Michelle’s 5 favorite Oils
Bergamot — Oil for releasing and relaxing
Type: Balancing, Refreshing
Medical Properties: Hormonal support, antibacterial, antidepressant
Physical Uses: Anxiety, intestinal parasites, insomnia, viral infections (Herpes, cold sore), Cystitis, digestion, colds, flu, hemorrhoids, flatulence
Mental/Emotional Use: Depression, eating disorders, stress
Caution: Not before sun exposure, photo toxic oil. May be sensitizing. Not with skin Cancer.
Frankincense — Oil of spiritual freedom and quiet contemplation
Type: Balancing
Medical properties: Antitumoral, immunostimulant, antidepressant, muscle relaxing
Physical Uses: Cancer, respiratory infections, inflammation, immune stimulating, laryngitis, mucus, scar, wrinkles, colds, flu, cough
Mental/Emotional Use: Depression, tension, anxiety
Geranium — Oil for reconnecting to our feeling
Type: Balancing
Medical Properties: Antispasmodic, anti-oxidant, antitumoral, anti-inflammatory, hemostatic (stop bleeding), antibacterial, antifungal, improves blood flow, liver and pancreas stimulant, dilates bile ducts for liver detoxification.
Physical Uses: Skin conditions (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, acne, vitiligo), fungal infections (ringworm), viral infections (Herpes, shingles), hormone imbalances, circulatory problems (improves blood flow), menstrual problems/PMS., cramps, menstrual & menopausal difficulties, cellulite, hemorrhoids, circulation
Mental/Emotional: Depression, tension, stress, anxiety, PMS
Caution: Not during pregnancy
Lavender — Oil of calmness: universal healing oil
Type: Relaxing, Balancing
Medical Properties: Antiseptic, antifungal, antitumoral, relaxant, anti-inflammatory, reduces blood fat/cholesterol.
Physical Uses: Respiratory infections, high blood pressure, menstrual problems/PMS, skin conditions (acne, eczema, psoriasis, scarring stretch marks) burns, hair loss, insomnia, nervous tension, cuts, burns, sunburn, insect bites, colds, flu, cough, muscle pain, yeast, menstrual/stomach cramps, headache, migraine, acne, hyperactivity, rash,
Mental/Emotional Use: Depression, tension, stress, anxiety, restlessness, Insomnia
Caution: Not during a 1st trimester of a pregnancy
Sandalwood — Oil of inner stillness and unity
Type: Relaxing
Medical Properties: Antitumoral, antiviral, immune stimulant
Physical Uses: Cancer, viral infections (Herpes simplex, herpes zoster, cold sores, etc,) skin conditions (acne, wrinkles, scars), Insomnia, dry skin, cracked feet & hands, cough, sore throat, laryngitis,
Mental/Emotional Use: Stress, tension, anxiety, strengthening
Cautions: None
Chakras and Essential Oils
Essential oils can help strengthen your chakras. Below are the essential oils I normally use for each charka.
Root Chakra
Sandalwood: Grounding, strengthening, nurturing
Sacral Chakra
Ylang-Ylang: Inspiring, sensual, soothing
Solar Plexus Chakra
Bergamot: Encouraging, calming, soothing
Heart Chakra
Rose: Exhilarating, balancing, awakening
Throat Chakra
Lavender: Clarifying, balancing, inspiring
Third Eye Chakra
Geranium: Transforming, clarifying, awakening
Crown Chakra
Frankincense: Unifying, meditative, enlighteningEssential Oils to Avoid around Animals
Animals are extremely sensitive to scent. When you are using the below oils in your household, make sure that your animals are not near you. These are the most common oils to avoid. Since every animal isdifferent, please use caution when you are using any oil.
Anise, Birch, Bitter Almond, Boldo, Calamus, Cassia, Chenopodium, Clove Leaf and Bud, Crested Lavender, Garlic, Goosefoot, Horseradish, Hyssop (use decumbens variety only), Juniper (use J. berry only) Mugwort, Mustard, Oregano, Pennyroyal, Red or White Thyme, Rue, Santalina, Sassafras, Savory, Tansy, Terebinth, Thuja, Wintergreen, Wormwood, Yarrow
If you would like to order any of the above essential oils, please visit my aromatherapy oils store.
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Above statements has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Information gathered from: Essential Oils Desk Reference by Essential Science Pub.
Foundation Level Training for Aromatherapy Industry by Katharine Graf
Holistic Aromatherapy for Animals by Kristen Leigh Bell