Aromatherapy - Glossary of essential oils, Nature of oil used in Aromatherapy

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Glossary of Essential Aromatherapy Oils

Patchouli Patchouli (Pogostemon patchouli)

Origins
Patchouli is a fragrant herb found in the Far East and the West Indies.

Essential oil
Steam distillation of the dried leaves produces thick, dark ruby oil, with a strong, heavy smell. It has an uplifting, soothing, warming influence.

Most common uses
  • Antiseptic and anti-fungal

  • Good for all kinds of fever

  • Good for a number of skin conditions, including scars, acne, eczema, burns, allergies and hemorrhoids.
Peppermint Peppermint (Mentha piperita)

Origins
A native of southern Europe, this plant is grown all over the world but now comes mainly from the US.

Essential oil
Steam distillation of partially dried herbs produces colourless or pale yellow oil that thickens and darkens as it gets older. It has a strong, fresh smell and generally has a refreshing, invigorating effect.

Most common uses
  • Regulates the nervous system

  • Good for palpitations

  • Good for hiccoughs

  • Relieves Asthma

  • Good for insomnia

  • Good for migraine

  • Regulates the digestion and acts as an antiseptic to the bowel
  • Cleanses the blood

  • Good mouthwash in cases of gum disease

  • Good for many skin complaints, such as eczema, dermatitis, over heated skin, bruises and ulcers.
Bay
Bergamot
Black Pepper
Cajuput
Camomile
Cypress
Eucalyptus
Pelargonium-
Jasmine
Juniper
Lavender
Lemon
Marjoram
Myrrh
Neroli
Niaouli
Olibanum
Orange
Patchouli
Peppermint
Petitgrain
Pine
Rose
Rosemary
Sage
Sandal Wood
Styrax
Tangerine
Thyme
Vertivert
Violet Leaves
Ylang Ylang
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