Oil Profiles

Aromatherapy makes use of different types of essential oils for curing different problems.



Essential oils are extracted natural plants and herbs found the in nature. Discovered in the year 1930 by a French scientist it heals people using the aromas of different plants and herbs. Since essential oils are natural and herbal they are completely safe and do not have any negative side effects.

Below are the profiles of some essential oils.

Angelica Root:

Its botanical name is Angelica archangelica.



It is extracted by steam distillation. Its colour is pale yellow and it’s a thin liquid. It is mainly use for dull skin, exhaustion, gout, toxin buildup, water retention etc. It is phototoxic therefore should be avoided during pregnancy and diabetes.

Anise:

Its Botanical Name is Pimpinella anisum.



It is extracted by steam Distillation. Its colour is clear and it is a thin liquid. It is used for Bronchitis, colds, coughs, flatulence, flu, muscle aches, rheumatism. Those who have hypersensitive skin should avoid using it.



It should also be avoided in endometriosis and estrogen-dependent cancers. It is narcotic and slows circulation if taken in large doses.

Basil:

Its botanical name is Ocimum basilicum. It is extracted by steam Distillation. Its colour is clear and it is a thin liquid.



It can be used for Bronchitis, colds, coughs, exhaustion, flatulence, flu, gout, insect bites, insect repellent, muscle aches, rheumatism, and sinusitis. High doses of basil may be carcinogenic due to its methyl chavicol content.  It should be avoided during pregnancy and liver problems.

Cedarwood Atlas:

Its botanical name is cedrus atlantica. It is extracted by steam Distillation.



It is light golden yellow in colour and a medium oily liquid. It could be used for Acne, arthritis, bronchitis, coughing, cystitis, dandruff, dermatitis, stress.  It should be avoided during pregnancy.

Eucalyptus:

Its botanical name is eucalyptus globules. It is extracted by steam Distillation. Its colour is clear and it is a thin liquid. It could be used for Arthritis, bronchitis, catarhh, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation, and sinusitis. It is very toxic when taken orally.