Heavenly Angels Bar Soaps
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Soap Ingredients
Glycerine Clear
Ingredients: Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Palmitate, Sodium Myristate, Sodium Starate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerine, Triethanolamine, Sodium Laurate.
Coconut Milk Soap Base
Ingredients: Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Palmitate, Sodium Myristate, Sodium Starate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerine, Triethanolamine, Sodium Laurate, Titanium Dioxide, Coconut.
Goat's Milk Soap Base
Ingredients: Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Palmitate, Sodium Myristate, Sodium Starate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerine, Triethanolamine, Sodium Laurate, Titanium Dioxide, Goats Milk.
Hemp Oil Soap Base
Ingredients: Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Palmitate, Sodium Myristate, Sodium Starate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerine, Triethanolamine, Sodium Laurate, Fragrance, Titanium Dioxide, Green #5, Green #3, Yellow #5, Hemp oil.
Olive Oil Soap Base
Ingredients: Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Palmitate, Sodium Myristate, Sodium Starate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerine, Triethanolamine, Sodium Laurate, Fragrance, Titanium Dioxide, Red #40, Yellow #5, Orange #4, Green #3, Olive Oil.
Shea Butter Soap Base
Ingredients: Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Palmitate, Sodium Myristate, Sodium Starate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerine, Triethanolamine, Sodium Laurate, Titanium Dioxide, Yellow #5, Yellow #10, Red #40, Green #5, Shea Butter.
White Soap Base
Ingredients: Propylene Glycol, Sorbitol, Water, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Palmitate, Sodium Myristate, Sodium Starate, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Glycerine, Triethanolamine, Sodium Laurate, Titanium Dioxide.
Heavenly Angels Essential Oils
Essential oils are the concentrated essence of plant material widely used in aromatherapy. They are exclusively made from botanical matter, so any fragrance that contains musk (an animal product), for instance, is not pure essential oil. They are often confused with synthetic fragrance oils, which are chemical recreations of scents made primarily from coal tar. While these fragrance oils may smell identical to their botanical counterparts, they do not feature the same chemical structure and will not have the same therapeutic effects; their use is limited to perfumery.
Essential oils are typically extracted from plant matter via steam distillation. The plant material is treated with steam, which 'cooks' the plant, breaking it down and releasing its essential oil. The steam containing the essential essences is cooled and the oil separated from the water and filtered to become essential oils.
Some essential oils can be extracted through pressing, just as grape juice can be pressed from the grape. If you twist a piece of lemon or orange rind, the rind will yield a bit of liquid which is oily and smells strongly of the fruit - this oil is the fruit's essential oil and is easily extractable through a press.
Essential oils vary widely in price, depending largely on the amount of plant material needed to make them. The citrus oils are quite economical to make, since the citrus rind contains a lot of oil, and thus less expensive than the oils derived from flowers, which contain very little oil. It can take over a hundred pounds (45 kilograms) of lavender flowers to make a pound of lavender essential oil. That may sound high, until you consider that it takes over a thousand pounds (450 kilograms) of jasmine to make a pound of jasmine essential oil. Jasmine, rose and neroli (orange blossom) are among the most costly of all the essential oils.
While a very few essential oils, such as lavender and tea tree, are safe to apply directly to the skin, most are so concentrated that they must be diluted with 'carrier oils'. Carrier oils are massage oils typically made from nuts and seeds - apricot kernel, grapeseed and jojoba are all good blending oils.
The aromatherapeutic effects of essential oils can be administered in different ways, depending on the oil and the effect. Skin absorption is one of the most common methods - a dilute blend of essential oils and carrier oils are massaged into the skin, which absorbs the active ingredient of the essential oil into the bloodstream.
Inhalation of steam containing vaporized essential oils is often a very effective way to treat respiratory complaints, and is also one of the most widely used methods of using essential oils for their mood-enhancing and emotion-stabilizing effects. A few drops of essential oil in a small glass bowl of water over a tealight candle is all you need to infuse your surroundings with a lovely scent that can calm or invigorate, depending on the oil you choose.
Essential oils are typically extracted from plant matter via steam distillation. The plant material is treated with steam, which 'cooks' the plant, breaking it down and releasing its essential oil. The steam containing the essential essences is cooled and the oil separated from the water and filtered to become essential oils.
Some essential oils can be extracted through pressing, just as grape juice can be pressed from the grape. If you twist a piece of lemon or orange rind, the rind will yield a bit of liquid which is oily and smells strongly of the fruit - this oil is the fruit's essential oil and is easily extractable through a press.
Essential oils vary widely in price, depending largely on the amount of plant material needed to make them. The citrus oils are quite economical to make, since the citrus rind contains a lot of oil, and thus less expensive than the oils derived from flowers, which contain very little oil. It can take over a hundred pounds (45 kilograms) of lavender flowers to make a pound of lavender essential oil. That may sound high, until you consider that it takes over a thousand pounds (450 kilograms) of jasmine to make a pound of jasmine essential oil. Jasmine, rose and neroli (orange blossom) are among the most costly of all the essential oils.
While a very few essential oils, such as lavender and tea tree, are safe to apply directly to the skin, most are so concentrated that they must be diluted with 'carrier oils'. Carrier oils are massage oils typically made from nuts and seeds - apricot kernel, grapeseed and jojoba are all good blending oils.
The aromatherapeutic effects of essential oils can be administered in different ways, depending on the oil and the effect. Skin absorption is one of the most common methods - a dilute blend of essential oils and carrier oils are massaged into the skin, which absorbs the active ingredient of the essential oil into the bloodstream.
Inhalation of steam containing vaporized essential oils is often a very effective way to treat respiratory complaints, and is also one of the most widely used methods of using essential oils for their mood-enhancing and emotion-stabilizing effects. A few drops of essential oil in a small glass bowl of water over a tealight candle is all you need to infuse your surroundings with a lovely scent that can calm or invigorate, depending on the oil you choose.
The Main Essential Oils and their Healing Properties
ESSENCE PHYSICAL EMOTIONAL
Angelica root
Dull skin, gout, psoriasis, toxin build-up, water retentionExhaustion, nervousness and stress
Anise
Bronchitis, colds, coughs, flatulence, flu, muscle aches, rheumatism, depression.
Basil
Bronchitis, colds, coughs, exhaustion, flatulence, flu, gout, insect bites, insect repellent, muscle aches, rheumatism and sinusitis.Fatigue, exhaustion, burnout, memory and concentration
Bay
Dandruff, hair care, neuralgia, oily skin, poor circulation, sprains and strains.Emotional exhaustion and fatigue
Bay laurel
Amenorrhea, colds, flu, loss of appetite, tonsillitis.Confidence, mental confusion
Benzoin
Arthritis, bronchitis, chapped skin, coughing, laryngitisInsecurity
Bergamot
Acne, abscesses, anxiety, boils, cold sores, cystitis, halitosis, itching, loss of appetite, oily skin, psoriasisAnger, anxiety, confidence, depression, stress, fatigue, fear, peace, happiness, insecurity and loneliness.
Bois de rose (Rosewood)
Acne, colds, dry skin, dull skin, fever, flu, frigidity, headache, oily skin, scars, sensitive skin, stress, stretch marksDepression, emotional imbalance
Cajeput
Asthma, bronchitis, coughs, muscle aches, oily skin, rheumatism, sinusitis, sore throat and spots.Fatigue, mental confusion
Cardamom
Appetite loss of, colic, halitosis.Fatigue, stress, shame, guilt
Carrot seed
Eczema, gout, mature skin, toxin build-up, water retentionAnxiety, confusion, exhaustion, mood swings and stress
Cedarwood Atlas
Acne, arthritis, bronchitis, coughing, cystitis, dandruff and dermatitis.Anxiety, fear, insecurity and stress.
Cedarwood
Acne, arthritis, bronchitis, coughs, cystitis, dandruff, dermatitis, insect repellent, stressAnxiety, fear and insecurity
German chamomile
Abscesses, allergies, arthritis, boils, colic, cuts, cystitis, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, earache, flatulence, hair, headache, inflamed skin, insect bites, insomnia, nausea, neuralgia, rheumatism, sores, sprains, strains, wounds.Anger, anxiety, depression, fear, irritability, loneliness, PMS and stress.
Roman Chamomile
Abscesses, allergies, arthritis, boils, colic, cuts, cystitis, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, earache, flatulence, hair, headache, inflamed skin, insect bites, nausea, neuralgia, PMS, rheumatism, sores, sprains, strains, wounds.Anger, anxiety, depression, fear, irritability, loneliness, insomnia and stress.
Cinnamon
Constipation, exhaustion, flatulence, lice, low blood pressure, rheumatism, scabies.Concentration, emotional and mental fatigue
Citronella
Excessive perspiration, fatigue, headache, insect repellent, oily skinMind fog, tension
Clary sage
Amenorrhea, asthma, coughing, gas, labour pains, sore throat.Anxiety, fatigue, exhaustion, fear, loneliness and stress
Clove bud
Arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, immune system, rheumatism, sprains, toothacheMemory and concentration, fatigue, depression
Coriander
Aches, arthritis, colic, gout, indigestion, nausea, rheumatismFatigue, irritation
Cypress
Excessive perspiration, haemorrhoids, oily skin, rheumatism, varicose veins.Confidence, grief, memory and concentration
Elemi
Bronchitis, catarrh, extreme coughing, mature skin, scars, stress, wounds.Agitation, grief
Eucalyptus Globulous
Arthritis, bronchitis, catarrh, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation, sinusitis.Concentration, memory
Fennel
Bruises, cellulite, flatulence, gums, halitosis, mouth, nausea, obesity, toxin build-up, water retentionFatigue, emotional imbalance
Frankincense
Anxiety, asthma, bronchitis, extreme coughing, scars and stretch marksAnxiety, depression, fatigue exhaustion and burnout, fear, grief, happiness and peace, insecurity, loneliness, panic and panic attacks and stress
Galbanum
Immune system abscesses, acne, boils, bronchitis, cuts, lice, mature skin, muscle aches, poor circulation, rheumatism, scars, sores, stretch marks, woundsEmotional rigidity, mood swings, nervousness and stress
Geranium
Acne, cellulite, dull skin, lice, menopause, oily skin.Anxiety, depression, happiness, mood imbalance and stress
Ginger
Aching muscles, arthritis, nausea, poor circulationfatigue exhaustion and burnout
Grapefruit
Cellulite, dull skin, toxin build-up, water retention.Confidence, fear depression, happiness and peace, and stress
Helichrysum
Abscesses, acne, boils, burns, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, irritated skin, woundsGrief, loneliness, panic and panic attacks, shock
Hyssop
Bruises, coughing, sore throat, respiratory systemConcentration, nervousness
Jasmine
Dry skin, labour pains, sensitive skin.Stress, depression, fear, fatigue exhaustion and burnout, confidence and anger
Juniper berry
Cellulite, gout, haemorrhoids, obesity, rheumatism, toxin build-up, urinary systemAgitation, negative energy
Lavender
Acne, allergies, anxiety, asthma, athlete's foot, bruises, burns, chicken pox, colic, cuts, cystitis, depression, dermatitis, earache, flatulence, headache, hypertension, insect bites, insect repellent, itching, labour pains, migraine, oily skin, rheumatism, scabies, scars, sores, sprains, strains, stress, stretch marks, vertigo, whooping coughAnxiety, depression, irritability, panic attacks and stressLemonAthlete's foot, colds, corns, dull skin, flu, oily skin, spots, varicose veins, wartsFear happiness and peace, memory and concentration
Lemongrass
Acne, athlete's foot, digestion, excessive perspiration, flatulence, insect repellent, muscle aches, oily skin, scabies, stressFatigue and mental confusion
Linden blossom
Headache, migraine, Acne, dull skin, oily skin, scars, spots, wrinkles.Insomnia, stress, tension
Marjoram
Aching muscles, arthritis, cramps, migraine, neuralgia, rheumatism, spasm, sprainsMood swings, PMS symptoms, stress
Melissa
Flu, indigestion, herpes, nausea, shingles and cold soresAgitation, anxiety, dementia, nervous tension
Myrrh
Amenorrhea, athlete's foot, bronchitis, chapped skin, gums, halitosis, itching, ringwormEmotional imbalance, creativity
Myrtle
Acne, asthma, coughs, haemorrhoids, irritated skinAddiction and self destructive behaviour, depression
Neroli
Mature skin, oily skin, scars, stretch marksAnxiety, depression, anger, irritability, panic attacks and stress
Niaouli
Acne, bronchitis, colds, coughs, dull skin, oily skin, sore throat, whooping coughConcentration and mental fog
Nutmeg
Arthritis, constipation, muscle aches, nausea, neuralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism and slow digestion.Mental fatigue
Bitter orange
Colds, constipation, dull skin, flatulence, flu, gums, mouth, slow digestion,Anger, confidence, depression, fear, happiness, peace and stress
Oregano
Coughs, digestion, respirationInsecurity
Parsley
Congestion, digestion, diuretic, immune system, kidney infections and stonesFrigidity
Patchouli
Acne, cellulite, chapped skin, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, mature skin, oily skin.Fatigue, frigidity exhaustion and stress
Black pepper
Aching muscles, arthritis, detox, constipation, muscle cramps, poor circulation, sluggish digestion.Anxiety, fatigue, concentration
Peppermint
Asthma, colic, exhaustion, fever, flatulence, headache, nausea, scabies, sinusitis, vertigofatigue exhaustion and burnout, memory and concentration
Petitgrain
Rapid heartbeat, insomniaAnxiety, panic
Pine
Colds, congestion, cough, flu, lungs sinusitisDepression, fatigue, nervous exhaustion
Rose
Eczema, mature skinAnger, anxiety, , frigidity, depression grief, menopause, happiness and peace, loneliness, panic and panic attacks and stress
Rosemary
Aching muscles, arthritis, dandruff, dull skin, exhaustion, gout, hair care, muscle cramping, neuralgia, poor circulation= and rheumatism.fatigue exhaustion and burnout, confidence, memory and concentration
Sandalwood
Bronchitis, chapped and dry skin, laryngitis, oily skin, strep throat, urinary tract problemsAnxiety, depression, exhaustion and burnout, fear, grief, irritability and stress
Spearmint
Asthma, exhaustion, flatulence, headache, nausea, scabies.Depression, mental fatigue
Thyme
Arthritis, bronchitis, candida, cuts, dermatitis, gastritis, laryngitisConcentration and memory
Vetiver
Acne, arthritis, muscular aches, oily skin, rheumatismAnger, anxiety, exhaustion, insomnia, fear, grief, insecurity and stress
Violet leaf
Bronchitis, insomnia, liver congestion, sluggish circulation, problem skinFear, nostalgia, obsession, shyness
Yarrow
Acne, arthritis, inflammation, hair care, hypertension, insomniaInsomnia, stress and tension
Ylang Ylang
Hypertension, menopause and PMS symptoms, palpitationsAnger, depression, frigidity, mood swings, PMS, stress
Angelica root
Dull skin, gout, psoriasis, toxin build-up, water retentionExhaustion, nervousness and stress
Anise
Bronchitis, colds, coughs, flatulence, flu, muscle aches, rheumatism, depression.
Basil
Bronchitis, colds, coughs, exhaustion, flatulence, flu, gout, insect bites, insect repellent, muscle aches, rheumatism and sinusitis.Fatigue, exhaustion, burnout, memory and concentration
Bay
Dandruff, hair care, neuralgia, oily skin, poor circulation, sprains and strains.Emotional exhaustion and fatigue
Bay laurel
Amenorrhea, colds, flu, loss of appetite, tonsillitis.Confidence, mental confusion
Benzoin
Arthritis, bronchitis, chapped skin, coughing, laryngitisInsecurity
Bergamot
Acne, abscesses, anxiety, boils, cold sores, cystitis, halitosis, itching, loss of appetite, oily skin, psoriasisAnger, anxiety, confidence, depression, stress, fatigue, fear, peace, happiness, insecurity and loneliness.
Bois de rose (Rosewood)
Acne, colds, dry skin, dull skin, fever, flu, frigidity, headache, oily skin, scars, sensitive skin, stress, stretch marksDepression, emotional imbalance
Cajeput
Asthma, bronchitis, coughs, muscle aches, oily skin, rheumatism, sinusitis, sore throat and spots.Fatigue, mental confusion
Cardamom
Appetite loss of, colic, halitosis.Fatigue, stress, shame, guilt
Carrot seed
Eczema, gout, mature skin, toxin build-up, water retentionAnxiety, confusion, exhaustion, mood swings and stress
Cedarwood Atlas
Acne, arthritis, bronchitis, coughing, cystitis, dandruff and dermatitis.Anxiety, fear, insecurity and stress.
Cedarwood
Acne, arthritis, bronchitis, coughs, cystitis, dandruff, dermatitis, insect repellent, stressAnxiety, fear and insecurity
German chamomile
Abscesses, allergies, arthritis, boils, colic, cuts, cystitis, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, earache, flatulence, hair, headache, inflamed skin, insect bites, insomnia, nausea, neuralgia, rheumatism, sores, sprains, strains, wounds.Anger, anxiety, depression, fear, irritability, loneliness, PMS and stress.
Roman Chamomile
Abscesses, allergies, arthritis, boils, colic, cuts, cystitis, dermatitis, dysmenorrhea, earache, flatulence, hair, headache, inflamed skin, insect bites, nausea, neuralgia, PMS, rheumatism, sores, sprains, strains, wounds.Anger, anxiety, depression, fear, irritability, loneliness, insomnia and stress.
Cinnamon
Constipation, exhaustion, flatulence, lice, low blood pressure, rheumatism, scabies.Concentration, emotional and mental fatigue
Citronella
Excessive perspiration, fatigue, headache, insect repellent, oily skinMind fog, tension
Clary sage
Amenorrhea, asthma, coughing, gas, labour pains, sore throat.Anxiety, fatigue, exhaustion, fear, loneliness and stress
Clove bud
Arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, immune system, rheumatism, sprains, toothacheMemory and concentration, fatigue, depression
Coriander
Aches, arthritis, colic, gout, indigestion, nausea, rheumatismFatigue, irritation
Cypress
Excessive perspiration, haemorrhoids, oily skin, rheumatism, varicose veins.Confidence, grief, memory and concentration
Elemi
Bronchitis, catarrh, extreme coughing, mature skin, scars, stress, wounds.Agitation, grief
Eucalyptus Globulous
Arthritis, bronchitis, catarrh, cold sores, colds, coughing, fever, flu, poor circulation, sinusitis.Concentration, memory
Fennel
Bruises, cellulite, flatulence, gums, halitosis, mouth, nausea, obesity, toxin build-up, water retentionFatigue, emotional imbalance
Frankincense
Anxiety, asthma, bronchitis, extreme coughing, scars and stretch marksAnxiety, depression, fatigue exhaustion and burnout, fear, grief, happiness and peace, insecurity, loneliness, panic and panic attacks and stress
Galbanum
Immune system abscesses, acne, boils, bronchitis, cuts, lice, mature skin, muscle aches, poor circulation, rheumatism, scars, sores, stretch marks, woundsEmotional rigidity, mood swings, nervousness and stress
Geranium
Acne, cellulite, dull skin, lice, menopause, oily skin.Anxiety, depression, happiness, mood imbalance and stress
Ginger
Aching muscles, arthritis, nausea, poor circulationfatigue exhaustion and burnout
Grapefruit
Cellulite, dull skin, toxin build-up, water retention.Confidence, fear depression, happiness and peace, and stress
Helichrysum
Abscesses, acne, boils, burns, cuts, dermatitis, eczema, irritated skin, woundsGrief, loneliness, panic and panic attacks, shock
Hyssop
Bruises, coughing, sore throat, respiratory systemConcentration, nervousness
Jasmine
Dry skin, labour pains, sensitive skin.Stress, depression, fear, fatigue exhaustion and burnout, confidence and anger
Juniper berry
Cellulite, gout, haemorrhoids, obesity, rheumatism, toxin build-up, urinary systemAgitation, negative energy
Lavender
Acne, allergies, anxiety, asthma, athlete's foot, bruises, burns, chicken pox, colic, cuts, cystitis, depression, dermatitis, earache, flatulence, headache, hypertension, insect bites, insect repellent, itching, labour pains, migraine, oily skin, rheumatism, scabies, scars, sores, sprains, strains, stress, stretch marks, vertigo, whooping coughAnxiety, depression, irritability, panic attacks and stressLemonAthlete's foot, colds, corns, dull skin, flu, oily skin, spots, varicose veins, wartsFear happiness and peace, memory and concentration
Lemongrass
Acne, athlete's foot, digestion, excessive perspiration, flatulence, insect repellent, muscle aches, oily skin, scabies, stressFatigue and mental confusion
Linden blossom
Headache, migraine, Acne, dull skin, oily skin, scars, spots, wrinkles.Insomnia, stress, tension
Marjoram
Aching muscles, arthritis, cramps, migraine, neuralgia, rheumatism, spasm, sprainsMood swings, PMS symptoms, stress
Melissa
Flu, indigestion, herpes, nausea, shingles and cold soresAgitation, anxiety, dementia, nervous tension
Myrrh
Amenorrhea, athlete's foot, bronchitis, chapped skin, gums, halitosis, itching, ringwormEmotional imbalance, creativity
Myrtle
Acne, asthma, coughs, haemorrhoids, irritated skinAddiction and self destructive behaviour, depression
Neroli
Mature skin, oily skin, scars, stretch marksAnxiety, depression, anger, irritability, panic attacks and stress
Niaouli
Acne, bronchitis, colds, coughs, dull skin, oily skin, sore throat, whooping coughConcentration and mental fog
Nutmeg
Arthritis, constipation, muscle aches, nausea, neuralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism and slow digestion.Mental fatigue
Bitter orange
Colds, constipation, dull skin, flatulence, flu, gums, mouth, slow digestion,Anger, confidence, depression, fear, happiness, peace and stress
Oregano
Coughs, digestion, respirationInsecurity
Parsley
Congestion, digestion, diuretic, immune system, kidney infections and stonesFrigidity
Patchouli
Acne, cellulite, chapped skin, dandruff, dermatitis, eczema, mature skin, oily skin.Fatigue, frigidity exhaustion and stress
Black pepper
Aching muscles, arthritis, detox, constipation, muscle cramps, poor circulation, sluggish digestion.Anxiety, fatigue, concentration
Peppermint
Asthma, colic, exhaustion, fever, flatulence, headache, nausea, scabies, sinusitis, vertigofatigue exhaustion and burnout, memory and concentration
Petitgrain
Rapid heartbeat, insomniaAnxiety, panic
Pine
Colds, congestion, cough, flu, lungs sinusitisDepression, fatigue, nervous exhaustion
Rose
Eczema, mature skinAnger, anxiety, , frigidity, depression grief, menopause, happiness and peace, loneliness, panic and panic attacks and stress
Rosemary
Aching muscles, arthritis, dandruff, dull skin, exhaustion, gout, hair care, muscle cramping, neuralgia, poor circulation= and rheumatism.fatigue exhaustion and burnout, confidence, memory and concentration
Sandalwood
Bronchitis, chapped and dry skin, laryngitis, oily skin, strep throat, urinary tract problemsAnxiety, depression, exhaustion and burnout, fear, grief, irritability and stress
Spearmint
Asthma, exhaustion, flatulence, headache, nausea, scabies.Depression, mental fatigue
Thyme
Arthritis, bronchitis, candida, cuts, dermatitis, gastritis, laryngitisConcentration and memory
Vetiver
Acne, arthritis, muscular aches, oily skin, rheumatismAnger, anxiety, exhaustion, insomnia, fear, grief, insecurity and stress
Violet leaf
Bronchitis, insomnia, liver congestion, sluggish circulation, problem skinFear, nostalgia, obsession, shyness
Yarrow
Acne, arthritis, inflammation, hair care, hypertension, insomniaInsomnia, stress and tension
Ylang Ylang
Hypertension, menopause and PMS symptoms, palpitationsAnger, depression, frigidity, mood swings, PMS, stress
Essential Oil Listing A thru Z
A
- Agar oil or oodh, distilled from Agarwood. Highly valued for its fragrance.
- Ajwain oil, distilled from the leaves of Bishop’s weed.
- Angelica root oil, distilled from the Angelica archangelica.
- Anise oil, from the Pimpinella anisum. Has many culinary uses and used in many liquors. Medicinal uses include relief from menstrual cramps, control stomach gases and used as an insecticide against head-lice and mites.
- Asafoetida, used in cooking and as a digestive aid. Its medical applications include antimicrobial, asthma, bronchitis, digestions, and fighting the flu.
- Balsam oil, from the Myroxylon pereirae. Mentioned in the bible, see Ester 2:12 and 1 Kings 10:10.
- Basil oil is used in making perfumes, aromatherapy and cooking.
- Bay is used in primarily aromatherapy. Good antiseptic for the respiratory system, helps settle stomach pain and can even be used to improve the health of the scalp.
- Bergamot oil, used in food flavoring, fragrance, aromatherapy, skin care and medicinal uses such as sore throats, nausea, coughs, colds diarrhea and menstrual cramps.
- Black Pepper essential oil is distilled from the berries of Piper nigrum. This warming oil can be used to help circulation, bruising, aching limbs, rheumatoid arthritis, and help with muscle tone.
- Buchu oil, made from the buchu shrub. Considered toxic and no longer widely used.Formerly used medicinally.
- Birch is aromatheapeutic for gout, Rheumatism, Eczema, Ulcers.
- Camphor is used for arthritis, cold, cough, fever, and rheumatism
- Cannabis flower essential oil, used as a flavoring in foods, primarily candy and beverages. Also used as a scent in perfumes, cosmetics, soaps, and candles.
- Caraway oil, used a flavoring in foods. Also used in mouthwashes, toothpastes, etc. as a flavoring agent.
- Cardamom seed oil, used in aromatherapy and other medicinal applications. Extracted from seeds of subspecies of Zingiberaceae (ginger). Also used as a fragrance in soaps, perfumes, etc.
- Carrot seed oil (essential oil), used in aromatherapy.
- Cedarwood oil, primarily used in perfumes and fragrances.
- Chamomile oil, There are many varieties of chamomile but only two are used in aromatherapy- Roman and German. Both have similar healing properties but German chamomile contains a higher level of azulin (an anti-inflammatory agent).
- Calamus Root, used medicinally
- Cinnamon oil, used for flavoring and medicinally.
- Cistus species
- Citronella oil, from a plant related to lemon grass is used as an insect repellent, as well as medicinally.
- Clary Sage
- Clove leaf oil, used as a topical anesthetic to relieve dental pain.
- Coffee, used to flavor food.
- Coriander seed oil, used for arthritis, gout, rheumatism, stiffness, flatulence, anorexia, nausea, diarrhea, migraines, viral infections, common cold, influenza, measles and helps improve circulation.
- Costmary oil (bible leaf oil), from the Tanacetum balsamita
- Costus Root, used medicinally
- Cranberry seed oil, equally high in omega-3 omega-6 fatty acids, primarily used in the cosmetic industry.
- Cubeb, used medicinally and to flavor foods.
- Cumin oil/Black seed oil, used as a flavor, particularly in meat products. Also used in veterinary medicine.
- Cypress
- Cypriol
- Curry leaf, used medicinally and to flavor food.
- Davana oil, from the Artemisia pallens, used as a perfume ingredient and as a germicide.
- Dill oil, chemically almost identical to caraway seed oil. High carvone content.
- Elecampane, used medicinally.
- Eucalyptus oil, historically used as a germicide. Commonly used in cough medicine, among other medicinal uses.
- Fennel seed oil, used medicinally, particularly for treating colic in infants.
- Fenugreek oil, used medicinally and for cosmetics from ancient times.
- Fir
- Frankincense oil, used for aromatherapy and in perfumes.
- Galangal, used medicinally and to flavor food.
- Galbanum
- Geranium oil, used medicinally, particularly in aromatherapy, used for hormonal imbalance, for this reason geranium is often considered to be “female” oil.
- Ginger oil, used medicinally in many cultures.
- Goldenrod
- Grapefruit oil, extracted from the peel of the fruit. Used in aromatherapy. Contains 90% limonene.
- Henna oil, used medicinally.
- Helichrysum
- Horseradish oil
- Hyssop
- Idaho Tansy
- Jasmine oil, used for its flowery fragrance.
- Jojoba oil, uses include body moisturizer, preventing excessive skin oiliness, treating skin infections, fighting wrinkles, athlete’s foot, makeup removal, dried lips, and used in pesticides due to its non-toxic fungicidal properties.
- Juniper berry oil, used as a flavor. Also used medicinally, including traditional medicine.
- Laurus nobilis
- Lavender oil, used in the production of perfume and also in aromatherapy. This wonderful scent aids in relaxation,reduction of anxiety and is a great additive to message oil. Lavender oil also has medicinal purposes which include, pain relief from insect bites, scrapes and sunburn. It is also used as an antiseptic, relief from headaches and help treat coughs and respiratory infections.
- Ledum
- Lemon oil, similar in fragrance to the fruit. Unlike other essential oils, lemon oil is usually cold pressed. Used medicinally, as an antiseptic, and in cosmetics.
- Lemongrass. Lemongrass is a highy fragrant grass from India. In India, it is used to help treat fevers and infections. The oil is very useful for insect repellent.
- Lime, anti septic, anti viral, astringent, aperitif, bactericidal, disinfectant, febrifuge, haemostatic, restorative and tonic.
- Litsea cubeba oil, lemon-like scent, often used in perfumes and aromatherapy.
- Mandarin
- Marjoram
- Melaleuca See Tea tree oil
- Melissa oil (Lemon balm), sweet smelling oil used primarily medicinally, particularly in aromatherapy.
- Mentha arvensis oil/Mint oil, used in flavoring toothpastes, mouthwashes and pharmaceuticals, as well as in aromatherapy and other medicinal applications.
- Mountain Savory
- Mugwort oil, used in ancient times for medicinal and magical purposes. Currently considered to be a neurotoxin.
- Mustard oil (essential oil), containing a high percentage of allyl isothiocyanate or other isothiocyanates, depending on the species of mustard
- Myrrh oil, warm, slightly musty smell. Used medicinally.
- Myrtle
- Neem oil or Neem Tree Oil
- Neroli is produced from the blossom of the bitter orange tree.
- Nutmeg
- Orange oil, like lemon oil, cold pressed rather than distilled. Consists of 90% d-Limonene. Used as a fragrance, in cleaning products and in flavoring foods.
- Oregano oil, contains thymol and carvacrol, making it a useful fungicide. Also used to treat digestive problems.
- Orris oil is extracted from the roots of the Florentine iris (Iris florentina) and used as a flavouring agent, in perfume, and medicinally.
- Palo Santo
- Parsley oil, used in soaps, detergents, colognes, cosmetics and perfumes, especially men’s fragrances.
- Patchouli oil, very common ingredient in perfumes.
- Perilla essential oil, extracted from the leaves of the perilla plant. Contains about 50-60% perillaldehyde.
- Pennyroyal oil, highly toxic. It is abortifacient and can even in small quantities cause acute liver and lung damage.
- Peppermint oil, used in a wide variety of medicinal applications.
- Petitgrain
- Pine oil, used as a disinfectant, and in aromatherapy.
- Ravensara
- Red Cedar
- Roman Chamomile
- Rose oil, distilled from rose petals, Used primarily as a fragrance.
- Rosehip oil, distilled from the seeds of the Rosa rubiginosa or Rosa mosqueta. Used medicinally.
- Rosemary oil, distilled from the flowers of Rosmarinus officinalis. Used in aromatherapy, topically to sooth muscles, and medicinal for its antibacterial and antifungal properties.
- Rosewood oil, used primarily for skin care applications. Also used medicinally.
- Sage oil, used for skin care, cleansing, disinfecting, moisturizing, acne removal, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and other medicinal purposes.
- Sandalwood oil, used primarily as a fragrance, for its pleasant, woody fragrance.
- Sassafras oil, from sassafras root bark. Used in aromatherapy, soap-making, perfumes, and the like. Formerly used as a spice, and as the primary flavoring of root beer, inter alia.
- Savory oil, from Satureja species. Used in aromatherapy, cosmetic and soap-making applic
- Schisandra oil, from Schisandra chinensis, used medicinally.
- Spearmint oil, often used in flavoring mouthwash and chewing gum, among other applications.
- Spikenard, used medicinally.
- Spruce
- Star anise oil, highly fragrant oil using in cooking. Also used in perfumery and soaps, has been used in toothpastes, mouthwashes, and skin creams.[28] 90% of the world’s star anise crop is used in the manufacture of Tamiflu, a drug used to treat influenza, and is hoped to be useful for avian flu
- Tangerine
- Tarragon oil, distilled from Artemisia dracunculus, used medicinally.
- Tea tree oil, distilled from Melaleuca alternifolia, used medicinally. A powerful antiseptic, antibacterial and antiviral agent
- Thyme oil, used to reduce hair loss, relieve rheumatism, avoid flatulence, relieve chronic bronchitis, fight fatigue, gout, cold, flu and to flavor pasta and vegetables.
- Tsuga
- Turmeric, used medicinally and to flavor food
- Valerian, used medicinally
- Vetiver oil (khus oil) a thick, amber oil, primarily from India. Used as a fixative in perfumery, and in aromatherapy
- Western red cedar
- Wintergreen
- Yarrow oil is used medicinally, to relieve joint pain
- Ylang-ylang
- Zedoary, used medicinally and to flavor food
Citrus Essential Oils
What are Citrus Essential Oils?
Citrus fruits are very popular during the summer since they are common choices for preparing cold refreshments such as citrus juices. But they aren’t just popular because of their rich taste but also due to their powerful health benefits. It is no secret how eating citrus fruits have been promoted for so long due to its ability to boost your body’s natural immunity against diseases. In addition to preparing healthy juices, citrus fruits are also extracted to produce essential oils that have a wide range of application in the field of aromatherapy. The distinct aroma and essences from citrus oils produce a wide array of benefits to your body.
Citrus essential oils
are extracted using two common methods, which is either pressing or steam distillation method. Although citrus fruits come in a wide range of varieties, you can easily recognize that familiar and distinct aroma you can only produce with citrus fruits. The light aroma invokes your senses and boosts your body’s energy level. If you want to enjoy the benefits of citrus oils in aromatherapy, read more about the specific properties of each oil below and how you can utilize them.
Lemon Oil
This is one of the most common citrus oils around, which emits a fairly traditional scent that is subtle enough to produce an uplifting effect on your body. The diffusion method is the most effective method for utilizing the essences of lemon oil such that its aroma is distributed throughout the entire room to be easily inhaled. Upon inhalation of the aroma coming from this essential oil, one can benefit from immediate stress relief while acting as a natural air freshener. Indeed, the subtle aroma from this oil and the antibacterial properties help to eliminate any harmful bacteria found in the atmosphere to cleanse the air you breathe in. Limonene is a natural chemical constituent found in the extracted lemon oil, which is responsible for its lemony aroma.
Lime Oil
Among all known citrus essential oils, lime oil probably produces the most potent aroma there is. Even if you add only a small drop of this particular oil, it is still capable of producing a powerful aroma that can make a huge difference when used in aromatherapy applications. To produce the essential oils from the lime fruit, it undergoes a cold pressed method. The resulting oil provides a distinct yet fresh aroma that makes an excellent addition to any essential oil blend due to its complexity in nature.
Just like lemon oil, lime essential oil is a popular essential oil to use for creating room mists. This is due to the ability of lime oil to provide a cleansing and renewing effect on your mind, body, and spirit. It is also a great choice of oil for holistic aromatherapy application.
Petitgrain Oil
This citrus oil is often referred to as floral essential oil, which is extracted from the same plant used to produce both bitter orange and neroli essential oils. However, unlike neroli that utilizes the flowering parts of the plant, petitgrain essential oil is derived using the leaves, twigs, and branches of the Citrus aurantium plant. The plant parts then undergo a steam distillation process to isolate the essential oil components of the plant material and use it for aromatherapy. It therefore explains the similarities in the characteristics and aroma of petitgrain with neroli and bitter orange essential oils.
Neroli Oil
Although categorized as a floral essential oil, neroli oil is derived from a plant belonging to the Citrus family. To be specific, it is extracted from a plant specie known as Citrus aurantium via the steam distillation method. The fragrance emitted from neroli oil is gentle, sweet, and with a hint of citrus aroma. This type of essential oil is quite rare though as compared to other citrus essential oils, thus buying them can be more expensive than others. But this oil is rich in chemical constituents and other vital healing properties, such that a little amount of this oil can be powerful enough to cure a wide range of diseases.
Grapefruit Oil
The fruit itself might not be too appetizing for most people to consume, but essential oils derived from grapefruit plant promise a lot of wonderful health benefits. The aroma of the oil itself is rather sweet, but with a hint of tartness or citrus. When used in an inhalation method, grapefruit oil is really effective in uplifting your mood and fostering a positive state of mind. To use grapefruit oil and enjoy its benefits, you can add a few drops into your pillow to improve quality of sleep at night. Or, you can also use a diffuser to allow the aroma to disperse all throughout the room so you can easily inhale into it. Diffusing grapefruit oil in the morning is a great way to energize your body for the activity ahead, while diffusing during the night will help relax your exhausted body and produce a sound sleeping habit.
Herbal & Natural Remedies
What Is Bergamot Oil?
Bergamot Oil
Although one of the most popular, bergamot oil remains to be one of the most expensive essential oils around today. It is derived via a cold pressed method that produces complex oil with a subtle hint of citrus in its aroma. But one reason why it is sold expensive in the market is due to the wide range of health applications that you can make use with it. For people suffering from depression and other relate psychological conditions, using either inhalation or diffusion methods are known to effectively address this condition. Meanwhile, those suffering from skin disorders such as acne and oily skin can benefit from bergamot oil as a natural skin care product. However, you need to limit or avoid sun exposure when applying citrus oils on your skin since they can be phototoxic and might cause harm on your skin when exposed to the sun over a long period of time.
Citrus Oils
Why Use Citrus Oils?Citrus essential oils are undeniably one of the most beneficial groups of essential oils. Aside from the benefits listed for each citrus oil, you can enjoy general benefits from using these oils during aromatherapy:
*Natural skin care due to the antioxidant and vitamin C properties of citrus oils;
*Improved cardiovascular condition due to lower blood cholesterol, balanced blood sugar content, and liver detoxification;
*Improved digestion due to the cleansing effect of citrus oils; and
*Mood regulation because of citrus oils’ ability to boost serotonin production that produce an uplifting effect on the body.
Citrus fruits are very popular during the summer since they are common choices for preparing cold refreshments such as citrus juices. But they aren’t just popular because of their rich taste but also due to their powerful health benefits. It is no secret how eating citrus fruits have been promoted for so long due to its ability to boost your body’s natural immunity against diseases. In addition to preparing healthy juices, citrus fruits are also extracted to produce essential oils that have a wide range of application in the field of aromatherapy. The distinct aroma and essences from citrus oils produce a wide array of benefits to your body.
Citrus essential oils
are extracted using two common methods, which is either pressing or steam distillation method. Although citrus fruits come in a wide range of varieties, you can easily recognize that familiar and distinct aroma you can only produce with citrus fruits. The light aroma invokes your senses and boosts your body’s energy level. If you want to enjoy the benefits of citrus oils in aromatherapy, read more about the specific properties of each oil below and how you can utilize them.
Lemon Oil
This is one of the most common citrus oils around, which emits a fairly traditional scent that is subtle enough to produce an uplifting effect on your body. The diffusion method is the most effective method for utilizing the essences of lemon oil such that its aroma is distributed throughout the entire room to be easily inhaled. Upon inhalation of the aroma coming from this essential oil, one can benefit from immediate stress relief while acting as a natural air freshener. Indeed, the subtle aroma from this oil and the antibacterial properties help to eliminate any harmful bacteria found in the atmosphere to cleanse the air you breathe in. Limonene is a natural chemical constituent found in the extracted lemon oil, which is responsible for its lemony aroma.
Lime Oil
Among all known citrus essential oils, lime oil probably produces the most potent aroma there is. Even if you add only a small drop of this particular oil, it is still capable of producing a powerful aroma that can make a huge difference when used in aromatherapy applications. To produce the essential oils from the lime fruit, it undergoes a cold pressed method. The resulting oil provides a distinct yet fresh aroma that makes an excellent addition to any essential oil blend due to its complexity in nature.
Just like lemon oil, lime essential oil is a popular essential oil to use for creating room mists. This is due to the ability of lime oil to provide a cleansing and renewing effect on your mind, body, and spirit. It is also a great choice of oil for holistic aromatherapy application.
Petitgrain Oil
This citrus oil is often referred to as floral essential oil, which is extracted from the same plant used to produce both bitter orange and neroli essential oils. However, unlike neroli that utilizes the flowering parts of the plant, petitgrain essential oil is derived using the leaves, twigs, and branches of the Citrus aurantium plant. The plant parts then undergo a steam distillation process to isolate the essential oil components of the plant material and use it for aromatherapy. It therefore explains the similarities in the characteristics and aroma of petitgrain with neroli and bitter orange essential oils.
Neroli Oil
Although categorized as a floral essential oil, neroli oil is derived from a plant belonging to the Citrus family. To be specific, it is extracted from a plant specie known as Citrus aurantium via the steam distillation method. The fragrance emitted from neroli oil is gentle, sweet, and with a hint of citrus aroma. This type of essential oil is quite rare though as compared to other citrus essential oils, thus buying them can be more expensive than others. But this oil is rich in chemical constituents and other vital healing properties, such that a little amount of this oil can be powerful enough to cure a wide range of diseases.
Grapefruit Oil
The fruit itself might not be too appetizing for most people to consume, but essential oils derived from grapefruit plant promise a lot of wonderful health benefits. The aroma of the oil itself is rather sweet, but with a hint of tartness or citrus. When used in an inhalation method, grapefruit oil is really effective in uplifting your mood and fostering a positive state of mind. To use grapefruit oil and enjoy its benefits, you can add a few drops into your pillow to improve quality of sleep at night. Or, you can also use a diffuser to allow the aroma to disperse all throughout the room so you can easily inhale into it. Diffusing grapefruit oil in the morning is a great way to energize your body for the activity ahead, while diffusing during the night will help relax your exhausted body and produce a sound sleeping habit.
Herbal & Natural Remedies
What Is Bergamot Oil?
Bergamot Oil
Although one of the most popular, bergamot oil remains to be one of the most expensive essential oils around today. It is derived via a cold pressed method that produces complex oil with a subtle hint of citrus in its aroma. But one reason why it is sold expensive in the market is due to the wide range of health applications that you can make use with it. For people suffering from depression and other relate psychological conditions, using either inhalation or diffusion methods are known to effectively address this condition. Meanwhile, those suffering from skin disorders such as acne and oily skin can benefit from bergamot oil as a natural skin care product. However, you need to limit or avoid sun exposure when applying citrus oils on your skin since they can be phototoxic and might cause harm on your skin when exposed to the sun over a long period of time.
Citrus Oils
Why Use Citrus Oils?Citrus essential oils are undeniably one of the most beneficial groups of essential oils. Aside from the benefits listed for each citrus oil, you can enjoy general benefits from using these oils during aromatherapy:
*Natural skin care due to the antioxidant and vitamin C properties of citrus oils;
*Improved cardiovascular condition due to lower blood cholesterol, balanced blood sugar content, and liver detoxification;
*Improved digestion due to the cleansing effect of citrus oils; and
*Mood regulation because of citrus oils’ ability to boost serotonin production that produce an uplifting effect on the body.
Spring Essential Oils
- Cypress – helps to ease breathing and suppress coughing.
- Eucalyptus Polybractea – is a powerful aid to help with congestion, headaches, and breathing.
- Lavender – helps to clear congestion, build immunity, relieve headaches, ease muscle pain, and aid in relaxation
- Lemon – helps to protect immunity, alkalize the body, and relieve excess mucous
- Myrtle – supports the immune system and reduce sinus pressure
- Peppermint – helps to ease breathing, fight infection, help congestion, and relieve headaches
- Roman Chamomile – helps to relax, as well as relieve headaches and inflammation
- Frankincense – good for congestion
Summer Essential Oils
Tea Tree:
- antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, antibiotic, antifungal, expectorant, insecticide, cicatrisant (wound healer), etc.
- infections, ringworm, athlete's foot, sunburn, shaving and other cuts, warts, pimples, etc.
- May irritate sensitive skin.
- antiseptic, antibiotic, antidepressant, antispasmodic, diuretic, analgesic, nervine, immune stimulant, sedative. antiviral, carminative, decongestant, fungicide
- burns and blisters, wounds (cell regenerator, minismizes swelling and scarring), insect bites. stings,heat exhaustion
- Avoid during the first trimester of preganancy
- digestive, carminative, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, febrifuge, nervine, analgesic, astringent, decongestant. expectorant, stomachic, vermifuge
- indigestion, flatulence, halitosis, skin irritations, flu, colds, coughs, fever, headaches, migraines, fatigue, toothache, flea and ant repellant
- May irritate sensitive skin and mucous membranes. Avoid during pregnancy and while nursing. May antidote homeopathic remedies.
- vulnerary, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibiotic, diuretic, insecticide, stimulant, analgesic, antiviral, decongestant, expectorant, febrifuge
- coughs, colds, cystitis, sunburn, heat exhaustion, insect repellant
- Avoid if you have high blood pressure or epilepsy. May antidote homeopathic remedies.
- antiseptic, antidepressant, deodorant, insecticide, stimulant, parasiticide
- bug repellent (mosquitos, moths, fleas), to refresh tired and sweaty feet after exercise, germ killer
- antibacterial, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, analgesic, diuretic, sedative, anti-allergenic, antidepressant, stomachic, vulnerary, antiemetic, carminative. digestive, febrifuge, nervine
- external inflammations, teething, nervousness, irritability, depression, burns, sunburns, asthma, hayfever, sprains, strains, nausea, fever
- Avoid during the first trimester of pregnancy.
- antiemetic, antibacterial, antiseptic, analgesic, carminative, insecticide, stimulant
- stomachic, toothach, digestive problems, nausea, sinusitis
- Skin irritant. Do not use in massage
- antiseptic. analgesic, antirheumatic. antispasmodic, antidepressant, astringent. carminnive. cicatrisant. digestive, diuretic. stimulant.
- vulnerary, stomachic, nervine, etc., muscular aches and pains sprains, fatigue (mental and physical), headaches, migraines, coughs, flu
Autumn Essential Oils
- Orange
- Ginger
- Patchouli
- Lime
- Sage
- Cinnamon
- Clove Bud
- Nutmeg
Winter Essential Oils
- Grapefruit
- Orange
- Bergamot
- Lime
- Spearmint
- Peppermint
- Chamomile
- Marjoram
- Rosemary
In the world of plants, winter is a time of rest and dormancy. During this season the processes of life and regeneration are subtle and hidden away. Bulbs, roots and rhizomes nourish growth deep within their structures. Buds enfold developing leaves, stems and flowers, while seeds and fruits sustain the embryonic forms of plants.As non-hibernating, daytime creatures, we humans can grow restless and depressed during the darkness of winter, cut off from the light and life that we thrive on most of the year. Aromatherapy brings us the aromatic energy of living plants in the form of essential oils. These fragrances are a natural antidote to the emotionally debilitating effects of winter.
The ripe berry of the juniper tree, Juniperus communis, yields an essential oil that is particularly well suited to this task. The essential oil is contained in the resinous purple berry, which surrounds a cluster of brown seeds. The oil is extracted from the partially dried fruits by steam distillation. It is colorless or slightly greenish yellow with a refreshing, bracing, sweet foresty aroma.
Juniperus communis grows throughout Europe and Asia, often inhabiting rocky exposed areas. Virtually all of the juniper berry crop is harvested in the wild. It takes two seasons for the berries to ripen into plump, bluish-purple fruits about 1/4 inch across. Northern Italy and Yugoslavia produce some of the finest, largest berries with high resin and sugar content. The largest Italian berries are sold at a premium as a specialty culinary item for sauces and preserves. Much of the harvest is used to produce gin. The fermented, spent berries from this process are re-distilled to produce an essential oil. Such oils are identifiable by their more harsh-woody, less sweet and delicate aroma.
Juniper berry essential oil contains mainly pinene, myrcene, sabinene and limonene. These constituents are also found in other winter season oils including pine, cypress and fir needle. Juniper berry oil blends especially well with these oils. Juniper oil is refreshing, clarifying and uplifting to the spirit. Its physical actions are cleansing, astringent (for oily complexions) and toning.
A wintertime aromatherapy blend featuring juniper oil can be adapted for use as an invigorating massage oil or a holiday fragrance. This recipe will yield about 1 teaspoon of concentrated essential oil blend. The blend can be diluted in vegetable oil for a massage oil preparation or diffused for scenting the home. For a massage oil, dilute 12 drops of the blend in 3 ounces of vegetable oil. To diffuse into the air, use a candle diffuser or terra cotta ornament style diffuser.
Wintertime Aromatherapy Blend
Aromatherapy is supportive in the winter season of quiet regeneration. Juniper berry oil is well suited for this purpose, being pleasantly sweet and fruity with a gently invigorating fresh evergreen tone. Combined with other winter season oils like pine and fir needle and sweetened with a fruity citrus oil like bergamot, juniper berry becomes an indispensable aroma with therapeutic and aesthetic applications.
Heavenly Angels Shower Gels
Shower gel or shower cream, also known as bodywash, is the general term for a substance similar to liquid soap, which is used for cleaning the body. Almost all commercial shower gels have a pleasing scent and do not contain any saponified oil however, instead being products of petroleum. Shower gel/bodywash is an emulsion of water and detergent base with added fragrance used as a skin cleansing agent in the shower or bath. It has chemical advantages over soap because it is milder at cleansing and less irritating to the skin, lathers better in hard water areas and does not leave a mineral residue on the skin or in the bathtub after usage.
Heavenly Angels Body Oils
Body oil is a skin care product that is generally recommended as treatment or prevention of extremely dry skin. Its main ingredients tend to be oils extracted from natural sources, such as from fruit or vegetable seeds, which give the product a smooth texture. Other common active ingredients include vitamin E and fatty acids, both of which have moisturizing properties.
For body oil to be most effective, manufacturers will typically recommend that the product be applied while the user’s skin is still damp. Since body oil is obviously oil-based, while other body lotions are creams are water-based, it is thought to create a barrier against the outside of the skin. The oil barrier may help trap the water from a shower or bath onto the skin so it can sink in and provide extensive moisture, rather than being rubbed off or only lightly moisturizing the very top layer of the skin.
For body oil to be most effective, manufacturers will typically recommend that the product be applied while the user’s skin is still damp. Since body oil is obviously oil-based, while other body lotions are creams are water-based, it is thought to create a barrier against the outside of the skin. The oil barrier may help trap the water from a shower or bath onto the skin so it can sink in and provide extensive moisture, rather than being rubbed off or only lightly moisturizing the very top layer of the skin.
Heavenly Angels Lotions
A lotion is a low- to medium-viscosity topical preparation intended for application to un brokenskin. By contrast, creams and gels have higher viscosity.
Lotions are applied to external skin with bare hands, a clean cloth, cotton wool or gauze. Many lotions, especially hand lotions and body lotions are formulated not as a medicine delivery system, but simply to smooth, re-hydrate, and soften the skin. These are particularly popular with the aging and aged demographic groups, and in the case of face usage, can also be classified as a cosmetic in many cases, and may contain fragrances.
Most lotions are oil-in-water emulsions using a substance such as cetearyl alcohol to keep the emulsion together, but water-in-oil lotions are also formulated. The key components of a skin care lotion, cream or gel emulsion (that is mixtures of oil and water) are the aqueous and oily phases, an emulgent to prevent separation of these two phases, and, if used, the drug substance or substances. A wide variety of other ingredients such as fragrances, glycerol, petroleum jelly, dyes, preservatives, proteins and stabilizing agents are commonly added to lotions. Lotions can be used for the delivery to the skin of medications such as:
Lotions are applied to external skin with bare hands, a clean cloth, cotton wool or gauze. Many lotions, especially hand lotions and body lotions are formulated not as a medicine delivery system, but simply to smooth, re-hydrate, and soften the skin. These are particularly popular with the aging and aged demographic groups, and in the case of face usage, can also be classified as a cosmetic in many cases, and may contain fragrances.
Most lotions are oil-in-water emulsions using a substance such as cetearyl alcohol to keep the emulsion together, but water-in-oil lotions are also formulated. The key components of a skin care lotion, cream or gel emulsion (that is mixtures of oil and water) are the aqueous and oily phases, an emulgent to prevent separation of these two phases, and, if used, the drug substance or substances. A wide variety of other ingredients such as fragrances, glycerol, petroleum jelly, dyes, preservatives, proteins and stabilizing agents are commonly added to lotions. Lotions can be used for the delivery to the skin of medications such as:
- Antibiotics
- Antiseptics
- Antifungals
- Corticosteroids
- Anti-acne agents
- Soothing, smoothing, moisturizing or protective agents (such as calamine)
Heavenly Angels Bath Salts
Bath salts is the informal "street name" for a family of designer drugs often containing substituted cathinones, which have effects similar to amphetamine and cocaine. Their white crystals often resemble legal bathing products like epsom salts, but are chemically disparate from actual bath salts. Bath salts' packaging often states "not for human consumption" in an attempt to avoid the prohibition of drugs. Other "street names" for this drug are Ivory Wave, Purple Wave, Vanilla Sky, and Bliss.
Health issues
Users of bath salts have reported experiencing symptoms including headache, heart palpitations, nausea, and cold fingers. Hallucinations, paranoia, and panic attacks have also been reported, and news media have reported associations with violent behavior, heart attack, kidney failure, liver failure, suicide, an increased tolerance for pain, dehydration, and breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue.
Visual symptoms similar to those of stimulant overdoses include dilated pupils, involuntary muscle movement, rapid heartbeat and high blood pressure. Many documented users have also had a history of mental illness.
The effects of "bath salts" on a developing fetus are unknown. However, the use of cocaine and meth (which have effects similar to "bath salts") during pregnancy has been linked to an increased risk of miscarriage, premature delivery, and decreased birth weight. These newborns were also more likely to be irritable, malnourished, and suffer from sleep disturbances within the first few weeks after birth.
Health issues
Users of bath salts have reported experiencing symptoms including headache, heart palpitations, nausea, and cold fingers. Hallucinations, paranoia, and panic attacks have also been reported, and news media have reported associations with violent behavior, heart attack, kidney failure, liver failure, suicide, an increased tolerance for pain, dehydration, and breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue.
Visual symptoms similar to those of stimulant overdoses include dilated pupils, involuntary muscle movement, rapid heartbeat and high blood pressure. Many documented users have also had a history of mental illness.
The effects of "bath salts" on a developing fetus are unknown. However, the use of cocaine and meth (which have effects similar to "bath salts") during pregnancy has been linked to an increased risk of miscarriage, premature delivery, and decreased birth weight. These newborns were also more likely to be irritable, malnourished, and suffer from sleep disturbances within the first few weeks after birth.
Heavenly Angels Scented Shea Butters
Shea butter is a slightly yellowish or ivory-colored fat extracted from the nut of the African shea tree (Vitellaria paradoxa). Shea butter is a triglyceride (fat) derived mainly from stearic acid and oleic acid. It is widely used in cosmetics as a moisturizer, salve or lotion. Shea butter is edible and is used in food preparation in Africa and also as a prophylactic. Occasionally the chocolate industry uses shea butter mixed with other oils as a substitute for cocoa butter, although the taste is noticeably different.
The English word "shea" comes from s’í, the tree's name in the Bamana language of Mali The French name karité comes from ghariti, its equivalent in the Wolof language of Senegal. In some parts of West Africa, Shea Butter is referred to as Ori.
Shea butter is mainly used in the cosmetics industry for skin and hair related products (lip gloss, skin moisturizer creams and emulsions, and hair conditioners for dry and brittle hair). It is also used by soap makers, typically in small amounts (5-7% of the oils in the recipe), because of its property of leaving a small amount of oil in the soap. In some African countries such as Benin, shea butter is used for cooking oil, as a waterproofing wax, for hairdressing, for candle-making, and also as an ingredient in medicinal ointments. It is also used by makers of traditional African percussion instruments to increase the durability of wood (such as carved djembe shells), dried calabash gourds, and leather tuning straps.
Medicinal Facts and Uses
Shea butter is sometimes used as a base for medicinal ointments. Some of the isolated chemical constituents are reported to have anti-inflammatory, emollient and humectant properties. Shea butter has been used as a sun blocking lotion and has a limited capacity to absorb ultraviolet radiation.In Ghana, shea butter, locally known as nkuto (Akan) or nku (Ga) is used as lotion to protect the skin during the dry Harmattan season.
In Nigeria shea butter is used for the management of sinusitis and relief of nasal congestion. It is also massaged into joints and other parts of the body where pain is experienced.
Healing Qualities
The healing qualities of Shea butter are due to the presence of several fatty acids and plant sterols, namely oleic, stearic, palmitic and linolenic acids. These oil-soluble components are nonsaponifiable, meaning they do not undergo saponification, or convert to soap, when introduced to an alkali. Shea butter possesses a significantly greater nonsaponifiable fraction than most other nut oils and fats, which lends the substance greater healing potential for the skin.
Anti-Inflammatory PropertiesShea butter contains several derivatives of cinnamic acid, a compound common to cinnamon and balsam trees. In the May 2010 issue of the "Journal of Oleo Science," Toshihiro Akihisa and fellow researchers published the results of a study that investigated the effects of four triterpene acids and four triterpene cinnamates isolated from Shea butter on tissue swelling in mouse skin. The scientists reported that Shea butter not only demonstrated anti-inflammatory benefits, but one compound, lupeol cinnamate, also prevented tumor development in a carcinogenesis test, a procedure in which cancer cells are literally "grown" in a culture dish.
Antioxidant ContentShea butter contains vitamins A and E, as well as catechins, plant antioxidants also found in green tea. While it is unclear how well vitamins A and E in raw Shea butter are absorbed, there is evidence to suggest that cinnamic acid esters in Shea fat help to prevent skin damage from ultraviolet radiation.
Other Uses
Shea butter softens and conditions leather and wood, so musicians use it to improve the flexibility of leather tuning straps, and the pitch and timbre of animal skin drums and other percussion instruments. Africans use Shea butter in cooking. In other parts of the world, manufacturers add Shea butter to margarine.
Precautions
Shea butter is available in different grades, which depend on the extraction method. For best results, unrefined Shea butter, or grade A, is preferred. If you have a known allergy to other tree nuts, you may experience a reaction to Shea butter. Consult your physician or allergist before using this product, if this is the case.
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The English word "shea" comes from s’í, the tree's name in the Bamana language of Mali The French name karité comes from ghariti, its equivalent in the Wolof language of Senegal. In some parts of West Africa, Shea Butter is referred to as Ori.
Shea butter is mainly used in the cosmetics industry for skin and hair related products (lip gloss, skin moisturizer creams and emulsions, and hair conditioners for dry and brittle hair). It is also used by soap makers, typically in small amounts (5-7% of the oils in the recipe), because of its property of leaving a small amount of oil in the soap. In some African countries such as Benin, shea butter is used for cooking oil, as a waterproofing wax, for hairdressing, for candle-making, and also as an ingredient in medicinal ointments. It is also used by makers of traditional African percussion instruments to increase the durability of wood (such as carved djembe shells), dried calabash gourds, and leather tuning straps.
Medicinal Facts and Uses
Shea butter is sometimes used as a base for medicinal ointments. Some of the isolated chemical constituents are reported to have anti-inflammatory, emollient and humectant properties. Shea butter has been used as a sun blocking lotion and has a limited capacity to absorb ultraviolet radiation.In Ghana, shea butter, locally known as nkuto (Akan) or nku (Ga) is used as lotion to protect the skin during the dry Harmattan season.
In Nigeria shea butter is used for the management of sinusitis and relief of nasal congestion. It is also massaged into joints and other parts of the body where pain is experienced.
Healing Qualities
The healing qualities of Shea butter are due to the presence of several fatty acids and plant sterols, namely oleic, stearic, palmitic and linolenic acids. These oil-soluble components are nonsaponifiable, meaning they do not undergo saponification, or convert to soap, when introduced to an alkali. Shea butter possesses a significantly greater nonsaponifiable fraction than most other nut oils and fats, which lends the substance greater healing potential for the skin.
Anti-Inflammatory PropertiesShea butter contains several derivatives of cinnamic acid, a compound common to cinnamon and balsam trees. In the May 2010 issue of the "Journal of Oleo Science," Toshihiro Akihisa and fellow researchers published the results of a study that investigated the effects of four triterpene acids and four triterpene cinnamates isolated from Shea butter on tissue swelling in mouse skin. The scientists reported that Shea butter not only demonstrated anti-inflammatory benefits, but one compound, lupeol cinnamate, also prevented tumor development in a carcinogenesis test, a procedure in which cancer cells are literally "grown" in a culture dish.
Antioxidant ContentShea butter contains vitamins A and E, as well as catechins, plant antioxidants also found in green tea. While it is unclear how well vitamins A and E in raw Shea butter are absorbed, there is evidence to suggest that cinnamic acid esters in Shea fat help to prevent skin damage from ultraviolet radiation.
Other Uses
Shea butter softens and conditions leather and wood, so musicians use it to improve the flexibility of leather tuning straps, and the pitch and timbre of animal skin drums and other percussion instruments. Africans use Shea butter in cooking. In other parts of the world, manufacturers add Shea butter to margarine.
Precautions
Shea butter is available in different grades, which depend on the extraction method. For best results, unrefined Shea butter, or grade A, is preferred. If you have a known allergy to other tree nuts, you may experience a reaction to Shea butter. Consult your physician or allergist before using this product, if this is the case.
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Heavenly Angels Hair Shampoos
Shampoo is a type of cleaning agent that is used on hair. In most cases, the cleaning agent comes dissolved in a liquid. The liquid solution is massaged into wet hair, and creates a lather that breaks up deposits of oil and dirt. The lather is then rinsed from the hair after a few minutes, leaving the hair clean.
Shampoos have a number of qualities that should be considered before use. How well a shampoo cleans is very important, and individual brands usually come in slightly different formulations for either “normal” or “oily” hair. The fragrance that a shampoo leaves in the hair is also a major consideration, and is why scented shampoos are so popular. Other factors often taken into account include how shiny the shampoo makes the hair, possible irritation of the scalp, toxicity, price, if organic ingredients have been used, and whether or not the shampoo has been tested on animals.
There are many different categories of specialty shampoos, with each type claiming to have properties beyond cleaning hair. A few of these categories are: lice killing shampoos that help get rid of lice infestations; anti-dandruff shampoos that often contain fungicides, chemicals that can assist in removing white flakes in hair; clarifying shampoos that remove hair-care product buildup; baby shampoos that are specially formulated to be gentle; thickening shampoos that purport to make hair fuller; straightening shampoos that make hair less curly; 2-in-1 shampoos that contain conditioners; and dry shampoos that can be used without water.
Shampoos have a number of qualities that should be considered before use. How well a shampoo cleans is very important, and individual brands usually come in slightly different formulations for either “normal” or “oily” hair. The fragrance that a shampoo leaves in the hair is also a major consideration, and is why scented shampoos are so popular. Other factors often taken into account include how shiny the shampoo makes the hair, possible irritation of the scalp, toxicity, price, if organic ingredients have been used, and whether or not the shampoo has been tested on animals.
There are many different categories of specialty shampoos, with each type claiming to have properties beyond cleaning hair. A few of these categories are: lice killing shampoos that help get rid of lice infestations; anti-dandruff shampoos that often contain fungicides, chemicals that can assist in removing white flakes in hair; clarifying shampoos that remove hair-care product buildup; baby shampoos that are specially formulated to be gentle; thickening shampoos that purport to make hair fuller; straightening shampoos that make hair less curly; 2-in-1 shampoos that contain conditioners; and dry shampoos that can be used without water.
Heavenly Angels Hair Conditioners
Hair conditioner is a hair care product that is applied after shampooing in order to condition thehair. Hair conditioner is most useful for people with dry or damaged hair, as people with naturally oily hair may find conditioner weighs their hair down rather than improves the overall look and feel of it. There are a wide range of hair conditioners, including those you rinse out, leave in, or spray on.
Hair conditioner that is applied after shampooing and then rinsed out is the most common type of application for people with dry or damaged hair. Its purpose is to condition the hair by restoring moisture, albeit artificially, and smoothing the cuticles of the hair follicles. Hairconditioner is often comprised of both artificial and natural ingredients with some of the more common natural moisturizers including jojoba, tea tree oil, shea butter, and aloe.
Leave-in conditioner is another type of hair conditioner that is either sprayed on or rubbed in to towel-dried hair and permitted to remain on the hair without rinsing. This can be a particularly useful method of conditioning hair, especially for highly active individuals. Spray on conditioneris great for swimmers and athletes to use between deeper, more intensive conditioning treatments.
Hair conditioner that is applied after shampooing and then rinsed out is the most common type of application for people with dry or damaged hair. Its purpose is to condition the hair by restoring moisture, albeit artificially, and smoothing the cuticles of the hair follicles. Hairconditioner is often comprised of both artificial and natural ingredients with some of the more common natural moisturizers including jojoba, tea tree oil, shea butter, and aloe.
Leave-in conditioner is another type of hair conditioner that is either sprayed on or rubbed in to towel-dried hair and permitted to remain on the hair without rinsing. This can be a particularly useful method of conditioning hair, especially for highly active individuals. Spray on conditioneris great for swimmers and athletes to use between deeper, more intensive conditioning treatments.
Heavenly Angels Teas
Coming in 2014
Tea is an aromatic beverage commonly prepared by pouring hot or boiling water over cured leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. After water, tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world. It has a cooling, slightly bitter, and astringent flavour that many people enjoy.
Tea likely originated in China during the Shang Dynasty as a medicinal drink. Tea was first introduced to Portuguese priests and merchants in China during the 16th century. Drinking tea became popular in Britain during the 17th century. The British introduced tea to India, in order to compete with the Chinese monopoly on tea.
Tea has historically been promoted for having a variety of positive health benefits, and recent human studies suggest that green tea may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and some forms of cancer, promote oral health, reduce blood pressure, help with weight control, improve antibacterial and antivirasic activity, provide protection from solar ultraviolet light, increase bone mineral density, and have "anti-fibrotic properties, and neuroprotective power."Additional research is needed to "fully understand its contributions to human health, and advise its regular consumption in Western diets."
Tea catechins have known anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective activities, help to regulate food intake, and have an affinity for cannabinoid receptors, which may suppress pain, nausea, and provide calming effects. Consumption of green tea is associated with a lower risk of diseases that cause functional disability, such as “stroke, cognitive impairment, and osteoporosis” in the elderly.Tea contains L-theanine, and its consumption is strongly associated with a calm but alert and focused, relatively productive (alpha wave dominant), mental state in humans. This mental state is also common to meditative practice.
The phrase "herbal tea" usually refers to infusions of fruit or herbs made without the tea plant, such as rosehip tea, chamomile tea, or rooibos tea. Alternative phrases for this are tisane or herbal infusion, both bearing an implied contrast with "tea" as it is construed here.
Tea is an aromatic beverage commonly prepared by pouring hot or boiling water over cured leaves of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis. After water, tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world. It has a cooling, slightly bitter, and astringent flavour that many people enjoy.
Tea likely originated in China during the Shang Dynasty as a medicinal drink. Tea was first introduced to Portuguese priests and merchants in China during the 16th century. Drinking tea became popular in Britain during the 17th century. The British introduced tea to India, in order to compete with the Chinese monopoly on tea.
Tea has historically been promoted for having a variety of positive health benefits, and recent human studies suggest that green tea may help reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and some forms of cancer, promote oral health, reduce blood pressure, help with weight control, improve antibacterial and antivirasic activity, provide protection from solar ultraviolet light, increase bone mineral density, and have "anti-fibrotic properties, and neuroprotective power."Additional research is needed to "fully understand its contributions to human health, and advise its regular consumption in Western diets."
Tea catechins have known anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective activities, help to regulate food intake, and have an affinity for cannabinoid receptors, which may suppress pain, nausea, and provide calming effects. Consumption of green tea is associated with a lower risk of diseases that cause functional disability, such as “stroke, cognitive impairment, and osteoporosis” in the elderly.Tea contains L-theanine, and its consumption is strongly associated with a calm but alert and focused, relatively productive (alpha wave dominant), mental state in humans. This mental state is also common to meditative practice.
The phrase "herbal tea" usually refers to infusions of fruit or herbs made without the tea plant, such as rosehip tea, chamomile tea, or rooibos tea. Alternative phrases for this are tisane or herbal infusion, both bearing an implied contrast with "tea" as it is construed here.