Health & Wellbeing

Cardamom essential oil is extracted from the fragrant seed pods of the Elettaria Cardamom plant, native to India and now grown commercially throughout Asia. In traditional Ayurvedic therapies the spice was used in preparations to assist the body through a virus and to aid in digestive complaints. The practise of aromatherapy utilises this oil in much the same way. Applied to the stomach in an aromatherapy blend, this settling oil can help ease stomach cramps and indigestion. It can also be used to energise a lethargic mind and to support the body to recover from periods of illness.

Coriander, although categorised within the ‘spicy’ family of essential oils is significantly milder than the likes of Clove, Cardamom and Cinnamon and ideal to use for people with sensitive skin types. Coriander seeds are used in the extraction process for this oil, which are taken from the plant once the flowers, or ‘umbels’ die back at the end of the season. This fragrant oil can be used to support the body and mind in numerous ways, including the easing of digestive complaints, the boosting of circulation and to help the body to recover from viral infection. The warming and calming fragrance is also beneficial for people struggling with mental exhaustion, anxiety or sleep deprivation. Try blending in a diffuser with a citrus oil to help soothe nervous tension.

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French Marjoram (or Sweet Marjoram as it is known) essential oil is derived from an aromatic herb, native to Egypt and Turkey, where it was regarded as a sign of happiness. 17th Century herbalist, Nicholas Culpeper, recommended Sweet Marjoram as a natural soother of menstrual cramps and the herb is still used today by aromatherapists due to its effective anti-spasmodic and relaxing properties. Blended with softer, floral oils, French Marjoram is known to ease erratic moods and support the mental state during times of stress.

Popular throughout ancient Egypt, Myrrh was used in an array of cosmetic and medicinal processes, from the embalming of mummies to the preparation of skincare treatments for affluent women. The Greeks also revelled in Myrrh’s cooling and healing properties, using it in fragrance blends and applying it to wounds to help inflammation and prevent infection. In modern aromatherapy Myrrh can be used to treat a host of physical and emotional ailments. Applied in a compress, the oil can help to draw out infection from a wound. Blended with floral oils in a diffuser, Myrrh is said to relax the mind and dissolve negative feelings.

Possibly one of the most renowned herbal treatments throughout the world, pungent Tea Tree is ideal for use in soothing and healing a ream of ailments. Extracted from the green leaves of the Melaleuca Alternifolia, it is thought that Tea Tree gained its modern name from English explorer Cpt James Cook, whose crew drank infusions of the plant to treat scurvy. Hailing from Australia, indigenous aboriginal people have used Tea Tree for centuries to treat coughs, colds, fevers and headaches for centuries. Combined with other medicinal, circulation boosting oils such as Rosemary, Eucalyptus and Peppermint, Tea Tree is ideal for supporting the body during winter month.

Peppermint essential oil comes from a hybrid of mint plants. This particular type of Peppermint oil has a very strong aroma, making it ideal for use in aromatherapy practice and fragrances. The medicinal properties of Peppermint have been documented for many years, with emphasis as a reliever for the symptoms of coughs and colds and as a natural decongestant. It also has benefits when treating IBS and digestive complaints and can be massaged in to the stomach to sooth indigestion and bloating. Peppermint’s unique fragrance is also very clearing to the mind. Including a few drops in a vaporisation blend will help to sharpen concentration and focus a busy brain.

Lavender today is used in a multitude of natural health products and cosmetics and is one of the most popular essential oils in the practice of aromatherapy. The soothing properties of Lavender essential oil will help calm anxiety, improve relaxation and help to promote a good night’s sleep. Used on the skin, Lavender is effective for soothing minor cuts and grazes and can also provide nourishment to dry or sun-chapped skin.

Extracted from gargantuan Australian trees spanning skywards for up to 100 meters, Eucalyptus essential oil is used in a plethora of modern treatments, for everything from a common cold to reviving tired muscles. Eucalyptus proved a valuable traditional remedy to the native people of Australia who soaked the leaves in boiling water to release a powerful vapour that helps clear chest conditions and coughs. Used in massage Eucalyptus can boost the circulation and warm cold hands and feet. The perfect remedy for the stresses and strains of the colder seasons.