ESSENTIAL OILS WHICH YOU CAN USE FOR SKIN CARE

Apr 21 2009

Sage: (salvia officinalis) acne and oily skin, cuts, dermatitis, dandruff, gingivitis, gum infections, sores, asthma, antiseptic, eczema, gastric disorders, constipation, depression, diuretic, menopause, vertigo, flatulence, stimulant, leucorrhea and rheumatism, relieves itching, reduces sweating. Caution: Oil should not be used with alcohol; avoid with high blood pressure, epilepsy, early stages of cancer and stops milk in breast feeding mothers.

Sandalwood: (santalum album) oily, dry and mature skin, cracked and damaged skin, dehydrated skin, itching and inflammation of the skin, stomach disorders, flatulence, dyspepsia, urinary antiseptic, minor

bleeding, cystitis, depression, tension, insomnia, staph, chronic bronchitis, sore throats and irritating coughs.

Caution: Oil is toxic in excess, not to be used in cases of kidney disorders.

Tea Tree: (melaleuca altemifolia) acne and for many skin treatments, disinfectant for Candida and fungi, strong antiseptic, respiratory problems, immuno stimulant, cold, influenza, cold sores, blisters, thrush, shingles, chickenpox, wart.

Caution: Take care when using pure oil, irritant to mucus membranes if % is too high.

Thyme: (thymus vulgaris) Affects respiration, is an antiseptic, digestive stimulant, pulmonary disinfectant, insomnia, rheumatism, raises low blood pressure.

Caution: Avoid oil with high blood pressure.

Ylang Ylang: (cananga odorata) combination skin, balancing for dry and oily skin, promotes healthy hair, relaxation, insomnia, anxiety, depression, circulation, regulates heart, aphrodisiac, impotence, frigidity, sedative.

Caution: Avoid with low blood pressure. Excessive use may cause headaches and nausea.