Origin: South Africa Method: Steam distillation Aroma: Warm/spicy/camphorous Extracted from: Leaves/branches Aromatic benefits: Immune boost - Tea tree helps with respiratory conditions, the flu, muscle aches and pains, is antibacterial, antiviral and antiseptic. This is a great oil to have in your first aid kit to treat minor cuts and scratches & to help treat several skin problems like acne, athlete's foot, skin inflammation and nail fungus.
Origin: Hungary Method: Steam distillation Aroma: Fresh/minty/peppery Extracted from: whole plant Aromatic benefits: Energising - Peppermint boosts energy and alleviates nervous tension and stress. It is also used during a common cold and for muscle pain relief, menstrual cramp relief and itch relief.
Origin: Mexico Method: Cold pressed Aroma: Fresh/Fruity/Sweet Extracted from: Rind of fruit Aromatic benefits: Uplifting & Brightens mood - Sweet orange is uplifting and worry reducing, stimulates cheerfulness and is known to reduce anxiety. It also helps settle the tummy when the vaporated oil is inhaled.
Origin: France Method: Steam distillation Aroma: Floral/soft Extracted from: Flowering tops Aromatic benefits: Soothing & relaxing - Lavender calms the spirit, soothes tensions & supports a good night sleep.
Origin: Italy Method: Cold pressed Aroma: Fresh/fruity/sweet/light Extracted from: Rind of fruit Aromatic benefits: Uplifting & Decreases nausea - Lemon oil lightens the mood, reduces stress and anxiety & decreases feelings of nausea. It's also an antibacterial oil which makes it good to treat small wounds, and antioxidants that brighten and preserve your skin
Origin: Portugal Method: Steam distillation Aroma: Fresh/camphorous/woody Extracted from: Leaves/twigs Aromatic benefits: Stimulating & Rejuvenating - Eucalyptus relieves mental exhaustion by boosting circulation to the brain, stimulating the mind out of sluggishness, and rejuvenating the spirit. Also used for a common cold, to treat minor wounds and scratches and to relief joint pains.
Origin: Madagascar Method: Steam distillation Aroma: Sweet/floral/soft Extracted from: Flowers Aromatic benefits: Soothing & Antidepressant - Ylang ylang oil is widely used to alleviate depression, panic attacks, anxiety & chronic stress. It can also be used to treat scratches and small wounds because of its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
