The juniper tree has been used for medicinal and spiritual purposes since ancient times. The Old Testament references the use of the juniper tree for purification. Native Americans also use juniper berries for medicinal purposes and to purify the air. The essential oil also has antiseptic properties and can help combat acne. It is calming and can ease stress without causing sedative effects. Juniper Berry Essential Oil can be used in a diffuser or candle burner to cleanse and purify the air. It blends well with wood oils like cedarwood, sandalwood, and rosewood and citrus oils like sweet orange or grapefruit. Juniper berries give gin its flavor, and the…

Juniper essential has woodsy and sweet scent that can create a soothing and peaceful aroma. The leafs are considered as the most therapeutical parts of the plant which is extracted by the steam distillation. When it is directly inhaled it helps to support in clear breathing and juniper plays vital role in the cleansing action to the skin. It also can be used as the massage oil for the different joints of the body. When juniper is applied thoroughly it maintains the calmness and relaxes the body.Harvesting season is from Feb-April. Description:Common Name: Juniper leafBotanical Name: Juniperus indicaBotanical Family: CupressaceaeCultivation: wild craftedExtraction method: Steam DistillationPlants part: LeafYield: 0.8-1.6%Local Name: Dhupi…

Cymbopogon flexuosus is a perennial grass that can reach heights of 10.5 meter and is native to Sri-Lanka, Nepal, Thailand and Burma. Nowadays it is also cultivated in the West Indies, Africa and Tropical Asia. It is also called as a Lemon Grass. Lemongrass essential oil is produced by the steam distillation of freshly cut leaves and can be extracted by using alcohol. It helps in stress-related disorders, and it was found tohave antifungal and antimicrobial properties. It also can be used in bath for soothing muscular nerves and pains.. It is harvested in the month of Marh-October Description: Common Name: Lemon GrassBotanical Name: Cymbopogon flexuosusBotanical Family: Poaceae/GramineaeCultivation: wild crafted/organically…

Cymbopogon martini belongs to the family poaceae (Graminae). Cymbopogon martini is a species of grass in the lemon grass genus native to India and Indochina but it is widely cultivated in many places for its aromatic oil. Its common name is palmarosa. This herbal plant has an average height ranging between 1 -3 meter. It has a pale green color and a thin stem. After 3 months, palmarosa can be harvested. It is widely used in rose smelling perfumes and in different cosmetic products. It also works as mosquito repellingagent.Harvesting season is from June-Dec. Description:Common Name: PalmarosaBotanical Name: Cymbopogon martiniiBotanical Family: GraminaeCultivation: wild crafted/organically grownExtraction method: Steam DistillationPlants part: LeavesYield:…

Patchouli Essential Oil has many uses and offers numerous benefits, despite its aroma being an “acquired taste” (so to speak) for some. I use Patchouli Oil in skin care applications, emotionally in diffuser blends, romantically in sensual blends, spiritually at times for meditation, and in making natural personal fragrances. Try using it in low dilution and blend it with other essential oils if you find the aroma a bit overpowering or too earthy to use alone. Patchouli shines beautifully when used in synergy with other essential oils. Unlike most essential oils that oxidize and diminish in therapeutic and aromatic quality over time, the aroma of Patchouli Essential Oil improves with…

Rhododendron Essential Oil is still a lesser known essential oil, but it is increasing in availability with more suppliers offering it for sale. It is well worth learning more about. Aromatically, it blends well very well many other essential oils including Bergamot, Clary Sage, Lavender, Rose, Virginian Cedarwood, and oils within the citrus, herbaceous, floral and wood families.It is said to help minimize the feelings of anxiety and stress. I find that it helps me to feel more peaceful and at ease during incredibly stressful times and periods of loss.Emotionally and energetically,Rhododendron Essential Oil is comprised of approximately 60-65% monoterpenes including a-Pinene, B-Pinene and Limonene and 25-30% sesquiterpenes including Delta-Cadinene. Refer…

Rosemary has an excellent reputation for oily skin/acne, scalp and hair care, and I have repeatedly read that Rosemary Oil can be helpful with alopecia (hair loss).Rosemary is quite stimulating and is heralded for help in memory retention and staying focused and alert. Rosemary is a good choice for blends for driving long distances and for long study sessions.Bottle Depicting the Typical Color of Rosemary Essential OilSeveral important Rosemary chemotypes are worth paying close attention to:Rosemary Verbenone Essential Oil (Salvia rosmarinus var verbenone aka Salvia rosmarinus ct. verbenone) contains less camphor. The aroma is more herbaceous and is preferred by many.Rosemary Cineole Essential Oil (Salvia rosmarinus var cineole aka Salvia…

Nardostachys is a flowering plant under the family of valerianaceae growing in the Himalayan region found at altitudesbetween3000– 5000 meter. The plant is about 1metre high. It has very powerful sedative properties and works effectively as a restorative in hairloss and colour restoration .Spikenard is used for complexion, strength, spasmodic hysteria, nervous convulsions, nervous headacheand epilepsy. Spikenard oil is used for perfumes, as an incense and as herbal medicine which is believed to help against insomnia,birth difficulties etc.Description:Common Name: Spikenard (green)Botanical Name: Nardostachys grandifloraBotanical Family: ValerianaceaeCultivation: wild craftedExtraction method: Steam DistillationPlants part: Root, rhizomeYield:1%Local Name: JatamansiGeneral propertiesPhysical:Aroma: Spicy, sweet and woody, herbaceousNotes: BaseColor: greenish blueAppearance: Mobile liquid Chemical Family: SesquiterpenesTherapeutic…