PEPPERMINT (MENTHA PIPERITA)
It is also cultivated in the USA, Italy, Great Britain, and Japan. Its fresh and menthol-like aroma makes it suitable for aromatherapy.
Health
Peppermint oil is a natural painkiller and relaxant. It reduces body and muscles pain. Its soothing effect cools down muscles as well as reduces body temperature. It is quite helpful in treating sinus and clear nasal passage as well as removing bad breath. It improves blood circulation and plays a significant role in treating indigestion and bloating. It is helpful in balancing hormones and reducing nausea.
Skin
Its cooling sensation calms skin rash and redness. It is beneficial for treating acne and clearing your skin complexion.
PETITGRAIN MANDARIN (CITRUS NOBILIS)
PINE (PINUS SYLVESTRIS)
ROSE (ROSA DAMASCENA)
Rose oil is considered as one of the most complex oils as it contains almost 300 elements in its composition. Its steam distillation is done carefully as high heat can damage the aroma of the oil.
Health
Rose oil reduces inflammation and speeds up the healing process of wounds. It reduces intestinal and muscles contraction. It provides a protective shield against viruses. It cures diseases that are caused by bacteria like typhoid, diarrhea, etc. It purifies the blood and reduces excessive bleeding by speeding up blood clotting and coagulation.
Mind and emotions
Rose oil is antidepressant; it reduces depression, stress, and relaxes the mind. It is a natural tonic for the nervous system, as it stimulates the nervous system and protects it from injuries. It overcomes anxiety.
ROSEMARY ( ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS)
It is originally from Asia but also cultivated in Tunisia, Yugoslavia, and France. Hebrews, Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks take rosemary as a sacred herb while in the Mediterranean region it is used as a culinary herb.
Health
It is effective against constipation, bloating, and stomach cramps. It can relieve muscles aches and headache. It stimulates the immune system and helps in healing respiratory problems. Rosemary oil is effective in treating oral fungal infection.
Skin
Rosemary oil tones and rehydrates skin leaving it fresh and clean. It deals with oily skin conditions and reduces acne. It slows down the aging signs and retains the youthful look of skin.
SANDALWOOD (SANTALUM ALBUM)
Botanical Name: Santalum Album
Part: Wood
Origin: South Asia
Extraction: Steam Distillation
Note: Base
Appearance: Clear with a Yellow Tinge
Fragrance: Sweet, woody and floral
Sandalwood oil is taken from 40 to 80 years old tree, with the older tree being ideal as it yields stronger aroma.
Health
Sandalwood oil protects internal and external wounds. It has anti-inflammatory properties that reduce inflammation. It relaxes blood vessels and reduces contractions. It is useful in treating insomnia. Sandalwood oil is helpful in relieving pain.
Skin
It is a potent essential oil that prevents skin cancer. Sandalwood oil is useful in treating acne and gives you clear skin.
Brain
Sandalwood oil has a floral and soothing aroma that boosts and reactivates the nervous system. It increases brain alertness. Its calming aroma reduces anxiety and depression. It is used as a natural relaxant. It improves brain concentration and memory.
Fragrance
Sandalwood oil is widely used in cosmetics and religious practices because of its sweet aroma. Its aroma repels and keeps away bugs and insects. It removes bad odor.
TEA TREE ( MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA)
It is widely grown in Australia for the past 100 years. Tea tree oil is not related to tea, as its name depicts. It is extracted from the leaves of the tea tree.
Health
It is useful in treating bacterial infections. Tea tree oil stimulates your health. It speeds up the healing process of burns and wounds. It prevents viral infections. It improves blood circulation and regenerates energy. It is helpful in dealing with a cough and cold.
Skin and Hair
Tea tree oil reduces acne. It is an effective remedy for increasing hair growth and reduces hair loss. It makes your hair healthy and shiny.
THYME (THYMUS VULGARIS)
VANILLA (VANILLA PLANIFOLIA)
VIOLET ABSOLUTE (VIOLA ODORATA)
Botanical Name: Viola Odorata
Part: Leaves
Origin: Italy and China
Extraction: Solvent Extracted
Note: Middle
Appearance: Dark green
Fragrance: Green, earthy and flowery
The main components of the violet oil are parmone, nonadrenal, hexyl alcohol ionone, viola quercetin, and benzyl alcohol. It is usually used in small quantities and is suitable for aromatherapy.
Healthcare
Violet oil reduces inflammation. When massaged on joints and muscles, relieves pain. It helps in treating various respiratory problems. It cures colds and clears the nasal passage. It treats insomnia.
Mental care
Violet oil is useful for decreasing mental stress and depression. It relaxes the mind and boosts your energy level. It has therapeutic properties that treat nervous exhaustion. It also reduces a headache.
Perfume
It has a sweet and floral fragrance and used in many perfumes. It also refreshes room air by removing bad odor.
Skin
Violet oil is also beneficial for the skin. It clears acne and spots. It refreshes skin and gives it a youthful glow.
WHITE MUSK (ROSA MOSCHATA)
