Analgesic (Pain Killer): Active, Basil, Clove, Coriander, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Relief, Rosemary, Thyme, Ylang Ylang
Anesthetic: Clove, Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Relief, Thyme
Anti-aging (wrinkles): Frankincense, Myrrh, Repair, Smooth
Anti-bacterial: Basil, Clean, Clove, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Lemongrass, Myrrh, Orange, Oregano, Peppermint, Rosemary, Thyme
Anti-biotic - Oregano, Guardian
Anti-diaherral: Clove, Digest
Anti-depressant: Basil, Clary Sage, Escape, Geranium, Grapefruit, Joy, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Orange, Rosemary
Antiemetic (prevents nausea): Basil, Clove, Coriander, Digest, Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint
Anti-fungal: Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Myrrh, Oregano, Tea Tree, Thyme,
Anti-histaminic (relieves allergies): Allergy3, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint
Anti-inflammatory: Active, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Lemongrass, Oregano, Peppermint, Relief, Rosemary
Anti-lithic (prevent kidney stones): Frankincense, Geranium, Lemon, Rosemary
Anti-migraine: Basil, Eucalyptus, Grapefruit, Lavender, Migraine, Peppermint, Relief, Roman Chamomile, Thyme
Anti-neuralgic (reduces nerve pain): Active, Clove, Lavender, Peppermint, Relief, Rosemary
Anti-parasitic (destroys parasites): Clove, Eucalyptus
Anti-pruritic (anti-itch): Geranium, Lavender, Repair, Roman Chamomile
Anti-sclerotic (prevents tissue hardening): Lemon, Rosemary, Tea tree
Anti-septic: Basil, Clean, Clove, Eucalyptus, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Oregano, Tea Tree, Thyme, Ylang Ylang
Anti-spasmodic (prevent muscle spasm): Active, Basil, Clove, Coriander, Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Orange, Rosemary, Peppermint, Thyme
Anti-sudorific (reduces perspiration): Lemongrass
Anti-toxic (counteracts poison): Basil, Coriander, Lemon, Orange, Oregano, Rosemary
Anti-tussive (relieves cough): Clear, Basil, Frankincense, Geranium, Myrrh, Peppermint
Anti-viral: Basil, Clove, Eucalyptus, Guardian, Orange, Oregano, Peppermint, Rosemary, Tea Tree
Aphrodisiac: Clove, Coriander, Geranium, Ylang Ylang
Appetite Suppressant : Coriander, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Orange
Astringent (constricts secretions or bleeding): Lemongrass, Clary Sage, Geranium, Lemon, Peppermint, Rosemary, Tea Tree
Balsamic (soothing): Lavender, Roman Chamomile
Cardiotonic (stimulates heart): Basil, Oregano, Peppermint, Rosemary
Carminative (relieves gas and colic): Basil, Clary Sage, Clove, Coriander, Digest, Frankincense, Lemon, Oregano, Peppermint, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary, Thyme
Decongestant: Basil, Clary Sage, Clear, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Lemon, Lime, Orange, Oregano, Rosemary, Tea Tree
Deodorant: Eucalyptus, Geranium, Lemongrass, Tea Tree
Digestive (Antacid): Basil, Clary Sage, Coriander, Digest, Frankincense, Lemon, Myrrh, Oregano, Peppermint, Rosemary
Disinfectant: Clean, Clove, Eucalyptus, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime Orange, Oregano, Rosemary, Tea Tree
Diuretic (produces urine): Basil, Clary Sage, Coriander, Lemon, Lemongrass, Myrrh, Rosemary, Thyme
Emmenogogue (induces menstrual flow): Basil, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Lavender, Myrrh, Oregano, Peppermint, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary, Thyme
Emollient (moisturizer): Lavender, Orange, Peppermint
Estrogenic (having the effects of estrogen): Basil, Clary Sage, Coriander, Flash, Geranium, Ladies, Lemongrass
Expectorant (discharge of fluid of respiratory tract): Basil, Clary Sage, Clear, Clove, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Orange, Oregano, Rosemary, Thyme
Febrifuge (reduce fever): Basil, Eucalyptus, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Roman Chamomile, Tea Tree, Thyme
Hemostatic (arrests bleeding or hemorrhage): Geranium, Frankincense, Lemon, Lime
Hepatic (aiding the liver): Basil, Clary Sage, Lemon, Peppermint, Rosemary
Hypnotic (induce sleep): Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Ylang Ylang
Insecticide: Basil, Clove, Eucalyptus, Nature, Peppermint, Repel, Tea Tree, Thyme
Laxative: Basil, Lemon, Orange, Oregano, Rosemary
Nervine (relieves disorders of the nerves): Lavender, Orange, Peppermint, Roman Chamomile
Regenerator: Eucalyptus, Escape, Grapefruit, Joy Lemon, Lime, Orange
Rejuvenator: Coriander, Escape, Joy, Lemongrass, Lemon, Peppermint, Rosemary
Relaxant: Coriander, Frankincense, Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary, Sleep, Ylang Ylang
Sedative: Basil, Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Sleep, Ylang Ylang
Stimulant: Basil, Eucalyptus, Lemongrass, Orange, Peppermint, Rosemary, Thyme
Stomachic (stimulates digestion): Basil, Digest, Lemon, Oregano, Peppermint, Rosemary
Tonic: Basil, Frankincense, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Rosemary, Thyme
Vermifuge (destroys intestinal worms and parasites): Clove, Geranium, Oregano, Peppermint
Vulnerary (used for healing wounds): Clove, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Repair, Roman Chamomile, Rosemary, Thyme
Frankincense - arthritis, mental clarity, anti-infectious, nervousness, dizziness, depression, cold and flu, inflammation, seizures, anti-tumoral, migraines, degenerative eyes, scars and wounds, wrinkles, acne, circulation, hemorrhoids, urinary tract and menstruation.
Lavender - calming, soothing, cuts, scrapes, rashes, sunburn, hair growth, sleep aid, burns, insect bites, asthma, hay fever, headaches, relieve stress, depression and earaches.
Lemon - anemia, detoxification, cleanse, depression, gout, high blood pressure, sore throat, disinfectant, acid reflux, digestion, cooking, insect repellent, warts, mouth sores, nosebleeds, degrease hair or skin, scar tissue.
Oregano - antibiotic, antiviral, colds, flu, athlete's foot, MRSA, urinary tract infections, yeast infections, parasites, skin tags and warts.
Peppermint - headache, allergies, asthma, colds, flu, indigestion, fever, sinus congestion, sore muscles, mental stimulation, IBS, fatigue/energy, bad breath/gum disease, vertigo/dizziness, nausea, sunburn.
Tea Tree - anti-fungal, antiviral, acne, ear infections, athlete's foot, fever, dandruff, Candida, anti-inflammatory, eczema, psoriasis and immune system support.
Active - inflammation, sprains, joint pain, arthritic pain, migraines, muscle aches and body pain.
Clear - asthma, allergies, cough, bronchitis, cold, flu and congestion.
Digest- IBS, constipation, acid reflux, stomachache, diarrhea, heartburn, indigestion and motion sickness.
Guardian - immune system booster, mold, sore throat, viruses, MRSA, antibacterial.
Basil - this is used to sharpen concentration and alleviate some of the symptoms of depression. Also used to relieve headaches and migraines. Alleviates arthritis and respiratory issues.
Clary Sage - depression, regulates menstruation and hormones, respiratory aid.
Clove - a topical analgesic (painkiller) commonly used for toothache. It is also used as an antispasmodic, antiemetic (prevents vomiting and nausea) and carminative (prevents gas). Alleviates arthritis, respiratory issues, cold/flu, diarrhea, bad breath.
Coriander - digestion, colic, hiccups, diarrhea, gas, heartburn, nausea, anorexia (stimulates appetite), arthritis, chronic fatigue syndrome, gout, aches and pains, cellulite, facial tension/TMJ, migraines, estrogen production/PMS, deodorant.
Eucalyptus - often used for relief of the airways for people who have a cold, flu or asthma. Alleviates shingles/chicken pox, arthritis. Insect Repellent and cleaner.
Geranium - this is commonly used as a diuretic (makes you get rid of water), astringent (draws together or constricts body tissues and is effective in stopping the flow of blood or other secretions), and antiseptic. Alleviates eczema, athletes foot, respiratory issues, frostbite/chilblains, acne, menstruation and menopause. Works as an insect repellent and aphrodisiac.
Grapefruit - acne, antibacterial, arthritis, cellulite, cleansing, depression, detoxification, weight loss.
Lemongrass - cleaner, pet care (ticks/fleas), digestive tract spasms, stomachache, high blood pressure, convulsions, pain, vomiting, cough, achy joints (rheumatism), fever, the common cold, and exhaustion. It is also used to kill germs and as a mild astringent. Relieves headache, stomachache, abdominal pain, and muscle pain.
Lime - acne, arthritis, bleeding/wounds, cold/cough, cleanse, detoxification, depression, deodorant, fever, gout, varicose veins.
Myrrh - anti-aging, wrinkles, digestive, expectorant/congestion, athletes foot, wound care, dry skin, hemorrhoids.
Orange - acne, fever/chills, cold/cough, constipation, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, joint pain/gout, eczema/psoriasis.
Rosemary - great for skin and hair. Effective against acne, asthma, arthritis, constipation/diarrhea, depression, indigestion, herpes virus/sores and Alzheimer's.
Thyme - said to help fatigue, nervousness and stress. Alleviates acne/oily skin, warts, eczema, arthritis, joint pain/gout, sprains/sports injuries, asthma/cough, chills, gum infections, sore throat, insomnia.
Ylang Ylang - aphrodisiac, sleep aid, circulation, hair growth, high blood pressure, nausea/food poisoning.
CITRUS - Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Orange
FLORAL - Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Ylang Ylang
HERBAL- Basil, Clove, Coriander, Lemongrass, Oregano, Rosemary, Thyme
CAMPHOR - Eucalyptus, Peppermint, Tea Tree
RESINOUS - Frankincense, Myrrh
*100% NATURAL DOES NOT MEAN 100% SAFE *
The following is a list of oils universally accepted as being UNSUITABLE for use during pregnancy, labor or nursing:
Anise Seed, Basil, Birch, Camphor, Cinnamon, Clove, Cypress, Fennel, Hyssop, Juniper, Marjoram, Myrrh, Parsley, Pennyroyal, Peppermint, Pine, Rose, Rosemary, Sage, Tansy, Tarragon, Thyme, Wintergreen.
Jasmine (use from 36th week) and Melissa (use from 36th week)
ninemonths.com.au (pregnancy tips)
WebMD.com
Organicfacts.net
herbbee.com (glossary of aromatherapy terms)
