“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.
BOIS DE ROSE ( India )–Mood lifter, reduces stress, insect repellent, air freshener.
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 BARK Cinnamomum zeylanicum ( Central Asia )–Anti-microbial & anti-bacterial, relieves aches and pains, used in diffusers and sprays, excellent xmas aroma when mixed with citrus oils.
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 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 MESSINA 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.
MARJORAM Origanum majorana ( Egypt )–Calming, relieves tension & insomnia, warming.
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.
PEPPERMENT 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 (Organic) Leptospermum scoparium ( New Zealand )–Powerful antiseptic, disinfectant & anti-bacterial on wounds, acne, athletes foot, insect bites, dandruff.
THYME, WHITE Thymus vulgaris ( Spain )–Antiseptic & disinfectant, stimulant, revives tired muscles, good for cold & flu.
VERTIVER 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.
CINNILLA Cinnamon, Vanilla–A divine blend of aromas to use in your diffuser, bath, perfume or body oil.
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.
APRICOT KERNEL (Organic) Prunus armeniaca ( Turkey )–Moisturising, soothing, rich & nourishing, easily absorbed.
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.
BLACK CUMIN SEED Nigella sativa ( India )–Soothes inflammation, protects & repairs hair, skin & nails.
CANOLA / RAPESEED Brassica napus ( New Zealand )–Can help with skin problems.
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.
