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Essential Oil properties Flashcards

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Amyris

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Perfumery/fragrancing, antiseptic & sedative properties.

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Ambrette Seed Absolute

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Aches, stiffness, poor blood circulation, low blood pressure, anxiety, depression.

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Angelica Root

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Dull skin, exhaustion, gout, psoriasis, toxin build up, water retention.

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Anise

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Bronchitis, colds, coughs, flatulence, flu, muscle aches, rheumatism.

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Anise, Star

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Rheumatism, bronchitis, coughing, colic, indigestion/cramping, colds, flu

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Allspice

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Arthritis, muscle tone, stiffness, muscle & gastric cramps, indigestion, nausea, depression, nervous tension/exhaustion, neuralgia, coughs, bronchitis.

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Balsam

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Bronchitis, chapped skin, colds, coughing, eczema, flu, poor circulation, rashes, sensitive skin, stress.

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Basil (leaves, stems, flowers)

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muscle relaxant, anti-viral/bacterial/inflammatory. Helps with nervous/mental fatigue, improve memory, migraine headaches & respiratory issues

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Bay

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Dandruff, hair care, neuralgia, oily skin, poor circulation, sprains, strains.

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Bay Laurel

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Amenorrhea, colds, flu, loss of appetite, tonsillitis.

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Benzoin

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Arthritis, bronchitis, chapped skin, coughing, laryngitis, stress.

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Bergamot

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Acne, abscess, anxiety, boils, cold sores, cystitis, depression, itching, loss of appetite, oily skin, psoriasis, stress

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Birch (bark)

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Painkiller, cleanser, anti-inflammatory. Helps with toxin elimination & sore muscles. Avoid during pregnancy

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Black Pepper

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Aching muscles, arthritis, constipation, muscle cramps, poor circulation, sluggish digestion.

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Blood Orange

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Uplifting, calming, refreshing, antidepressant, tension/anxiety relief, helps with release of emotions that have been suppressed, generates feelings of security *may open throat chakra

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Blue Cypress

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Arthritis, asthma,

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Cajeput

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Asthema, bronchitis, coughs, muscle aches, oily skin, rheumatism, sinusitis, sore throat,

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Cardamom

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Appetite(loss), comic, fatigue, stress, halitosis

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Carrot Seed

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Eczema, gout, mature skin, toxin build up, water retention

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Cedarwood (bark)

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Antibacterial, astringent, lymphatic stimulation, skin. As a tonic, can help with acne, eczema, cellulite, fluid retention. Eliminates lactic acid, and moves toxins from joints, may help with hair loss

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Chamomile

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Abscess, allergies, arthritis, boils, colic, cuts, earache, flatulence, headache, inflamed skin, insect bites, insomnia, nausea, sores, sprains, strains, stress, wounds, PMS

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Cinnamon

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Constipation, exhaustion, flatilence, lice, low blood pressure, scabies, stress

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Citronella

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Excessive perspiration, fatigue, headache, insect repellant, oily skin

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Clove Bud

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Arthritis, asthema, bronchitis, rheumatism, sprains, strains, tooth ache

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Clary sage (flowering plant)

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Anti-bacterial/fungal, antispasmodic, antiseptic. ‘Wise woman’s oil’ helps with hormona imbalance, insomnia, circulatory/menstrual issues

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Cypress

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Excessive perspiration, hemorrhoids, oily skin, rheumatism

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Coriander

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Aches, arthritis, colic, fatigue, gout, indigestion, nausea,

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Cumin

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Toxin build up, poor circulation, low blood pressure, colic, stomach cramps, indigestion, gas, fatigue

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Dill

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Amenorrhea, flatulence, griping pains

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Geranium (leaves)

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Anti-bacterial/inflammatory/fungal, antispasmodic, hemostatic, improves circulation, revitalizes skin. Skin conditions, fungal infection, hormonal issues, liver & pancreas stimulant. Liver detox

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Ginger (roots)

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Anti-inflammatory, anaesthetic, helps with digestive disorders, nausea, motion sickness, respiratory congestion & infection. Arthritis, muscular aches/pains. Anticoagulant properties can be enhanced with warfarin/aspirin

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Eucalyptus (leaves)

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Immune stimulant, expectorant, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal. Clears mucous, relieves muscular aches/pains. Cooling/soothing/calming effect over the whole body, stimulates the mind

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Fennel

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Bruises, cellulite, gums, mouth, nausea, obesity, toxin build up, water retention

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Fir needle

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Arthritis, bronchitis, colds, cough, flu, muscle aches, rheumatism, sinusitis

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Frankincense (gum/resin)

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Immune stimulant, anti-inflammatory, anti-depressant. Calms whole body & mind, eases aches & pains, respiratory infections, cancer, inflammation, powerful immune booster

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Geranium

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Acne, cellulite, dull skin, lice, menopause, oily skin

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Grapefruit

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Cellulitis, dull skin, toxin build up, water retention

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Jasmine Absolute

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Depression, dry skin, exhaustion, labour pains

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Juniper berry

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Colds, flu, acne, cellulitis, gout, hemorrhoids, obesity, rheumatism, toxin build up

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Ginger

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Aching muscles, arthritis, nausea, poor circulation

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Lavender (flowers)

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Relaxant/anti-anxiety,Anti-bacterial, inflammatory, fungal, antiseptic. Burns, wounds, skin irritations, sunburns, respiratory infections, muscle aches, calms & relaxes both mentally & physically.

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Lemon (rind)

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Antiseptic, immune stimulant, helps drain lymph and boost lymphatic system, improve circulation & memory, combat tumour growth

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Lemongrass (leaves)

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Anti-fungal, bacterial, inflammatory, anti-parasitic, connective tissue healer, promotes lymph. Use for digestive problems, torn muscles/ligaments, parasites, ligaments, circulation, fluid retention.

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Litsea cubeba (pepper like fruit)

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Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, regenerative, deodorant. Used for skin care, oily skin, acne, dermatitis, thought to reduce excess perspiration.

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Lime

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Acne, asthma, chilblains, cold, dull skin, flu, varicose veins

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Mandarin

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Acne, dull skin, insomnia, oily skin, scars, stress, wrinkles

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Orange-bitter (rind)

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Antidepressant, circulation/lymph stimulator, hypertension, constipation, insomnia, cancer. Is photo-toxic, do not apply before sun exposure

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Orange Sweet

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Colds, constipation, dull skin, flatulence, flu, gums, mouth, slow digestion, stress

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Oregano (leaves and flower)

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Anti-viral, bacterial, fungal, anti-inflammatory, immune stimulant. Respiratory infectious disease, infections, digestive problems, viral infections. May irritate nasal membranes if inhaled or skin irritation

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Peppermint (leaves, stems, flower bud)

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Digestive aid, nausea, pain relief, anti-inflammatory, parasitic, bacterial, anti-viral. Helps with back problems, headaches, mental fatigue, depression, muscle aches & pains, avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, sensitive skin or fresh wounds.

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Pine (needles)

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Antiseptic, lymphatic stimulant,any help with respiratory infections, muscular pain, skin parasites, throat/lung/sinus infections, nervous exhaustion.

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Ravensara (leaves, branches)

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Anti-viral, inflammatory, bacterial, immune stimulant, muscle relaxant, herpes viral infections, cancer, chronic respiratory problems, joint pain, muscular tension and depression

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Spearmint (leaves and flowering tops

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Increase metabolism, digestive aid, antiseptic, anti inflammatory. Digestive/ intestinal disorders, flatulence, nausea, headaches, some skin conditions

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Tea tree (leaves)

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Antibacterial/inflammatory, parasitic, fungal, anti-viral, immune stimulant, abbess, fungal infection, preventing infection in a wound, healing, skin conditions, immune booster to relieve bronchial congestion

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Wintergreen (leaves)

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Vasodilator, anticoagulant, anti inflammatory, joint & muscular problems, arthritis, nerve pain

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Rose Geranium

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Acne, cellulite, dull skin, lice, menopause, oily skin

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