Elemi can be useful with respiratory complaints such as bronchitis, dry cough and excess mucus.

It is also helpful in cases of heavy perspiration, cuts, wounds and skin infections. 

It can be used in cases of nervous exhaustion and stress related conditions; it gives a feeling of peace and lifts the spirit. 

Diffuse it in a room after you have had a verbal argument or if you feel the "vibes" in a room are negative.  It is said to balance extremes of mood.  

Eucalyptus is a great expectorant and decongestant and is used in many popular chest rubs.  Relieves bronchitis, sinusitis and lung congestion since its great at removing excess mucous and decreasing inflammation.  

Make your own chest rub using it in a carrier oil and possibly in a blend with other essential oils (rosemary, peppermint, frankincense).  

Has antimicrobial aspects, which aid in relieving colds, flu.  A great idea is to put it in a spray bottle diluted with water and spray the room or environment during and after illness to help stop the spread of infection. 

Eucalyptus has a many other uses and can be used for bruises, headache, swollen lymphs, migraines, skin infections and sprains.

The young trees have bluish-green leaves, while mature trees develop long, narrow, yellowish leaves, creamy-white flowers and a smooth, pale gray bark often covered in a white powder. 

The effectiveness of Eucalyptus against airborne bacteria and viruses appears to be the combined action of aromadendrene and phellandrene. When combined in the air, these two constituents produce ozone in which bacteria and viruses cannot live.

In epidemics and with infectious diseases, Eucalyptus essential oil helps the patient, and protects the aromatherapist or other visitors. A mixture of 10 grams to a litre of water can be used to fumigate rooms.

The antiseptic and healing properties of eucalyptus are well known. There are surgeons in Europe who used a solution with eucalyptus to wash out operation cavities and apply eucalyptus impregnated gauze as a post-operative dressing. It is also valuable for burns and helps to form new tissue as the burn heals. In addition, urinary tract infections respond well to eucalyptus and its diuretic action can make it useful in washing out the urinary system.

Eucalyptus oil can be used in massage to relieve pain in rheumatism, muscular aches and fibrositis. Although we have a wide choice of oils for such applications, we can use it for people who do not mind its powerful odour or perhaps even find its familiar medicinal smell reassuring.

*NB: Not recommended for children under 2 years of age. 

Sweet, aroma is calming and strengthening.

Fennel is a nerve tonic and helps ease tension and stress, and it also increases energy and invigorates a sluggish mind.  

Fennel, helps ease muscle spasm and pain. And is good for constipation, indigestion, nausea and a sluggish liver.  Use it in a dilution and rub it over the abdomen area.  Fennel helps move toxins out of the body.

Can increase libido and, used in a massage, can help restore muscle tone.   

It can also be used to ease menstrual cramps and menopausal symptoms.

Many small villages in Russia produced a quantity of Fir essential oil. Its use can be easily traced back as it is referred to in the bible as the ‘Balm of Gilead’.

It is used today by many massage therapists because it is a relaxant to the nervous system and muscles. It is milder than pine and an ideal substitute as it gentler on the skin. 

As the oil is a respiratory antiseptic it is very good for the respiratory tract. It also seems to have a very good effect on conditions of the bronchi including fluid, mucous and pus buildup.

The essential oil seems to relieve tiredness that accompanies colds and flu. It has a tonic effect on the nervous system and the fresh scent lifts spirits.

Rich, sweet, balsamic yet woodsy aroma is calming and rejuvenating. 

Its woody and earthy scent is a wonderful choice for easing anxiety, indecision, depression, fears and helps us clear past emotional wounds.   

Very useful in meditating and cleanses the aura.

Frankincense is moistening to the mucous membranes, which makes it great for dry, irritated sinuses, nasal passages and dry coughs.  It also helps expel excess mucous and eases shortness of breath, especially when due to anxiety.  

A great skin balancer, it is a great choice for dry, aged skin as well as oily, blemished skin.  

Frankincense is also a cell regenerator, which makes it helpful for scars, wrinkles and wounds.  

Geranium helps lift depression, reduce stress and anxiety, and helps with jet lag and travel fatigue.  Put a drop or two each on a cotton cloth and carry it to inhale throughout the flight.  

It works as a circulatory and immune stimulant, and encourages lymphatic drainage so is great as a full body massage.  

Geranium is good against inflammation and wound infection, and helps with bruises, burns, eczema, hemorrhoids and acne.  Helps control excessive oiliness of the skin.

It is said to help reduce the symptoms of PMS and menopause.  Great when combined with clary sage. 

Geranium has a wonderful green, flowery aroma and is both uplifting and calming. Eases anxiety and tension of mentally and physically demanding days. Promotes harmony and balances aggressive and passive tendencies. 

Its spicy, warm aroma is grounding, aids memory, sharpens the senses, and eases nervous exhaustion and tiredness.  

Great oil during cold months or when one is feeling cold emotionally. 

Ginger promotes the secretion of digestive juices and is great for the digestive system, helping with  colic, nausea, constipation, travel sickness indigestion and vomiting.  Again, use it as an abdominal rub and inhale it in a diffuser, in a bath or put some drops on a cloth.  

The spicy, warm scent is also sensual and warm.

The citrus scent is refreshing, uplifting and purifying.

Its aroma helps balance emotions, uplifts the mood and helps dispel anger and anxiety. 

It can also help soothe jet lag (with geranium), boost confidence and ease nervous exhaustion.  

Grapefruit makes a good environmental disinfectant and can be dispersed via a diffuser or in a sprayer diluted in water.  

As part of a massage, it can help stimulate lymphatic drainage and circulation, as well as ease muscle aches and pain.  

It can also help as a support oil when going through alcohol and drug withdrawal.

Use this oil to clear negative energy and to ease grief.

Hyssop oil is also used for clearing mucous and infections, and is great to use for sinusitis, bronchitis, and asthma since it has anti-inflammatory properties as well.  

Full honey like sweetness is sensual and romantic.

It is an uplifting oil, lessening depression and is thought to increase artistic expression.  

It is said to increase confidence and optimism, and acts as an aphrodisiac, combating impotence and frigidity.  

Jasmine is a great remedy for painful menstruation and uterine spasms,  and can also help regulate breathing, especially when feeling anxious or under duress.

Pure Jasmine dilution in pure jojoba oil. This is a cost effective alternative to actual oil. Retains the same scent as the more expensive oil.

It is uplifting and revitalizing, and helps those feeling emotionally drained. 

Juniper is best known for its diuretic properties and its treatment of cystitis.  Use it in a half-filled bath and soak. 

Juniper also helps ease muscular aches and pains, gout pain, rheumatism and arthritis.  

It is particularly good at helping the body and skin with the removal of toxins. It is a circulatory stimulant that helps with a sluggish lymphatic system, cold hands and feet, varicose veins and hemorrhoids.   It is great in a bath for detoxifying and works synergistically with black pepper.