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Lemongrass ( citratus)*: cleansing, antiviral, • Keep all essential oils out of reach of children and insect repellant, use for cleaning, antimicrobial. pets. AROMATHERAPY • If irritation occurs, discontinue use. Mandarin (Citrus reticulata): calming, great for children (can combine with lavender), one of the warmer citrus • Avoid contact with eyes. aromas. • Use essential oils in a well, ventilated area. • Avoid internal or undiluted use unless you are Neroli (Citrus aurantium var. amara): relieves and working with a qualified aromatherapist or reduces anxiety, antispasmodic, PMS, antidepressant, healthcare practitioner. skin nourishing, postpartum depression. • Store essential oils and oils away from Patchouli (Pogostemom cablin): antidepressant, anti- light and heat. inflammatory, soothes the nervous system. • Before using an , become familiar with its uses, safety and therapeutic properties. ( × piperita)*: relieves nausea, • Ensure all essential oils you purchase are analgesic for muscular aches and pains, relieves/ authentic essential oils. reduces migraines, energizing, antispasmodic. • root (Angelica archangelica), bergamot (Citrus × bergamia) and most citrus essential oils Rose (Rosa × damascena): the queen of essential oils, are photosensitive. Do not use or recommend cell regenerative, nourishes the emotions, aphrodisiac, the use of photosensitizing essential oils prior relieves/reduces stress/anxiety, PMS. to going into the sun or a tanning booth. Severe burning may occur. (Salvia rosmarinus, Rosmarinus officinalis): indicated for respiratory congestion, bronchitis, • Use low concentrations (<1%) for children, during colds/flu, expectorant, expands and deepens the pregnancy, and for the elderly. breath, energizing, clears the mind, sinus congestion, * Avoid or use special caution in infants and circulatory stimulant. children under the age of 10. Essential oils are only appropriate for children’s use in highly-diluted form Tea tree (Melaleuca alternifolia): antimicrobial, supports/ under the guidance of a knowledgeable professional, enhances immune system, antibacterial, antifungal, or included as a minor percentage in a professionally- antiviral. formulated essential oil blend. This brochure is for informational and educational Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides): calming, grounding, purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for astringent, useful for varicose veins. the advice provided by your healthcare professional or physician. Ylang ylang (Cananga odorata): aphrodisiac, antispasmodic, antidepressant, skin nourishing. Please join NAHA in support of the future of aromatherapy and the sustainability of medicinal and aromatic . The National Association for The National Association for Holistic Aromatherapy Holistic Aromatherapy [email protected] (877)-232-5255 naha.org • conference.naha.org naha.org What is Aromatherapy? What are Essential Oils? Basic Essential Oils

Aromatherapy, also referred to as Essential Oil Essential oils are distilled or expressed aromatic Chamomile, Roman (Chamaemelum nobile, Anthemis Therapy, can be defined as the art and science of extracts from a wide range of aromatic/medicinal nobilis): antispasmodic, menstrual cramps, sedative, utilizing naturally extracted aromatic essences plants. Each essential oil consists of 2 to 200+ relieves anxiety/stress, insomnia, great for children from plants to balance, harmonize and promote individual chemical components all working in (comforting, soothing), anti-inflammatory. the health of body, mind and spirit. It seeks to synergy to provide a range of therapeutic properties Clary sage (Salvia sclarea): antispasmodic, relieves unify physiological, psychological and spiritual and each essential oil’s unique aroma. Within the menstrual cramps, aphrodisiac, relaxing, relieves processes to enhance an individual’s innate , essential oils serve to protect/defend, attract anxiety/stress, labor pain management. healing process. and heal. Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens): astringent, It was the French perfumer and chemist, antispasmodic, soothes respiratory complaints, asthma, Rene- Maurice Gattefossé, who coined the term coughing, hemorrhoids, poor circulation, edema, “aromathérapie” in 1937 with his publication cellulitis, menstrual pain, muscle pain. of a book by that name. His book “Gattefossé’s Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus, E. radiata)*: expectorant, Aromatherapy” contains early clinical findings for decongestant, beneficial for flu/cold season, bronchitis, utilizing essential oils for a range of physiological clearing to the mind, and energizing. ailments. It seems vital to understand what E. radiata is especially indicated for children with Gattefossé’s intention for coining the word was, respiratory complaints due to its lower cineole content. as he clearly meant to distinguish the medicinal (Do not apply Eucalyptus to or near the face of infants or application of essential oils from their perfumery Methods of essential oil application: children under 10 years of age; dilute to 1% or less for children’s applications. Massage/Body oil: 2.5-10% dilution, 15-60 drops per topical preparations such as chest rubs.) ounce of carrier oil such as grapeseed (Vitis vinifera), olive (Olea europaea), jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis), (Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce): digestive, So we can interpret his coining of the word (Sesamum indicum), sweet almond oil (Prunus menstrual irregularities, antimicrobial. “Aromathérapie” to mean the therapeutic dulcis). application or the medicinal use of aromatic Geranium (Pelargonium × asperum syn. graveolens): PMS, Inhaler: Use up to 20 drops on an organic cotton pad indicated for hormonal imbalance, antimicrobial, nerve substances (essential oils) for holistic healing. and place in inhaler tube. As the practice of aromatherapy has progressed, pain. over the years, it has adopted a more holistic Baths: Mix 2-12 drops (depending on the essential oil) into a tsp of 1 tsp dispersing agent.* Add to bath (Zingiber officinale): digestive, useful to approach encompassing the whole body, mind and stir just before entering water. eliminate gas, constipation, relieves nausea, warming and spirit (energy). emotionally and physically, anti-inflammatory, relieves Steam inhalation: Add up to 6 drops of essential oil into boiling water. Cover head with towel and pain, immune modulator. breathe through the nose. Keep eyes closed! Helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum): cell regenerative, Aromatic spritzers: Add up to 15 drops to 1 tsp of wound healing, anti-inflammatory, indicated for bruises dispersant* per ounce of distilled water. Shake before and swelling. using. Lavender (): calming, reduces Diffusion: Check the aromatherapy diffuser manu- facturer’s guidelines for instructions for use, before anxiety, wound healing, burns, cell regenerative, insect adding an essential oil blend. bites, reduces itchiness, general skin care, great for children, antispasmodic. Creams/Lotions/Gels: 1-10% dilution, 6-60 drops per ounce of carrier base. Lemon (Citrus × limon): antimicrobial, antioxidant, *Dispersing agents: Emulsifiers such as natural bath uplifting, anti-stress, immune enhancing, great for gel, polysorbate, solubol, coconut emulsifier, etc. cleaning/cleansing home and environment.