FENNEL SWEET (FOENICULUM VULGARE) Botanical Name: Foeniculum vulgare Part: Seeds Origin: Mediterranean Extraction: Steam Distillation Note: Top/Middle Appearance: Clear with a Faint Yellow Tinge Fragrance: Sweet, spicy and licorice-like Healthcare It treats digestive problems and indigestion. Fennel sweet oil speeds up healing of wounds and prevents infections. It reduces gut spasms. It cures constipation and gastric problems. It kills intestinal worms. It is useful for breastfeeding mothers as it increases milk production. Weight loss It is a useful remedy for weight loss as it boosts your metabolism and reduces weight. It suppresses your appetite. Blood Fennel sweet oil purifies the blood and increases blood circulation. It is also helpful in balancing the amount of sodium in the blood. Body functions It stimulates all your body functions including the respiratory system, digestive system, and nervous system. Fennel sweet oil boosts your immunity system. Aromatherapy It has a sweet aroma that relieves stress and anxiety. Its soothing aroma makes it suitable for aromatherapy. Menstrual cycles Fennel sweet oil is effective in balancing hormone. It is useful in treating menopause and regulate menstrual cycles. Read more
FRANKINCENSE (BOSWELLIA SACRA) Frankincense has long been used since ancient times for prayer or enhances meditation and spirituality. It’s very rich, sweet, warm with woody and resinous undertones calm and deepens breathing. It was one of the 3 gifts given by visiting Magis from the Far East to the newborn baby Jesus Christ and was used as an ingredient in the Old Testament’s times. There are many species of Frankincense grown but the Boswellia Sacra species is by far the most superior and most researched for its health and beauty benefits. Only grown in Oman, and regarded as their sacred homeland treasure, Frankincense Sacra essential oil is obtained by steam distilling the resin from the prized Hojari Frankincense. Frankincense is also a natural insecticide and was used in ancient Egypt to fumigate wheat silos and repel wheat moths. In ancient Egypt, it is used to embalm the dead. Read more
GERANIUM EGYPT (PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS) There are over 350 species of geranium that exist where many of them are highly perfumed. Geraniums have since been brought to Europe in the 17thcentury. Since then there have been many hybrids of geraniums grown in several countries across the world. Fragrance Our Geranium Egypt is a beautiful, soft yet rounded geranium essential oil that shares many compounds with a rose oil but at a fraction of its costs. It is often used to improve the staying power of your fragrance. Mind and Emotions It has an uplifting and calming floral scent and can help to relax the body, relieve tension and trigger healing. Thus it is suitable for those suffering from depression or anxiety. Read more
JASMINE ABSOLUTE (JASMINUM OFFICINALE) Botanical Name: Jasminum Grandiflorum Part: Flowers Origin: China and Northern India Extraction: Solvent extracted Note: Middle Appearance: Deep Brown with a Golden Tinge Fragrance: Warm, floral and exotic. Jasmine flower is popular and commonly used. The jasmine flower only blooms at night. Jasmine oil has been used for hundreds of years. For health Jasmine oil has a pleasing effect that reduces depression. It is helpful in speedy recovery of wounds and prevents wound infections. It clears nasal passage and treats cough and cold. It is an ideal oil for inducing uninterrupted and long sleep and insomnia. For skin Jasmine oil is beneficial for the skin. It treats dry skin and rejuvenates it. This essential oil also removes spots and scars from your skin leaving it spotless and bright. For Emotions and mind It has a soothing sensation that relaxes your mind and has a positive effect on your moods. Jasmine oil reduces depression, anxiety, and stress. For women Jasmine oil is effective in reducing labor pains. It also boosts the recovery process after the birthing process. It treats uterus disorders and tumors. Read more
LAVENDER (LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA) A very well-loved fragrance widely used in personal care products for its sweet floral aroma that is sedative and calming. Mind and Emotions It is calming and sedative and can assist in reducing stress and anxiety. Widely used in a massage blend, diluted in a soothing bath or as drops on skin and pillows to assist sleep. Health and Beauty Lavender oil has analgesic and anti-spasmodic properties, to relieve muscular aches and joint pains. It is effective in treating acne and can aid in digestion as well as strengthen the immune system. Read more
LEMON (CITRUS LIMON) A member of the citrus family, lemon is loaded with vitamins especially vitamin C. It is widely used in cooking due to its unique taste and aroma. Health Due to the abundance of vitamin C, lemon oil boosts the immune system and guards against diseases. It is beneficial for asthma patients as it clears the nasal passage. Its soothing and sharp aroma reduces depression and stress and can help alleviate insomnia. It is helpful for weight reduction. Skin and Hair Lemon oil rejuvenates dry and damaged skin leaving a bright and refreshing skin. It reduces pimples, dark spots and excessive oil on the skin. It can also strengthen hair and add shine to it. Read more
LEMONGRASS (CYMBOPOGON CITRATUS) Health Lemongrass oil reduces inflammation and body pains. It prevents wound infections and reduces the growth of bacteria. Lemongrass oil is useful in reducing gas and bloating and stimulates the digestive system. It cures both internal and external fungal infections. It is useful to reduce excessive bleeding. Mind Its calming and soothing aroma reduces stress and anxiety level. It promotes nervous activities and prevents disorders. Repellent Lemongrass oil is a natural insect repellent and can be applied on the skin for repelling insects. Read more