Aromatherapy Guide to Essential Oils - Simplers Botanicals

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thymE, linalol Thymus vulgaris linalol
Almost sweet antiseptic aroma. Gentle on the skin yet an effective antibacterial agent.
Purifying skin preparations, gargles, chest rubs. BCDIMS
thymE, rEd Thymus vulgaris thymol
Warm, intense herbal fragrance with stimulating, energizing properties. One of the most
anti-infectious of all oils, it is a skin irritant and should be highly diluted. Avoid in high blood
pressure. DIM
vanilla co2 Vanilla planifolia
Familiar, rich, sweet fragrance softens all blends. Sensual and aphrodisiac. Premium extract
from Madagascar is naturally thick and resinous. Hold in pocket or hands for a few
minutes to help liquefy the oil. Combines well with vetiver, spice, resin and citrus oils. BMP
vEtivEr Vetiveria zizanoides
Earthy, deep and exotic aroma with sweet undertones and comforting, sedative effects.
Dilute in blends for acne and oily skin; muscular aches. Used as a fixative in perfumery,
especially for men’s colognes, it blends well with lavender, rose, jasmine, oakmoss, ylang,
citrus and wood oils. BCMSP
wintErGrEEn Gaultheria fragrantissima
Fresh, sharp, minty aroma nearly identical with birch. One of the best anti-inflammatories
and antispasmodics for overworked muscles, sprains, painful joints and arthritis. Always use
in dilution to avoid skin irritation. BCM
yarrow Achillea millefolium
Soft, full, cool blue aroma with camphorous notes. Specific for inflamed skin, acne and
arthritis. Astringent, antirheumatic, anti-inflammatory, vulnerary. BCDIMS
ylanG ylanG Cananga odorata
Intensely sweet, tropical floral fragrance with an exotic hint of spice. Calming hypotensive
and muscle relaxant; aphrodisiac, euphoric, antispasmodic, antidepressant. Used for oily
skin care. One drop in a bowl of warm water makes a relaxing facial wash. A good fixative,
it blends well with clary sage, jasmine, bergamot, vetiver, rose, citrus, spice and wood oils.
BCDIMSP