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Essential Oils are highly concentrated extracts from herbs, flowers, seeds, and trees, and are derived by a physical process, such as distillation or cold-pressing. These potent oils contain vitamins, hormone-like properties, minerals, and natural antiseptics. The use of essential oils to restore and enhance health and beauty is known as Aromatherapy.
ESSENTIAL OILS vs. PREMIUM FRAGRANCE OILS
In general, candles made with synthetic fragrance oils tend to be more affordable than those made with essential oils and provide a much stronger aroma. There are popular scents, like Blueberry Muffin and Apple Cider, that can only be found in a fragrance oil. These types of scents simply cannot be found naturally in essential oils. Unfortunately, manufacturers of fragrance oils do not have to disclose the ingredients used in making their fragrances, per the FDA. Many candles companies use very inexpensive, petroleum-based fragrance oils that contain a neurotoxin called phthalates. This is one of the many reasons it is important to buy soy candles from an American company with a stellar reputation for quality products and green business practices, like Universol Aromas Soy Candle Company. We use premium, bath and body-safe, phthalate-free fragrance oils to scent our Premium Scented line of soy candles.
Essential oils are much lighter in aroma and are thought to be more healthy for one’s burning environment and for the planet. There are different grades of essential oils, and as with all things, the better ones tend to be more expensive, like the therapeutic-grade essential oils. In some cases, the harvesting of plant and flower materials can cause damage to the environment. This is because it can take hundreds of pounds of plant matter to produce only a single ounce of essential oil. Some materials used to create essential oils, such as certain types of sandalwood, are now endangered from the over-harvesting.
At UniversolAromas.com, we like to provide our customers with both options; we let you decide.
CONTRAINDICATIONS/CAUTIONS (Information is from The Aromatherapy Book, by Jeanne Rose)
Because essential oils can produce physical and mental changes, AVOID USE during pregnancy! It is important to ALWAYS do a patch test on your skin, on your forearm for example, with any product before applying it to other areas of your body. It is important to dilute essential oil in a carrier liquid, such as water or jojoba oil, before applying to the skin, especially if you have sensitive skin or a history of allergies. Always keep essential oils away from eyes and in general, away from any mucus membranes in general. Keep essential oils out of reach and away from children and pets. Keep your essential oils fresh and potent by leaving the bottles tightly capped and away from heat and light. Please use common sense when using essential oils and if any problems should occur, consult your physician.
INHALATION THERAPY
Taking deep breaths of essential oil extracts is a common method in helping treat mental and physical ailments. The inhaled essential oils reach the body through the nose and mouth, the lungs, the bloodstream, and then effect the limbic system of the brain by causing a release of hormones and neurochemicals that can produce mental, emotional and physical responses. When using essential oils to help with mental problems, inhale through the nose. When using essential oils to help with respiratory problems, inhale through the mouth and nose.
Bergamot - This aroma is a refreshing citrus aroma, with warm, spicy undertones. When inhaled, Bergamot essential oil can be used as a digestive aid and can relax the nervous system.
Source: Fresh peel zest
Cedarwood - This aroma is soft, warm and woody. When inhaled, Cedarwood essential oil can be used to help problems associated with the respiratory system. It is also helpful in reducing anxiety. Add a few drops of Cedarwood and Eucalyptus to a steam bowl of water, and inhale to reduce nasal and lung congestion. Source: Wood
Cinnamon - This aroma is very strong, smoky and spicy, and can be used to stimulate the circulatory system and has antiseptic properties. Cinnamon essential oil can also help to reduce drowsiness, irritability and headaches. When inhaled, Cinnamon essential oil can have an aphrodisiac effect and is said to increase one’s ability to tap into the psychic mind. Source: Leaf
Clove – This aroma smells spicy and rich, like actual cloves. Clove Bud essential oil is an antiseptic, has stimulating and pain-killing effects, and can act as an aphrodisiac. When inhaled, it is said to stimulate the mind, to help overcome exhaustion, to stimulate memory, and to stimulate the respiratory system. Source: Buds
Eucalyptus - This aroma has a cooling, calming effect on the mind and body. Eucalyptus essential oil is very effective in killing bacteria and viruses. It is excellent for use during colds and the flu, for reducing headache pain, can help reduce sluggishness and mental exhaustion, and aids in concentration. Eucalyptus essential oil can be added to a vaporizer or inhaled to stimulate and loosen bronchial secretions so that it can be coughed up. Source: Leaves
Frankincense - Frankincense Frereana essential oil has a rich, earthy scent with a deeply mysterious nuance. It is a grounding aroma and is often used in meditation. The anti-inflammatory properties of this oil is reputed to be an effective treatment for joint pain and arthritis. Source: Wood resin
Grapefruit, Pink - This aroma is a sweet, fresh, citrus treat. Grapefruit essential oil is helpful for reducing mental exhaustion, depression and headaches. It also disinfects airborne germs. When inhaled, Grapefruit essential oil can act as an anti-depressant, relieve anxiety and can help with PMS symptoms. It is also a great air freshener. Source: Fresh peel zest
Lavender - This aroma is fresh, floral and sweet, and is known for its relaxing and soothing properties. Lavender essential oil is helpful for reducing headaches, migraines, insomnia, anxiety, and tension. It can act as a brain and central nervous system sedative, can relieve nervous tension, manic depression, mood swings. Lavender essential oil vibrates in the musical key of A and the color indigo, and effects the 6th charka, The Third Eye. Source: Flowers
Lemon - This aroma has a crisp, clean, citrus scent and has been recognized as an excellent cleanser. Research has show that Lemon essential oil enhances one’s ability to concentrate.
Source: Fresh peel zest
Lemongrass - This aroma has a powerful citrus scent and smells very clean. Lemongrass essential oil has strong antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties and can be used to fend off insects. When inhaled, it has a sedating effect on the nervous system and can help soothe a headache. Source: Grass
Lime – This aroma has a crisp, sweet, refreshing citrus scent that has been used by aromatherapists for its uplifting and revitalizing properties. When inhaled, Lime essential oil is said to stimulate the muscles around the eyes. Source: Fresh peel zest
Orange - This aroma is refreshing, fruity and tangy, and smells as if one has just peeled a sweet, ripe orange. Sweet Orange is helpful in reducing nervous anxiety, and also has calming and sedative effects. When inhaled, Sweet Orange essential oil can help with depression and can act as a nerve sedative. This oil can be used for the 2nd charka and encourages energy flow. It also can be used as a disinfectant and odor eliminator. Source: Fresh peel zest
Palmarosa – This aroma has a bitter-sweet, floral scent. Aromatherapists recommend it as an oil to diffuse to help when you have a cold or flu. Its action against viral illnesses and bacteria – coupled with the attractive smell - make it a great oil to use to disinfect a room. When inhaled, Palmarosa essential oil is said to have a balancing effect on the thyroid gland. Source: Grass
Peppermint - This aroma is earthy, yet very sweet. Peppermint essential oil is extremely useful when one feels hot, due to temperature, sickness or hormonal changes. When inhaled, it cools a fever, decreases feelings of nausea, can act as an anti-depressant, and can help relieve physical pain by effecting the nervous system. Peppermint essential oil acts on the 7th charka and has been used to increase spirituality and possibly clairvoyance during mediation. It also has antiseptic properties. Source: Leaf
Pine – This aroma has a woody, sweet, fresh, evergreen scent. Pine Long Leaf essential oil is said to be an antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, refreshing, deodorizing, and stimulating. It is commonly recommended for use in a bath to revive tired muscles. Source: Needles
Vanilla – This aroma comes from an orchid, Vanilla Planifolia. It has a rich, sweet, vanilla scent. It is considered a premiere sensual aphrodisiac and one of the most popular scents around the world. When inhaled, Vanilla essential oil has calming and soothing effects, and is said to stimulate the 1st charka. Source: Fruit pods
Ylang Ylang - This aroma is sweet/spicy and floral, and comes from a yellow, exotic flower found around the world. When inhaled, Ylang Ylang essential oil can stimulate the adrenal glands and enhance the immune system, and is a powerful aphrodisiac. Source: Flower |
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