ESSENTIAL OILS AND SYNERGIES

We love essential oils. And we love blending them. That’s why we have chosen to feature essential oils in almost every one of our recipes. Blending together essential oils is at the heart of what an aromatherapist does, and since we both began our journey into plant-based beauty as aromatherapists, essential oils play a key role in our formulations.

Before we begin blending essential oils together, let’s review what an essential oil actually is and how the complex design of its many molecules resonates throughout the formula and works to deliver a quintessential holistic experience.

What Is an Essential Oil?

An essential oil is the distilled aromatic essence of a plant. It is made up of a complex design of many molecules (in some instances upward of a hundred) that impart both physiological actions and emotional psychospiritual experiences. As a consequence of this very unique and powerful dual function, essential oils are able to affect both the body and the mind simultaneously.

The hundreds of unique molecules that make up the whole essential oil are present at varying percentages, so when we mix different oils together, they have a remarkable ability to bond together to either increase or diminish the specific actions of the molecules that make them up.

For example, let’s take a look at peppermint and rosemary essential oils. Both essential oils are made up of similar molecules with actions that help dissolve mucus in the body. By combining these two oils together in a blend, we increase their mucolytic effect. The same goes for emotional healing and support.

As another example, mandarin essential oil is known to be uplifting. Now imagine blending it with other oils that make us feel happier. Suddenly the antidepressive actions of mandarin are greatly increased because we’ve blended it with other uplifting oils.

Understanding intuitively how the oils blend and smell together can take years of experience. It is a skill that requires a strong foundation in the science of aromatic medicine plus lots of practical experience actually mixing, blending, and using the oils. But we hope that by sharing our list of essential oils, along with our notes and our experiences, we can give you a jump-start on learning how essential oils work.

What Is a Synergy?

A synergy is a thoughtfully curated blend of three to five essential oils. Each oil is selected after careful consideration of its unique therapeutic action and aroma, along with an understanding that, when mixed with the others, the combined effect of the whole blend is greater than the sum of its parts.

We have chosen to include synergies in our recipes because they significantly shape the purpose and intention of each product we make. Each essential oil contributes a unique and integral action and aroma, like an anti-inflammatory or pain-relieving action or a sweet or spicy scent, to the whole synergy, and then they echo throughout the entire recipe.

Incorporating synergies into our recipes also guides the holistic experience of using the products. As aromatherapists, we understand the power of how essential oils can affect both the body and mind, and when crafting holistic plant-based skincare, we want to make certain that the products we make feel good, smell good, and actually work.

Recipes for Essential Oil Synergies

We have designed twenty-nine unique plant-powered synergy recipes that thoughtfully combine thirty different essential oils we selected for this book. Each synergy recipe is made up of three to five essential oils, with a specific amount of drops to unleash the therapeutic and aromatic properties of the oils so they can bloom into a beneficial blend.

You will find the synergies included as ingredients in our product recipes, so we suggest referring to pages 50–53 often and premaking the synergies you intend to use most often.

We suggest mixing up essential oil blends in small, dark glass bottles and keeping them on hand for whenever you make a beauty recipe. Think of them as a kind of “back stock,” or inventory, of premade blends, like a spice rack for your beauty kitchen that you can reach for at any given moment.

Feel free to mix and match the synergies with different recipes. A synergy for headache relief could also be tremendously effective for energizing tired achy feet and legs, or a synergy for sensitive skin could be lovely for soothing the itch of bug bites. Take a look at the oil chart beginning on page 54 to learn about the spectrum of therapeutic actions each essential oil offers.

HOW TO STORE YOUR SYNERGIES

You should store your synergies in small, dark 5 ml bottles that have orifice reducers—these small plastic built-in droppers reduce the amount of oxygen getting into the bottle and provide an easy way to dispense the essential oils without waste. Label and date each bottle so you can remember what is inside and when you blended it. We suggest mixing a total of at least 80 to 100 drops of your synergy to store in your bottle. The 5 ml bottles hold approximately 120 drops of essential oil.


Beauty Tip!

Since our combination of essential oils includes oils that may be irritating to the skin if used individually, be careful to not get them directly on your hands, and definitely keep them away from your eyes or mucus membranes.


DROPPING DROPS

While blending your synergies, if you find it challenging to dispense drops directly from each essential oil bottle using the orifice reducer, we suggest wiggling out the plastic piece and using a clean disposable pipette (one for each different oil) to precisely count the drops.

THOUGHTS BEFORE BLENDING

When you read through the synergy recipes, you will find the name of each essential oil followed by the number of drops. Combine all drops together in your synergy bottle, pop in the orifice reducer, and then gently shake to combine the essential oils. We have found that the synergies are most aromatic when they are given time to rest and marinate, anywhere from 2 to 24 hours, before they are used in a beauty product recipe.

CLEANSERS

Olive Oil Cleanser Essential Oil Synergy

Clary Sage

21

Marjoram

21

Mandarin

35

Foaming Honey Essential Oil Synergy

Sweet Orange

49

Rosemary

21

Fennel Seed

21

FACIAL AND BODY SCRUBS

Anti-aging Essential Oil Synergy

Carrot Seed

18

Frankincense

24

Ylang-Ylang

24

Lavender

42

Detox Essential Oil Synergy

Fennel Seed

24

Rosemary

24

Mandarin

40

Balancing Essential Oil Synergy

Geranium

27

Yuzu

27

German Chamomile

9

Cellulite-Buster Essential Oil Synergy

Fennel Seed

18

Cypress

30

Pink Grapefruit

42

Dry Skin Essential Oil Synergy

Patchouli

25

Atlas Cedarwood

40

Lavender

35

Tired Feet Essential Oil Synergy

Peppermint

30

Eucalyptus

30

Lemongrass

30

Detox Body Essential Oil Synergy

Juniper

24

Lemon

24

Ginger

24

MASKS

Deep-Cleansing Mask Essential Oil Synergy

Palmarosa

35

Geranium

21

Fennel Seed

21

Soothing Mask Essential Oil Synergy

Frankincense

28

Ylang-Ylang

28

Lavender

49

Sensitive Skin Essential Oil Synergy

German Chamomile

6

Clary Sage

18

Atlas Cedarwood

42

Hand Mask Essential Oil Synergy

Sweet Orange

35

Atlas Cedarwood

40

Ylang-Ylang

20

Foot Mask Essential Oil Synergy

Peppermint

7

Lavender

49

Eucalyptus

7

Rosemary

21

FACIAL OILS, BODY OILS, AND SERUMS

Anti-aging Essential Oil Synergy

Frankincense

20

Carrot Seed

15

Ylang-Ylang

20

Roman Chamomile

5

Petitgrain

25

Day Facial Oil for Balancing and De-stressing Skin Essential Oil Synergy

Clary Sage

15

Palmarosa

25

Geranium

15

Lavender

35

Day Facial Oil for Brightening and Circulation Essential Oil Synergy

Fennel Seed

21

Clary Sage

21

Petitgrain

35

Cuticle Oil Essential Oil Synergy

Lavender

35

Tea Tree

15

Sweet Orange

35

Healing Scalp Serum Essential Oil Synergy

Nutmeg

16

Atlas Cedarwood

32

Ylang-Ylang

16

Patchouli

20

Healthy Scalp Serum Essential Oil Synergy

Petitgrain

30

Rosemary

18

Lavender

42

Sore Muscles Massage Oil Essential Oil Synergy

Ginger

32

Marjoram

24

Clary Sage

24

Seductive Massage Essential Oil Synergy

Ylang-Ylang

28

Patchouli

35

Nutmeg

35

WELLNESS

Bug Spray Essential Oil Synergy

Cinnamon Leaf

20

Eucalyptus

20

Peppermint

20

Lemongrass

20

Mood-Lifting Essential Oil Synergy

Peppermint

6

Yuzu

24

Mandarin

30

Hemlock Spruce

30

Calming/Soothing Essential Oil Synergy

Lavender

21

Atlas Cedarwood

24

Frankincense

12

Hemlock Spruce

24

Roll-On for Headaches Essential Oil Synergy

Peppermint

5

Lavender

35

Rosemary

15

Eucalyptus

5

Blemish Gel Essential Oil Synergy

Marjoram

15

Lavender

35

Geranium

15

Thyme, Chemotype Linalool

15

Pain Relief Gel Essential Oil Synergy

Roman Chamomile

7

Peppermint

7

Lavender

49

Marjoram

21

Healthy Hand-Sanitizing Essential Oil Synergy

Lavender

18

Palmarosa

9

Frankincense

9

Lemongrass

6

ESSENTIAL OILS

ATLAS CEDARWOOD /CEDRUS ATLANTICA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: wood
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: petitgrain, lavender, hemlock spruce
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antifungal, antiseptic, soothes irritation, antimicrobial, wound healing, affinity to breathing and respiratory balance

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

grounding, centering, strengthening, quiets thoughts

 

CARROT SEED /DAUCUS CAROTA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: seeds
PRICE POINT: high
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: frankincense, lavender
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

cleansing, wound healing, promotes circulation, cell regenerative

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

sweet, uplifting, heartwarming, nourishing, inspires manifestation

 

CHAMOMILE, GERMAN /MATRICARIA RECUTITA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: flowers
PRICE POINT: high
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: lavender
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, skin soothing, wound healing, affinity for skincare

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

sedating, quiets mind chatter, soothes emotions, opens heart

There are two kinds of chamomile essential oils: German and Roman. German is a deep blue color and best used for inflamed skin conditions, while Roman is clear in color and is a great antispasmodic

CINNAMON LEAF /CINNAMOMUM ZEYANICUM

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: leaves
PRICE POINT: high
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: ginger, lemongrass
SAFETY CONCERNS: skin irritant

steam distillation

antimicrobial, antiviral, antifungal, immune boosting, pain relieving, helps circulation

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

warming, grounding, centering, focusing, motivating

Avoid using cinnamon bark; select cinnamon leaf instead

CLARY SAGE /SALVIA SCLAREA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: aerial parts
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: geranium, marjoram
SAFETY CONCERNS: avoid in first trimester of pregnancy

steam distillation

antispasmodic, wound healing, anti-inflammatory, affinity to women’s reproductive health

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

heart opening, emotionally sedative and balancing, soul nourishing

 

ESSENTIAL OILS (CONTINUED)

CYPRESS /CUPRESSUS SEMPERVIRENS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: needles

PRICE POINT: low

CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: juniper, hemlock spruce

SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

drying, tightens tissues, detoxifying, improves circulation, respiratory support

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

uplifting, energizing, supports inner strength and structure, focuses mind and body, helps us point to a goal

 

EUCALYPTUS /EUCALYPTUS GLOBULUS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: leaves

PRICE POINT: low

CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: peppermint, rosemary

SAFETY CONCERNS: skin irritant

steam distillation

expectorant, thins mucus, pain relieving, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

motivates movement and decision making, clears away negativity

There are many different species; most can be used interchangeably.

FENNEL SEED /FOENICULUM VULGARE

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: seeds

PRICE POINT: low

CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: ginger, cypress

SAFETY CONCERNS: avoid in first trimester of pregnancy

steam distillation

cleansing, improves circulation, disperses stagnancy, stimulating, affinity to digestion and skincare

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

uplifting, energizing, helps us let go, inspires our potential, vibrant

 

FRANKINCENSE /BOSWELLIA SACRA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: resin

PRICE POINT: high

CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: rosemary, lavender

SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, wound healing, cell regenerative, affinity to respiratory and central nervous systems

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

sedative, quiets mind chatter, inspires introspection, soul connecting

 

GERANIUM /PELARGONIUM GRAVEOLENS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: aerial parts

PRICE POINT: mid

CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: lavender

SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, cleansing, insect repellant, affinity to women’s reproductive health

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

calming, balancing, relieves anxiety, opens heart

Also known as Rose Geranium.

ESSENTIAL OILS (CONTINUED)

GINGER /ZINGZIBER OFFICINALE

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: roots
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: nutmeg, marjoram
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antimicrobial, antiviral, antifungal, immune boosting, antispasmodic, helps circulation, affinity to digestion

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

warming, grounding, centering, sedative, balancing to emotions

Available as both fresh and dried; we prefer fresh.

GRAPEFRUIT /CITRUS PARADISII

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: peels
PRICE POINT: low
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: orange, lemon
SAFETY CONCERNS: photosensitizer

cold expression

drying, detoxifying, cleansing, disperses stagnancy, antiseptic, antibacterial

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

uplifting, antidepressive, promotes positive thinking, helps us let go

Available as pink, red or white; we like pink for its sweeter aroma.

HEMLOCK SPRUCE /TSUGA CANADENSIS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: needles
PRICE POINT: low
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: juniper, lavender
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, relaxes tight muscles, cleansing, expectorating, affinity to respiratory health

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

nurturing, quiets overactive thinking, balancing to emotions, focusing

 

JUNIPER /JUNIPERUS COMMUNIS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: needles and berries
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: cypress
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

astringent, improves circulation, disperses stagnancy, antibacterial, detoxifying

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

opens mind to accept new thoughts, centering, narrows our focus

 

LAVENDER /LAVANDULA ANGUSTIFOLIA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: aerial parts
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: n/a
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antibacterial, antimicrobial, nervine, pain relieving, wound healing, affinity to all body systems

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

balancing, sedative, soothing emotionally, clearing and opening

 

ESSENTIAL OILS (CONTINUED)

LEMON /CITRUS LIMON

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: peels
PRICE POINT: low
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: grapefruit
SAFETY CONCERNS: photo-sensitizer

cold expression

drying, antibacterial, antiseptic, skin lightening, cleansing, immune boosting

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

uplifting, energizing, antidepressive, inspires action and focus

 

LEMONGRASS /CYMBOPOGON CITRATUS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: grass leaves
PRICE POINT: low
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: tea tree, eucalyptus
SAFETY CONCERNS: skin irritant

steam distillation

antifungal, antimicrobial, antiviral, sedative, cleansing, insect repellant

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

clears mind chatter, quiets mind and nervous energy, encourages positive thinking

 

MANDARIN /CITRUS RETICULATA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: peels
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: orange, grapefruit
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

cold expression

wound healing, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, cleansing affinity to reproductive health for both men and women

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

uplifting, antidepressive, promotes positive thinking, heart centering

 

MARJORAM /ORIGANUM MAJORANA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: aerial parts
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: thyme, rosemary, clary sage
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antispasmodic, antimicrobial, antiviral, astringent, cleansing, improves circulation, affinity to respiratory health and muscle aches

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

sedative to nervous energy, quiets overactive mind, balances extreme emotions

 

NUTMEG /MYRISTICA FRAGRANS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: fruit
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: ginger
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antimicrobial, antiseptic, immune protective, antispasmodic, digestive

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

warming, centering, aphrodisiac, helps us connect with deeply hidden feelings

 

ESSENTIAL OILS (CONTINUED)

ORANGE /CITRUS SINENSIS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: peels
PRICE POINT: low
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: mandarin, grapefruit
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

cold expression

anti-inflammatory, wound healing, antiseptic, antibacterial, balancing

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

uplifting, antidepressive, promotes positive thinking, helps us let go

 

PALMAROSA /CYMBOPOGON MARTINII

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: grass leaves
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: geranium
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antimicrobial, cleansing, anti-inflammatory, improves circulation, wound healing, affinity to skincare

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

heart centering, mind clearing, soothes nerves, balancing

 

PATCHOULI /POGOSTEMON CABLIN

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: aerial parts
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: tea tree
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antifungal, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, promotes circulation, affinity to skincare and immune support

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

warming, relaxing, uplifting, protective, aphrodisiac, grounding

 

PEPPERMINT /MENTHA PIPERITA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: aerial parts
PRICE POINT: low
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: eucalyptus, rosemary
SAFETY CONCERNS: skin irritant

steam distillation

expectorant, thins mucus, pain relieving, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

sharpens thoughts, uplifting, awakening, energizing, focusing

 

PETITGRAIN /CITRUS AURANTIUM V. AMARA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: leaves
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: atlas cedarwood
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

anti-inflammatory, skin soothing, wound healing, cell regenerative, eases muscle tightness, affinity to skincare

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

heartwarming and centering, balancing, promotes emotional healing

 

ESSENTIAL OILS (CONTINUED)

ROSEMARY /ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: aerial parts
PRICE POINT: low
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: thyme, marjoram, eucalyptus
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

expectorant, thins mucus, tightens pores, cleansing, antimicrobial, pain relieving, affinity to respiratory health and skincare

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

focusing, awakening, mind clearing, uplifting, inspiring

 

TEA TREE /MELALEUCA ALTERNIFOLIA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: leaves
PRICE POINT: low
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: eucalyptus
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antifungal, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, drying and tightening, promotes circulation, thins mucus, affinity for skincare and respiratory health

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

energizing, promotes movement, uplifting, focusing, strengthens determination

 

THYME /THYMUS VULGARIS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: aerial parts
PRICE POINT: mid
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: rosemary, marjoram, eucalyptus
SAFETY CONCERNS: skin irritant

steam distillation

antimicrobial, antiviral, antifungal, immune boosting, pain relieving, helps circulation

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

gives us courage, inner strengthening, quiets mind, motivates us

 

YLANG-YLANG /CANANGA ODORATA V. GENUINA

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: flowers
PRICE POINT: high
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: mandarin
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

steam distillation

antimicrobial, antispasmodic, affinity to reproductive health in men and women, soothing to irritated skin and scalp

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

aphrodisiac, euphoric, inspires love and creativity, relaxing

You can find this oil sold as fractions: I, II, III, and extra. We prefer the complete distillation.Unique, from Japan only.

YUZU /CITRUS JUNOS

 

METHOD OF EXTRACTION

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS—PHYSICAL

PARTS USED: peels
PRICE POINT: high
CAN SUBSTITUTE FOR/WITH: mandarin
SAFETY CONCERNS: none

cold expression

cleansing, antibacterial, increases circulation, astringent, detoxifying, clarifying

THERAPEUTIC ACTIONS–EMOTIONAL

NOTES

uplifting, heart centering, energizing, clears negativity

Unique, from Japan only.