42 Commonly Used Essential Oils
Safety first| Name | Description of Essential Oil ( 1 to 4 of 42 ) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Basil | Invigorates body and spirit: helps refresh the mind allowing concentration, especially when tired. A good nerve tonic after a stressful day. It has a sweet liquorice-like fragrance. | |
| Benzoin | Add to carrier oil/cream for protecting skin against chapping or cracking.AKA Friars Balsam. Other Oils; Balsam of Tolu (Myroxylon balsamum), Balsam of Peru (M. balsamum var, Pereirae), Styrax (Liquidamber orientalis). | |
| Bergamot | Relaxes and refreshes and is good for confidence building. Uplifts the spirit and emotions with its delicious fresh and invigorating citrus fragrance. Useful for caring for oily and blemished skin. Lovely light citrus aroma. Use in vaporiser to disperse unpleasant odours. It is familiar to many as the flavouring in Earl Grey Tea. Warning Do not apply to the skin before going out into the sun - It can increase the susceptibility of the skin to severe burning. | |
| Black Pepper | With a pungent aroma it stimulates and tones. Warming oil during the cold winter season. Ideal for massaging on abdomen and muscles. Use in pre-sports or dance rub to help maintain suppleness. One of the earliest used spices, Interesting effects happen when it is used in perfume blends. It should only be used in small amounts. |
