Common Uses of Organic Essential Oils
Essential oils have been used for their medicinal benefits since prehistoric times. Cave paintings have been found depicting the use of medicinal botanicals and oils derived from them. In recent history, their use has been recorded as early as 5000 years ago by the Ancient Egyptians. They were an important part of Cleopatra’s beauty routine as well as the Egyptians spiritual rites.
Today, essential oils are most commonly used in aromatherapy, but can also be used topically and in rituals for magical purposes. Below we have listed the high quality organic essential oils available through Bodhi Basics and some of their most common uses.
Allspice
Treats toothaches and stomach issues; brings courage and luck; aphrodisiac
Angelica Root
aids digestive issues; highly protective and purifying; "Holy Spirit Root" (historically used in exorcisms and to ward off plague)
Anise
Appetite enhancer, digestive aid, and expectorant; psychic development and protection; ward off the evil eye
Basil, Sweet
Increase lactation; calming, promotes deep sleep, anti-anxiety; improves mental clarity and sharpens senses
Bay
Boosts immunity; Wisdom and love; dispels low self-esteem and apathy
Benzoin
Antimicrobial and astringent; helps release emotional blockages and fears; can create a sense of euphoria; help you find joy; spirit guide
Bergamot
anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory; use as a spot treatment for acne; brings balance, protection, and strength; promotes joy
Black Pepper
antioxidant; apply topically for muscle tension and tendonitis; motivates and dispels spiritual exhaustion; enhances cognition and mental clarity
Blood Orange
Antiseptic and antibacterial; inspires a positive outlook, uplifting
Blue Chamomile
great for balancing oils of skin; gentle and calming
Caraway
Great for digestive issues and IBD, specifically colitis; found in prehistoric sites in Europe, suggesting it was part of early man's daily life; In German folklore, parents placed a dish of caraway seeds beneath children's beds to protect them from witches; highly protective
Cardamom
Digestive aid; enhances libido; promotes urination; spiritual awakening; brings insight and wisdom to the soul; opens heart and mind
Carrot Seed
relieves stress and anxiety, refreshing
Cassia, Cinnamon
spiritual awareness and clarity, warming; digestive aid, oral care, antiseptic
Cedarwood - Atlas
warm, comforting, sedative, stress relief; strength and stability
Cedarwood - Virginia
relieve muscle pain, treats acne and oily skin; calming and soothing
Chamomile, Blue - Hungary
Calms the mind and purifies the spirit, increases concentration
Cilantro
Natural cleanser and detoxifier; reduces swelling; promotes oral health; eases pain of loss; invites peace and love into a broken heart
Citronella
Insect repellant, anti-fungal- can be used to treat bug bites; slows or prevents growth of airborne bacteria; boosts mood and energy, relaxes body and mind
Clary Sage
antidepressant, stress reliever; boosts confidence; enhances emotional understanding
Clove
spiritual awakening, deeper meditation, personal boundaries, psychic protection
Cypress
Relieves muscle pain and cramps, antimicrobial, increase circulation, promotes vitality and energetic feelings
Elemi
Tones and firms the skin; increase's our resilience in the face of environmental stress; stress reducer; great for meditation; clears head
Eucalyptus
ease cold symptoms and provide respiratory health benefits, anti-inflammatory, protection, healing, ease mental stress and exhaustion
Fir Needle
fights fatigue, respiratory support, uplifting
Frankincense - Ethiopia
anti-anxiety, uplifting, alleviates stress
Fresh Ginger
aids digestion, nausea, and motion sickness; relieves menstrual and respiratory discomfort; used for protection and to draw money
Geranium Rose
healing, restorative, love, self-love, beauty, good fortune, protection
Ginger - China
aids digestion, nausea, and motion sickness; relieves menstrual and respiratory discomfort
Gingerlily
relieves motion sickness and nausea; antidepressant, releases pent up frustration and anger; transformative, unconditional love
Grapefruit
increase energy, enhance mood, good for oily hair and skin, aids digestion
Hops
pain relief; used for insomnia and restlessness; reduces stress and anxiety; used for sleep and healing
Juniper Berry - France
sleep aid, wound care, aids urinary tract
Lavender
helps heal minor wounds and bug bites, relaxation, treats anxiety, insomnia, depression, and restlessness
Lemon - California
ease stress, fights fatigue, stimulates immunes system, fights acne
Lemon Eucalyptus
insect repellant, decongestant, immune stimulant, asthma relief
Lemongrass
anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory; eliminates mental fatigue; insect repellant
Lime
promote mental clarity, creativity, provides antioxidants to the skin, cleansing, air purifying
Litsea (May Chang)
revitalizing, disinfectant, relieves stress and anxiety
Marjoram
Relieves respiratory issues and soothes the nervous system; Symbol of love and honor; mends the broken hearted; cleanses and purifies energetic spaces
Myrrh
oral health and wound care, stimulates energy
Myrtle
Addresses oily skin, reduces pores; expectorant; aids libido issues; helps restore balance and break addictive patterns; clears the mind and cleanses emotions; "Myrtle was also an important ingredient in Angel’s Water, a 16th century skin care formulation. Myrtle branches often feature in wedding ceremonies in the Mediterranean, where they symbolize the transition for women from maidenhood to sexual maturity."
Nutmeg
boosts cognitive functions; sleep aid; brings good luck and safe travels; money aid; fidelity
Orange, Sweet
boosts energy and mood, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant, treats acne and other skin issues, promotes digestion
Oregano
antimicrobial, relax the mind, balance emotions
Palo Santo
great for asthma and respiratory issues; cleanse spaces of negative energy; protection
Patchouli
protection, purification, antidepressant, increase sensuality, sex magic
Peppermint
removes barriers, increases conscious thought; relieves nausea and motion sickness, digestive aid
Petitgrain
Sedative; calms anger; sleep aid; releases anger and panic; heals emotional wounds
Ravintsara
Acute cough relief; Anti-viral; Quickly relieves muscle tension and pain; mood-enhancer
Rosemary
cleansing, clarity, peace, good luck; promotes cognitive functions and brain health
Sandalwood
Astringent, anti-viral, and expectorant; improves trust and self-identity
Scotch Pine
uplifting, cleansing, and clearing; ideal for mediation; disinfectant; decrease swelling
Spanish Sage
balance the mind; encourage strength, grounding, and courage; cleansing
Tangerine
promotes security, lifts spirit, helps you to embrace challenges; clarifying- stops circular thought patterns
Tea Tree
cleansing and protection, decongestant, healing
Thyme
energize the mind and bring clarity of direction; cleanse blocked or stuck emotions- release and forgive
Turmeric
aids digestive system and relieves gas, relaxes and balances, anti-inflammatory
Valerian Root
Relaxes the nervous system; widely used for insomnia; relaxing aphrodisiac; promotes peace; protects against evil
Vetiver - Haiti
grounds the mind and uplifts the spirit, sedative: relieves anxiety, insomnia, tension
White Sage
Purifies spirit and atmosphere; antimicrobial
Wintergreen
Aids in respiratory issues and pain relief; enhances the senses; creativity; stress relieving and grounding; uplifts the spirits
Ylang Ylang
antiseptic, calms the mind and body