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Basil, sweet (linalol type)
Light and refreshing, tonic and stimulating, its primary use is to clear the head and assist concentration.
Price: £4.70
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Bergamot
Fruity and refreshing, this oil is chiefly used to soothe and elevate, Do not use bergamot before exposure to the sun unless bergaptene free. (Usually designated BF or CFC – free, also available)
Price: £2.00
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Black Pepper
Generally stimulating, this spicy oil has been used as a male aphrodisiac for more than three hundred years! Its gentle warming action makes it useful in the treatment of any condition likely to respond to warmth/heat. Helps maintain suppleness.
Price: £4.00
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Cedarwood
A masculine odour with astringent properties, it should not be used during pregnancy under any circumstances.
Price: £2.50
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Chamomile
A very valuable soothing agent. Anti-inflammatory.
Price: £16.00
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Clary Sage
Traditionally used for the treatment of ‘women’s problems’ Clary Sage can have a profoundly euphoric effect. Do not drive or operate machinery after using this oil. You should also avoid alcohol.
Price: £5.00
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Juniperberry
A detoxifier, this oil encourages the elimination of waste from the muscle tissue e.g. sodium and helps where fluid is being retained. Do not use during pregnancy or where kidney problems are evident.
Price: £7.00
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Geranium
Because it balances sebum production, Geranium is valuable for both dry and oily skin types. It is both nervine (claming) and stimulant.
Price: £3.00
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Lavender (French)
A first aid kit in a bottle. Lavender which is both soothing and balancing is the first recourse of the aromatherapist. Strongly antiseptic but gentle to the skin, lavender is useful for the treatment of most ‘everyday’ injuries.
Price: £2.99
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Lemongrass
An excellent appetite stimulant but be sure not to use more that four drops in the bathwater or you’ll get out faster than you got in!
Price: £2.00
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Orange (sweet)
One of nature’s strongest antiseptics. Evaporating Sweet Orange oil will kill most mould spores and bacteria in the air. Use it especially when there is illness in the house.
Price: £2.00
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Patchouli
This exotic, oriental perfume soothes and calms, it also encourages cicatrisation (healing of wounds and scar tissue) Try evaporating it, its more delicate than you think.
Price: £3.50
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Peppermint
Refreshing and stimulating, the digestive qualities of this oil are widely appreciated. Wonderful in footbaths because if it’s fungicidal qualities. Use only one or two drops as peppermint makes the skin tingle.
Price: £2.60
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Rosemary
Used extensively in hair and body care. Epileptics should approach Rosemary with caution.
Price: £2.00
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Sandalwood
From Mysore in India. Sandalwood is one of the most exotic oils, a vital ingredient in many perfumes and aftershaves.
Price: £11.00
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Tea Tree
Because of its unique therapeutic action Tea Tree oil has been in the medical spotlight since it first became generally available in the 1980s.
Dentists are interested in its usefulness regarding dental hygiene and a clinical report in The Lancet (Dec’90) concluded that Tea Tree Oil produced a significant improvement in the treatment of a common unsightly skin condition without the side effects of Benzyl Peroxide Lotion. A valuable alternative for those who do not wish to subject themselves to the unpleasant side effects of orthodox treatment.
Price: £3.50
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Ylang Ylang (Grade 1)
Flower of Flowers. Another exotic oil, along with Patchouli and Sandalwood suggests itself for a romantic evening at home. Its fragrance is very strong so use about half the normal dose.
Price: £4.00
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