Essential Oils - C

Chamomile Oil

(Chamaemelum Nobile)

Description:

Chamomile Essential Oil is commonly used in massage work and aromatherapy. It has Herbal, Fruity scent and is known for its calming, soothing properties, and for its powerful sleep aid and stress relieving qualities. Chamomile Essential Oil is a good anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and analgesic, known to be very efficient in the treatment of infections, dry skin, insect bites, acne, and other common skin conditions. It is also effective fighting against depression, digestive problems, flatulence, headaches, indigestion, neuralgia, etc…

Contra-indications:

Chamomile may cause skin irritation. Not to be used in early pregnancy.

Cajuput

(Melaleuca leucadendron)

Description:

Cajuput essential oil has a strong camphor, medicinal odor. Many massage therapists avoid it for this reason. However many patients actually enjoy this powerful aroma. Cajuput is a good analgesic, antiseptic and expectorant and it is used for fighting against conditions like: Bronchitis, Colds, Earache, Laryngitis, Lung Congestion, Neuralgia, Rheumatism as well as a Skin Conditions aid (acne).

Contra-indications:

In high concentrations, Cajuput may cause skin irritation.

Citronella

(Cymbopogon nardus)

Description:

Citronella is a refreshing essential oil with a fresh, lemony, woody-sweet fragrance. It has antiseptic, analgesic antispasmodic, bactericidal and stimulant properties, being a good remedy against colds, excessive perspiration, fatigue, flu and head aches. As a massage oil has a great scent and provides a pleasant subtle warming sensation.

Contra-indications:

May cause irritation to sensitive skin. Use well diluted. Not to be used during pregnancy.

CinnamonLeaf Oil

(Cinnamomum Zeylanicum)

Description:

Cinnamon carries a spicy, warm aroma that pleases the senses – and the body! Cinnamon is used relieve nausea, reduce high blood pressure and boost the immune system. Cinnamon Essential Oil also cleanses and purifies the air as it is released in steam, killing germs and bacteria.

Contra-indications:

May irritate skin and eye.

Clove Leaf Oil

(Eugenia Caryophyllata)

Description:

We all know what cloves smell like and love their sweet, spicy scent. Clove Essential Oil has many healing properties from which we should mention bronchitis, colds, indigestion, infected wounds, muscle and nerve tension, room disinfectant, toothache. The powerful scent of Cloves also acts as an aphrodisiac and enhances concentration. As a massage oil is great in small concentrations and it provides a nice warming sensation.

Contra-indications:

Clove is highly irritating to the skin and must be diluted to concentrations less than 1% prior to use.