Urogenital Oils

Question 1

THYME CT LINALOL

Botanical name
Hazards?
3 Indications & relevant Actions

Answer 1

Thymus vulgaris linaloliferum

Non toxic, non irritant in dilution, non sensitising.

Compromised immunity, CFS - Immuno-stimulant, Antimicrobial, Bactericidal
Cystitis - Antimicrobial, Bactericidal, Tonic for UG system
Cough, deep hacking - Antitussive, Antispasmodic, Expectorant, Antimicrobial

Question 2

BERGAMOT

Botanical name
Hazards?
3 Indications & relevant Actions

Answer 2

Citrus bergamia

Very PHOTOTOXIC - use bergapten free (FCF) or do not use above 0.4% 2d/25ml on skin within 12 hours of sunlight or sunbed (UV) exposure.

Psoriasis - Cytophylactic, Cicatrisant
UTIs esp recurring - Immune stimulant, Antiseptic, Tonic
Depression - Antidepressant, Euphoric, Regulatory

Question 3

PALMA ROSA

Botanical name
Hazards?
3 Indications & relevant Actions

Answer 3

Cymbopogon martinii var. martinii

Non toxic, non irritant in dilution, non sensitising

Genital thrush - Antifungal, Anti-inflammatory
Acne - Antiseptic, Bactericidal, Anti-inflammatory
Tension headache - Anti-inflammatory for NS, Calmative, Tonic

Question 4

MYRTLE

Botanical name
Hazards?
3 Indications & relevant Actions

Answer 4

Myrtus communis

Non toxic, non irritant in dilution, non sensitising

Cystitis - Antimicrobial, bactericidal, Antiseptic
Colds & catarrh - Anticatarrhal, Antimicrobial, Expectorant
Acne & oily skin - Antiseptic, Antimicrobial, Astringent

Question 5

JUNIPER

Botanical name
Hazards?
3 Indications & relevant Actions

Answer 5

Juniperus communis

Non toxic externally, non irritant in dilution, non sensitising. May be advisable to avoid in pregnancy due to psychological link with abortions.

Colds & Infections generally - Antimicrobial, Antiseptic, Tonic
Gout - Detoxifying, Circulatory stimulant, Diuretic
UTIs - Antimicrobial, Diuretic, Detoxifying, Tonic

Question 6

BLACK SPRUCE

Botanical name
Hazards?
3 Indications & relevant Actions

Answer 6

Picea mariana

Delta-3-carene found in oxidised oil can cause sensitivity issues - use Fresh!

Adrenal exhaustion (Chronic stress, CFS, Meno) - Adrenal tonic, Nervine
Asthma - Antispasmodic, Anti-inflammatory, Tonic
UG system weakness - UG system tonic, Nervine.

Question 7

SANDALWOOD

Botanical name
Hazards?
3 Indications & relevant Actions

Answer 7

Santalum album

Non toxic, non irritant in dilution, non sensitising

Laryngitis - Antiphlogistic, Antiseptic, Sedative, Tonic
Palpitations, stress-related - Antispasmodic, Sedative, Tonic
UG infections & inflammations - Antiphlogistic, Antiseptic, Bactericidal, Tonic