Botanical Name:         

Pimpinella anisum

 
Plant Part:

Seed

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Spicy, warm, sweet & licorice-like

Caution:

Do not use during pregnancy. Use in moderation only.

Wellbeing/Body:

Aids bronchitis, soothes colds and coughs, eases flu sypmtoms. Relieves muscle aches, rheumatism

Blends well with:

Lavender, Orange, and Rose

Botanical Name:         

Ocimum Basilicum

 
Plant Part:

Herb / Flowering tips and leaves

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Sweet, slightly spicy, slight woody undertone

Caution:

Do not use during pregnancy. Can irritant for some sensitive skins.

Wellbeing/Body:

Refreshing, improves stamina, soothing, offfers temporary relief from headaches and migraines. Warms joints, easing stiffness and swelling. Offers relief for digestive discomfort such as nausea and stomach cramps. Useful for skin irritations such as acne, cuts and insect bites.

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, Marjoram, Sandalwood

Botanical Name:         
Citrus Aurantium

 
Plant Part:

Tree / Peel

Extraction Method:

Expression

Aroma:  

Light and delicate. Refreshing, with citrus style overtones

Caution:

Contains chemical that promotes tanning but offers no protection from burning, so avoid use when exposed to sunlight. May irritate sensitive skin.

Wellbeing/Body:

Calming qualities may help improve listlessness and anxiety. May also help prepare for more restul sleep. Relieves stomach cramps, colic and disgestive discomfort. Helps ease menstrual and premenstrual symptoms. May benefit blood circulation. 

Blends well with:

Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Patchouli, Ylang Ylang

Botanical Name:         

Piper Nigrum

 
Plant Part:

Peppercorns

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Fresh, spicy, sharp, fruity

Wellbeing:

Relieves aching muscles, arthritis, chilblains, constipation, muscle cramps. Aids poor circulation, sluggish digestion, loss of appetite. Helps resolve past emotional issues, increases alertness and improves concentration.

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang

Botanical Name:         

Cedrus Atlantica

 
Plant Part:

Tree / Branches

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Woody, rich and masculine

Caution:

High concentrations may irritate sensitive skin.

Wellbeing & Body:

Soothing and calming. Aids concentration. Warms joints, eases stiffness, may provide temporary relief for arthritic pain. Helps ease congestion. 

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary.

Botanical Name:         

Anthemis Nobilis

 
Plant Part:

Herb / Dried Flower

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Fruity, sweetish

Wellbeing:

Soothing effect helps ease tension related to anxiety and stress, brings relief for headaches and sleeplessness. Eases discomfort of premenstrual and menstrual symptoms. Warming qualities ease muscle pains, eases stiffness and swelling joints.

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Patchouli, Ylang, Ylang

Botanical Name:         

Cinnamomum Zeylanicum

 
Plant Part:

Tree / Bud / Leaf

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Sweet, spicy, slightly musky

Caution:

Should be used with care and in small doses.

Wellbeing:

Helps relieve tension, improves wellbeing. Helps stimulate appetite, relieves heartburn and nausea. May temporarily relieve muscular spasms and painful joints, reduce stiffness and swelling. Assists circulation.

Blends well with:

Clary Sage, Frankincense, Grapefruil, Lavendar Patchouli, Rosemary, Ylang Ylang

Botanical Name:         

Salvia Sclarea

 
Plant Part:

Herb / flowering tops and foliage

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Sweet

Caution:

Mildly sedative. Avoid use before driving or when consuming alcohol. Excessive amounts may cause headaches  Do not use if pregnant

Wellbeing:

Calming and soothing, brings a sense of wellbeing which can be helpful during recovery. May relieve headaches and migraines. Aids Menopause, premenstrual symptoms.

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Sandalwood

Botanical Name:         

Cupressus Sempervirens

 
Plant Part:

Tree / Leaves / Cones

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Clear, refreshing, woody, smoky

Caution:

May help regulate the mentrual cycle.  Do not use if pregnant

Wellbeing:

Soothing, comforting, ideal during difficult times, such as bereavement or the end of an important relationship

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Clary Sage, Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Rosemary, Sandalwood

Botanical Name:         

Eucalyptus Globulus

 
Plant Part:

Tree / leaves

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Clear, sharp and piercing

Caution:

Avoid use during pregnancy or if suffering from high blood pressure or epilepsy.

Wellbeing:

Calming and refreshing. May bring relief from headaches or migraines. Excellent as a soothing decongestant, helps ease symptoms of cold and flu, hayfever. Helps relieve muscular tension, arthritic and rheumatic pain.

Blends well with:

Cedarwood, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass

Botanical Name:         

Boswellia Carterii / Olibanum

 
Plant Part:

Tree / Bark

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Warm balsamic, spicy

Wellbeing:

Soothing and comforting, helps to reduce anxiety

Blends well with:

Basil, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Orange, Patchouli, Sandalwood

Botanical Name:         

Pelargonium Graveolens

 
Plant Part:

Flowering plant / Flowers and Leaves

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Sweet and heavy

Wellbeing:

Refreshing, improves stamina.

Blends well with:

Basil, Bergamot, Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Orange,  Rosemary, Sandalwood

(5% in Jojoba)

Botanical Name:         

Jasminum Officinale

 
Plant Part:

Tree / Flowers

Extraction Method:

Solvent

Aroma:  

Warm, sweet, flowery

Caution:

Powerful aroma so keep doses light.  Do not use if pregnant.

Wellbeing:

May help relax and soothe in times of stress

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Neroli, Orange,  Rose, Sandalwood

Botanical Name:         

Lavendula Angustifolia

 
Plant Part:

Shrub / Flowers

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Light, Floral and Refreshing

Caution:

May cause drowsiness for those who have low blood pressure.

Wellbeing:

Calming and soothing. Can bring temporary relief for headaches and migraines. Aids sleeplessness.

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Geranium, Jasmine, Lemon, Orange, Patchouli, Thyme,  Rosemary

Botanical Name:         

Citrus limonum

 
Plant Part:

Fruit / peel

Extraction Method:

Expression

Aroma:  

Refreshing, clean, sharpish and pentrating

Caution:

May irritate sensitive skin. Avoid when exposed to sunlight

Wellbeing:

Can be useful during studies or working long periods at a computer. Benefical during colds and flu by helping reduce symptoms

Blends well with:

Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Lavender, Neroli,  Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang

Botanical Name:         

Cymbopogon Shoenanthus

 
Plant Part:

Grass / leaves

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Strong, Sweet and Lemony

Caution:

May irritate sensitive skin. Best used in low doses.

Wellbeing:

Refreshing. Helps restore general wellbeing.  Helps ease headaches.

Blends well with:

Basil, Geranium, Jasmine,  Lavender, Neroli,  Palmarosa, Rosemary and Tea Tree

Botanical Name:         

Origanum marjorana

 
Plant Part:

Herb / flowering heads / leaves

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Warm, penetrating and spicy

Caution:

Pronlonged use can cause drowsiness.  Do not use if pregnant

Wellbeing:

Calming. May help relieve mid headaches and sleeplessness.

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Chamomile, Cypress, Lavender, Orange,  Rosemary, Ylang Ylang

Botanical Name:         
Citrus Aurantium

 
Plant Part:

Tree / Petals

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Delicately Floral, refreshing, warm, sweet

Wellbeing/Body:

Creates a calming atmosphere, beneficial for relieving sleeplessness. Warming qualities may improve circulation. Eases menstrual and prementrual symptoms. Benefits dry, sensitive and mature skins.

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang

Botanical Name:         

Citrus Sinensis

 
Plant Part:

Fruit / Peel

Extraction Method:

Expression

Aroma:  

Fresh, fruity, tangy and refreshing

Caution:

May irritate sensitive skine. Avoid use when exposed to sunlight.

Wellbeing/Body:

Pleasantly refreshing and helpful during times of stress and sleeplessness. Relieves digestive discomforts such as nausea, bloating and diarrhoea.

Blends well with:

Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Neroli, Rose.

Botanical Name:         

Cymbopogan Martinii

 
Plant Part:

Grass / Leaves

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:  

Fresh,  Sweet, Floral, with a hint of Rose

Wellbeing/Body:

Generally soothing, helps to dispel tension and stress, restores stamina. Eases digestive discomfort, restores appetite. Brings relief to aching limbs. Moisturising qualities improve dry skin, antiseptic qualities are helpful for the care of wounds, insect bites and cuts and scratches. 

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender,  Orange, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang

Botanical Name:

Pogostemon Cablin

Plant Part:

Shrub / Leaves

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:

Earthy, spicy, woody and exotic

Wellbeing / Body:

Calming in low doses, refreshing in high doses. May curb appetite. Provides relief for digestive discomfort. May soothe bronchial irritation.

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Lemongrass, Neroli, Rose, Sandalwood

Botanical Name:

Mentha Piperita

Plant Part:

Herb / Leaves / Flowering tops

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:

Sharp, Menthol fragrance

Caution:

Powerful aroma, use low dosages. Keep away from eyes. Best avoided by nursing mothers. Do not use if pregnant. Best used in vaporiser.

Wellbeing / Body:

Very refreshing. Cooling, May ease headaches and improve sleeplessness. Ideal for treating symptoms of colds, flu, hayfever, sinusitis. Warming qualities relieve muscualr tension, stiff and swollen joints. Excellent sking cleansing properties, particularily oily skin.

Blends well with:

Cypress, Lavender, Marjoram, Rosemary

Botanical Name:

Rosa Damascena

Plant Part:

Flower / Petals

Extraction Method:

Solvent Extraction

Aroma:

Rich, Floral, Sweet

Caution:

Not recommended for use while pregnant

Wellbeing / Body:

Calming and comforting, dispels tension and feelings of stress. Ideal for sleeplessness. Beneficial to women helping to ease discomfort of premenstrual and menstrual symptoms and menopause. Improves circulation. May relieve digestive discomfort and improve appetite. Moisturising qualities are suitable for mature, dry skin. Soothing qualities may relieve symptoms of minor burns, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis, sunburn and allergies.

Blends well with:

Bergamot, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Neroli, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Sandalwood

Botanical Name:

Rosemarinus Officinalis

Plant Part:

Herb / Flowering tops and leaves

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:

Clear, penetrating, hint of camphor and herbs

Caution:

Do not use during pregnancy. Avoid if you have high blood pressure or are epileptic.

Wellbeing / Body:

Refreshing if feeling lethargic. Improves general wellbeing. Soothes travel sickness or overindulgence in food or alcohol. Helps relieve muscular tension and cramps. Helps fight upper respiratory complaints such as colds, coughs and flu. May relieve symptoms of bloating, constipation, heartburn, nausea and poor appetite.

Blends well with:

Basil, Frankincense, Geranium, Lemongrass, Orange, Peppermint

Botanical Name:

Salvia Lavandulaefolia

Plant Part:

Leaves

Extraction Method:

Distillation (Steam)

Aroma:

Fresh, warm, spicy

Caution:

Do not use when pregnant, do not use if epileptic. Avoid use with high blood pressure.

Wellbeing / Body:

Aids concentration, improves circulation. Relieves constipation, relieves headaches, eases nausea, reduces fatigue, lifts depression and eases menstrual symptoms. Reduces fever. Antispetic and anti-fungal.

Blends well with:

Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary, Orange

Botanical Name:

Santalum Spicata

Plant Part:

Tree

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:

Woody, subtle and lingering

Caution:

Use sparingly. Not recommended for those in low spirits.

Wellbeing / Body:

Relaxing, dispels tension and stress. Soothing for sleeplessness. Temporarily relieves coughs. Helps skin retain its softness and suppleness. Kind to sensitive and aged skins. Antiseptic qualities useful for skin irritations.

Blends well with:

Basil, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Neroli, Palmarosa, Ylang Ylang

Botanical Name:

Melaleuca Alternifolia

Plant Part:

Tree / Leaf

Extraction Method:

Distillation

Aroma:

Fresh, Medicinal, Earthy

Caution:

May irritate sensitive skin.

Wellbeing / Body:

Refreshing, improves stamina and general wellbeing.  Soothes travel sickness and overindulgence in food or alcohol. Helpful for colds and flu. Excellent antiseptic that can be used in the care of wounds, insect bites. Helpful for dandruff. Antifungal and antibacterial properties beneficial for the treatment of acne and tinea.

Blends well wtih:

Eucalyptus, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Orange, Rosemary.