Re: essential oils...
From: Mel (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Wed, 13 Mar 2002 04:26:10 -0600 (CST)
This is a superb list, thanks Barbara, but can I add as an
aromatherapist that you must be ever so carefull about mixing these
oils. They are extremely potent and powerfull and should be treated
with respect.
If you want to bath with oils, add a few dropps of your chosen oils to a
SMALL amount of milk and add to a hot and steamy bath, lie back and
relax. However do not bath in the oils if you are medicated and unsure
of the affect that the oils will have on them without consulting a
doctor/ nurse
They are a superb and theraputic method of healing
Thanks again Barbara
--
Mel
At Tue, 12 Mar 2002, Barbra wrote:
>
>>>>>>TERMINOLOGY<<<<<<<<<
>Analgesic - These oils are used to relieve pain when applied externally.
>Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cajuput,
>Eucalyptus, and Lavender.
>
>Antiarthritic - Used to relieve and heal arthritic conditions. Benzoin,
>Black Pepper, Chamomile, Ginger and
>Rosemary.
>
>Antidepressant - These oils can counter act the feelings of being
>depressed, sad, and those lacking of
>cheerfulness or the ability to function in your daily activities.
>Bergamot is probably the most widely known.
>Many others can help.
>
>For those feeling slow, or lethargic try Bergamot, Geranium, Melissa and
>Rose. For those feeling a restless,
>irritable or inability to sleep, Chamomile, Clary sage, Lavender
>Sandalwood or Ylang ylang.
>
>Again these are just a few. .
>
>Anti-inflammatory and Antiphlogistic - both terms are similar in that
>essential oils used will have to reduce
>inflammation or swelling. Often times they can suppress inflammation.
>Oils to use include Bay, Benzoin,
>Lavender, Patchouli, Calendula,
>Chamomile and Yarrow.
>
>Antipruritic - These oils will help to relieve and prevent itching.
>Lavender, Bergamot, Cajeput, Chamomile
>Lavender, Geranium, Tea Tree, and Myrrh.
>
>Aperitive - These oils will stimulate the appetite, Anise, Bay,
>Bergamot, Black Pepper, Chamomile, Garlic,
>Fennel, Ginger, Juniper, Lemon, Marjoram, Nutmeg, Sage.
>
>Aphrodisiac - Rose, Neroli, Clary Sage, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Jasmine,
>Black Pepper, Ginger,
>Cardamom, and Ylang ylang.
>
>Carminative - These oils stimulate intestinal peristalsis relieves and
>promotes explusion of gas from the
>intestinal tract. Anise, Basil, Benzoin, Bergamot, Black Pepper,
>Cajuput, Cayenne, Cinnamon, Coriander,
>Fennel, Lemon, Marjoram, Peppermint, Rosemary, Thyme and Yarrow.
>
>Diaphoretic- These oils produces perspiration and sweat plus increase
>elimination’s through the skin.
>Basil, Cajuput, Black Pepper, Rosemary, Thyme, and Yarrow.
>
>Expectorant - Oils that encourage the discharge of mucous from the
>respiratory system. Anise, Basil, Bay,
>Benzoin, Bergamot, Cajuput, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Marjoram, Peppermint,
>Pine, Rosemary and Thyme.
>
>Rubefacient - These oils stimulate capillary dilation and causes the
>skin to redden. They bring blood and
>circulation to the surface and relieves congestion and inflammation. The
>best known are Bergamot, Black
>Pepper and Cajeput.
>
>Sedative - Oils that calm the nerves and tranquilizes. Bay, Chamomile,
>Cinnamon, Clove, Cypress,
>Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Sage, Thyme, Ylang ylang.
>
>Vulnerary - These oils help promote healing of cuts and wounds.
>Bergamot, Cajuput, Chamomile, Clove,
>Eucalyptus, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Rosemary
>and Thyme.
>
>A reminder-these are not to be taken internally.They are to be used with
>a carrier oil,if used on the skin,such as grapeseed oil,vitamin e oil
>etc.
>A diffuser is also something that I use in my home at intervals.
>
>They possess most powerful healing abilites.Your body will know which
>aroma is right for you.
>
>See what is bothering you....use this as a guideline and take it from
>there.
>Smell does effect the body.
>The scent of grapefruit is uplifting and invigorating,while when you get
>stressed...the scent of bergamont or rose,lavender...can be life savers.
>
>--
>Sincerely,
>Barbra Camara
>
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