essential oils
bergamot
• energising & fresh, brings relief to tense & stressed bodies• antiseptic & wound healing properties
citronella
• powerful antiseptic • great insect repellent
eucalyptus
• excellent decongestant & respiratory antiseptic when used in vapourisation or steam inhalation
geranium
• antiseptic, astingent and skin healing properties • helps regulate sebum production • balancing, levelling & nurturing oil
ginger
• helps dispel travel sickness, morning sickness and indigestion
grapefruit
• clarifying & cleansing, useful in treatment of cellulite • tones & tightens enlarged pores
juniper berry
• invigorating & energising • astringent for oily skin & acne
• diurectic
lavender
• relaxing, encourages sleep • for relief of symptoms of headache, stress, tension, insomnia • anti inflammatory, antiseptic, rapid healer • calming & soothing for inflamed skin, relieves itching
lemon
• enlivening, antiseptic, astringent & mild circulatory stimulating properties • purifying - used to treat oily & congested skin
lemongrass
• head clearing & tangy • fights infection • cleansing deodorant
lime
• fresh & reviving, cools hot bodies • welcoming for children
• refresher & astringent, used to treat oily skin
mandarin
• used in prevention of stretch marks in a massage oil base
• cheery & strengthening
marjoram
• powerfully relaxing, herbal calmer helps restless sleepers
• soothing in a bath for muscular pains
orange
• gentle & soothing, gives relief to restlessness due to stress
• jubilant & replenishing
palmarosa
• uskin healing & hydrating properties
patchouli
• regenerative & anti inflammatory properties
• calming & grounding
peppermint
• clearing & cooling • used to relieve wide range of skin inflammation, itching or irrritations • regulates temperatures of fevers
petitgrain
• soothing, provides support & endurance in convalescence
• useful in treatment of acne, oily skin & excessive perspiration
rosemary
• awakening & rousing aroma helps you focus
• stimulates the circulation & is astringent, traditionally used in hair & scalp treatments
rosewood
• clearing & centring, brings clarity • excellent for use during long hours of travel & jetlag
sandalwood
• strengthening & protective aroma • antiseptic & hydrating properties
• encourages retention of moisture within skin layers
spearmint
• antacid, short term reliaf of hangover, morning sickness & travel sickness
tangerine
• used in prevention of stretch marks in a massage oil base
• cheery & strengthening
tea tree
• anti fungal & wound healing properties, effective insect repellent
• used in treatment of acne, cold sores, rashes
• eases symptoms of colds & flu
peppermint
• clearing & cooling • cused to relieve wide range of skin inflammation, itching or irrritations • regulates temperatures of fevers
ylang ylang
• exotic & captivating scent • pacifying rescue remedy at times of extreme levels of stress • antiseptic properties & has a balancing efffect on sebum production, suitable for both oily & dry skin types
• also used to promote healthy hair growth & improve scalp conditions