Essential Oils
Bergamot
Bergamot was used in the first eau de cologne and is used to flavour Earl Grey tea. It is citrusy, uplifting, assuring and restoring. Top properties include: neurotonic, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, antibacterial, antifungal, digestive. Used in: Old Brown Windsor soap, Eucalyptus & Bergamot Bath Salts, Roll on the Confidence, Roll on the Romance, Eucalyptus & Bergamot candle.
Black Pepper
Black pepper shares a similar chemical structure to melissa essential oil. It is spicy, warming and circulating. Top properties include: antioxidant, antispasmodic, digestive, expectorant, neorotonic (has a strengthening or stimulating effect on the nerves), stimulant, rubefacient (stimulates circulation). Used in: Anise & Black Pepper Soap.
Cinnamon Cassia
Cinnamon cassia was used in biblical times and by the ancient Egyptians. It was often traded, but its origin was a closely guarded secret. It is spicy, protecting and warming. Top properties include: decongestant, carminative (prevents gas formation in the digestive tract), detoxifier, cardiotonic, antimicrobial, antiviral, antifungal, antispasmodic, antiseptic, antioxidant, aphrodisiac. Used in: Old Brown Windsor soap, Cinnamon & Orange candle.
Cedarwood
Cedarwood was used by First Nations Peoples for over 400 years to treat colds and fevers. It is connecting, strong and deep. Top properties include: anti-inflammatory, diuretic, astringent, antiseptic, insecticidal, sedative. Used in: Cedarwood & Pine soap, Dirty Dawg soap, Hockey Puck soap, Lemongrass & Avocado soap, Shave soap, Hair Serum, Healthy Hair Spritz, Insect Repellent Spritz, Cedarwood & Pine candle, Lemongrass candle.
Clary Sage
Clary Sage is derived from Latin meaning "clear eyes." Medieval monks favoured it for eye troubles. It is balancing, musky and feminine. Top properties include: emmenagogue, galactagogue, neurotonic, mucolytic, anticoagulant, sedative, antispasmodic. Used in: Roll on the Clarity.
Clove
Clove is a powerful antioxidant. As a dried spice it measures 300,000 on the ORAC scale and as an essential oil, it measures over 1 million. It is warm, spicy and protective. Top properties include: antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, expectorant, nervine, anti-parasitic, regenerative, vermicide. Used in: Old Brown Windsor soap.
Copaiba
Copaiba is extracted from mature trees between 30-50 years in age and considered one of the most anti-inflammatory substances on earth. It is comforting, magnifying and commanding. Top properties include: anti-inflammatory, antiarthritic, analgesic, antifungal, antibacterial, antioxidant, anti-carcinoman, carminative, anti-microbial. Used in: Roll on the Relief.
Coriander
Coriander comes from the seeds of the cilantro herb; cilantro is from the leaf of the same plant. It is calming, green and stimulating. Top properties include: analgesic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, digestive, antibacterial, antispasmodic. Used in: Roll on the Confidence.
Eucalyptus
Eucalyptus was widely used in World War I to control infections and influenza. It is enlivening, fresh and clearing. Top properties include: antiviral, antibacterial, expectorant, analgesic, insecticidal, hypotensive, disinfectant, catalyst. Used in: Dead Sea Mud Skin Therapy soap, Eucalyptus & Hemp soap, Eucalyptus & Bergamot Bath Salts, Insect Repellent Spritz, Purifying Spritz, Eucalyptus & Bergamot candle.
Frankincense
Nearly all ancient religions have used frankincense in their spiritual practices including ancient Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Christians, Jews, Muslims, Hindus, and Buddhists. It is woody, protective, and both powerful and gentle. Top properties include: immunostimulant, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, restorative. Used in: Dead Sea Mud Skin Therapy soap, Frankincense "Ageless" Face Bar, Face & Body Serum, Roll on the Happy, Roll on the Memory, Roll on the Relief, Roll on the Remedy, After Sun Spritz.
Geranium
Geranium is a powerful floral oil often referred to as the "poor man's rose." If you don't have rose, reach for geranium! It is strengthening, releasing and stabilizing. Top properties include: haemostatic (prevents or stops bleeding by keeping blood within damaged blood vessels), detoxifier, regenerative, anti-allergenic, antihemorrhagic, antitoxic. Used in: Frankincense "Ageless" Face Bar, Lavender & Geranium Bath Bomb, Lavender & Geranium Bath Salts, Lavender & Geranium Sugar Scrub, Grapefruit & Tangerine Whipped Body Butter, Lavender & Geranium Whipped Body Butter, Face & Body Serum, Roll on the Bright Eyes, Lavender & Geranium candle.
Ginger
Ginger has been used as a medicinal herb for centuries. It is warming, accelerating and stimulating. Top properties include: anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, digestive, laxative, analgesic, stimulant, decongestant, neurotonic. Used in: Lemongrass & Ginger Sugar Scrub, Roll on the Confidence.
Grapefruit
Some prescription drugs contain a warning against grapefruit. The essential oil has a different chemical composition to the fruit. It is citrus, detoxifying and fresh. Top properties include: diuretic, antioxidant, antiseptic, astringent, antitoxic, purifier, expectorant. Used in: Grapefruit Bath Bomb, Grapefruit & Tangerine Whipped Body Butter.
Helichrysum
This precious oil is often hand-picked on the island of Corsica and used as "liquid stitches." It is healing, fusing and regenerating. Top properties include: antispasmodic, anticatarrhal (helps the body remove excess mucous), neuroprotective, neurotonic, vasoconstrictor (narrowing of blood vessels to keep your body in healthy balance), haemostatic, nervine (clams nerves), analgesic. Used in: Face & Body Serum.
Jasmine
In India, jasmine is known as "Queen of the Night" because it typically blossoms in the night. It is euphoria, splendor and joy. Top properties include: antidepressant, aphrodisiac, antispasmodic, calming, regenerative, carminative. Used in: Jasmine Spritz.
Lavender
Lavender means "to wash" in Latin. It is likely the most used essential oil globally, and for good reason, as it serves in all things calming! It is relaxing, regenerating and soothing. Top properties include: sedative, astringent, antihistamine, cytophylactic (protects cells), antispasmodic, antidepressant, analgesic, hypotensive, nervine, antibacterial, regenerative, cardiotonic. Used in: Charcoal & Tea Tree soap, Dead Sea Mud Skin Therapy soap, Dirty Dawg soap, Frankincense "Ageless" Face Bar, Hockey Puck soap, Hair Care Shampoo Bar, Lavender soap, Old Brown Windsor soap, Patchouli & Sandalwood soap, Lavender & Geranium Bath Bomb, Lavender & Geranium Bath Salts, Lavender & Geranium Sugar Scrub, Lavender & Geranium Whipped Body Butter, Face & Body Serum, Hair Serum, Nourishing Nail & Cuticle Conditioner, Roll on the Happy, After Sun Spritz, Healthy Hair Spritz, Insect Repellent Spritz, Lavender Spritz, Yoga Mat Spritz, Lavender candle.
Lemon
It takes approximately 45 lemons to produce a 15 ml bottle of lemon essential oil. It is uplifting, invigorating and refreshing. Top properties include: antiseptic, diuretic, antioxidant, antibacterial, detoxification, disinfectant. mucolytic (treats respiratory conditions by thinning mucous), astringent, degreaser. Used in: Dish soap, Eucalyptus & Hemp soap, Frankincense "Ageless" Face Bar, Hair Care Conditioner Bar, Hair Care Shampoo Bar, Olive Oil & Lemon soap, Nourishing Nail & Cuticle Conditioner, Roll on the Energy, Roll on the Remedy, Purifying Spritz.
Lemongrass
Lemongrass essential oil is used in the pharmaceutical industry for the synthesis of Vitamin A. It is electrifying, regenerating and purifying. Top properties include: anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, analgesic, anti-carcinoma, anti-mutagenic, decongestant, regenerative, anti-rheumatic. Used in: Dirty Dawg soap, Lemongrass & Avocado soap, Lemongrass & Ginger Sugar Scrub, Grapefruit & Tangerine Whipped Body Butter, Roll on the Relief, Insect Repellent Spritz, Lemongrass Spritz, Lemongrass candle.
Lime
A popular oil in perfumery for men. In times past, British sailors drank lime juice to prevent scurvy. It is renewing, energizing and purifying. Top properties include: anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antioxidant, antibacterial, tonic, uplifting, detoxifier, disinfectant, diuretic. Used in: Orange Citrus soap, Shave soap, Spearmint & Lime Lip Balm.
Marjoram
Also known as "Joy of the Mountains," marjoram symbolized happiness to the ancient Greeks and Romans. It is relaxing, connecting and pleasing. Top properties include: vasodilator, antispasmodic, digestive stimulant, antibacterial, antifungal, hypotensive, sedative. Used in: Roll on the Relief.
Myrrh
Myrrh means "bitter" and was referred to in the Bible as the balm of Gilead. It was given as a gift to the Christ child and also presented at his death to be used prior to burial. It is drying, healing and nurturing. Top properties include: anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antimicrobial, expectorant, anti-infectious, carminative, antifungal.Used in: Fankincense "Ageless" Bar.
Neroli
One ton of blossoms is needed to produce 1 kg of neroli oil. This historically desired fragrance can be heavily diluted and remain highly effective. It is arousing, rejuvenating and tranquilizing. Top properties include: antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antimutagenic, aphrodisiac, cytophylactic, neurotonic, regenerative, sedative, warming. Used in: Neroli Spritz.
Orange
The Chinese first recognized the value of the peel of an orange for treating coughs and colds. It is uplifting, invigorating and renewing.Top properties include: energizing, sedative, anti-carcinoma, carminative, antiseptic, antidepressant, immunostimulant. Used in: Dish soap, Hair Care Conditioner Bar, Orange Citrus soap, Peppermint Pumice soap, Peppermint & Orange Sugar Scrub, Vanilla Orange Whipped Body Butter, Peppermint & Orange Lip Balm, Roll on the Energy, Yoga Mat Spritz, Cinnamon & Orange candle.
Oregano
This powerful and potent essential oil packs a punch. It is helpful against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. It is strong, resolving and powerful. Top properties include: antibacterial, antifungal, anti-parasitic, antiviral, immunostimulant. Used in: Roll on the Remedy.
Patchouli
Patchouli has a long history in the perfume trade, but became famous from the 1960s hippie movement. It is calming, recovering and stabilizing. Top properties include: aphrodisiac, sedative, diuretic, antifungal, antispasmodic, insecticide, antidepressant. Used in: Patchouli & Sandalwood Soap, Roll on the Romance.
Peppermint
Peppermint, with its stimulant qualities, and lavender, with its sedative qualities, make a great combination. It is adaptive, invigorating and cooling. Top properties include: anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antispasmodic, warming, invigorating, cooling, expectorant, vasoconstrictor, stimulating. Used in: Hair Care Conditioner Bar, Peppermint Pumice soap, Peppermint & Orange Sugar Scrub, Hair Serum, Peppermint & Orange Lip Balm, Roll on the Energy, Roll on the Memory, After Sun Spritz, Peppermint Spritz.
Petitgrain
Petitgrain has a long history os use for cleaning and immune support. It is uplifting, invigorating and refreshing. Top properties include: antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, cardiotonic, detoxifier, immunostimulant, nervine, sedative, tonic. Used in: Old Brown Windsor Soap.
Protective Blend
A strong immunity combats viral and bacterial threats to the body. Use this proprietary blend to keep your family healthy. It is spicy, supportive and warming. Main ingredients: orange, clove, cinnamon, eucalyptus, rosemary. Used in: Roll on the Remedy.
Restful Blend
Create a tranquil feeling and immediately transport yourself to a state of blissful repose by calming the mind and emotions, soothing the senses, and supporting a restful sleep with this grounding aroma. It is sweet, warm and calming. Main ingredients: lavender, cedarwood, ho wood, ylang ylang, marjoram, Roman chamomile, vetiver root, vanilla, Hawaiian sandalwood. Used in: Roll on the Calm.
Roman Chamomile
Ancient Romans used Roman chamomile before battle to empower them with courage and clear minds. It is bright, calming and sweet. Top properties include: antihistamine, antibacterial, antifungal, sedative, immunostimulant, hypnotonic. Used in: Roll on the Bright Eyes.
Rose
Known as the "Queen of Flowers," it requires about 12,000 rose blossoms to make a 5ml bottle. It is intimate, connecting and radiant. Top properties include: antidepressant, aphrodisiac, antispasmodic, emmenagogue (stimulates blood flow in the pelvic area), sedative, tonic. Used in: Rose Spritz.
Rosemary
In ancient times, rosemary was a favourite oil to drive away evil spirits. It is refreshing, cooling and clearing. Top properties include: analgesic, thins mucus, improves brain function, stimulant. Used in: Hair Care Shampoo Bar, Hair Serum, Roll on the Clarity, Roll on the Memory, Healthy Hair Spritz, Insect Repellent Spritz.
Sandalwood
Sandalwood has been used for various spiritual and religious uses. Today, Hindus still use it to anoint the temple floor and walls to enhance spiritual ambiance. It is calming, sweet and woody. Top properties include: anti-inflammatory, anti-carcinoma, astringent, antidepressant, sedative. Used in: Patchouli & Sandalwood Soap.
Spearmint
A common flavour for toothpaste and candy, the ancient Greeks enjoyed bathing with spearmint. It is relieving, uplifting and promoting. Top properties include: anti-inflammatory, digestive, stimulant, carminative, antiseptic. Used in: Shave soap, Spearmint & Lime Lip Balm, Roll on the Clarity.
Tangerine
Tangerine has ben used for over 3000 years and remains valuable in integrative medicine. It is calming, clearing and uplifting. Top properties include: energizing, sedative, uplifting, antioxidant, cytophylactic, detoxifier mucolytic, stomachic. Used in: Grapefruit & Tangerine Whipped Body Butter, Roll on the Happy.
Tea Tree (Melaleuca)
With 12 times the antiseptic power of a phenol, Australian Aborigines have used tea tree for centuries, often crushing leaves in their hands and inhaling the aroma for olds and illnesses. It is powerful, cleansing and resolving. Top properties include: antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-parasitic, antiviral, analgesic, decongestant. Used in: Charcoal & Tea Tree soap, Hockey Puck soap, Roll on the Remedy, Purifying Spritz, Yoga Mat Spritz.
Vetiver
Vetiver is a natural tranquilizer, and in Ayurvedic medicine is known as the oil of "Tranquility." . It is regenerating, reassuring and enduring. Top properties include: stimulant, tonic, sedative, antiseptic, immunostimulant, vermifuge (expels parasitic worms), antispasmodic, rubaficient. Used in: Roll on the Calm.
Ylang Ylang
In Java, ylang ylang flowers adorn the newlyweds' bed and are often used as as aphrodisiac. It is calming, floral and soothing. Top properties include: hypotensive, aphrodisiac, antispasmodic, sedative. Used in: Roll on the Romance.
The Essential Life (4th ed.). (2017). Total Wellness Publishing