Now that winter has finally hit, ginger oil is the one to warm and stimulate the circulation and digestion, revitalize self-confidence as well as boost your energy levels. It has also been known to warm chilly limbs and loosen your stiff limbs.
Ginger oil’s odor description can be described as warm, slightly green, fresh, woody-spicy. It blends well with citrus, geranium, ylang ylang, rose, rosewood, patchouli, lime, orange, cedarwood, vetiver, and cinnamon.
Listed below are the aromatherapy uses of Ginger Oil;
- Analgesic – relieves or diminishes pain
- Antioxidant – inhibits oxidation
- Antiseptic – destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria
- Antispasmodic – relieves spasms & cramps of the smooth muscles
- Antitussive – relieves coughs
- Aperitif – stimulate the appetite before a meal
- Aphrodisiac – increases or stimulates sexual desire
- Bactericidal – prevents the growth of/or destroys bacteria
- Carminative – settles digestion, flatulence & eases gripes
- Cephalic – stimulates & clears mind
- Diaphoretic – producing or increasing perspiration
- Expectorant – helps to expel mucus from respiratory system
- Febrifuge – reduces fever
- Laxative – aids bowel movements
- Rubefacient – warms the skin & increases blood flow
- Stimulant – stimulates the physiological functions of the body
- Stomachic – aids digestion
- Tonic – invigorates & strengthens the body
Ginger Oil is considered non-toxic, non-irritant (except in high concentrations), slightly phototoxic and may cause sensitization in some individuals.
Please check out our Clearly Essentials’ website to see our list of essential oils and carrier oils we supply.
Geranium Oil is known for soothing and lifting your inner spirit and mind. It helps to regulate hormones, it’s an astringent as well as cleansing and healing of wounds. Geranium oil has been used to rehydrate dry skin as well as a deodorant.
Geranium Oil has been used in the fragrance industry for many years. It’s fragrance is described as rich, sweet, rosy, floral. It blends well with lavender, bergamot, juniper, lemon, jasmine, patchouli, orange, clary sage, clove, petitgrain, rosemary, neroli and rose.
Listed below are the aromatherapy uses of Geranium Oil;
- Antidepressant – uplifts & counteracts depression
- Antihaemorrhagic – prevents or combats haemorrhage
- Anti-inflammatory – relieves or alleviates inflammation
- Antiseptic – destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria
- Astringent – contracts & tightens tissues
- Cicatrizant – promotes healing through the formation of scar tissue
- Deodorant – counteracts body odors
- Diuretic – increases the production & secretion of urine
- Fungicidal – resists or destroys fungal infections
- Haemostatic – helps to stop bleeding
- Stimulant – stimulates the physiological functions of the body
- Styptic – astringent, helps to prevent external bleeding
- Tonic – invigorates & strengthens the body
- Vermifuge – expels worms or parasites from the body
- Vulnerary – promotes healing of wounds & prevents tissue degeneration
Geranium Oil is considered non-toxic, non-irritant & (generally) non-sensitizing but there could be possible contact dermatitis in hypersensitive individuals (especially with the Bourbon type).
Please check out our Clearly Essentials’ website to see our list of essential oils and carrier oils we supply.
Lemon Oil can be used in many different ways but is very useful for infections, colds, and flu. It also helps lift your spirit and clear your mind. In skincare, Lemon Oil has been used to brighten your complexion.
Lemon Oil has a very recognizable scent that is fresh and sweet, truly reminiscent of the ripe peel. It blends well with lavender, eucaplyptus, chamomile, benzoin, geranium, sandalwood, rose, ylang ylang, juniper and other citruses.
Listed below are some of the aromatherapy uses for Lemon Oil;
- Anti-anaemic – helps combat anaemia
- Antimicrobial – resists or destroys pathogens that cause disease
- Antirheumatic – relieves or reduces the symptoms of rheumatism
- Antisclerotic – helps prevent the hardening of tissue
- Antiscorbutic – a remedy for scurvy
- Antiseptic – destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria
- Antispasmodic – relieves spasms & cramps of the smooth muscles
- Antitoxic – counteracts poisoning
- Astringent – contracts & tightens tissues
- Bactericidal – prevents the growth of/or destroys bacteria
- Carminative – settles digestion, flatulence & eases gripes
- Cicatrizant – promotes healing through the formation of scar tissue
- Depurative – purifies and cleanses the blood
- Diaphoretic – producing or increasing perspiration
- Diuretic – increases the production & secretion of urine
- Febrifuge – reduces fever
- Haemostatic – helps to stop bleeding
- Hypotensive – reduces blood pressure
- Insecticide – destroys insects
- Rubefacient – warms the skin & increases blood flow
- Stimulant – stimulates the physiological functions of the body
- Tonic – invigorates & strengthens the body
- Vermifuge – expels worms or parasites from the body
Lemon Oil is non-toxic but may cause dermal irritation or sensitization in some individuals, so please use in moderation. It is phototoxic so do not use on skin exposed to direct sunlight.
Please check out our Clearly Essentials’ website to see our list of essential oils and carrier oils we supply.
Peppermint Oil has been known for soothing digestive upsets as well as improving your concentration. It also aids in the prevention of and relieves colds and flu if you combine it with Lavender Oil. The fragrance is highly penetrating and has a grassy-minty, camphoraceous undertone. It blends well with lavender, rosemary, eucalyptus, lemon, geranium, clary sage, and marjoram.
Listed below are some of the aromatherapy uses for Peppermint Oil;
- Anaesthetic – loss of feeling or sensation
- Anti-inflammatory – relieves or alleviates inflammation
- Antimicrobial – resists or destroys pathogens that cause disease
- Antiphlogistic – reducing inflammation
- Antipruritic – relieves or prevents the sensation of itching
- Antiseptic – destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria
- Antispasmodic – relieves spasms & cramps of the smooth muscles
- Antiviral – inhibits the growth of viruses
- Astringent – contracts & tightens tissues
- Carminative – settles digestion, flatulence & eases gripes
- Cephalic – stimulates & clears mind
- Cholagogue – stimulates the flow of bile from the gall bladder into the intestines
- Cordial – stimulant & tonic
- Emmenagogue – promotes & regulates menstruation
- Expectorant – helps to expel mucus from respiratory system
- Febrifuge – reduces fever
- Hepatic – stimulates and aids liver function
- Nervine – stimulates & strengthens the nervous system
- Stomachic – aids digestion
- Sudorific – helps to induce sweating
- Vasoconstrictive – constricts and contracts the capillary walls
- Vermifuge – expels worms or parasites from the body
Peppermint Oil is non-toxic, non-irritant (except in concentration) buy may cause sensitization in some individuals. Menthol is a dermal irritant so please use in moderation. Also keep away from children and avoid in pregnancy.
Please check out our Clearly Essentials’ website to see our list of essential oils and carrier oils we supply.
It is very important to buy the highest quality essential oils from suppliers who are very careful about where they source their essential oils from. In aromatherapy, quality essential oils will give you the best results and therapeutic value.
For a company like Clearly Essentials, there are many things we consider when sourcing a quality essential oil;
- Country where the plant is grown.
- Soil & Climate conditions.
- Method of harvesting the raw materials.
- Method & Time of extraction.
- Method of Bottling & Storage
We also have a chromatograph to test the purity of the essential oils. The Clearly Essentials website gives you detailed information on every essential oil we sell like;
- Botanical Name
- Synonyms
- Plant Part
- Extraction Method
- Color & Odor Description
- Aromatherapy Uses
- Safety Data
Our team of specialists can help you answer any questions you may have so why not give us a call (416) 751-0105 or log onto our website @ www.clearlyessentials.com
Orange Oil has a familiar citrusy smell that is uplifting and warming. It has a wonderful fruity fragrance which is described as bitter sweet, fresh, camphoraceous and herbaceous. Orange Oil blends well with neroli, geranium, clary sage, myrrh, patchouli, sandalwood, rosemary, spices as well as other citruses. The sweet orange and bitter orange tree produces orange oil from the peel of the fruit.
It is known for brightening your mood and encouraging feelings of joy and happiness from within. It also helps to ease indigestion, constipation and cramps.
Listed below are some of the aromatherapy uses of Orange Oil;
- Antidepressant – uplifts & counteracts depression
- Anti-inflammatory – relieves or alleviates inflammation
- Antiseptic – destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria
- Bactericidal – prevents the growth of/or destroys bacteria
- Carminative – settles digestion, flatulence & eases gripes
- Choleretic – stimulates production & excretion of bile by the liver
- Digestive – aids in the digestion of food
- Fungicidal – resists or destroys fungal infections
- Hypotensive – reduces blood pressure
- Sedative – calms/reduces nervousness
- Stimulant – stimulates the physiological functions of the body
- Stomachic – aids digestion
- Tonic – invigorates & strengthens the body
Orange Oil is generally non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing but can cause dermatitis in some individuals. It can be fatal to children if they ingest a large amount of the oil but generally it is gentle enough to use externally on children. Citrus oils are phototoxic so avoid the sun.
Please check out our Clearly Essentials’ website to see our list of essential oils and carrier oils we supply.
There are many different types of Eucalyptus Oils available on the market but Clearly Essentials offers 2 of the most popular oils used in aromatherapy; Eucalyptus Citriadora Oil (lemon-scented) and Eucalyptus Globulus Oil (blue-gum).
Since cold and flu season is approaching, Eucalyptus has a reputation for being a decongestant and helps relieve respiratory ailments, headaches, and sinuses. It also helps relieve aches and pains, antiseptic and is an excellent insect repellent for mosquitoes.
Eucalyptus Citriadora Oil has a strong, fresh citronella-like odor and a sweet balsamic undertone. It blends well with most florals, citruses and with some spices. Eucalyptus Globulus Oil has a harsh camphoraceous odor and a woody sweet undertone. It blends well with other woods, herbs, lavender and lemon.
Listed below are some of the aromatherapy uses of Eucalyptus Citriadora Oil;
- Antiseptic – destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria
- Antiviral – inhibits the growth of viruses
- Bactericidal – prevents the growth of/or destroys bacteria
- Deodorant – counteracts body odours
- Expectorant – helps to expel mucus from respiratory system
- Fungicidal – resists or destroys fungal infections
- Insecticide – destroys insects
Listed below are some of the aromatherapy uses of Eucalyptus Globulus Oil:
- Analgesic – relieves or diminishes pain
- Anti-inflammatory – relieves or alleviates inflammation
- Antibacterial – prevents the growth of/or destroys bacteria
- Antineuralgic – relieves & reduces nerve pain
- Antirheumatic – relieves or reduces the symptoms of rheumatism
- Antiseptic – destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria
- Antispasmodic – calming properties
- Antiviral – inhibits the growth of viruses
- Astringent – contracts & tightens tissues
- Balsamic – soothing and healing
- Cicatrizant – promotes healing through the formation of scar tissue
- Decongestant – relieves or reduces congestion
- Deodorant – counteracts body odours
- Depurative – purifies and cleanses the blood
- Diuretic – increases the production & secretion of urine
- Expectorant – helps to expel mucus from respiratory system
- Febrifuge – reduces fever
- Hypoglycaemic – blood sugar levels that are raised above the accepted normal range
- Rubefacient – warms the skin & increases blood flow
- Stimulant – stimulates the physiological functions of the body
- Vermifuge – expels worms or parasites from the body
- Vulnerary – promotes healing of wounds & prevents tissue degeneration
- Eucalpytus Citriadora Oil should only be used externally
- Eucalpytus Citriadora Oil should only be used externally
Eucalyptus Citriadora Oil is non-toxic and a non-irritant but could cause possible sensitization in some individuals. Eucalyptus Globulus Oil should be used with care and people with high blood pressure & epilepsy should avoid it. Excessive use of this oil may cause headaches. It is very important to keep Eucalyptus Oil out of reach of children since this oil is very toxic if ingested. Also please avoid applying Eucalyptus Oil to or near an infant’s nose.
Please check out our Clearly Essentials’ website to see our list of essential oils and carrier oils we supply.
Lavender has a versatile reputation and is one of the most widely used essential oil for soothing and relaxing. It is a very safe essential oil to use and from the list of aromatherapy uses listed below, you can see it can help uplift, relieve, stimulate, destroy and calm any symptom. Lavender has a very familiar smell and is used extensively in the skincare and perfumery industry.
Lavender oil has a beautiful odor, described as sweet, floral-herbaceous and refreshing, with a pleasant balsamic woody undertone. It blends wonderfully with bergamot and other citrus oils, clove oils, oakmoss, patchouli, rosemary, sage clary, pine need oils etc.
Listed below are some of the aromatherapy uses of Lavender:
- Analgesic – relieves or diminishes pain
- Anticonvulsant – relieves or controls convulsions
- Antidepressant – uplifts & counteracts depression
- Antimicrobial – resists or destroys pathogens that cause disease
- Antirheumatic – relieves or reduces the symptoms of rheumatism
- Antiseptic – destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria
- Antispasmodic – relieves spasms & cramps of the smooth muscles
- Antitoxic – counteracts poisoning
- Carminative – settles digestion, flatulence & eases gripes
- Cicatrizant – promotes healing through the formation of scar tissue
- Cholagogue – stimulates the flow of bile from the gall bladder into the intestines
- Choleretic – stimulates production & excretion of bile by the liver
- Cytophylactic – stimulates the growth of healthy new skin cells
- Cordial – stimulant & tonic
- Deodorant – counteracts body odors
- Diuretic – increases the production & secretion of urine
- Emmenagogue – promotes & regulates menstruation
- Hypotensive – reduces blood pressure
- Insecticide – destroys insects
- Nervine – stimulates & strengthens the nervous system
- Parasiticide – destroys parasites
- Rubefacient – warms the skin & increases blood flow
- Sedative – calms/reduces nervousness
- Stimulant – stimulates the physiological functions of the body
- Sudorific – helps to induce sweating
- Tonic – invigorates & strengthens the body
- Vermifuge – expels worms or parasites from the body
- Vulnerary – promotes healing of wounds & prevents tissue degeneration
Please check out our Clearly Essentials’ website to see our list of essential oils and carrier oils we supply.
Tea Tree Oil is a powerful antiseptic and helps clear up many skin diseases. It is also seen as an antibiotic and used for a wide range of fungal, viral and bacterial infections. It is a fairly safe oil to use but may cause sensitization in some individuals.
For those of us who have kids in school – it is Head Lice season. In my kids first week of school we already received a notice that someone has head lice in the class and that we need to check our kids hair on a regular basis. Here’s a little trick from the trade, dab a little tea tree oil (diluted) behind the ears or place approximately 10 drops of oil in a detangling conditioner and spray it in their hair before they go to school. According to the Head Lice Squad – lice do not like tea tree oil!
Listed below are some of the aromatherapy uses of Tea Tree Oil;
- Anti-infectious – combats infection or its spread
- Anti-inflammatory – relieves or alleviates inflammation
- Antiseptic – destroys or controls pathogenic bacteria
- Antiviral – inhibits the growth of viruses
- Balsamic – soothing and healing
- Bactericidal – prevents the growth of/or destroys bacteria
- Cicatrizant – promotes healing through the formation of scar tissue
- Diaphoretic – producing or increasing perspiration
- Expectorant – helps to expel mucus from respiratory system
- Fungicidal – resists or destroys fungal infections
- Immuno-Stimulant – increases the action of the immune system
- Parasiticide – destroys parasites
- Vulnerary – promotes healing of wounds & prevents tissue degeneration
Please check out our website http://www.clearlyessentials.com/ to see our list of essential oils and carrier oils we supply.
Essential oils are highly volatile substances that evaporate readily and are all inflammable.
That’s why Clearly Essentials Limited supplies essential oils in dark glass bottles as heat, air and light can affect them. So please store your essential oils in a cool dark place with the lid tightly sealed to prevent evaporation. Remember that once the bottle is opened constantly the oxidation process begins and therefore you will get a reduction of therapeutic properties over time.
It depends on the essential oil but most will deteriorate slowly over a couple of years. Citrus oils on the other hand should be used within one year.
We highly recommend that you use your essential oils within one year.
Essential oils should only be used if you have obtained good profiles with information on safety precautions. Also please ensure that you have adequate ventilation when working with oils.
Here are a couple of safety guidelines;
- Store out of the reach of children
- Essential oils should never be taken orally
- Avoid using oils in or around the eye area
- Certain essential oils can cause skin irritation especially if they are applied directly to the skin undiluted
- Citrus oils are phototoxic so avoid the sun
- Some oils can cause skin sensitivity so try a patch test and vary the oils you use on a regular basis
- Do not use essential oils during the first trimester of your pregnancy
- If you have any medical condition please consult your doctor first before using an essential oil.