Chemical Families and Kids Flashcards
What are 5 aspects of a therapeutically balanced blend? SHISE
SHISE- Symptom, Holistic diet/lifestyle, Individual, Support of the organ, Energetics
Name 3 therapeutic actions of monoterpenes
anti-bacterial, airborne deodorizers, analgesic (support), penetration enhancer, respiratory decongestant
What are safety and contraindications with Monoterpenes?
oxidation and some are photo-toxic
What is oxidation?
when an oil has been exposed to too much air so the chemical properties change
What can happen if oxidized oils are used on the skin?
irritation and sensitization, can be potential allergens
How can you prolong the oxidation process?
Store in a cool, dark place, keeps lids on tightly
Name two kids in Monoterpene family
a-pinene, d-limonene
What are their therapeutic actions? (Monoterpenes)
a-pinene: analgesic
d-limonene: anti-carcinogenic, lipolytic
What do Monoterpenes end in?
“ENE”
Monoterpenes are mostly what note?
Top
Which Monoterpenes are photo-toxic?
cold-pressed citrus oils besides grapefruit
Name 3 therapeutic actions of Sesquiterpenes
anti-inflammatory, calming to CNS, analgesic (support), antispasmodic (support)
Name two kids of Sesquiterpenes
b-elemene
b-caryophellene
What are their therapeutic actions? (Sesquiterpenes)
b-elemene: anti-carcinogenic
b-caryophellene: anesthetic, anti-inflammatory
Sesquiterpenes end in?
“ENE”
What safety concerns are there for Sesquiterpenes?
GRAS unless oxidized
Sesquiterpenes are usually what notes?
Middle, Base
Name 3 Sesquiterpene oils
Myrrh, Balsam Copaiba, Ginger, Cedarwood, Patchouli, Ylang Ylang
Name 3 therapeutic properties of Monoterpenols
immune stimulant, anti-microbial, antiseptic
Name 2 kids of Monoterpenols
linalol, borneol
What are their therapeutic actions? (Monoterpenols)
linalol: highly sedative, anxiolytic
borneol: anticoagulant
What do Monoterpenols end in?
“OL”
What are safety and contraindications of Monoterpenols?
oxidation, avoid menthol rich oils for spectrum people
Name 3 Monoterpenol oils
Tea tree, Rose otto, Geranium, Sweet Marjoram, Sweet Basil, Neroli, Nerolina, Palmarosa, Peppermint, Rosalina
Name 3 therapeutic properties of Sesquiterpenols
anti-inflammatory, skin healing, anti-microbial, calming
Name 2 kids of the Sesquiterpenol family
bisabolol, farnesol
What are their therapeutic actions? (Sesquiterpenol)
bisabolol: anti-fungal, antioxidant, gastro-protective
farnesol: vasoconstrictor, dermal enhancer
Sesquiterpenols end in?
“OL”
What are the safety and contraindications of Sesquiterpenols?
oxidation
What notes are Sesquiterpenols?
Middle, Base
Name 3 Sesquiterpenol oils
German Chamomile, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Carrot seed
Name 3 therapeutic properties of Ester rich oils
anti-spasmodic, sedative/calming to CNS, anti-inflammatory
Name to kids of Esters
linalyl acetate, benzyl benzoate
What are their therapeutic actions? (Esters)
linalyl acetate: immuno-modulating
benzyl benzoate: bug repellent, effective against scabies
Esters end in?
“ATE”
What safety concerns are there for Esters?
oxidation, Birch and Wintergreen
What notes are Esters?
Middle
Name 3 Ester oils
Birch, Wintergreen, Cardamom, Clary Sage, Inula, Jasmine, Lavender, Petitgrain, Roman Chamomile,
Name 3 therapeutic actions of Ethers
anti-spasmodic, stomachic/carminative, detoxifying, cephalic (mind clearing)
Name two kids of Ethers
Safrole, estragole
What are the therapeutic actions? (Ethers)
safrole: bug repellent
estragole: stomachic/carminative, anti-rheumatic
What are safety and contraindications for Ethers?
oxidation, never use on spectrum, phase blending and low dilution
What notes are Ethers?
Middle
Ethers end in?
“OL” and “OLE”
What are 3 Ether oils?
Fennel, Anise, Nutmeg
Name 3 therapeutic properties of Aldehydes
anti-microbial, sedative, anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory (support), febrifuge
Name 2 kids of Aldehydes
geranial, neral
What are their therapeutic actions? (Aldehydes)
geranial: analgesic, antioxidant
neral: anti-fungal
What safety and contraindications are there for Aldehydes?
oxidation, skin sensitizer, don’t use benzene ring on spectrum people
What notes are Aldehydes?
Middle
Aldehydes end in?
“AL”
Name 3 Aldehyde oils
Lemongrass, Lemon Myrtle, Melissa
Name 3 therapeutic qualities of Oxides?
Expectorant, analgesic, anti-viral, anti-inflammatory
Name 2 kids of Oxides
1,8 cineole and terpinen-4-ol
What are their therapeutic actions? (Oxides)
1,8 cineole: analgesic, antispasmodic
terpinen-4-ol: anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial
What safety and contraindications are there for Oxides?
Oxidation, no spectrum or asthmatics
What notes are Oxides?
Top, Middle
Oxides end in?
“OLE” or “OXIDE”
Name 3 Oxide oils
Eucalyptus, Niaouli, Laurel Leaf, Ravintsara
Name 3 therapeutic qualities of Ketones
Cicatrisant/skin healing, mucolytic, analgesic, support anti-inflammatory
Name 2 kids of Ketones
thujone and menthone
What are their therapeutic actions? (Ketones)
thujone: anti-tumoral, carminative
menthone: pesticide
Name safety and contraindications for Ketones
Oxidation, no spectrum or internal use, phase blending, neurotoxicity
What notes are Ketones?
Middle
Ketones end in?
“ONE”
Name 3 Ketone oils
Buddha Wood, Sage, Mugwort, Rock Rose
Name 3 therapeutic actions of Phenols
Anti-microbial, analgesic, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, marry with monoterpenols for immuno-stimulating
Name two kids of Phenols
eugenol and carvacrol
What are their therapeutic actions? (Phenols)
eugenol: analgesic, anti-inflammatory
carvacrol: antimicrobial, antioxidant
Name safety and contraindications of Phenols
oxidation, no spectrum, phase blending, sensitizers
What notes are Phenols?
Middle
Phenols end in?
“OL”
Name 3 Phenol oils
Clove Bud, Oregano, Thyme ct. thymol
The __ carbon and __ hydrogen backbone is the basic backbone of all essential oils.
8, 2
