Common Essential Oils and Uses

Here is a list of some common essential oils and their uses:

Bergamot
astringent, antiseptic, balances, antidepressant, deodorant

Cedarwood
antiseptic, calms, rejuvenates

Cinnamon
antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, circulation

Citronella
insect repellent, colds, relieve melancholy

Clary Sage
regulates perspiration, strengthens, cleanses, balances

Clove Bud
antiseptic, disinfectant, insect repellent

Corn Mint
antiseptic, strengthens skin's natural defenses, refreshing, increases concentration, insect repellent

Eucalyptus
antiseptic, regenerative, stimulates, increases circulation, helps acne

Geranium Rose
antiseptic, calms irritation, uplifts, stimulates sensual feelings, helps acne

Ginger
antiseptic,muscle tension, aphrodisiac, helps morning & motion sickness

Lavender
antiseptic, detoxifying, calms, cleanses, tonic, antidepressant

Lemon
astringent, detoxifying, antidepressant

Lemongrass
antiseptic, astringent, refreshing, tonic, helps tiredness

Nutmeg
sore muscles, rheumatism, calms, strengthens

Palmarosa
stimulates cell rejuvenation, calms, uplifts

Patchouli
insect repellent, antiviral, antifungal, aphrodisiac

Pink Grapefruit
antibacterial, astringent, antioxidant (vitamin C), cleanses, balances

Rosemary
antiseptic, brain stimulant, nerve tonic, uplifts

Rosewood
skin dryness, tonic for nervous system

Sweet Orange
disinfectant, regenerative, relaxes, balances

Tea Tree
affects fungi, viruses, and bacteria

Ylang-Ylang
antiseptic, moisturizing, tension relieving, balancing