Essence of Eden Essential Oils Guide Page

Key: (B) Body (M) Mind

Essential Oils

Basil ocimum basilicum
Hot, spicy, licorice-like
(B) Insect repellent, gout, muscular aches, sinusitis, improves appetite
(M) Mental clarity, nerve tonic, intellectual fatigue

Bergamot citrus bergamia
Sweet & fruity
(B) Acne, eczema, digestion, wounds intestinal & vaginal infection
(M) Anxiety, depression

Note: Do not use before sun exposure

Birch betula lenta
Woody-green, balsamic
(B) Psoriasis, muscular pain, poor circulation, rheumatism
(M) Uplifting, clears mind

Camomile, Blue matricaria chamomilla
sweet apple-like
(B) Inflammation, abscesses, dermatitis, teething/toothache.
(M) Anger, tantrums, insomnia.

Camomile, Roman anthemis noblis
sweet apple-like
(B) Sensitive skin, boils, headache, menstrual problems, menopause
(M) Personal growth, over sensitivity, anger

Cedarwood juniperus virginiana
Woody & Balsamic
(B) Fungal infection, glands, hair loss, respiratory system
(M) Stress, deep relaxation, over analyzation

Citronella cymbopogon nardus
Lemony-green scent
(B) Insect repellent, deodorant, room disinfectant
(M) Uplifting & clearing

Note: Skin irritant in neat or high concentration

Clary Sage salvia sclarea
Herbaceous & Bitter Sweet
(B) Wrinkles, inflamed skin, menopause(estrogen like effects)
(M) Depression, postnatal depression

Clove Bud eugenia caryophyllata
Spicy-sweet
(B) Respiratory system, pain relieving, neuralgia, toothache
(M) Nervous fatigue, improves memory

Note: Skin irritant in neat application

Coriander Seed coriandrum savitum
Sweet, woody-spicy
(B) Removes fluid and toxins improves circulation, eases stiffness
(M) Migraines, nervous exhaustion

Cypress cupressus sempervirens
Smoky, sweet-balsamic
(B) Oily skin, excessive perspiration, varicose veins
(M) Stress, nervous tension

Eucalyptus eucalyptus globus
Camphorous scent
(B) Expectorant, asthma, bronchitis, stimulant, antiseptic
(M) Emotional imbalance, mental exhaustion

Fennel, sweet foeniculum vulgare
Anise-like scent
(B) Digestion, flatulence, amenorrhea, insufficient breast milk(estrogen like effect)

Frankincense boswellia serrata
Smoky, balsamic
(B) Mature & dry skin, scars, wounds, asthma, bronchitis
(M) Meditation, anxiety, concentrate inwardly

Geranium pelargonium graveolens
Green, rosy-mint
(B) Inflammation, bruises, sore throat, menopause, edema
(M) Depression, neuralgia

Ginger zingiber officinale
Warm, fresh green, woody spicy
(B) Poor circulation, sprains, nausea, cramps, sinusitis
(M) Nervous exhaustion

Grapefruit citrus paradisi
Fresh, sweet citrus
(B) Oily skin, detoxifying, astringent, water retention, obesity
(M) Mood swings, depression

Immortelle helichrysum stochas
Honey-like with tea-like undertone
(B)Acne, abscess, inflammation, bacterial infection, flu, fever
(M)Stress, lethargy

Jasmine jasminum grandiflorum
Sweet, honey-like
(B) Dry skin, frigidity, prostate problems, labor pains
(M) Aphrodisiac, impotence, lack of confidence

Juniper juniperus communis
Fresh, woody, balsamic
(B) Skin toner, hair loss, removes toxins, cystitis, gout.
(M) Anxiety, nervous tension

Note: Should not be used by those with Kidney disease.

Lavender lavendula officinalis
Sweet, floral
(B) Oily skin, psoriasis, burns, headache, insomnia P.M.S.
(M) Hysteria, stress, balances emotions

Lemon citrus limon
Fresh, sweet, fruity
(B) Oily skin, Antibacterial, astringent, mouth ulcers, throat infection
(M) Uplifting

Lime citrus aurantifolia
Sharp, sweet, fruity
(Same uses as Lemon Oil)

Marjoram, Sweet majorana hortensis
Woody, spicy, camphorous
(B) Bruises, lumbago, muscular aches & stiffness, headache
(M) Insomnia, stress

Melissa melissa officinalis
Light, fresh, lemony
(B) Insect bites, insect repellent, migraine, vertigo, hypertension
(M) Nervous tension, shock, insomnia

Myrrh commiphora myrrha
spicy-medicinal scent
(B) Wrinkles, athlete's foot, gum infection, voice loss, hemorrhoids
(M) Expands awarness

Nutmeg myristica fragrans
sweet, warm-spicy
(B) Muscular aches, poor circulation, sluggish digestion, neuralgia
(M) Fridgity, impotence

Neroli citrus aurantium
sensual, sweet, floral
(B) Skin elasticity, stretch marks, colic, heart palpitations
(M) Hysteria, nervousness, shock, aphrodisiac

Orange Blossom citrus aurantium
rich, warm, sweet floral
(Same uses as Neroli Oil)

Oregano origanum vulgare
spicy, warm, herbaceous
(B) Digestion, respiratory problems, diarrhea, parasites, sting bites, inflammations of mouth & throat

Note: skin and mucous membrane irritant, use diluted & with caution

Orange, sweet citrus sinensis
tangy, sweet, fruity
(B) Oily skin, palpation's, water retention, chills, flu
(M) Calming, agitation, listlessness

Patchouli pogostemon cablin
sweet, earthy, musty
(B) Anti fungal, dandruff, wrinkles, open pores, curbs appetite
(M) Anxiety, sensual

Peppermint mentha piperita
penetrating, grass-minty
(B) Decongestant, headache, migraine, stimulant, vertigo, fever, nausea
(M) Mental fatigue, clarity

Pine pinus palustris mill
sweet-woody, balsamic
(B) Arthritis, debility, stiffness, asthma, bronchitis
(M) Fatigue, uplifting

Rose rosa damascena
rich, sweet, rosy-floral
(B) Broken capillaries, conjunctivitis, irregular menses, hormonal balance
(M) Promotes positive feelings, aphrodisiac

Rosemary rosemarinus officinalis
fresh, woody, balsamic
(B) Arteriosclerosis, whooping cough, colitis, jaundice, hypotension
(M) Clears mind, strengthens memory

Rosewood aniba rosaedora
spicy, rose-like scent
(B) Acne, aged skin, sensitive skin, wrinkles nausea, headache
(M) Depression, sadness

Sage salvia lavandulaefolia
fresh, herbaceous, pine-like
(B) Excessive sweating, gingivitis, muscular aches, flu, headaches
(M) Stress, nervous exhaustion

Sandalwood santalum album
soft, woody, balsamic
(B) Aftershave rash, chapped skin, persistent dry cough, cystitis
(M) Quickens senses

Tea Tree melaleucca alternfolia
spicy, champhorous
(B) Acne, herpes, cold sores, diaper rash, warts, thrush, vaginitis, chicken pox
(M) Clears head

Thyme thymus zygis
warm, spicy, herbaceous
(B) Intestinal infection, stimulates appetite, hypotensive, removes mucus
(M) Lifts spirits, gives courage

Vetiver vetivera zizaniodes
rich, earth, smoky
(B) Mature, irritated skin, connective tissue, skin regeneration
(M) Oversensitivity, sexually arousing

Ylang Ylang canaga odorata
intensly sweet, heady, floral
(B) Hypotensive, lowers heart rate, slow rapid breathing
(M)soothes frustration, anger, promotes,sensuality

Essence Rare

Ambrette Seed abelmoschus moschatus
Rich, sweet floral, musky
Cramps, fatigue...anxiety, depression, stress.

Black Current ribes nigrum
Deep, fruity, sweet & tart
Adrenal stimulant.....focus & deep mental concentration.

Calendula (Marigold) calendula officinalis
Sharp, herbaceous
Powerful skin healer.

Carnation dianthus caryophylus
Sweet, cinnamon- powdery-like floral
Coupled with visualization to restore good health.

Cassie acacia famesiana
Floral, spicy, balsamic undertone
Dry. sensitive skin, perfume, aphodisiac.

Champaca michelia champaca
Exotic, sweet, smoky, clove, mint-like
Magnolia family brings balance & energizes the psyche.

Chrysanthemum grindelia oregana

Frangipani plumeria ruba
Rich, sweet, floral, marmalade-like
Restores peace & harmony, aphrodisiac, perfume.

Hay foin coupe
Grassy, sweet herbaceous
Grounding, used as a perfume base

Gardenia gardenia jasminoides
Sweet, rich, floral, jasmine-like
Antiseptic/...aphrodisiac.

Labdanum cistus ladaniferus
Rich, sweet, musky, herbaceous
Coughs, rhinitis/....calming, good base for perfumes.