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Essential Oils 101
Your Guide to Understanding and Using Essential Oils
Kymberly Keniston-Pond, CIR, CFR, CCMA
Avon, Massachusetts
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The various uses of essential oils as health aids are based on tradition, scientific theories,
or limited research. They often have not been thoroughly tested in humans, and safety and
effectiveness have not yet been proven in clinical trials. Some of the conditions for which
essential oils can be used as a treatment or remedy are potentially serious, and should be
evaluated by a qualified healthcare provider.
This book is intended as general information only, and should not be used to diagnose or
treat any health condition. In light of the complex, individual, and specific nature of health
problems, this book is not intended to replace professional medical advice. The ideas,
procedures, and suggestions in this book are intended to supplement, not replace, the
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Contents
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Introduction
Part 1: Getting Started with Essential Oils
Chapter 1: The Origin of Essential Oils
The History of Essential Oils
General Properties of Essential Oils
Therapeutic Properties Defined
Safety Guidelines
Choosing Your Essential Oils
Chapter 2: Materials You Will Need
Blending, Synergy, and Dilution
Artistic Tools of Aromatherapy
Easy Applications of Essential Oils
Part 2: Essential Oils Glossary
Allspice—Pimenta dioica
Amyris—Amyris balsamifera
Angelica—Angelica archangelica
Basil, Holy—Ocimum sanctum
Basil, Sweet—Ocimum basilicum
Bay Laurel—Laurus nobilis
Benzoin—Styrax benzoin
Bergamot—Citrus bergamia
Birch, Sweet—Betula lenta
Blackseed—Nigella sativa
Buddha Wood—Eremophila mitchellii
Cajeput—Melaleuca cajuputi
Calendula/Marigold—Calendula officinalis
Cananga—Cananga odorata
Cape Snowbush—Eriocephalus africanus
Cardamom—Elettaria cardamomum
Carrot Seed—Daucus carota
Catnip—Nepeta cataria
Cedarwood, Atlas—Cedrus atlantica
Celery Seed—Apium graveolens
Chamomile, German—Matricaria recutita
Chamomile, Roman—Anthemis nobilis aka
Chamaemelum nobile
Cinnamon Leaf—Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Citronella—Cymbopogon nardus
Clary Sage—Salvia sclarea
Clove Bud—Eugenia caryophyllata, Syzygium
aromaticum
Cumin—Cuminum cyminum
Cypress—Cupressus sempervirens
Cypress, Blue—Callitris intratropica
Elemi—Canarium luzonicum
Eucalyptus Globulus—Eucalyptus globulus
Eucalyptus Radiata—Eucalyptus radiata
Fennel, Sweet—Foeniculum vulgare v. dulcis
Fir Needle, Balsam—Abies balsamea
Fir Needle, Douglas—Pseudotsuga menziesii
Frankincense—Boswellia carterii
Galbanum—Ferula galbaniflua
Geranium—Pelargonium × asperum
Geranium, Bourbon (Rose)—Pelargonium graveolens,
Pelargonium × asperum
Ginger Lily—Hedychium spicatum
Grapefruit, Pink—Citrus × paradisi
Helichrysum—Helichrysum italicum v. serotinum
Inula—Inula graveolens a.k.a. Dittrichia graveolens
Jasmine Sambac, absolute—Jasminum sambac
Juniper Berry (CO2)—Juniperus communis
Juniper Berry—Juniperus communis
Kanuka—Kunzea ericoides
Katafray—Cedrelopsis grevei
Lavender, Bulgarian—Lavandula angustifolia
Lavender Extra—Lavandula stoechas
Lemon—Citrus limon
Lemongrass—Cymbopogon citratus
Lemon Myrtle—Backhousia citriodora
Lime—Citrus medica var. acida a.k.a. Citrus acida,
Citrus acris, Citrus limetta var. aromatic
Mandarin, Red—Citrus reticulata
Manuka, East Cape—Leptospermum scoparium
Marjoram, Spanish—Thymus mastichina
Marjoram, Sweet—Origanum majorana
Melissa—Melissa officinalis
Myrrh—Commiphora myrrha
Myrtle, Red—Myrtus communis
Neroli—Citrus aurantium var. amara
Niaouli—Melaleuca quinquenervia
Nutmeg—Myristica fragrans
Opopanax—Commiphora guidotti
Orange, Blood—Citrus × sinensis
Orange, Sweet—Citrus × sinensis
Oregano—Origanum vulgare
Palmarosa—Cymbopogon martinii
Patchouli—Pogostemon cablin
Pepper, Black—Piper nigrum
Pepper, Pink—Schinus molle
Peppermint—Mentha × piperita
Petitgrain—Citrus aurantium var. amara
Pine, Siberian—Abies sibirica
Plai—Zingiber cassumunar
Pomegranate Seed CO2—Punica granatum
Ravensara—Ravensara aromaticum
Rosemary—Rosmarinus officinalis
Rose Otto, Bulgarian—Rosa × damascena
Sage, Spanish—Salvia lavandulifolia
St. John’s Wort—Hypericum perforatum
Sandalwood—Santalum album
Schisandra CO2—Schisandra sphenanthera
Spearmint—Mentha spicata
Spikenard—Nardostachys jatamansi
Spruce (Hemlock)—Tsuga canadensis
Spruce, Black—Picea mariana
Tagetes (Marigold)—Tagetes minuta
Tangerine, Dancy—Citrus reticulata
Tea Tree—Melaleuca alternifolia
Thyme—Thymus vulgaris
Turmeric—Curcuma longa
Valerian—Valeriana officinalis
Vanilla Oleoresin (Solvent Extracted)—Vanilla planifolia
Vetiver—Vetiveria zizanioides
Vitex—Vitex agnus-castus
Yarrow, Blue—Achillea millefolium
Ylang-Ylang—Cananga odorata
Part 3: 100 Uses for Essential Oils
Chapter 3: Making Sense of Blending
Step One: Choose Your Intention
Step Two: Use Pure Essential Oils
Step Three: Group Essential Oils
Step Four: Blending Notes
Step Five: Mixing Your Blend
Step Six: Label, Use, and Store
Step Seven: The First Best Part
The Second Best Part
Chapter 4: Using Essential Oils for Physical Ailments
Allergies
Arthritis
Athlete’s Foot
Bronchitis
Bruising
Burns
Cold Sores (Fever Blisters)
Diverticulosis
Edema
Fibromyalgia
Headache
Heartburn (Acid Reflux)
Hot Flashes
Immune-System Support
Influenza
Insect Bites
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Jock Itch
Muscle Soreness/Pain
Neuropathy
Palpitations
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
Sinusitis
Vertigo
;
Chapter 5: Using Essential Oils for Mental and
Emotional Well-Being
Addiction to Alcohol
Addiction to Tobacco
Anger Management
Anxiety
Bipolar Disorder
Caregiver Burnout
Chemical Stress
Drug Abuse
Emotional Trauma
Environmental Stress
Fear
Grief
Insomnia
Isolation/Loneliness
Lethargy/Adrenal Fatigue
Meditation
Mental Dullness
Negative Thinking
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Panic Attacks
Paranoia
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Restlessness
Self-Confidence/Self-Esteem, Building
Suicidal Thoughts
Chapter 6: Using Essential Oils for All-Natural Beauty
Skin
Honey Cleanser
Aloe Vera Facial Cleanser
Honey Avocado Face Mask
Easy Facial Moisturizing Cream
Rose Geranium Toner
Men’s Aftershave Splash
Men’s Aftershave Lotion
Facial Serum
Beard Oil
Neck-Firming Blend
Aging Skin Blend
Acne Blend
Rosacea Blend
Eczema Blend
Psoriasis Blend
Body
Shower Gel
Body Splash
Sugar Scrub
Roll-On Perfume
Natural Deodorant for Tweens and Teens
Cellulite Treatment
Hair
Shampoo
Hair Conditioner
Nourishing Oil Treatment
Hair Loss
Chapter 7: Using Essential Oils in Your Home
Kitchen
Counter Disinfectant
Automatic Dishwashing Soap
Floor Cleaner
Kitchen Room Spray
Mold and Mildew Elimination
Living Room
Spray Furniture Polish
Carpet Freshener
Room Spray/Furniture Freshener
Shoe Deodorizer
Pet Stain and Odor Remover
Bathroom
Toilet Bowl Cleaning Cubes
Aroma Poo!
Soft Scrub
Glass Cleaner
Disinfectant Spray
Laundry
Powdered Laundry Detergent
Stain Remover
Dust Mite Repellent
Moth Repellents
Romantic Bedroom Spray
Restorative Sleep Bedroom Spray
Children’s Peaceful Bedroom Spray
Outdoors
Plant Food
Weed Control
Creepy Crawly Repellent
Appendix
Essential Oils with Antibacterial Properties
Essential Oils with Antifungal Properties
Essential Oils with Anti-inflammatory Properties
Essential Oils with Antiviral Properties
Essential Oils with Therapeutic Properties to Relieve
Anxiety and Depression
Essential Oils with Calmative Properties
Essential Oils with Therapeutic Properties to Relieve
Cold and Flu Symptoms
Essential Oils with Therapeutic Properties to Aid
Digestion
Essential Oils with Therapeutic Properties to Relieve
Pain
Essential Oils with Therapeutic Properties for Skin
Care
Acknowledgments
Dedication
I dedicate this book to YOU, the reader! I thank you for your
investment of time and resources to read, and hopefully, find of use
the information and recipes inside. Enjoy this beautiful journey with
essential oils!
Kymberly
Introduction
The aroma lures you in. You stand face-to-face with labeled dark
glass bottles urging you with a “TESTER.” One by one you remove
the caps and inhale, and your reactions differ with each one. Some
you like, others are “eh,” and others give you definite “yuck” feelings.
You notice a refreshing, relaxing feeling with bergamot, actually
forcing your eyes to softly close while you deeply breathe. Rosemary
wakes your brain up and you find yourself smiling from ear to ear.
Lemon adds an instant “smiley face” and you feel happy. Patchouli
catches your interest, taking you back to the days of hippies and
feeling free, all the while feeling grounded. Why?
You scan the surrounding shelves, taking note of other bottles of
oils under a category “Carrier and Skin Oils.” The section labeled
“DIY Aromatherapy” has empty dark glass bottles, spray bottles,
small glass measuring cups, the smallest funnels you have ever
seen, pipettes, assorted jars with lids, blank inhalers, glass stirrers,
and labels. The shelf below invites your curiosity with bottles of
organic unscented body lotion, Epsom salts, bags of colorful
Himalayan bath salts, and powdered clay in a variety of beautiful
colors.
Your eyes return to the bottled oils, and, driven by curiosity, you
remove the lids, inhaling and then replacing the bottles on the shelf.
You want to know more about them. What is the history of these
oils? How do I know which one to choose? Do they do more than
just smell good? Are they safe? How can I make something just for
