ESSENTIAL OILS
Before the Scientific Revolution, before laboratories churned out pills and ointments for every ailment under the sun, there were plants. And ancient civilizations knew how to use them strategically to treat common ailments and pains.
Today, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 80 percent of the world’s population still uses traditional remedies derived from plants. Meanwhile, the majority of new drugs prescribed in the US are derived from natural products, primarily plants. The use of essential oils never ceased, but the Scientific Revolution minimized the popularity and use of essential oils in one's everyday life.
The list below consists of the essential oils I use with the traditional and historic uses attributed to them.
Blue Tansy Essential Oil ( InBalance Tranquility )
Traditional and Historical Uses
analgesic - an agent for producing analgesia which is insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
nervine - a nerve tonic that acts therapeutically upon the nerves, of a sedative that serves to calm ruffled nerves
Basil Essential Oil ( InBalance Pain Management; Tension Migraine Interrupter )
Traditional and Historical Uses
analgesic -an agent for producing analgesia which is insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
nervine - a nerve tonic that acts therapeutically upon the nerves, of a sedative that serves to calm ruffled nerves
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
Cinnamon Essential Oil (InBalance Apple Aday )
Traditional and Historical Uses
antibacterial - bacteria inhibitor
immuneostimulant - an agent that stimulates an immune response
antiviral - acting, effective, or directed against viruses
Clove Essential Oil ( InBalance Pain Management; Apple Aday; Tension Migraine Interrupter)
Traditional and Historical Uses
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
anti-neuralgic - capable of relieving paroxysmal nerve pain.
analgesic - an agent for producing analgesia which is insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
Cypress Essential Oil ( InBalance Pain Management )
Traditional and Historical Uses
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
sedative - tending to calm, moderate, or tranquilize nervousness or excitement
astringent - causing contraction of soft organic tissues
Eucalyptus Essential Oil ( InBalance Pain Management; Apple Aday )
Traditional and Historical Uses
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
analgesic - an agent for producing analgesia which is insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
Grapefruit Essential Oil ( InBalance Tension Migraine Interrupter )
Traditional and Historical Uses
antidepressant - used or tending to relieve or prevent psychic depression
nervine - a nerve tonic that acts therapeutically upon the nerves, of a sedative that serves to calm ruffled nerves
Helichrysum Essential Oil ( )
Traditional and Historical Uses
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
analgesic - an agent for producing analgesia which is insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
Japanese Peppermint Essential Oil ( InBalance Pain Management )
Traditional and Historical Uses
nervine - a nerve tonic that acts therapeutically upon the nerves, of a sedative that serves to calm ruffled nerves
analgesic - an agent for producing analgesia which is insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
Lavender Essential Oil ( InBalance Pain Management; InBalance Tranquility )
Traditional and Historical Uses :
analgesic - an agent for producing analgesia which is insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
anticonvulsive - used or tending to control or to prevent convulsions
anti-inflamatory - counteracting inflammation
antispamodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
Lemon Balm Essential Oil ( InBalance Pain Management )
Traditional and Historical Uses
nervine - a nerve tonic that acts therapeutically upon the nerves, of a sedative that serves to calm ruffled nerves
sedative - tending to calm, moderate, or tranquilize nervousness or excitement
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
Lemon Essential Oil ( InBalance Pain Management; Apple Aday )
Traditional and Historical Uses
anti-rheumatic - pertaining to the relief of symptoms of any painful or immobilizing disorder of the musculoskeletal system.
analgesic - an agent for producing analgesia which is insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
Orange Essential Oil ( InBalance Tranquility; Tension Migraine Interrupter )
Traditional and Historical Uses
sedative - tending to calm, moderate, or tranquilize nervousness or excitement
antidepressant - used or tending to relieve or prevent psychic depression
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
Patchouli Essential Oil ( InBalance Tranquility; Tension Migraine Interrupter )
Traditional and Historical Uses
sedative - tending to calm, moderate, or tranquilize nervousness or excitement
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
anti-toxic - counteracting toxins
astringent - causing contraction of soft organic tissues
Rosemary Essential Oil ( InBalance Apple Aday )
Traditional and Historical Uses
antibacterial - bacteria inhibitor
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
immuneostimulant - an agent that stimulates an immune response
Spearmint Essential Oil ( Tension Migraine Interrupter )
Traditional and Historical Uses
antibacterial - bacteria inhibitor
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
antidepressant - used or tending to relieve or prevent psychic depression
Tangerine Essential Oil ( InBalance Tranquility )
Traditional and Historical Uses
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
sedative - tending to calm, moderate, or tranquilize nervousness or excitement
Tea Tree Essential Oil ( InBalance Pain Management )
Traditional and Historical Uses
analgesic - an agent for producing analgesia which is insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
Wintergreen Essential Oil ( )
Traditional and Historical Uses
anti-inflammatory - counteracting inflammation
analgesic - an agent for producing analgesia which is insensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
antiheumatic - alleviating or preventing rheumatism
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil ( InBalance Tranquility; Tension Migraine Interrupter )
Traditional and Historical Uses
nervine - a nerve tonic that acts therapeutically upon the nerves, of a sedative that serves to calm ruffled nerves
antispasmodic - capable of preventing or relieving spasms or convulsions
sedative - tending to calm, moderate, or tranquilize nervousness or excitement
Carrier Oils :
Almond Oil - Contains Vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, D, E, as well as calcium, iron, magnesium, omega 3, omega 6, omega 9, and zinc. An antioxidant, Almond Oil aids in keeping the proper moisture balance of the skin
Avocado Oil - Contains Vitamins A, B1, B2, B5, C, D, E, K, as well as lecithin, squalane, omega 3, omega 6, omega 9, palmitic acid. Healing properties due to powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, deeply hydrating and compatible with our sebum.
Fractionated Coconut Oil - Vitamin E, triglyceride, lauric acid. Retains moisture, evens skin tone, softens hard and dry skin. Disinfectant and anti-microbial properties.
Grapeseed Oil - Rich in vitamins especially Vitamin C & E it is also an antioxidant. It is a polyunsaturated fat and is 68%-76% linoleic acid (omega 6 essential fatty acid) which is important for healthy skin and for cellular membranes. Good for all skin types and is odorless.
Jojoba Oil - NOT a nut oil; Vitamin B5, E, myristic acid, omega 9, copper, zinc. Penetrates the skin very rapidly and is excellent for nourishing all skin types. Also an anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antifungal, and antibacterial.
Sesame Seed Oil - A natural source of vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin E, calcium, and magnesium. Also a good source of natural antioxidants due to the high content of vitamin C.
Squalane - Vitamin A. 94% pure olive oil, an antioxidant that is deeply moisturizing. Repairing, moisture retention and prevents age spots. Antimicrobial.
Sunflower Oil - Vitamins A, B, D, E, K, omega 6, omega 9, squalane, lecithin, zinc. Easily absorbed adding a nice protective layer to assist in retaining moisture.
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