Just Relax Aromatherapy 10ml
This oil is full-strength (neat, undiluted), and although you may wish to inhale it directly from the bottle, do not apply it neat directly to the skin.
To dilute: add 5 to 10 drops of oil to bath water, mix into unscented body lotion, use with a diffuser or facial steam or add to an atomizer (spray bottle) containing alcohol.
Note: Although vodka is more expensive than rubbing alcohol, it is odorless and easier on the skin. Spray lightly on sheets, pillow cases or in a room. Test spray on fabric for compatibility before using.
Patchouli
Botanical Name: Pogostemon cablin
Common Method of Extraction: Steam Distilled
Color: Deep Golden Brown
Consistency: Medium Thick
Perfumery Note: Base
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Rich, earthy, woody aroma with a nearly hidden fruity note.
Possible Uses: Acne, athlete's foot, chapped skin, dermatitis, eczema, fatigue, frigidity, hair care, insect repellant, mature skin, oily skin, stress.
Constituents: Patchoulol, Esters, Beta-Caryophyllene
Lavender
Lavender has been extensively used in herbalism. An infusion of lavender is claimed to soothe and heal insect bites. Bunches of lavender are also said to ward off insects. If applied to the temples, lavender oil is said to soothe headaches. Lavender is frequently used as an aid to sleep: Seeds and flowers of the plant are added to pillows, and an infusion of three flowerheads added to a cup of boiling water are recommended as a soothing and relaxing bedtime drink. Lavender oil (or extract of Lavender) is claimed to heal acne when used diluted 1 to 10 with water, rosewater, or witch hazel; it is also used in the treatment of skin burns and inflammatory conditions (it is a traditional treatment for these in Iran). There is scientific evidence to support the effectiveness of some of these remedies, especially the anti-inflammatory effects, but they should be used with caution since lavender oil can also be a powerful allergen.
ChamomileBeneficial Uses:
Chamomile is a natural sedative that has a long history of use as a tranquilizer. Modern science claims that it does indeed soothe frayed nerves, because it actually slows down the central nervous system. As a calmative, it is said to be helpful in treating attention deficit disorder.
This wonderfully soothing tonic is excellent for promoting good digestion and helping the gastrointestinal canal. It is helpful in treating irritable bowel syndrome, colitis, dyspepsia, diverticulosis and flatulence. As an antispasmodic, it helps to relieve stomach cramps.
Chamomile has a relaxing effect on the body, and it has been used for centuries to treat insomnia. It has also been given to restless children and is said to decrease nightmares in both children and adults when taken before bedtime.
As an anodyne, Chamomile is used to relieve pain, and traditional herbalists have long recommended it for the pain of backache, neuralgia, rheumatism, headache and arthritis.
Chamomile contains apigenin, a chemical that prevents the production of proteins that allow cancer cells from anchoring to new sites and counters the inflammatory reactions necessary for new tumors to gain blood supplies.
Chamomile possesses antioxidant and antiseptic qualities. Evidence indicates that its use neutralizes certain germs and prevents infection, including staph and strep toxins. As an antifungal, it combats Candida albicans and other yeast infections.
Chamomile is an emmenagogue, an agent that helps to bring on menstruation and regulate its flow. Back in the days when women suffered from the mysterious condition called the vapors, Chamomile was administered to relieve hysterical and nervous affections - actually meaning nervous stomach, menstrual cramps, and other common problems related to stress.
Used internally and externally, Chamomile is a staple of herbal medicine and cosmetics. It is included in shampoos to lighten and condition fair hair, and Chamomile tea is often served in beauty salons to relax facial muscles. Chamomile has been known to whiten skin, soothe sunburn, windburn, eczema and other skin irritations and has also been used as an eye bath and tea bag compress to reduce inflammation and eliminate fatigue.
