Essential Oils E - G

Rejuvenating, stimulating and antiseptic. Used in skincare, Elemi Essential Oil works to promote a healthy and clear complexion, and helps breathe life back into dull, dry, lifeless and mature skin types. Along with frankincense, myrrh and galbanum, the ancient Egyptians used elemi over 2000 years ago to embalm the dead along and included it in daily skincare preparations and medicinal salves.

Also in common with frankincense, Elemi Essential Oil has therapeutic properties that help to relieve dry, tickly coughs, and it’s a highly effective antiseptic and antimicrobial that can be used effectively against a wide range of pathogens. Read More

Antifungal, antiseptic and clearing. Eucalyptus Globulus Essential Oil is extremely versatile, with powerful antibacterial, antifungal and anti-viral properties making it indispensable during the winter months.

Inhaled from a tissue or diffuser, eucalyptus oil helps loosen phlegm and reduce tickly coughs. Eucalyptus Globulus Essential Oil is highly effective in massage blends for muscular fatigue, stiff joints, general aches and pains after a busy day, and also as a pre or post sports rub. Read More

Antifungal, antiseptic and clearing. This organic Eucalyptus Essential Oil has a full-bodied, herbaceous and fresh aroma with vibrant therapeutic properties. Grown in Spain and certified organic by ECOCERT, eucalyptus oil has been traditionally inhaled for relief during a chill or the cold season.

Organic Eucalyptus Essential Oil is an excellent inhalant oil when vaporised from a tissue or burner. Due to the oils stimulating and warming action, it is highly effective at easing overworked muscles and every-day aches and pains when used in the bath or massage blends. It also makes an extremely effective insect repellent. Read More

Antibacterial, stimulating and refreshing. With its refreshing lemon-citrus aroma, Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil has an uplifting yet calming action on the mind that also helps to improve concentration. Also known as Eucalyptus Citriodora oil, it is a highly effective fungicidal and bactericidal agent making it a valuable asset in the battle against fungal infections.

In common with other species of Eucalypts, Lemon Eucalyptus Oil is also an effective inhalant to help clear phlegm and stuffy sinuses when it’s inhaled from a tissue or dispersed in a vaporizer. It also makes an excellent insect repellent and can be used alone or in blends with other respected repellent oils such as citronella, lemongrass, cedar atlas etc. Read More

Antifungal, antiseptic and clearing. produced in South America and certified organic by ECOCERT, we specifically chose this Lemon Eucalyptus Essential Oil for its lush, crisp, lemon type aroma with subtle herbal and balsamic undertones. It is popular as an air-freshener around the house and can be used to add a fresh, slightly citrusy-floral top note to blends, - but use it sparingly as it is very diffusive and easily dominates.

Don’t let gently fragranced Lemon-scented Eucalyptus Oil fool you – it is a deceptively powerful fungicidal and antibacterial agent that has been repeatedly tested by scientists and proven to be highly active against a wide range of pathogens. Read More

Antiseptic, antibacterial and clearing. Due to the natural chemistry of Eucalyptus Radiata Essential Oil, its fragrance is not as harsh as its close relation Eucalyptus globulus, yet it still offers the same wide range of beneficial therapeutic properties in aromatherapy. Many aromatherapists prefer to use this variety of Eucalyptus because of its therapeutic power plus its softer, more herbaceous odour.

Due to its lower cineol content, the essential oil from this species of Eucalyptus doesn’t trigger the cough reflex as easily as E. globulus, making it better suited for inhaling - especially with young children. Eucalyptus Radiata Oil has a soothing action that helps maintain clear airways gently and effectively. Read More

Antiseptic, antibacterial and clearing. With a rich, crisp and slightly herbaceous aroma, this well balanced organic Eucalyptus Radiata Essential Oil from Australia provides a wide range of health-giving properties for aromatherapy treatments.

Organic Eucalyptus Radiata Essential Oil is ideal in massage blends for easing general aches and pains, muscular fatigue, stiff joints, and as an effective pre or post sports rub. Like most species of Eucalyptus it has a powerful antibacterial, antifungal and anti-infectious action, which makes it extremely useful for defending against all types of infection. Read More

Antiseptic and antifungal. Eucalyptus Smithii Essential Oil has a slightly more herbaceous-woody type eucalyptus aroma that is not as fiercely penetrating as other species of Eucalyptus when inhaled. This makes it safer with young children and the elderly, since like Eucalyptus Radiata it has a lower 1,8 cineole content than others, making it the preferred choice for many aromatherapists.

When used in diffusers or inhaled from a tissue, the soothing action of Eucalyptus Smithii Essential Oil helps to relieve chestiness by gently loosening phlegm. Use it in massage blends or a bath to ease general aches and pains, muscular fatigue, stiff joints, and to revive muscles after sports. Read More

Antiseptic, antiviral and uplifting. The soft, sweet lemon-like aroma of Eucalyptus Staigeriana Essential Oil is quite different to Lemon Eucalyptus due to its totally different chemical composition. Aromatherapists find this essential oil beneficial for treating everyday aches and pains, toning muscles, and respiratory inhalations. It is gentle enough for inhalation use with children over the age of 3 years.

The therapeutic properties of Eucalyptus Staigeriana Essential Oil make it an ideal choice during the cold season when it can be vaporized to kill airborne bacteria and stop the spread of germs. It can be used effectively to sweeten blends of other powerful antiviral essential oils without reducing their effectiveness. Read More

Antibacterial, stimulating and detoxifying. The soothing properties of Sweet Fennel Essential Oil make it extremely valuable for treating tummy upsets in massage blends applied to the abdomen. Used this way it also provides support with weight-loss programs since it is said to act as an appetite suppressant.

Fennel Sweet Essential Oil has a powerful cleansing and stimulating action that tones the spleen, kidneys and liver, which is why aromatherapists use it in lymphatic drainage massage to detoxify and tone. Together with cypress and juniper berry, it is one of the finest essential oils for treating cellulite. Read More

Antibacterial, stimulating and detoxifying. Organic Sweet Fennel Essential Oil is the ideal oil for treating cellulite, especially when it is used with juniper berry and cypress in massage blends. It has a powerful stimulating and cleansing action that tones the liver, spleen and kidneys, helping to detoxify and re-energize. Fennel Essential Oil can be used as an appetite suppressant when used with weight-loss programs.

Distilled from the dried and crushed seeds of the herb, Organic Sweet Fennel Oil has an aniseed-like aroma, with slightly peppery and earthy back-notes reminiscent of liquorice. It stimulates the digestive, excretory and nervous systems which is why the herb has been used for thousands of years for digestive disorders. It also makes a refreshing mouthwash. Read More

Clearing, restoring and energizing. The distinctive and refreshing pine-forest fragrance of Silver Fir Essential Oil has an affinity with the respiratory system and helps to maintain clear sinuses. A few drops added to hot water in a traditional steam inhalation quickly assists in clearing a stuffy nose or respiratory passages during the cold season.

In massage blends Silver Fir Essential Oil soothes and comforts weary, aching muscles and joints after a long and strenuous day, due to its warming rubefacient properties. It has a mild soothing action that really seems to help ease overworked stiff joints and muscles, whilst re-energising the whole system. Read More

Clearing, restoring and energizing. Obtained from the leaves (needles) of the Siberian fir tree, the balsamic and refreshing pine-forest aroma of Organic Silver Fir Essential Oil uplifts, refreshes and relaxes the mind. Like a breath of fresh air it gives a boost to the emotions and helps dispel negativity, sadness, stress and burnout.

Organic Silver Fir Essential Oil has a clearing action that helps maintain clear airways. Just a few drops in hot water produces a simple but effective steam inhalation that cleanses the entire respiratory system. Read More

Rejuvenating, balancing and relaxing. Extracted from the small bush native to Africa, Frankincense Essential Oil has a unique fragrance which has been used in religious ceremonies and as an aid to meditation for over 2000 years. Its ability to calm a troubled mind is virtually unsurpassed, which is why the resin has been used for thousands of years in meditation and prayer.

The legendary rejuvenating powers of Frankincense Essential Oil are particularly valuable in skincare where it revitalizes dull, dry, mature or wrinkled skin when added to a base cream or lotion. For intensive facial treatments use it in massage oil blends with carrier oils such as Argan, Jojoba, Moringa or Rosehip.

Frankincense is also the perfect oil for reducing stretch marks, especially when blended with Quinessence Neroli, Helichrysum, Lavender, Rose or other rejuvenating essential oils. Read More

Strengthening, revitalizing and soothing. Along with frankincense, myrrh, rose and spikenard, Galbanum Essential Oil was treasured by the ancient Egyptians for its embalming, healing and spiritual qualities, and was jealously guarded for use only by royalty and nobles.

Galbanum Essential Oil is valuable in skincare for softening wrinkles and revitalizing tired, dry skin since it stimulates the circulatory system and encourages skin cell renewal. This quality makes it highly beneficial when used in massage blends to relax and soothe tense or tight muscles, and stiff aching joints after a busy day. Read More

Stabilizing, balancing and nurturing. Geranium Essential Oil has a powerful antimicrobial action plus, an extensive list of therapeutic properties that are perfect for a wide range of aromatherapy treatments, due to its balancing and regulating influence on both body and mind.

Used in skin care Geranium Essential Oil normalizes the sebum levels of dry or oily skin and promotes cell renewal, while its stabilizing effect the emotional system calms anger, irritability, nervous tension, PMS and other forms of roller-coaster mood swings – particularly those that are hormone related. Read More

Stabilizing, balancing and nurturing. Geranium Bourbon Essential Oil is obtained from a specific pelargonium hybrid grown and distilled only in La Réunion, previously known as Île Bourbon (Bourbon Island). The fragrance of this particular geranium essential oil is considered by most experts to be superior to most other varieties.

This remarkable oil is balancing to both body and mind, helping to normalize dry and oily skin types and stabilizing all manner roller coaster emotions. Geranium Bourbon Essential Oil is also an effective adaptogen, which means it regulates the nervous systems, thereby increasing resistance to the stresses and strains of modern living. Read More

Stabilizing, balancing and nurturing. This organically produced Géranium Rosat Essential Oil is derived from a specific variety grown in North Africa, and has been certified by ECOCERT. As the French name of this particular oil suggests, Géranium Rosat Essential Oil has a lovely floral and rose-like nuance that many find appealing.

Obtained from the leaves of the plant, this oil imparts a stabilizing and rebalancing action wherever it is used. Used in skin care it can regulate the over-production of sebum with oily skin types, or stimulate more production for dry skin. Organic Géranium Rosat Essential Oil also has a powerful antimicrobial and antifungal action. Read More

Warming, stimulating and toning. In massage blends Ginger Essential Oil helps improve poor circulation, warms cold hands and feet, as well as easing general muscle strains and joint stiffness. It has an affinity with the digestive system where it can be used in massage blends to settle tummy upsets.

Ginger Essential Oil is an arterial stimulant, which makes it valuable in skin care to revitalize and bring a glow back to a dull or tired complexion. It is highly effective in relieving motion sickness, particularly when combined with peppermint essential oil. Inhale a few drops from a tissue, or use these oils in a massage before travelling. Read More

Warming, stimulating and toning. Distilled from the roots of the plant, this organic Ginger Essential Oil is certified by ECOCERT and has a wonderful fresh, warm and spicy aroma that is strengthening and stimulating to the digestive and circulatory system.

In massage blends Ginger Essential Oil has a positive action on the digestive system, helps maintain joint mobility, and eases every day muscular aches and pains. A few drops inhaled from a tissue helps to ease motion sickness, especially when used in conjunction with peppermint essential oil. Read More

Refreshing, stimulating and cleansing. Obtained by cold expression of the peel from the fruit, Grapefruit Essential Oil has a delightfully tangy aroma that is invigorating and highly refreshing. The stimulating action of the aroma on the mind helps to maintain concentration whilst working and driving.

Grapefruit Essential Oil helps to stimulate the lymphatic system, which is why it is used in massage blends for the treatment of cellulite and the elimination of toxins, whilst in skincare it relieves oily or congested skin and has a toning action on tired complexions. Read More

Refreshing, stimulating and cleansing. This organic Grapefruit Essential Oil has a mouth-watering, tangy aroma that energises and invigorates. On the emotional system it lifts the spirits making it helpful in cases of burn-out, and it is also an effective oil to use at the first signs of stress, especially when blended with other uplifting and empowering oils such as sweet basil.

Organic Grapefruit Essential Oil has a stimulating action on the lymphatic system which makes it perfect in massage blends for detoxifying, eliminating cellulite and boosting the immune system. Inhaled, it is also a natural appetite suppressant, and as well as curbing your appetite it promotes the process of lipolysis (breaking down stored fat). Read More