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• Psychologically bergamot has calming, uplifting and anti-depressant properties, which is why its use is often considered in times of depression, anxiety and nervous tension. It is also said to radiate love energy and happiness. While on the physiological level bergamot has antiseptic, expectorant and anti-spasmodic properties and its use could be considered for fighting colds and flu and digestive disorders.
• Psychologically, Black Pepper has analgesic, antispasmodic and tonic properties. It can be helpful in counteracting lethargy and mental fatigue. It is said to bring courage, warm indifference and ease life changes.
• On the physiological level it has analgesic and warming properties and can be helpful when dealing with muscular aches & pains, arthritis and sciatica. It can also help blood circulation and by so doing help with cold hands and feet
• Psychologically, Cardamom has stimulating and tonic properties. It can be helpful with tension, frigidity and impotence. It can help to stir the creative energies.
• On the physiological level Cardamom has good anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties and has been found to be helpful with coughs, bronchitis, muscular aches and pains, anorexia, colic, cramps, digestion, indigestion, nausea and diarrhea.
• Psychologically, cedarwood’s calming, sedative properties have been found to be helpful for stress, tension, nervous disorders, fear and anger. On a physiological level, cedarwood is used for many conditions including bronchitis, cough, arthritis and cystitis. It is often used as an insect repellent. Cedarwood helps us to get back in touch with our true reality by affirming and clarifying our focus. It is grounding. Cedarwood can be used to clear and cleanse a room of negativity and bring in positive energy. It clears and steadies the mind and promotes a calm meditative state to better receive healing energy. Cedarwood enhances stability, integrity and solidarity in all things. Avoid during pregnancy.
• Psychologically Roman chamomile is very relaxing, soothing and calming and it can be helpful with insomnia, anxiety, depression, anger and fear. On the physiological level it has strong anti-spasmodic and anti-inflammatory properties and its use could be considered for muscular aches and pains, digestive problems, acne, dermatitis and hypersensitive skin.
• Psychologically, Clary Sage has calming and sedative properties and can be effective for depression, nervous tension, fatigue and stress. It can be mildly intoxicating and euphoric. It is thought to enhance dreaming.
• On the physiological level Clary Sage has calming, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and deodorant properties and is very useful for skin conditions and gastric complaints. It is considered to be a uterine tonic and thought to be effective in many of the problems affecting this organ. It is thought to be very helpful controlling menstrual spasms and labor pains.
• Psychologically coffee essential oil is revitalizing and awakening. It is also very beneficial for treating depression. Physiologically coffee helps to combat the feeling of nausea and is beneficial for the respiratory system and also for the heart. It is often used in sunblocks and colognes.
• Psychologically eucalyptus globulus has uplifting and anti-depressant properties. One can consider its use for times one needs to focus or clear the head. On the physiological level eucalyptus globulus has analgesic, anti-rheumatic,antiseptic, antispasmodic, expectorant and mucolytic properties and its use could be considered for colds and flu, to stimulate circulation and muscular aches and pains
• Psychologically geranium has sedative, uplifting and anti-depressant properties, which is why its use is often considered in times of depression, confusion, panic and anxiety. It can also be useful in promoting concentration. While on the physiological level geranium has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and hemostatic properties and its use could be considered for: sluggish, oily complexions and combination skin; menstrual problems, menopause and PMS
• Psychologically, Ginger has cheering and aphrodisiac properties. It is stimulating but grounding and is believed to warm cold flat emotions, sharpen the senses and assist with nervous exhaustion and tiredness. In addition it is considered to be a memory aid and be helpful in boosting courage.
On the physiological level Ginger has analgesic and antispasmodic properties and it has been used for arthritis, fatigue, muscle aches and pains, neuralgia, sprains and rheumatism. Ginger has also been found to be very useful for many digestive complaints including constipation, indigestion, travel sickness, nausea, vomiting, anorexia and hangover.
• Psychologically, Jasmine has aphrodisiac, calming and sedative properties and its use can be considered for dispelling fear, uplifting one's mood, emotional suffering, lightening of depression and stress related disorders.
• On the physiological level it has antispasmodic and calming properties and it is thought to regulate and deepen breathing. It is also thought to be useful both during and after childbirth.
• Psychologically, Juniper has aphrodisiac and relaxing properties. It is useful for helping to reduce anxiety, insomnia, depression and jet lag. Juniper is also thought to strengthen and clear away negative energy.
• On the physiological level Juniper Berry has analgesic, diuretic, antispasmodic properties. It can be considered in cases of acne, dermatitis and weeping eczema. It may also be helpful when cellulite and water retention are a problem because of its diuretic properties. Its analgesic and antispasmodic properties make it useful for muscle aches and pains.
• Psychologically lavender is well known for its relaxing, sedating properties. It has traditionally been used for a variety of nervous or psychological ailments including anger, depression, insomnia, hysteria, migrains, mood swings, nervous tension and shock.
• On the physiological level it has anagesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, balancing and calming properties and its use could be considered for burns, colds, coughs, headaches, insect bites, muscle aches and pains and skin irritations (dermatitis, eczema, and psoriasis).
• Psychologically lemongrass is helpful in treating stress and nervous exhaustion. It is considered a purifying scent. Physiologically it is analgesic, anti-microbial, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, insecticidal, sedative, nervine and a tonic. It is used to treat acne, to repel insects such as fleas, lice, ticks and mosquitoes, to relieve muscle pain, indigestion, fever, and headaches.
• Psychologically, Mandarin has calming and soothing properties and is a favorite of children. It is considered to be helpful for insomnia (especially if of nervous origin) as well as anxiety, tension, nervousness and stress related disorders.
On the physiological level Mandarin's antispasmodic properties can be helpful in the case of muscle spasms and its tonic properties are helpful as an immune stimulant. Its calming properties are helpful for gastric problems.
• Psychologically, Rosemary has stimulating properties. It is an excellent oil to consider when there is physical exhaustion, feeling rundown, headaches, migraines, mental fatigue and nervous exhaustion. It is excellent to use in the mornings when one needs a bit of help in getting going. Probably best to avoid its use at night as it might prove too stimulating and make it difficult to sleep. It is also excellent for memory.
• On the physiological level Rosemary has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, antiviral, expectorant and mucolytic properties. It is said to strengthen and promote hair growth. It can be useful for many respiratory conditions as well as muscular aches and pains, cramps and spasms. Also considered to be helpful in cases gout. As an oil from a culinary herb it is useful when suffering from upset stomachs, flatulence and constipation.
• Psychologically thyme acts as a memory booster and anti depressant and helps to concentrate. Physiologically thyme is an antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant, astringent; it destroys parasitic infections, helps dissipate muscle and rheumatic pain, stops coughing, decreases gas and indigestion, stimulates menstruation, clears lung congestion, stimulates the immune system and circulation. helps cure sinusitis, bronchitis, anorexia, cellulite, eczema, athlete’s foot, dermatitis, insect and animal bites, stings, laryngitis, pharyngitis and other infections. Can be used to keep off bad breath and body odor.