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Herbal Oils
The following is a list of my favorite herbal oils, and some of their more common uses.
Always consult your doctor or physician before attempting to use any herb or oil.
This list is purely for informational purposes.
Achillea oil -
Anti-inflammatory and hemostatic. Good against hypertension, insomnia and hemorrhoids. For gynecological diseases and neuralgia.
Angelica oil -
Carminative and relaxing. For heart, respiratory and skin problems, anorexia, asthma, stomach ulcer, arthritis and psoriasis.
Aniseed oil -
Emenagogue, antispasmodic and tonic. For menstruation, menopause's disease, dyspepsia, colitis, asthmatic bronchitis and tachycardia.
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Bassilicum oil -
Tonic, refreshing, memory boosting and insectifuge. For headaches, insomnia, depression and nervous tension.
Balsam (Peru) oil -
Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, disinfectant. For wounds and stomach ulcer.
Balsam (Tolu) oil -
Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, excretory and antitussive.
Benzoin oil -
Excretory, calefacient, pulmonic and antiseptic. For acne, eczema, psoriasis, coughs and bad blood circulation.
Bergamot oil -
Refreshing, tonic and calming. For stress, depression, insomnia, skin disorders and digestive conditions.
Bitter Almond oil -
Aromatic. Can cause eruption of the skin
Bitter Orange oil -
Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, styptic, antibacterial, fungicide, stomachic and laxative. For stomachic problems, enteric fermentation, constipation, acne, greasy skin and dyspepsia.
Balsam (Canada) oil -
Antiseptic and relaxing. For asthma, bronchitis, dejection and sore throat.
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Cajeput oil -
Antiseptic, calefacient. For respiratory infections, varicose veins and hemorrhoids.
Cardamon oil -
Antiseptic, diuretic emmenagogue and dilating for blood vessels. For digestive system, bronchitis and enteric convulsion.
Carrot (seed) oil -
Antiseptic, diuretic, dilating for blood vessels and Emenagogue. For dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, rheumatism, arthritis, anemia, dyspepsia, anorexia, colic, and menstruation's problems. It refreshes mature skin and relieves menstruation's pain.
Cedar oil -
Insectifuge, antiseptic, calming, aphrodisiac, diuretic, styptic and fungicide. For acne, greasy skin, dandruff, hair loss, cough, bronchitis, cystitis, leucorrhoea, nervous tension and genitals' itching. It helps hair regrowing and invigorates blood circulation.
Chamomile (Blue) oil -
Calming, refreshing, antiseptic and emollient. For skin infections and stomach derangement.
Chamomile (Roman) oil -
Calming, relaxant and antiseptic. For asthma and enteric parasites.
Clove oil -
Anti-infectious, antispasmodic, insectifuge, anti-fungicide and tonic. For migraine, vertigo, stress, toothache, acne, wounds, burns, sprains, colic, sea sickness and dyspepsia.
Cinnamon oil -
Antiseptic and antibacterial. For diarrhea, dyspepsia, bad blood circulation and rheumatism.
Citronella oil -
Cardiologic, antispasmodic, calming, insectifuge and anti-louse. For rheumatism, insomnia, stress, depression, otitis, arthritis, various colic and pelvis pain.
Cistus oil -
Styptic, relaxing and calming. For elder skin and wrinkles.
Coriander oil -
Calefacient, tonic and peptic. For stress and insomnia.
Cumin oil -
Calefacient, tonic, and antiseptic. For dyspepsia, enteric convulsions and insomnia.
Cypress oil -
Deodorant, styptic, diuretic, calming and refreshing. For asthma, bronchitis, cellulite, greasy skin, phlebitis, suppuration, gynecological and circulation problems.
Calendula oil -
Anti-bleeding, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, styptic, cicatrizing and fungicide. For burns, wounds, eczema, greasy skin, skin inflammation and eruption and against bites of insects.
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Elecampane oil -
Bactericidal, antifungal and anti-parasitic. For mycosis, bronchitis and anemia.
Eucalyptus oil -
Antiseptic, analgesic, pesticide. For flu, cold, sinusitis, laryngitis, cough, coxalgia, neuralgia, rheumatism and mental lucidity.
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Fennel seed oil -
Alleviative, anti-parasitic, purge and against enteric fermentations. For all gynecological problems, water retention and cystitis.
Fir (Black) oil -
Antimicrobial, ejaculatory and tonic. For rheumatism, respiratory diseases, flu, cough and stress.
Fir (Siberian) oil -
Antiseptic and refreshing. For acne and bronchitis.
Frankincense oil -
Refreshing, anti-inflammatory and immunize. For asthma and bronchitis.
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Ginger oil -
Calefacient and peptic. For sea sickness and various enteric diseases.
Grape - Fruit oil -
Antioxidant and antispasmodic. For cellulite, obesity and urine retention.
Geranium oil -
Circulation tonic, anti-ageing, styptic, anti-cellulite, homoeostatic and insectifuge. For stress, nervousness, urine retention, cellulite, hemorrhoids, greasy skin, menopause's and gynecological problems.
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Helichrysum oil -
For wounds, burns, thrombosis, cirrhosis and acne. It helps circulation and cholesterol problems.
Hypericum oil -
Styptic, calming, soothing and anti-inflammatory. For enteric inflammation, healing internal and external injuries, various pains (back, neck, muscle). Also for greasy hair and dandruff.
Hyssop oil -
Antiseptic. For blood dialysis, tonsillitis and pneumonia.
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Jasmine oil -
Relaxing, calming and aphrodisiac. For headache, menstrual period, dejection and nervous fatigue.
Juniper oil -
Anti-rheumatic, anti-toxic, Emenagogue and tonic. For nervous strain, stress, gynecological diseases, arteriosclerosis, rheumatism, cellulite and obesity.
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Laurel oil -
Insectifuge, antiseptic, diuretic, bactericide, fungicide, tonic and refreshing. For rheumatism, wounds and hematoma.
Lemon oil -
Refreshing, stimulating, antimicrobial, febrifuge, diuretic, antitoxic, homoeostatic and antiseptic. For rheumatism, digestive and hepatic problems, greasy skin, arthritis, varicose veins, cellulite, obesity, brittle nails, flu, fever, sniffles and dyspepsia.
Lemongrass oil -
Analgesic, antidepressant, antiseptic and insecticidal. For digestive and hepatic problems.
Lavender oil -
Analgesic, diuretic, styptic, refreshing, relaxing, and calming. For rheumatism, muscle's pain, colic, dyspepsia, depression, headaches, hypertension, insomnia, stress and skin diseases.
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Mandarin oil -
Calming, antispasmodic and anti-wrinkle. For acne, greasy skin, urine retention, obesity, dyspepsia, enteric problems and insomnia.
Marigold oil -
For mycosis, respiratory infections and enteric parasites.
Marjoram oil -
Calefacient, corroborant, antispasmodic and muscle booster. For arthritis, rheumatism, lumbago, colic, strains, constipation, cellulite, dyspnea, migraine, nervous tension, insomnia and dizziness.
Mastic oil -
Anti-inflammatory and antibiotic. For skin problems, arthritis, coxalgia, bronchitis and urethritis.
May Chang oil -
Antiseptic, deodorant, disinfectant, insecticidal stomachic and calming. For acne, dermatitis, sudation, bloat, dyspepsia, heart arrhythmia, hypertension and nervous tension
Melissa oil -
Antispasmodic, refreshing and calming. For chronic cough, asthma, bronchitis, colic, menopause's' problems, stress, migraines, vertigo, insomnia, hysteria and erethism.
Myrrh oil -
Tonic and anti-ageing. For dysentery, hemorrhoids and hyperthyroidism.
Myrtle oil -
For skin invigoration, greasy skin, hormone counterbalance, hemorrhoids and ovary and thyroid problems.
Manuka oil -
Antibacterial, fungicide and relaxant. For skin diseases, mycosis and psoriasis
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Neroli oil -
Refreshing, calming and nervine. For parasites, hemorrhoids, exhaustion and depression.
Niaouli oil -
Antiseptic, anti-allergic against viruses. For otitis, laryngitis and hormone problems.
Nutmeg oil -
Peptic, calefacient, antioxidant and analgesic. For bloat, dyspepsia, sea sickness and muscle pain.
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Orange oil -
Calming, antispasmodic and anti-wrinkle. For skin care, obesity, fluid retention, obesity, constipation, nervous tension and stress.
Oregano oil -
Antiseptic, deodorant, aphrodisiac, tonic, febrifuge, peptic and pesticide. For massage (especially to painful articulations), rheumatism, cough, asthma, bronchitis and cellulite. Don not use undiluted oregano essential oil to skin.
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Petitgrain oil -
Antiseptic, deodorant, peptic and tonic. For acne, sudation, greasy skin and hair, dyspepsia, insomnia and nervous exhaustion.
Pennyroyal oil -
Tonic, insectifuge and emmenagogue.
Pepper (Black) oil -
Tonic to digestive and respiratory system, waterworks, toothache, bronchitis, rheumatism and sexual impotence.
Pepper (Red) oil -
Antiseptic. It invigorates blood circulation and helps flu healing.
Peppermint (or Mentha oil) -
Antiseptic, tonic and anti-inflammatory. For coxalgia, dyspepsia, sea sickness, fever, stress and migraine.
Patchouli oil -
Relaxing and refreshing. For dry skin, acne, eczema. It helps nervous invigoration.
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Ravensara oil -
Anti-infectious, nervine and excretory. For insomnia and invigoration of chronic fatigue of the muscles.
Rose oil -
Calming, relaxing, antidepressant and anti-wrinkle. For chronic bronchitis, asthma and sexual impotence.
Rosemary oil -
Corroborant, emmenagogue, tonic and antiseptic. For memory, and energy boosting, muscle's pain, rheumatism, bad circulation. One of the best tonic massage oils. It helps hair growing.
Rosewood oil -
Anti-ageing and tonic. For depression, fatigue and respiratory infections.
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Sage oil -
Antiseptic. For cold, fever, stomach's and peptic problems, cellulite, obesity, herpes and menstruation's problems. It is considered decongestant for blood circulation.
Salvia Sclarea oil -
Calming and antidepressant. For mental euphoria, menstruation's problems, hemorrhoids and nervous distress
Sandalwood oil -
Calming, anti-ageing and cardiologic. Considered decongestant for vein and lymph.
Savory oil -
Tonic, calefacient, aphrodisiac, antibiotic and anti-parasitic. Don't apply it undiluted to skin.
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Tarragon oil -
Calefacient and stimulating. For peptic and equilibration of the nervous system.
Tea Tree oil -
Antiseptic and local anaesthetic. For mycosis, enteric parasites and various infections.
Thuja oil -
Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and anti-bactericidal. It helps blood circulation.
Thyme oil -
Antiseptic and antibiotic. For bronchitis and otitis.
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Valerian oil -
Soporific, hypotensive and calming. For insomnia, migraine, nervous dyspepsia and dandruff.
Vanilla oil -
Aromatic, balsam and aphrodisiac.
Vitex agnus castus oil -
For gynecological and menopause problems, toothache and prostate. Used in hormonotherapy.
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Ylang Ylang oil -
Calming, antiseptic, aphrodisiac. For hypertension and skin diseases