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Essential Oils, not so well known

Essential OilsKaren SmithComment

Some Essential Oils and their various uses
Everyone probably knows Lavender, Tea Tree, Peppermint but what about these ones?
 Which ones help with cravings, incontinence, or gas, read on to find out.

Essential OIls of Angelica Root, Copaiba, Cypress, Marjoram Spanish,, & Wintergreen

ANGELICA ROOT EO 

  • Energetically, angelica root is warming and stimulating for digestion. 

  • Its bitter compounds help to get digestive enzymes and secretions going, with its slight spiciness it boosts circulation to the stomach. 

  • The stimulating benefits of angelica root can be beneficial to the lungs, helps with congestion and to clear out mucus. Angelica can be a helpful herb for cold and flu season. 

  • Dong quai, a close relative of angelica root is of the most supportive herbs for PMS and the menstrual cycle as a whole. While angelica doesn't have the same effect on hormones that dong quai does, it does help with cramps because it stimulates blood flow. 

  • Diaphoretic properties which helps you to sweat. 

  • It is also a a natural diuretic meaning that it increases the quantity and frequency of urination which can help purify your system. 

  • These functions mean that angelica oil can help purify the body and fight off damage to the kidneys as well as protecting against health problems like rheumatism, gout and kidney stones.

  • used for nervousness and fatigue 

  • mental dullness and emotional emptiness, having a calming effect on the nervous system as a whole. 

Remember that AR is photosensitive, so avoid direct sunlight after applying to skin

BALSAM - COPAIBA WILD

Warning, this oil if very thick and may not easily dispense from the dropper bottle. Try warming with your hands first

Copaiba Essential Oil Benefits:

  • helps heal wounds, prevent fungal infections, alleviate swelling, and relieves pain.

  • intake aids in treating digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive systems-related problems.

  • reduces blemishes and dark spots and brightens skin tone.

  • useful in conditions of stomach ulcers, tetanus, herpes, and hemorrhages.

  • topical application alleviates insect bites, sores, psoriasis, chilblains, and eczema.

  • relaxes the nervous system and reduces stress.

  • applied to wounds, scars, or cuts to heal them quickly

  • diffused to fill the surroundings with its exotic aroma

  • added to massage blends for relieving inflammation and pain

  • applying a few drops of copaiba oil to the lower regions of the abdomen before bed, you can prevent incontinence

  • has antibacterial effects used against a species of Streptococcus, Staphylococcus aureas and several other strains

Copaiba oil pairs well with 
Rosewood, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Ylang Ylang, Lavender, Frangipani, Mimosa, Cardamom, Geranium, Eucalyptus, Ravensara and Melissa Leaf essential Oils

CYPRESS EO
Cypress Essential is beneficial for :

* Promotes healthy circulation 
* Eases muscle spasms 
* Helps open airways 
* Reduces the presence of bacteria 
* Astringent
* Excessive Perspiration
* Hemorrhoids
* Menorrhagia
* Oily Skin
* Rheumatism
* Varicose Veins
* As a diuretic, helps the body flush out & increases sweat and perspiration
* Calms feelings of overwhelm >>>>>

Cypress essential oil has also been used in dermatology to address acne, blocked pores, bromodosis, cellulite, cellulitis, deodorant, hyperhidrosis, oily conditions, rashes, and rosacea. It is commonly used as a treatment for acne and frequently found in homemade face cleansing solutions.

MARJORAM SPANISH EO

  • used to ease coughs, colds and influenza. 

  • has immune boosting aspects.
    blended in a carrier oil and massaged on to the chest. 

  • used to help boost circulation 

  • used to ease unwanted muscle spasms. It may help to reduce minor pain and inflammation (analgesic). 

  • known for reducing the presence of unwelcome bacteria or fungal growth (anti-bacterial). 

  • antispasmodic abilities of MS work in the digestive system, helping to calm down the muscles in the abdominal region and preventing the development of gas. When the spasms in the digestive system are calmed, other problems are alleviated as well, such as stomachaches, nausea, and vomiting.

  • emotionally and energetically, Spanish Marjoram is grounding and calming

  • used it for its soothing effect help to lessen nervousness and relieves anxiousness. It has also been used to promote restful sleep, and helping with insomnia.

  • improves cognitive abilities, keep your mind sharp with Marjoram Spanish EO

    WINTERGREEN EO

  • Wintergreen essential oil has been used extensively for all pains linked to intense physical effort.

  • helps to fight against muscular rheumatism (stretching, cramps, contractures, aches, torticollis, lumbago), joint rheumatism (gout attacks, inflammatory arthritis, osteoarthritis, polyarthritis) & traumatic contusions (sprains, tendonitis, muscle strain).⁣ It has been an ally of athletes, & is a common ingredient in rubs used by masseurs and physiotherapists. ⁣

  • one of the best sources of this inflammation-fighting methyl salicylate in the world and believed to be one of only several plants that naturally supply enough to form an extract. Birch essential oil also contains methyl salicylate.⁣

  • useful in treating eczema and keloid scars

  • PMS symptoms, 

  • respiratory issues 
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  • Anti-bacterial properties, run through the dishwasher, laundry machine or scrubbed some into showers & toilet bowls to kill odor-causing bacteria and molds that can linger.⁣

Records show that Indigenous Native Americans used wintergreen leaves to increase stamina, alertness & endurance during exercise to extend respiratory capacity & treat pain, mucus buildup or inflammation. Try inhaling wintergreen and peppermint oil before workouts to increase concentration and wakefulness, not recommended for children! ⁣
It can be used Wintergreen Essential oil as an appetite suppressant. The taste & smell of mint can help reduce cravings, signifying satiety. Afternoon cravings try diffusing or inhaling wintergreen?⁣


Contraindications and Warnings

Be aware that there are essential oils that are contraindicated for pregnancy, children and ingestion and always know which oils are best used with a carrier oil! Plus carrier oils just help your essential oils go further! ⁣

Suggested measures for its safe usage,

  • Take a skin test before use in an extensive area.

  • Do not ingest the oil without the guidelines of a healthcare expert

  • Dilution with other oils or carrier oil is recommended

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