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Essential Oils This is a discription of the most common essential oils and their triditional uses Anise, Star Essential Oil - This sweet smelling essential oil smells just like black licorice. It is often used as a flavoring agent in cold and cough medicines, and used as a rub to relieve muscular aches and pains (when diluted with a carrier oil). It can be used as a chest rub to relieve symptoms of colds, and coughs. Vaporized Anise may also help with colds and coughs. Warnings: This essential oil is not intended for internal use without the guidance of a doctor. If ingested in large amounts, anise essential oil will slow down the circulatory system as it is a mild narcotic. Also, Anise essential oil contains 'anethole' which may exacerbate those with skin conditions. Do not use during pregnancy. NOTE: This medium-flashpoint oil (181.94ºF) will ship FedEx only regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot be shipped by the USPS. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: China Botanical Name: Illicum Verum Part: Seeds Basil Essential Oil - This herbaceous, slightly camphoerous smelling oil is commonly used in insect repellant and insect bite creams as well as in many bronchitis, cold and cough inhalants. Avoid during pregnancy or if you have liver problems. NOTE: This medium-flashpoint oil (163.9ºF) will ship FedEx only regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot be shipped by the USPS. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Comoros Islands Botanical Name: Ociumum Basilicum Part: Leaves and flowering top
Bergamot Essential Oil - This fresh and fruity citrus oil has a sophisticated and uplifting scent. It blends beautifully with many other scents and is the perfect top note. Bergomot has antiseptic properties and is sometimes used as a skin astringent, however it is also a photosensitizer and shouldn't be used on skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (131 F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Country of Origin: Italy Botanical Name: citrus bergamia Part: Peel Carrot Seed Essential Oil - Simply the best oil for pampering of more mature skin types. This essential oil works by stimulating red blood cells which improves appearances by adding elasticity and tone to skin. It has a cult-following as an anti-aging oil for preventing wrinkles. For medicinal purposes, it speeds along scar reduction treatments. If you're making skin care for your face and you fall in the more mature skin category, this is simply an oil that you must try! NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (116.9 F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Hungary Botanical Name: Daucus carota Part: Seeds Catnip Essential Oil - Renowned for its anti-bug properties, this essential oil is quickly becoming popular in mosquito and bug blends. Suggested usage rate for mosquito repellent is 1% to 3% of your product. What can Catnip Essential Oil do for you? Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Canada Part: Flower Tops Botanical Name: Nepeta cataria Chamomile, German - German Chamomile Essential Oil has long been prized as an anti-inflammatory additive. When freshly distilled this oil is blue due to the presence of azulene, a proven anti-inflammatory agent. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (123 F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Hungary Botanical Name: Matricaria recutita Chamomile, Roman - Roman Chamomile Essential Oil is often use for relaxing (inhalation or diluting and dabbing on pulse points), and insomnia. The components of Chamomile are also said to be good for anti-spasming properties and headaches. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (100º F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: USA Botanical Name: Anthemis Nobilis Citronella Essential Oil - Citronella is commonly used as an insect repellant (mosquitoes and fleas) but also helps with excessive perspiration (when applied topically) and fatigue (when inhaled). Citronella has a lemon-like aroma with a bitter kicker. Citronella is most well known for its use in candles for use outside to discourage mosquitoes from biting. If you are making an anti-bug candle, be sure to use at least 1.5 ounces of essential oil per pound of wax. Citronella (the component that bugs don’t like) is higher in our Java variety of Citronella compared to Ceylon Citronella. NOTE: This medium-flashpoint oil (185ºF) will ship FedEx only regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot be shipped by the USPS. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Java Botanical Name: Cymbopogon Winterianus Part: grass stalk Clary Sage Essential Oil - Clary Sage is well known for its balancing properties. Used in PMS blends, it is reputed to help with menopause and menstrual cramps. Bramble Berry's Clary Sage is sourced in America and smells richer and more smooth than the Russian or Chinese sourced Clary Sage. Flashpoint is 125 F. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (125ºF) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: USA Botanical Name: Salvia Sclarea Part: Leaves Egyptian Geranium - Sophisticated, fresh floral similar to a rose, but not quite so heavy. Geranium is said to have psychologically balancing effects and some like to use is for skin problems such as eczema, psoriasis, and shingles. Also historically used to treat menopausal and other women's problems it continues to be thought of as a women's oil. Frequently used in lotions, creams, and facial cleansers. Blends well with Orange, Patchouli, or Lavender essential oils and is delightful when mixed with our Amber fragrance. NOTE: This medium-flashpoint oil (185ºF) will ship FedEx only regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot be shipped by the USPS. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Egypt Botanical Name: Pelargonium Graveolens Part: Leaves, stalks, flowers Elemi Essential Oil - Elemi is typically used in perfumery as a middle note because of its fresh, citrusy and slightly peppery smell. For aromatherapy, it is commonly used for bronchitis and extreme coughing. In skincare, it is thought to help with the healing of scars. It is believed to stimulate the immune system as well. Valerie Wormwood says that Elemi oil is good for encouraging peace and compassion in emotional healing. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (129º F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Phillipines Botanical Name: Canarium Eucalyptus Essential Oil - This very strong essential oil is often used in muscle and joint creams. It is also used in sprays and salts to help clear the sinuses and respiratory system. Warning: Do not use in children's products NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (109º F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: China Botanical Name: Eucalyptus Globulus
Fir Needle Essential Oil - This essential oil is a traditional pine scent. Used in liniments, as a disinfectant, for making soaps, candles and for scenting sachets and potpourris, it has a pleasant forest aroma. It is a smooth, fresh, evergreen aroma that is refreshing and harmonizing. If you have an artificial Christmas tree for the holidays, this oil is a must have to enhance the holiday spirit. Precautions: may irritate skin NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (109.4 F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Siberia Botanical Name: Abies Sibirica Part: Twigs and Needles Edible: Yes Lavender, Hungarian Essential Oil - Although this is the same botanical flower as the Provence Lavender, our Hungarian Lavender essential oil is less camphorous and more green in scent. It is velvety and smooth instead of the more bold Provence. It has become the new favorite in the warehouse. Let us know what you think! NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (120ºF) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Country of Origin: Hungary Part: Flowering tops Botanical name: Lavandula augustifolium L. Lavender, Provence Essential Oil - Lavender is renowned for its calming and balancing effects. Use 4 to 6 drops in a bath after a long day. Lavender is also reputed to have excellent results with scarring and burns. Lavender may improve your mood...read on. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (120 F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Country of Origin: France Part: Flowering tops Botanical name: Lavandula angustifolia Lemon Essential Oil - Our Lemon essential oil smells like a fresh sliced lemon without that cleaning product note that so many lemon oils have. Lemon is thought to help with concentration and to reduce cellulite when used in body oils and scrubs. This highly astringent oil helps oily skin and hair and is often added to facial cleansers and hair tonics. As with most cold pressed citrus oils the lemon scent does not stick well in CP soap. Flashpoint: 118°F NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (118º F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Cold Pressed Part: Outer peel Botanical name: Citrus Limon Warning: Strong Photo Sensitizer - should not be used in lip balms. Edible: Yes Lemongrass Essential Oil - Lemongrass is a favorite of soapers for its staying power in soap. It is commonly used in acne and insect repellant blends. It functions as a 'top' note in blends and smells like lemon with an earthy note. NOTE: This medium-flashpoint oil (185ºF) will ship FedEx only regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot be shipped by the USPS. Distillation Method: Steam Distilled Country of Origin: Guatemala Botanical name: Cymbopogon Citratus Lime, distilled - Refreshing, crisp, and sweeter than lemon, the possibilities are endless for our lime essential oil. Great for bath bombs, body spritzs, scrubs, and aromatherapy. Lime essential oil is also purported to have astringent qualities as well as antiseptic uses. We loving using Lime essential oil to make our own natural household cleaning products - it is a wonderful degreaser in addition to making your home smell fresh and clean! There's no need to waste away in Margaritaville, now that you can purchase a little of it for yourself! Try blending with lemon, lavender, and rosemary. Lime EO is a photsensitizer. If you use it on your skin, be careful if going into direct sunlight. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (114ºF) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distilled Country of Origin: Mexico Botanical name: Citrus Aurantifolia Edible: Yes
Litsea Cubeba Essential Oil - Used for a Lemon, or a base note in more elusive citrus notes like Orange, this is a lovely, uplifing essential oil. It can also be used to treat acne or put into face products for oily skin. Litsea Cubeba is also commonly known by the name May Chang. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (136.04ºF) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: China Botanical Name: Litsea Cubeba Part: Fruit
Orange Valencia Essential Oil - Orange essential oil is a very light oil. Orange is a light and airy mood enhancer that blends well with almost anything and is great in room spritzers and pillow sprays. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (115ºF) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Cold Pressed Country of Origin: USA Part: Peel Botanical Name: Citrus sinensis 'Valencia' Warnings: Known photosensitizer - don't use in the sun or in lip balms. Edible: Yes Patchouli Essential Oil - At our customer's request we have found a lovely Patchouli essential oil. The scent is earthy and deep. Wonderful for blending, use it as a dependable, long lasting anchor for your mixes. We love how it blends when combined with English Rose or Lavender essential Oil. Many web sites tout its usefulness as a treatment for acne, as an antibacterial, and as an insect repellant. NOTE: This medium-flashpoint oil (199.9ºF) will ship FedEx only regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot be shipped by the USPS. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation from dried leaves Country of Origin: Indonesia Botanical Name: Pogostemon Cablin Part: Leaves Peppermint Essential Oil INTERESTING! According to Dr. Bryan Raudenbush of Wheeling Jesuit University, smelling Peppermint Essential Oil improves mental performance, cognitive functioning, pain threshold and tolerance, digestion and digestive processes and athletic performance. For more information, go to www.senseofsmell.org NOTE: This medium-flashpoint oil (159.8ºF) will ship FedEx only regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot be shipped by the USPS. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Yakima, WA USA Part: Leaves Botanical Name: Mentha Piperita Warnings: Causes a cooling effect in melt and pour, and lotions and should not be used on mucous membranes or sensitive areas
Peppermint Essential Oil NOTE: This medium-flashpoint oil (180ºF) will ship FedEx only regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot be shipped by the USPS. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation 2nd Distillation: Redistilled Country of Origin: Idaho, USA Part: Leaves Botanical Name: Mentha Piperita Warnings: Causes a cooling effect in melt and pour, and lotions and should not be used on mucous membranes or sensitive areas Edible: Yes (& Kosher)
Pink Grapefruit Essential Oil - - All hail the return of this versatile, sprightly oil! During the cold snap in 2004, Florida's grapefruit production took a downturn, causing Grapefruit Essential Oil prices to take a massive upturn. The pricing has returned to somewhat normal levels though still not as low as 2004. We love to blend Pink Grapefruit with Spearmint Essential Oil for an uplifting cool treat. As an aromatherapy oil, Pink Grapefruit is associated with feelings of happiness and well being. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (118ºF) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Cold Expressed Country of Origin: USA Part: Fresh peel Botanical Name: Citrus Paradisi Rosemary Essential Oil - Rosemary is high in camphor and is traditionally used in decongestant blends and pain (muscle) relief blends (think 'Vicks Vapor Rub'). This distinctive smelling essential oil is considered stimulating in nature and is often found in energizing blends. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Spain Part: Leaf Botanical name: Rosmarinus Officinalis Warnings: Do not use if pregnant, have high blood pressure or a tendency to go into seizures Sage, Dalmation - Our Sage Dalmation has a very high percentage of Thujone - 31.5% Thujone – and needs to be treated with respect. With overuse, it can be toxic. Please avoid use during pregnancy, individuals with seizure disorders, while nursing and for anyone with high blood pressure. Sage Dalmation is popular for those with arthritis and painful muscle joints. It is considered helpful with oily skin and hair and for aromatherapy, is reputed to be an air purifier. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (124ºF) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Spain Part: Blossoms and Leaves Botanical name: Salvia Officinalis
Spearmint Essential Oil NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: USA Botanical Name: Mentha Spicata Part: Leaves& Kosher
Tangerine Essential Oil - Bright, fruity, and sweet, Tangerine essential oil reminds us of happy summer days eating orange popsicles. Many claim that Tangerine oil promotes tranquility and helps calm hyperactive children. It may also help reduce stretch marks during pregnancy and act as an antiseptic toner for oily skin. As with most cold pressed citrus oils the Tangerine scent does not stick well in CP soap. Flashpoint: 118°F NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (118 F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Cold Pressed Country of Origin: USA Part: Outer Peel Botanical Name: Citrus Reticulata Warnings: Strong photosensitizer - don't use in the sun or in lip balms. Edible: Yes Tea Tree Essential Oil - Long used for its antiseptic properties, Tea Tree is normally found in acne products (soaps, lotions, pimple creams, masks etc...). You can also use it in anti-fungal creams and powders. NOTE: This low-flashpoint oil (136 F) will ship FedEx Ground only, regardless of the shipping method you choose at checkout. It cannot ship outside the lower 48 U.S. states. Distillation Method: Steam Distillation Country of Origin: Australia Part: Leaves, twigs Botanical Name: melaleuca alternifolia Ylang Ylang III Essential Oil - Ylang Ylang has a sweet, deep aroma of sensual flowers. The flower is a small delicate bloom from the Cananga tree native to rainforests. It is known for its ability to life spirits, promote relaxation and enhance sexuality. Ylang III is considered an aphrodisiac and has a soft, luxurious aroma. It is wonderful in a bath (directly added), a diffuser or even directly sniffed from the bottle to sooth panic, anxiety and calm nerves. Ylang can also be added to skin toners or hair tonic to help balance oil or dry skin conditions. Flashpoint: 200ºF+ Distillation Method: Steam Distilled (triple) Country of Origin: Comoro Islands Part: flower Botanical Name: Cananga Odorata var. genuine NATURAL LIVING DIRECTORY |
