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Okra | |
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Okra – hibiscus esculentus – This plant has demulcent and emollient properties. Also said to stimulate blood flow and aid the control of blood pressure. The fruit is rich in vitamins A,B,C and G. Aromatherapy & Health Uses: A soothing plant, dumulcent and emollient properties.
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Olive Oil | |
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Forms Available: oil Olive Oil – olea europaea – Olive oil has the properties of being calming, demulcent and emollient and can be used pure or in blends for burns, sprains, bruises, insect bites, to relieve itchy skin, and to massage the gums of those suffering from pyorrhoea -periodontal disease. Aromatherapy & Health Uses: Calming, demulcent and emollient and can be used pure or in blends for burns, sprains, bruises, insect bites, to relieve itchy skin, and to massage the gums of those suffering from pyorrhoea.
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Opoponax | |
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Forms Available: essential oil, resin Opoponax – commiphora guidotti – steam distilled wildcrafted resin, Ethiopia. Opoponax is a resin from the Myrrh family native to eastern Africa and the Middle East. Opoponax, along with Myrrh, has been a component of incenses, perfumes, insect repellents, and herbal remedies since biblical times. The Egyptians also used myrrh to help preserve their mummies. May cause sensitization. Opoponax is known as “scented myrrh”. Its scent is sweet, spicy, balsamic and warm. It’s an excellet fixative for blends or perfumes which use Neroli in the mix. Opoponax has muscle relaxing properties. Due to its drying action is effective against excessive mucous in the lungs. Recommended in cases of bronchitis, colds, sore throats, and coughs. Blends well with patchouli, orange, lemon, frankincense and sandalwood. Aromatherapy & Health Uses: Due to its drying action is effective against excessive mucous in the lungs. Recommended in cases of bronchitis, colds, sore throats, and coughs. Blends well with patchouli, orange, lemon, frankincense and sandalwood.
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Orange Bitter
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Latin Name: citrus aurantifolia ssp.
Alternative Name: orange bigarade
Forms Available: essential oil
Orange, Bitter – citrus aurantifolia spp. – Also called Orange Bigarade and Bitter Orange Peel oil. The bitter orange tree is a classic example of a tree from which four different essential oils are produced: neroli from the flowers, petitgrain from the leaves, bitter orange from the rind, and an oil from the juice of the fruit used in food flavoring only. Bitter orange essential oil has a zesty, refreshing, sharp citrus fragrance, is a preferred aroma in men’s toiletries, and is used as a calming component in fresh aroma mixtures. Like all citrus essential oils, this essential oil should last 9 to 12 months when stored in a cool place or even under refrigeration. It is a calming oil and is indicated for nervousness and stress. As with all cold pressed citrus essential oils, there’s a chance of phototoxicity on skin exposed to the sun. Blends well with cinnamon, coriander, clove, frankincense, jasmine, and lavender.
Aromatherapy & Health Uses: Bitter orange essential oil is widely used in men’s toiletry products. Bitter orange essential oil may be inhaled for nervous tension and stress. As with all cold pressed citrus essential oils, there’s a chance of phototoxicity on skin exposed to the sun
Orange, Sweet
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Latin Name: citrus sinensis
Alternative Name: citrus vulgaris, citrus bigaradia, citrus aurantium amara, bigaradier, gigarade orange, bitter orange, seville orange, portugal orange, china oange, citrus dulcis, love fruit
Forms Available: essential oil, peel
Orange, Sweet – citrus sinensis – Sweet Orange essential oil has a sweet citrus fragrance and is orange in color. It is antidepressant and calming, refreshes the air and dissipates cooking odors. It is also a good grease cutter and is very useful in removing gooey residues, such as price labels from glass products and glass picture frames. Always test a small area as the orange color may discolor certain finishes. As with all cold pressed citrus essential oils, there’s a chance of phototoxicity on skin exposed to the sun. Blends well with cinnamon, coriander, clove, frankincense, jasmine, and lavender.
Aromatherapy & Health Uses: Dull and oily complexions; Obesity; Palpitations; Water Retention; Bronchitis; Chills; Colds; Flu; Constipation; Dyspepsia; Spasm; Nervous Tension; Stress-Related Conditions; Used to treat Mouth Ulcers. Key Qualities: Tonic; Refreshing; Warming.
Other Uses: Use Peels in incense for love, good fortune, divination, balance, healing, harmony, peace, money and riches, Psychic awareness, Luck. A highly Solar scent, add essential oil to purification blends.
Oregano
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Latin Name: origanum vulgare
Forms Available: essential oil, leaf, ground
Oregano – origanum vulgare – Herby, woody, yet slightly spicy. This oil is an excellent disinfectant and stomachic. A very potent oil which could irritate the mucous membranes and should never be applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes. Best avoided in pregnancy. Its main effect seems to be on the digestive system, soothing the stomach, liver and spleen. Calms intestinal spasm. May combat acidity, stomach gas and encourage appetite. Blends well with basil, fennel, geranium and pine.
Aromatherapy & Health Uses: A very potent oil which could irritate the mucous membranes and should never be applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes. Best avoided in pregnancy. Its main effect seems to be on the digestive system, soothing the stomach, liver and spleen.
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Oregon Grape | |
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Oregon Grape – mahonia aquifolium, mahonia nervosa, berberis aquifolium – the state flower of Oregon, USA. The root of this herb is a much used digestive tonic. It has been used by Native American Indians throughout the ages. Internally, as a digestive tonic, it stimulates the gallbladder, relieves gastritis, and cleanses the blood. Externally, because of the antibacterial properties of the oregon grape, it is used to treat psoriasis, boils, eczema, acne, rashes and other skin problems. Aromatherapy & Health Uses: Stimulates the gallbladder, corrects liver secretions, purifies blood, cleanses liver. A digestive tonic. Also, applied externally, this herb treats psoriasis, acne, eczema, boils and other skin problems.
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Orpine | |
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Orpine – sedum telephium – The root of this perennial plant can be cooked and eaten, the leaves eaten raw. Orpine is an astringent, anti-inflammatory and cytostatic herb. It has been used to stimulate the kidneys and treat diarrhoea. It has also been used to treat cancer. The leaves, in a poultice, relieve boils, burns, and inflammations. Aromatherapy & Health Uses: Astringent, Anti-inflammatory and Cytostatic. Stimulates kidneys and treats diarrhoea. Has been used to treat cancer. Leaves, in a poultice, relieve boils, burns, inflammations. Other Uses: Has been gathered on Midsummer’s Eve in the determination of the future of a relationship – along side of each other, if two leaves fell toward one and other, then it was true love.
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Orris Root | |
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Orris Root – iris germanica var.florentina – Orris root has a stout rhizome, swordlike leaves, and large, scented flowers in early summer that range in color from pale blue to white.
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Palm Kernel Oil | |
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Forms Available: oil Palm Kernel Oil – elaeis guineensis – This oil is obtained from the kernels, taken from the cracked nuts of the palm. This oil contains large proportions of lauric acid, its chemical composition is quite different from that of palm oil, and is used chiefly for soap making. Palm kernel oil is a lauric type, similar to coconut oil and produces hard soaps that lather well in all kinds of water. Soaps made with palm kernel oil are white, very hard, and lather beautifully; 10-30% is plenty when combined with other vegetable oils. This small percentage also keeps the final bars from developing an odor characteristic of the palm kernel oil. Like coconut oil, palm kernel can have a drying effect when used in excess, yet is moisturizing when used in moderation.
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