a few things essential oils can do

Here are notes I’ve collected on the inside cover of my recipe book. If these statements I’ve written down from different sources are true, essential oils are pretty amazing…

basic properties of some essential oils

• geranium – harmonizes emotions, regenerates nerves, detoxifies liver, heals bruises
• helichrysum – reduces scarring and skin discolorations
• lavender – most widely used and versatile oil–antibacterial, antifungal, powerful weapon against moths, fleas, silverfish and flies
• lemongrass – repairs tissues and nerve damage
• myrtle – helps thyroid
• bergamot – turns grief to joy, flavors earl grey tea, natural deodorizing effect
• myrrh – fights infection, treats and disinfects wounds and skin problems, take internally for digestive upsets
• patchouli – aids digestion of toxic waste, relieves itching
• cedarwood – repels insects, treats fungal infections, exhilarating scent, carries oxygen to the brain, stimulates memory
• sandalwood – removes negative programming from cells
• basil – stimulant for nervous breakdown, gives mind strength and clarity, aids concentration
• valerian – calms central nervous system
• lemon – purifies air and water, removes stains, effective in treating colds and sore throats, cuts fat and has toning effect, natural deodorant
• tea tree – heals infected wounds, repels mosquitoes, makes a pleasant tea
• ylang ylang – balances equilibrium, relaxing effect on the nervous system, aphrodisiac
• frankincense – prevents scaring, restorative action on skin
• chamomile – strengthens positive imprinting in DNA, good for muscular aches, calming effect, said to be “capable of anything”
• grapefruit – fat dissolving
• cinnamon – inhale to improve memory, warming and soothing rub for rheumatism, one of spices in the holy ointment for the Tabernacle
• hyssop – powerful effect on the mind, alertness and clarity, discharges toxins and mucus
• celery – massage into arthritic joints
• rosemary – stimulating action on the brain, enhances memory, concentration and clear thinking, wards off infection, helps prevent premature balding
• clove – protective against plague, brings relief when applied topically for toothache or sore gums
• neroli – regenerates skin cells and improves skin elasticity
• cypress – helps circulatory problems, clears your head, in a bath can relieve aching legs, balances female system
• eucalyptus – malaria preventive, relieves fever and skin irritations, cleanses and disinfects the air
• jasmine – stirs the senses, treats problems of the nervous system, depression, tension, listlessness and fear, a strong sensual stimulant
• juniper – flavors gin, wards off disease, disinfects the air
• peppermint – helps digestion and relieves nausea, sweetens breath, muscle relaxant, rats and mice detest the smell
• majoram – antidote to poisoning and snake venom, a rub for muscle aches, strongly sedative and aids sleep