Usage

Herbs which are used in essential oil

basil

Basil

Use in aromatherapy.

bay

Bay

Blend in a massage oil and use for muscle and joint pains.

borage

Borage

Contains gamma-linolenic acid (an omega 6 fatty acid) which may regulate hormones, lower c...

calendula

Calendula

Calendula oil, extracted by soaking petals in vegetable oil, can soothe and rejuvenate ski...

chamomile

Chamomile

The blue essential oil is helpful for skin problems such as eczema.

coriander

Coriander

The essential oil is anti-bacterial and anti-fungal.

dill

Dill

An ingredient in "gripe water" for colic, indigestion, flatulence, and hiccups.

evening primrose

Evening Primrose

May be helpful for multiple sclerosis.

geranium

Geranium

Use in aromatherapy to relieve pre-menstrual symptoms.

juniper

Juniper

Blend as a massage oil for arthritis and rheumatic pains.

lavender

Lavender

Inhale the scent to ease tension and anxiety, lighten depressive moods, and relieve insomn...

lemon verbena

Lemon Verbena

Treat mood problems in aromatherapy.

mint

Mint

Inhale essential oil to relieve colds, catarrh, nasal congestion, and asthma.

oregano

Oregano

Blend as a massage oil for stiff joints, sprains, and rheumatic pains.

rose

Rose

Blend as a massage oil and use in massage to ease tension and promote circulation.

sunflower

Sunflower

Sunflower oil may help relieve coughs and bronchitis.

sweet marjoram

Sweet Marjoram

Blend as a massage oil for stiff joints, sprains, and rheumatic pains.

tarragon

Tarragon

Use in a soothing massage oil to relieve pre-menstrual discomforts.

thyme

Thyme

Dilute as a massage oil for muscle and joint pains.

violet

Violet

Use in aromatherapy. May be helpful for high blood pressure and heart problems.