation, straightforwardness, enthusiasm, confidence, and courage.
Antiseptic, a digestive stimulant, diuretic, antispasmodic, expectorant.
Blends well with: Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lemongrass, Mandarin, Orange, Neroli, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylang Ylang and Jasmine,
| Cardamom |
| Cardamom |
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A woodsy, earthy scent, slightly pungent, dry, woody-rooty odor provides a nice base upon which the top note sits, The woody note has something in common with some of the rich precious notes found in sandalwood. The earthy note has something in common with the odor one detects when smelling rain falling on dry soil. It (the earthy note) is slightly sharp. The combination of the woody-earthy note is very tenacious. Deep into the dryout one can also detect a peppery note which causes the olfactory receptors to pleasantly tingle . Perfume Uses: blends well with citrus oils, costus, cassie and mimosa, fougeres, chypres, geranium, cedarwood. Wonderful for skin care especially dry, mature, aging skin. Stimulates cell renewal and sebaceous gland activity in the skin. A rejuvanating oil it protects the skin from damage due to extreme weather conditions. Skin care: blend with Frankincense, Rosewood and or Lavender.
| Carrot Seed |
| Carrot Seed |
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There are currently only two farms in Canada producing high quality catnip oil with 80-90% nepatalactone. A very nice golden colored oil direct from the farm and best of all the oil has no pesticide residues! Researchers report that nepetalactone, the essential oil in catnip that gives the plant its characteristic odor, is about ten times more effective at repelling mosquitoes than DEET — the compound used in most commercial insect repellents.Catnip Analysis & more info
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Helpful when dealing with feelings of uncertainty and fear. A fortifying and strengthening oil with a woody. sweet, balsamic, slightly camphoraceous odor. Cedrus means power. This oil is fortifying and strengthening, for immovable strength in times of crisis. To weather turbulent circumstances and make them in the end, productive. Blend this with Bergamot for it's uplifting antidepressive qualities. Anti-infectious and anti-bacterial, it balances, calms, promotes spirituality and courage, very grounding, a base note. A decongesting oil that promotes lymphatic drainage and stimulates breakdown of accumulated fats .A mild diuretic, may be used for excessive weight gain, cellulite and fluid retention. Blend with Sandalwood for meditation.
| Cedarwood Atlas |
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Also called Tibetan Cedarwood. Try this closet tip to keep moths out.
Place tissues with drops of Cedarwood (and Lavender), as well as your empty Cedarwood bottles, in your closet.
Aromatherapy Properties: Milder than all other Cedarwoods, yet not less beneficial. Warming, uplifting, and toning. Comforting and reviving. Considered an aphrodisiac in that it is grounding and inspiring at the same time. Confidence building. Long lasting, acts as a fixative (a fixative is a substance that binds other compounds, slowing down their evaporation and thereby making their fragrance last longer).
Avoid during pregnancy, although Himalayan Cedarwood is considered the mildest of all Cedarwoods.
| Cedarwood Himalayan |
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German Chamomile is more highly prized as an ingredient in body and skin care preperations. Higher Azulene content than Roman Chamomile. Helpful for eczema, dermatitis, sensitive skin, inflamations, and damaged skin. Use for arthritis, inflamed muscles and joints, and rheumatism. A middle note in perfumery.
| German Chamomile |
| German Chamomile |
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Chamomile Roman
A most beautiful oil! This is one of the nicest Chamomiles I've experienced.Calming and Soothing A wonderful relaxant, eases anxiety, tension, anger and fear. A mild sedative, Use for insomnia. An antidepressant, relieves moodiness. gives patience.
A very versatile oil., helpful for cramps, pms, induces menstruation, regulates cycle, menopausal symptoms Soothes stomach upsets, helps irritable bowel, Analgesic, eases migraines, arthritis, rheumatism, muscle pain, sprains, inflamed joints.
Antiseptic, antibacterial Wonderful for topical use for skin disorders, acne, boils, burns, psoriasis Stimulates production of white corpuscles, helpful for chronic infections.
Anti-spasmodic (calms the somatic nervous system). a sedative to the central nervous system, Anti-inflamnatory, eases puffiness, inflamed joints, sprains, broken veins,
Children: Helpful for teething pains, temper tantrums, crying, distress, hyperactivity, digestive problems, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, thrush, colic, earache, headache. insect bites, inflamed skin, eczema, sunburn, diaper rash. Dilute for use on the skin!
Blends well with: Bergamot, Rose, Geranium, Lavender, Mandarin, Marjoram, Ylang Ylang
Avoid in early months of pregnancy.
| Chamomile Roman |
| Chamomile Roman |
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Powerful anti infectious(broad spectrum),antibacterial,antifungal,possibly antiviral
Avoid when pregnant as it induces menstruation and child birth contractions,Skin irritant and sensitizer,use highly diluted.
Cinnamon Oil Better for Killing Mosquitoes Than DEET
| Cinnamon Leaf |
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The scent is fiery and sweet.Used as a fixative in perfumery, blend with Jojoba.Cistus is a wonderful addition to a lymph drainage massage blend,and, in a warm compress, is said to be an effective treatment for swollen lymph glands.
| Cistus |
| Cistus |
Used mainly in bug repellents or mosquito sprays. May be used in soaps or lotion to repel insects and deodorize. May be helpful for ants.
| Citronella Java |
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High Sclareol Warm,camphoraeous, bittersweet, musky and slightly spicy.Calming yet revitalizing, reduces tension, relieves fatique, mildly euphoric and anti-depressant Great for stress! Worries seeem to float away. Blends well with Lavender and Roman Chamomile for cramps and PMS.
Avoid when pregnant,with endometriosis,cancer,breast, uterine and ovarian cysts
| Clary Sage |
| Clary Sage |
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Family: Rutaceae A top to middle note. Like a breath of fresh air, clementine adds zest to your day.From ancient times Clementines have been called the crown jewels of the mandarin family. The clergyman Pierre Clement crossed a mandarin and an orange and this lucky crossing was a seedless mandarin with a looser skin, thus easier to peel. .Clementine calms the mind and is helpful for anxiety, nervous tension, insomnia and restlessness. Aids water retention (increases urine flow), increases lymphatic circulation, aids detoxification. May be helpful for cellulite, stretch marks, menstrual cramps, muscle spasms, PMS, digestion and hiccups.CAUTION: Photosensitive Do not use on the body before sun exposure.
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A hot, penetrating and spicy fragrance. A base note that blends well with lighter fragrances, such as the citrus oils.
Clove has a stimulating and uplifting quality. It is said to strengthen the mind, especially the memory.Helps focus concentration. Used in a diffuser it helps to purify the air. Avoid during pregnancy. Not recommended for use in the bath or on the skin.
| Clove Bud |
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The pure sweet essence of the cocoa bean, Use just like Vanilla.
| Cocoa Absolute |
| Cocoa Absolute |
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Distillation Method: Solvent/Alcohol Extraction
This oil has a soft coconut aroma and is very pleasant.
| Coconut Absolute |
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If you love the aroma of freshly brewed coffee, you will love this new CO2.
Try using it in a Lip Balm or a drop in some hot fudge.
| Coffee Absolute |
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A digestive stimulant, revitalizing,warming.
| Coriander |
| Coriander |
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A digestive stimulant. Victoria Edwards also recommends Cumin for Lymphatic congestion and poor circulation. A few drops in a massage oil blend works wonders.
| Cumin |
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Stimulates skin circulation,may be used in massage blends to tone the muscles of the body, from the breasts to the thighs and buttocks. Useful for cellulite, water retention, varicose veins, sore throat, sinusitis, bronchitis, muscle cramps, arthritis, rheumatism, an immune stimulant,stimulates sluggish digestion, induces menstruation(Avoid in Pregnancy), eases painful periods,PMS, nervous tension, stress,lack of concentration.
The Cypress was dedicated to Hades (the "unseen") the Greek god of death whose Roman equivalent is Plato.A symbol in astrology of psychological transformation - inner renewal, change, a new direction.
Blends well with:
Bergamot, Lime, Lemon, Lavender,Orange, Juniper,Pine.
| Cypress |
| Cypress |
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Elemi was one of the aromatics used in ancient Egypt. A light fresh scent, balsamic-spicy, lemon like. Blends well with Myrrh, Frankincense, Lavender, Rosemary. A very grounding oil, a base note in perfumery. Helpful for nervous exhaustion and stress, a general stimulant. Promotes peace and joy, centering, balances upper and lower chakras. Elemi is said to stimulate the Thymus gland and strengthens the immune system, particularly at the beginning of an illness. Fortifys the body. Good for respiratory complaints, bronchitis, unproductive cough, congestion. Very rejuvenating for aged skin and wrinkles. Healing for infected wounds, ulcers. Avoid on sensitive or damaged skin. Avoid in pregnancy and with babies and children.
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Eucalyptus Lemon is soothing and calming with a strong sedative effect. Helpful for muscle and joint aches and pains,sprains and injuries.Anti-inflammatory,antispasmodic. A powerful antiseptic, use for athletes foot, fungal infections, herpes.Use Eucalyptus Citriodora for Massage and as an Insect Repellant. Sometimes referred to as Lemon Eucalyptus, this oil has a lemony smell with a sweet
| Eucalyptus citriodora |
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A camphorus, woody and sweet oil that is steam distilled from the leaves of the tree. Most Eucalyptus Globulous on the market is rectified which means it has been adulterated. We do not sell this product because the rectification process eliminates therapeutically important minor constituents. Rectified oil is decongesting but it is harsh on the bronchial muscles, sometimes causing constriction.Our Eucalyptus is not medicinal smelling at all and is much softer than others on the market.
The unrectified Eucalyptus Globulus has a softer,nicer scent and is therapeutically superior to the industrially produced rectified oil. Unlike the rectified Eucalyptus, this oil relaxes the bronchial muscles. Diffuse this refreshing, stimulating oil to reduce the swelling of mucus membranes, loosen phlegm, and ease breathing. It also will kill airborne germs and viruses to help reduce the spread of flues and infections. Wonderful for protection during the winter months. Diffused for two hours a day will keep colds and flu away.
Used in massage oil Eucalyptus is valuable in all respiratory conditions to ease constricted breathing. Add a few drops to a basin of water or a compress to treat skin infections and ulcers.
Properties - anti-bacterial, antiseptic, decongestant, antiviral.
Blends well with - Basil, Cedar, Frankincense, Sweet Marjoram, Pine and is a top note.
Precautions - although this Eucalyptus is a strong antiviral and antibacterial oil, it is not appropriate for use with infants and small children, it can cause choking. It can be toxic if taken internally. For children use Eucalyptus Smithi,
| Eucalyptus Globulus |
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This variety has a sweet, soft scent and is used for infections higher in the respiratory tract. It is highly effective when used with Ravansara aromatica, against colds, flu and sinusitis.A refreshing camphorus oil with a scent that is lighter than Eucalyptus Globulus. Patricia Davis says this is the most useful Eucalyptus as it has a pleasant smell and is easily assimilated. It has many of the same uses as Eucalyptus Globulus but it is milder in its chemical composition and gentler in action. Despite its mild chemical composition, it is highly anti-bacterial and anti-viral. Eucalyptus Radiata has been proven effective in laboratory tests against many viruses, including staphylococci. It is also a powerful decongestant: in chronic and acute bronchitis it reduces the swelling of mucus membranes, loosens phlegm and increases the oxygen supply to restricted cells.
| Eucalyptus radiata |
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This is the mildest of the eucalyptus, safe for children and the elderly. Eucalyptus Smithi is the only Eucalyptus essential oil that should be used on children. Eucalyptus Globulus which is the most common is usually rectified and is not suitable for children. A top note in aromatherapy, this oil is said to be helpful for chest infections, to facilitate breathing. Can be used as a preventative as it effects the entire respiratory system and immune system. It is also an effective analgesic and is one of the best oils for sore muscles and joints. Used in a diffuser, Eucalyptus Smithi makes a good room disinfectant.Note: Use Eucalyptus Smithi in the same way as the globulus. It is milder in its chemical composition.
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