Using Essential Oils The LorAnn Story Essential oils are highly concentrated Cooking — Many of LorAnn’s essential oils extractions from plants, flowers, fruits and (such as Peppermint, Orange, Lemon, Lime, For over a half-century, LorAnn herbs — the essence of that plant’s fragrance Rosemary, Thyme and Tangerine) are Food Oils has remained a family-owned and unique chemical make-up. Grade and suitable for use as flavoring. Used and operated business specializing sparingly, these powerful oils can add intense A Practical Guide to Massage — Massage with essential oils has flavor to candies, frostings, baked goods, and in the production of essential oils become synonymous with Aromatherapy. marinades. One drop replaces a teaspoon of and flavorings. Essential oils should be diluted in a cold- dried herb or spice. pressed vegetable carrier oil such as Our history dates back to the grapeseed, sweet almond or jojoba before Grettenberger Drug and General Essential Oils applying to the skin for massage. For adults, the essential oils should not make up more FOR THE BATH Store, founded in the late 1800’s in Okemos, Michigan. It was from there than 3% of your total massage oil mixture. Application Guidelines For children or babies, you may want to dilute that second generation pharmacist Add 5 to 6 drops total essential oil to your bath for Aromatherapy, the essential oils even further. “O.K.” Grettenberger recognized early water and stir it by hand. For saunas, use two the consumers’ and pharmacists’ Bathing/soaks — Aromatic baths are simple, drops for every two cups of water and shake useful and versatile ways to use essential the mixture before using. demand for natural essential oils Health oils at home. Add 5-10 drops total of essential and flavorings. In 1962, he founded & oils to warm bath water and stir by hand. Nourishing Bath Oil LorAnn Oils Inc. and established a Helpful Hints Alternatively, combine essential oils with 5 tablespoons Sweet national reputation for supplying • There are Almond one or more carrier oils to create your own approximately 80 premium quality natural essential nourishing bath oil. Create fragrant and 2 teaspoons Jojoba oil to 100 drops in a oils, soluble flavors, and numerous Well-Being therapeutic bath salts with essential oils and 20 drops Rosewood teaspoon apothecary items in convenient sizes 10 drops Ylang Ylang Epsom Salt. at competitive prices. Add 1 teaspoon of mixture • Add 1 to 9 drops of essential oil to your Sauna/Steam/Inhalation — Steam inhalation to bath. Aromatherapy • Massage is one of the most effective ways to enjoy the humidifier water Our products are now sold benefits of essential oils. In saunas, mix the Refreshing Foot Bath • Add ½ cup baking worldwide and we remain focused Body Care • Spa Treatments oils with water for an invigorating mist. For a 5 pints Water soda and 3 drops on providing our customers with 2 drops Lavender Personal Fragrance • Crafts facial sauna, add 3–4 drops of oil to a bowl of lemon oil to deodorize the best quality products and boiling water. Lean over the bowl, cover your 2 drops Rosemary a vacuum cleaner service at a fair price. For more, visit head with a towel and breathe deeply. 1 drop Peppermint bag, shoes, etc. us at www.LorAnnOils.com Body Care — Essential oils have been used for centuries in the treatment of many incidental health needs. Oils such as Lavender and MASSAGE LorAnn Essential Oils are quality Peppermint can speed the healing of bruises Application Guidelines tested and certified to guarantee 100% and sore muscles. Tea Tree, Lavender and Mix 30 to 40 drops total essential oil with others are commonly used to soothe burns 4 ounces of carrier oil. Mixing different carrier pure botanical oils without any added and sunburns. Naturally antiseptic, many oils for their different properties can also yield solvents, alcohol, extenders or other essential oils are traditionally used to treat good results. diluting agents. All are steam distilled small cuts, scratches and insect bites. or cold pressed from herbs, fruits and Personal & Home Fragrance — When using Energizing flowers. No animal testing. essential oils as a personal fragrance, most should 4 oz. Sweet Almond first be diluted in a carrier oil to help prevent 10 drops Lemon skin irritation. Candle diffusers and electric 8 drops Peppermint Explore the fragrant world diffusers are some of the most popular ways to 10 drops Ginger of Pure Essential Oils. scent a room with essential oils. Many people 10 drops Rosemary use pure essential oils in hand-made soaps. Muscle Fatigue Blending — Essential oils are often blended for 4 oz. Sweet Almond 5 drops Peppermint their health effects or to create a unique scent. LorAnn Oils, Inc. Combinations are a matter of personal choice, 15 drops Eucalyptus 15 drops Ginger 4518 Aurelius Road but it’s worth keeping in mind the oils’ reported Lansing, MI 48910 therapeutic properties and their fragrance. www.LorAnnOils.com www.LorAnnOils.com LorAnn Essential Oils & Base Oils Bergamot — Citrus bergamia (cold pressed) Lemongrass — Cymbopogon flexuosus (steam Rosemary — Rosmarinus officinalis F/G. Fresh, sweet citrus smell, most notably distilled) F/G. Fresh grassy-lemon scent. Used (steam distilled) F/G. Strong, fresh scent BASE OILS used in Earl Grey teas. Known for its warm extensively in soaps, perfumes and sprays. Also characteristic of this cooking herb. Used as and balancing effect on emotions. Extensively considered effective as an insect repellent a fragrance and a flavor. Traditionally used Among the many marvelous features of used as a fragrance, and for skin care. Refreshing, Stimulating, Clarifying in treating a wide range of issues including essential oils is their ability to restore and Photosensitizing and should not be used directly respiratory, circulatory, digestive, muscular, nourish the skin and hair. When used in this Lime — Citrus aurantifolia (cold pressed) on the skin before exposure to the sun. skin and hair problems. capacity, essential oils should be mixed with F/G. Employed extensively as a flavor and Balancing, Refreshing, Uplifting Rejuvenating, Stimulating, Uplifting a natural carrier oil (base oil) to help prevent a fragrance. Used in bath, massage, room skin irritation. Cedarwood — Juniperus mexicana (steam sprays and perfumes. Shares many qualities Rosewood — Aniba rosaeodora (steam distilled). Rich, woody aroma. Adds body and with lemon. distilled). (Also known as Bois De Rose.) Sweet, A few of the more common base oils include… warmth to fragrance blends. Particularly Cheering, Refreshing, Uplifting woody-floral scent with a hint of spice. A Sweet Almond Oil — Excellent for lubrication, beneficial on oily skin. Often added to wood (or popular fragrance extensively used in perfumes, Myrrh — Commiphora myrrha (steam distilled). rich in protein. Good for all skin types. cedar) chest to add cedar scent. soaps, massage oils and bath oils. A traditional perfume which is easy on the skin. Particularly good for massage. Can be used as Calming, Comforting, Strengthening Calming, Comforting, Sensual Many traditional uses including treatment of 100% of your total base. Eucalyptus — Eucalyptus globulus (steam arthritis, eczema and skin disorders. Often used Spearmint Oil — Mentha spicata (steam Grapeseed Oil — Light and odorless, great for distilled) F/G. Fresh, stimulating and clearing in massage. distilled) F/G. A “softer” mint than Peppermint lubrication, and easily absorbed by all types of when used as an inhalant. Used extensively Fortifying, Stimulating, Balancing with similar applications as a flavor and as skin. Ideal for perfumes, since it won’t alter the in massage, liniments and other topical a traditional remedy. Often used to sooth Orange — Citrus sinensis (cold pressed) F/G. scent of the essential oil. Can be used as 100% of applications. Very versatile oil, especially popular the digestive system, headaches and Brisk and refreshing, a highly versatile flavor your base. for muscular fatigue. Also used in saunas, and respiratory conditions. and fragrance. Naturally antiseptic and as a flavoring for cough drops and syrups. Uplifting, refreshing, stimulating Jojoba Oil — This rich, nourishing oil is cleansing. Photosensitizing. Balancing, Cleansing, Stimulating unquestionably the best for hair and skin. Since Calming, Cheering, Relaxing Tangerine — Citrus reticulate (cold pressed) it never spoils (it is actually a liquid wax) it acts Geranium — Pelargonium graveolens F/G. Sometimes known as Mandarin. Used Origanum Oil — Origanum vulgare (steam as a preservative for your essential oils. It can be (steam distilled) F/G. Sweet floral scent extensively as a fragrance and a flavor. Like distilled) F/G. With its warm, herbal scent, used as 100% of a perfume base, but often used often considered rose-like. Used extensively other citrus oils, naturally antiseptic and a good Origanum is the oregano of the herb garden as 10–20% of the base for other applications. in perfumes and skin care products for astringent for oily skin. and a traditional ingredient in remedies for its fragrance and natural astringent and Cheering, Inspiring, Strengthening digestive issues and respiratory problems. Used cleansing properties. extensively as a flavor as well as a fragrance Tea Tree — Malaleuca alternifolia (steam Using Essential Oils Safely — Because Uplifting, Refreshing, Cleansing component in soaps and perfumes. distilled) F/G. Spicy medicinal scent with of their purity and high concentrations, Grapefruit — Citrus paradisi (cold pressed) Refreshing, Stimulating, Sharp powerful antibacterial and antifungal essential oils are most effective in small F/G. Citrus aroma and flavor characteristic properties. Among its many uses, used in the quantities. More is not necessarily better. Patchouli — Pogostemon cablin (steam of the fruit. Used both as a flavoring and a treatment of athlete’s foot, burns, wounds, Excessive doses can negate or even distilled). Exotic, earthy scent, often prized fragrance. Naturally antiseptic and high insect bites, blisters and warts. Now a common reverse their therapeutic effects. So please, as a personal fragrance. Commonly used in in vitamin C. Employed in skin, bath and ingredient in soaps, toothpastes, disinfectants, exercise restraint and remember: a little treatment of acne, fungal infections, chapped massage preparations. gargles, acne creams and even colognes. goes a long way. skin and hair care. Uplifting, Refreshing, Stimulating Uplifting, Cleansing, Strengthening Romantic, Soothing, Rejuvenating Keep oils tightly closed and out of reach of Lavender — Lavandula officinalis (steam Thyme — Thymus vulgaris (steam distilled) F/G. children. Undiluted essential oils can cause Peppermint — Mentha piperita (steam distilled) distilled) F/G. Floral scent highly sought after LorAnn’s “white” thyme oil has a powerful, spicy skin irritation. Most should be diluted in F/G. Powerful minty scent used extensively as a both as a fragrance and for its therapeutic scent characteristic of the culinary herb. Used a carrier oil before applying to the skin. flavor and fragrance. Has a cooling effect on the qualities. Natural antiseptic extensively both as a flavoring and a fragrance. A powerful Discontinue use if redness, burning or skin and a warming, penetrating effect on sore employed in soaps, lotions, perfumes and antiseptic and astringent used in mouthwashes, irritation occurs. Keep oils away from eyes muscles and joints. Used extensively in massage even insect repellents. Well-established toothpaste and cough lozenges. and mucus membranes. and in foot-care. traditional folk remedy for burns, sunburns, Uplifting, Cleansing, Strengthening Invigorating, Refreshing, Stimulating Use caution if pregnant. In general, oils acne and nervous tensions. Ylang Ylang — Cananga odorata (steam should be avoided or used in moderation Balancing, Relaxing, Soothing Pine Needle — Pinus sylvestris (steam distilled). Exotic, intensely sweet, soft, floral during pregnancy. Be sure oils are diluted distilled). Fresh, woody scent. A powerful Lemon — Citrus limon (cold pressed) F/G. scent. A popular ingredient in perfumes, soaps, and consult with your doctor or a licensed external antiseptic used in disinfectants, Widely used as a flavoring and in beauty care. massage, hair and skin treatments. Considered health care provider. detergents and soaps. Refreshing and stimulating when used in skin an aphrodisiac by many. Comforting, Uplifting, Stimulating treatments. Photosensitizing and should not Arousing, Sensual, Uplifting be used directly on the skin before exposure to the sun. Refreshing, Stimulating, Uplifting F/G=Food Grade F/G=Food Grade