“Smell is a potent wizard that transports you across thousands of miles and all the years you have lived.”
_ Helen Keller _
Essential Oils (A – C)
ANISEED Illicium verum ( Central Asia )–Uplifting, room freshener, coughs & colds, saltwater fish attractant (illegal for use in fresh water).
BASIL Ocimum basilicum ( Central Asia )–Mental stimulant, useful concentration aid, settles digestion, nerve tonic.
BERGAMOT Citrus aurantium ( Sicily )–Relaxing and refreshing, soothes nerves, helpful with headaches & muscle aches, natural deoderant, blends well in perfumes, useful in treating acne, handy for cold sores.
BLACK PEPPER Piper nigrum ( India )–therapeutic, supports healthy circulation, aids digestion, soothes anxious feelings.
CAJPUT Melaleuca cajeputi ( Central Asia )–Antiseptic & expectorant, useful against viral infections, used for colds & flu, clears bronchitis, warming.
CAMPHOR, WHITE Cinnamomum camphora ( China )–Anti-inflammatory & decongestant, used in balms & rubs, produces a cool sensation, makes an excellent insect repellant (especially for flies).
CEDARWOOD Cedrus atlantica ( North Africa )–Anti-stress, use in massage blends, useful for coughs & colds, air freshener, insect repellent.
CHAMOMILE, ROMAN Anthemis nobilis ( United Kingdom )–Refreshes & calms, relaxing, aids digestion, useful against dermatitis, used to treat eczema.
CINNAMON LEAF Cinnamomum zeylanicum ( Central Asia )–Pick-me-up & stress relief, antiseptic & disinfectant, warming, useful insect repellent, useful in mouthwash, used in foot soak & facial scrub.
CITRONELLA Cymbopogan ( China )–Insect repellent, helps relieve stress & anxiety, deodorant.
CLARY SAGE Salvia sclarea ( Bulgaria )–Soothing and relaxing, anti-depressant, used during menstruation, calming during childbirth, menopausal aid.
Essential Oils (C – L)
CLOVE BUD Syzgium aromaticum ( Indonesia )–Pain relief for sore teeth, antiseptic, insect repellent. (Possible skin irritant)
CLOVE LEAF Eugenia caryophyllata ( Indonesia )–Relieves pain in sore muscles, warming, anti-fungal, insect repellent.
CYPRESS Cupressus sempervirens ( France )–Relaxant, aids circulation, soothes joint pain, tones skin.
EUCALYPTUS Eucalyptus globulus ( Australia )–Antiseptic & anti-inflammatory, clears blocked nose, clears chest congestion, muscle & joint pain, soothes insect bites, used as a cleaner.
FENNEL, SWEET Foeniculum vulgare ( East Asia )–Digestive aid, stimulating, relieves indigestion, gas & constipation.
FIR NEEDLE Abies alba ( Europe )–Anti-microbial, soothing to chest & muscles, air freshener.
FRANKINCENSE Boswellia serrata ( India )–Relaxant, relieves stress, antiseptic, skin tonic.
GERANIUM Pelargonium graveolens ( Egypt )–Balancing, anti-depressant, nourishes & re-hydrates dry & mature skin.
GINGER Zingiber officinale ( India )–Stimulant, relieves arthritis, useful for colds, relieves nausea & muscular pain.
GRAPEFRUIT, PINK Citrus paradisi ( France )–Uplifting & refreshing, anti-depressant, useful against acne & oily skin, excellent in diffusers, refreshes & disinfects kitchen, bathroom & laundry.
JUNIPER BERRY Juniperus officinale ( Himalaya )–Stimulating, useful as diuretic, astringent properties, cleaning.
KANUKA Kunzea ericoides ( New Zealand )–Anti-microbial.
LAVENDER Lavendula angustifolia ( New Zealand / Bulgaria / England )–Promotes sleep, antiseptic, used in perfumes & diffusers, insect repellent, helps burns & sunburn, treats headaches.
Essential Oils (L – P)
LEMON GRASS Cymbopogon flexuosus ( India )–Antiseptic & refreshing, uplifting, insect repellent, sprains & bruises.
LEMON Citrus limon ( Italy )–Refreshing & invigorating, room freshener when used in diffuser, treats hayfever & colds, antiseptic for bathroom & kitchen, to use as antiseptic in laundry add to final rinse.
LIME Citrus aurantifolia ( Mexico )–Refreshing and uplifting, antiseptic & antiviral, stress relief, insect repellent.
MANDARIN Citrus reticulata ( Australia )–Intensely sweet citrus aroma, mild sedative, in baths & massages for children, stretch marks & cellulite.
MAY CHANG Litsea cubebe ( China )–Deodorant, less stress & anxiety, used in perfumery.
MYRRH Commiphora myrra ( North Africa )–Antiseptic & anti-inflammatory, astringent properties, treatment for wounds, useful against haemorrhoids, treatment of mouth ulcers.
NUTMEG Myristica fragrans( Indonesia )–Detoxification, relieve stress, sleeping aid, muscular aches & pains.
ORANGE, SWEET Citrus sinensis ( Brazil )–Relaxing, refreshing in diffuser, tonic for depression.
OREGANO Origanum valgare ( Europe )–Anti-microbial on minor cuts & abrasions.
PALMAROSA Cymbopogon martini ( Nepal/India )–Similar aroma to Lemongrass, moisturising & balancing, rejuvinates skin, digestive & nervous systems.
PATCHOULI Pogostemon cablin ( Indonesia )–Relaxing & sensual, anti-depressent, perfume & massage, deodorant, insect repellent.
PEPPERMINT Menthe piperita ( India )–Relaxing & invigorating, cooling, use for colds, migraines & headaches, sore feet, sea & travel sickness, rid blowflies, ants & mice.
Essential Oils (P – Y)
PETITGRAIN Citrus aurantium ssp amara ( Italy )–Uplifting & calming, acne, fatigue, oily skin, stress.
PINE Pinus spp ( Russia )–Medicinal, respiratory problems, stress, skin care, room deodoriser, deters fleas.
ROSE GERANIUM Pelargonium graveolens ( Albania )–Balancing & nourishing.
ROSEMARY Rosemarinus officinalis ( France )–Muscle relaxant, strengthens memory, colds & bronchitis, headaches, hair.
SAGE Salvia lavandulaefolia ( Spanish )–Arthritis & rheumatism, coughs & asthma, muscular pains.
SANDALWOOD, WEST INDIAN Amyris balsamifera ( Haiti )–Relaxing & soothing, antiseptic, sedative.
SPEARMINT Menthe spicata ( United States )–Uplifting, great in diffusers, rids blowflies.
TANGERINE Citrus reticulata var. tangerine ( United States )–Good in relaxing tonics, acne and oily skin, stretch marks.
TEA TREE / MANUKA ( Leptospermum scoparium ( New Zealand )–Powerful antiseptic, disinfectant & anti-bacterial on wounds, acne, athletes foot, insect bites, dandruff.
THYME, RED Thymus vulgaris ( Spain )–Antiseptic & disinfectant, stimulant, revives tired muscles, good for cold & flu.
VETIVER Vertiveria zizaniodes ( Indonesia )–The “Oil of Tranquility”, calming & soothing, treats arthritis, rheumetism & muscular pain, hormonal regulation.
WINTERGREEN Gaultheria procumbens ( China )–Pain relief, massage, sore muscles,prevents infection, warming.
YLANG YLANG Canago odorata genuina ( France )–Calming, anti-depressant, sedative, sensual & exotic, diffusers, bath oils & perfumes.
Oil Blends
BREATHE EASY Tea Tree, White Thyme, Eucalyptus–A wonderful relief for many breathing difficulties, bronchitis, coughs, colds, stuffy noses & chesty coughs.
LESS STRESS Rose, Lemon–A calming and relaxing aroma to gently seduce your senses.
RELAX NZ Lavender, Mandarin–A soothing scent perfect for calming children and adults alike.
Floral Waters & Toners
LAVENDER WATER ( New Zealand )–Soothing, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, cleansing, deodorant, anti-dandruff.
ROSE WATER ( Bulgaria )–Hydrating, relaxing,anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial.
TONER / CLEANSER Blend of NZ Lavender Water & Witch Hazel–Astringent, cleansing, hydrating, cleansing, aftershave.
Base / Carrier Oils
ALMOND, SWEET (Organic) Prunus amygdalus dulcis ( Mediterranean )–Infant massage oil, deep cleansing, make-up remover, dark under-eyes, restores hair.
ARNICA (Organic) Arnica montana flower ( infused in a Sunflower oil base )–Soothing for strained muscles and bruising.
ARGAN (Organic) Argania spinosa ( Morocco )–Hydrates, nourishes & softens skin, conditions hair, easily absorbed, relieves rashes, after-shave, nails & feet.
CASTOR (Organic) Ricinus communis–Moisture balancing, highly penetrative, warming massage oil, anti-inflammatory, anti-fungal.
FLAX SEED (Organic) Linum usitatissimum ( New Zealand )–Helps repair skin cells, moisturisers, dark circles.
GRAPE SEED (Organic) Vitus vinifera ( Spain )–Skin regeneration, absorbs easily into skin, mildly astringent, moisturises & conditions dry hair.
HEMP SEED (Organic) Cannabis sativa–Regenerates & energises, anti-inflammatory, hair & nails.
JOJOBA (Organic) Simmondsia chinensis ( South America )–Natural skin conditioner, soothes skin, makeup remover, helps prevent razor burn.
NEEM Azadirachta indica ( India )–Antioxidant, highly penetrative, soothing, insect repellent.
ROSEHIP Rosa canina ( South Africa )–Skin repair, won’t clog skin, deeply moisturises & nourishes, regenerative.
SESAME (Organic) Sesamum indicum ( India )–Moisturises & softens, strengthens hair, deeply penetrative, reducing scars & rashes, anti-inflammatory, rejuvenating & repairing.
TAMANU (Organic) Calophyllum inophyllum ( Vanuatu )–Skin rejuvenator, cell regenerator, lifts scarring, soothing, softens & moisturises.
WHEATGERM Triticum vulgare ( USA )–Moisturising & rejuvenating, readily absorbed, dry skin conditions, good for scars, wrinkles & stretch marks.
WITCH HAZEL (Organic) Hamamelis virginiana–Astringent, useful against itching, swelling, varicose veins, haemorrhoids, soothes bruising, insect bites, nappy rash & burns, useful for deodorant.