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Essential Oil Guide

Essential Oil Uses & Benefits.

Precautions: Please note care must always be taken when using oils and never to be used neat on the skin. Always do a skin test first before use to ensure the oil will not irritate the skin. Not to be used while pregnant

Information on this website is for educational purposes only , always consult a health practitioner if unsure before using any essential oil for health problems

Frankincense (Boswellia frereana):

Frankincense is a holy oil in the Middle East. French medicinal uses of Frankincense include asthma, depression, and ulcers.

1. This oil may help with aging; add one drop to your morning facial cream.

2. Frankincense when diffused is pleasant smelling, yet at the same time can be beneficial with bronchitis, headaches, and pneumonia.

3. Frankincense may also help one have a better attitude, which may help to strengthen the immune system

4.Frankincense has a woody aroma

Frankincense. blends well with black pepper, lavender, sandalwood, basil, bergamot, cinnamon, Ylang Ylang, cedar, rose, lime and orange.

Cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum): this most ancient of spices was included in just about every prescription issued in ancient China. It was regarded as a tranquilizer, tonic, and as being good for depression and a weak heart.

1. Can be beneficial for circulation when applied topically to the feet or area of concern.

2. Assists in cold, coughs, and flu when diffused.

3. Is helpful with rheumatism when massaged in to sore area.

4. Has the ability to fight viral and infectious disease, and testing has yet to find a virus, bacteria, or fungus that can survive in its presence.

5. Can be added to food and drinks

Myrrh: (Commiphora myrrh)

1. Myrrh has traditionally been used for aging skin due to its toning and tightening properties, simply add a few drops to your favorite facial cream.

2. Apply topically to skin lesions, slow healing wounds and ringworm.

3. Add a drop or two of Myrrh to four ounces of water to create a mouthwash for gingivitis, mouth ulcers, and to strengthen soft gums.

4. Mix a few drops of Myrrh with Coconut Oil and rub on the throat, chest or back to assist in relieving sore throats, coughs and colds.

5. Add two or three drops to diffuser to assist with relief of cold symptoms.

Geranium (Pelagronium graveolens):

Geranium oil has been used for dysentery, hemorrhoids, inflammations, and heavy menstrual flow.

1. May be used for bleeding, burns, and circulatory problems when applied directly to affected area.

2. Rub a few drops on the bottom of feet to assist with liver detoxification.

3. Add Geranium to Coconut Oil and apply directly to shingles for relief.