1. Botanical name: Amyris balsamifera
2. Family:Rutaceae
3. Origin: Northern South America, Central America and the West Indies
4. Characteristics: Warm musty, woody aroma
5. Blends well with: Geranium, Pine, Spruce, Cedarwood, Myrrh, Galbanum, Frankincense, Cypress, Clove, Aniseed, Lemon, Orange, Cistus and Rose absolute.
6. Common Uses:
   
   • Amyris has antiseptic, balsamic, sedative properties
   • Amyris relaxes and helps to alleviate stress and anxiety in small dosages.
   • Amyris is often used as a substitute for Sandalwood  
   • Amaris sometime used as a nature fixative
7. Precautions: 
   (a) Avoid with low blood pressure.
   (b) Do not use in pregnancy 

• It is advised to avoid in allergic and inflammatory skin conditions
• It is advised to avoid the use of aniseed oil during breast feeding and pregnancy and anyone with endometriosis or estrogen related cancers

• Do not apply Arnica on broken skin or opened wounds
• It may causes allergy in some individuals, do a patch skin test before application

• It can have a stupefying effect
• Not to be used during pregnancy due to Basil has an emmenagogue properties
• Avoid use in children under 16 years old
• Used with care on sensitive skin
• Avoid in case of liver problems
• A skin irritant if used in excess.

       7. Common Uses:

• Basil’s antispasmodic property has a beneficial action on the respiratory system and is used for the relief of sinus congestion, asthma, bronchitis, influenza and whooping cough.
• Its sudorific and febrifuge properties mean it may be used for all types of fever.
• Basil is stimulating the lungs, dries damp, expels phlegm and relieves wheezing.
• Basil is useful in digestive disorder such as vomiting, gastric spasms, nausea, dyspepsia and hiccups.
• The anti spasmodic and emmenagogue properties make basil effective for treating menstrual problems such as scanty periods.
• Basil used as an inhalation in a vaporizer, it reputed to clear the head, relieve intellectual fatigue and give the mind strength and clarity.
• It may be used in all types of nervous disorders, especially those associated with weakness, indecision or hysteria.

• It is a valuable antiseptic for urinary tract and infections and inflammation such as cystitis.
• Bergamot oil may be used as an inhalation for respiratory tract infections such as tonsillitis, bronchitis
• Combined with tea tree it is used as a treatment for cold sored, chicken pox and shingles.
• It is useful in relieving colic, flatulence and indigestion. Bergamot is excellent to restore the stomach and liver and awaken the appetite.
• Its sedative and yet uplifting characteristics make it an ideal oil to use for anxiety, depression and nervous tension.
• Bergamot cooling and refreshing quality is also good to soothe anger and frustration.7. Precautions:

• DO NOT exposure to sunlight, if this oil is used on the sensitive skin It can cause burns and skin pigmentation
• The high content of bergaptene (Furocoumarin) can cause photo-toxicity
• Bergamot FCF (Furocoumarin Free) can be used on skin care with less than 1% dilution rate but it is still advisable to keep skin out of the sun.

• Too much could over-stimulate the kidneys
• May cause irritation to Sensitive skins
• Avoid in pregnancy
• Avoid in baby
• Do not recommend use for bath, it increases the temperature on the skin
• Do not use for Kidneys disorder

• May cause skin irritation when used in high dilution rate
• May irritate the mucus membranes
• Do not use in Children and Pregnancy women

Basil 5ml / Benzoin 5ml / Bergamot 5ml / Black pepper 5ml / Cajeput 5ml / Carrot seed 5ml / Cedarwood Alta 5ml / Chamomile Roman 5ml / Chamomile Blue 2ml / Cinamon leaf 5ml / Clary sage 5ml / Clove bud 5ml / Coriander 5ml / Cypress 5ml / Eucalyptus G 5ml / Fennel, sweet 5ml / Frankincense 5ml / Geranium 5ml / Ginger 5ml / Grapefruit 5ml / Helichrysum 2ml / Jasmine 2ml / Juniper berry 5ml / Lavender, true 5ml / Lemon 5ml / Lemongrass 5ml / Lime 5ml / Mandarin 5ml / Majoram, sweet 5ml / Melissa 2ml / myrrh 5ml / Myrtle 5ml / Neroli 2ml / Niaouli 5ml  / Orange, sweet 5ml / Palmarosa 5ml / Patchouli 5ml / Peppermint 5ml / Petitgrain 5ml / Pine, needle 5ml / Ravintasara 5ml / Rose 2ml / Rosemary 5ml / Rose otto 2ml / Rosewood 5ml / Sandalwood 5ml / Tea tree 5ml / Thyme 5ml / Vetiver 5ml / Yarrow 2ml / Y-Ylang 5ml

• Carrot seed oil is considered an excellent blood purifier due to its detoxifying effect on the liver.
• It has traditionally been used to boost the general action of all organs.
• It helps for treating anemia and general symptoms of weakness and exhaustion
• In skin care it improves complexion, adding tone and elasticity to the skin
• A cleansing effect on the mind may help to relieve feelings of stress

       7. Precautions: Avoided during pregnancy

• Not in pregnancy due to powerful Abortifacient property
• May cause local irritation and sensitization in some people
• May irritate mucus membranes with a high dosage

The CFA Level one fundamental Award in Aromatherapy course is the ideal place to start. It is an introductory course suited to those with a basic knowledge of aromatherapy as well as total beginners. There are no pre-requisites to take this course.

There are 25 essential oils that we learn about during the course. Student will be able to create aromatic blends for yourself / friends / family.  The Level 1 exam consists of 6 modules. The exam takes place at the end of each module. It usually takes students 30-45 minutes to complete.

It's a great course and over 90% of students continue to the intermediate. Upon successful completion, students will receive the Level 1 Certificate, a formal qualification toward CFA.

• Correspondence Only
• Length of Course:6 months
• Fees:CAD$599
• Exam time: max 45 minutes for 20 multiple-choice questions on each module
• Passing Grade: 65% in final score
• Certification: Level 1 Certificate. Successful graduates will be eligible to apply for professional insurance and membership in the NAHA (National Association of Holistic Aromatherapists, USA) as a Certified Aromatherapist

Course Contents will be email out after registration 

Description: The CFA Level 2 intermediate award in Aromatherapy as an Aromatologist course who is intended to practicing without perform hands on body work.

This course builds on information from the level one course. There are 30 essential oils that student learn about. The course goes into more depth about the oils, including essential oil profiles, chemical constituents of each oil, contraindications, considerations for each body system when using oils, and more. Participants will learn client assessment and consultation skills along with blending a synergy for therapeutic reasons.

The Level 2 has 6 modules. The final exam at the end of each module which consisting of multiple-choice, true & false questions and case studies. It usually takes students 45-60 minutes to complete.

• Correspondence Only
• Length of Course: 1 year
• Fees:CAD$899
• Exam time:max 45 minutes for 20 multiple-choice questions on each module.
• Passing Grade:65% in final score 
• CertificationLevel 2 Certificate. Successful graduates will be eligible to apply for professional insurance and membership in the CFA as a Certified Aromatologist and membership in the NAHA (National Association of Holistic Aromatherapists, USA) as a Certified Aromatherapist

Course Contents will be email out after registration 

An in-depth aromatic program designed around one of  today’s fastest   growing holistic therapies

AIHI is approved & recognized institute by CFA

For the past decade, the Artiscent has provided a growing number of workshops on healing. As we have grown, it became clear that we needed a new structure to continue offering quality educational programs while allowing us to expand and develop new ring to meet the needs of our students. Students will find intellectually stimulating and competitive whilst providing the academic along with professional skills training required for success.

DESCRIPTION

Artiscent Aromatherapy program is designed to educate students who want to become internationally-certified Aromatherapy Health Professional CAHP.

The program encompass in-depth knowledge of Aromatherapy, and focuses on how essential oils work, how to safely use essential oils, and create a therapeutic blends along with learning unique therapeutic healing massage skills and client consultation, clinical practice and clinical application.

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to exhibit proficiency in practical Aromatherapy techniques, detailed comprehension of Essential oils and at all times – present and future – engage in a code of conduct beneficial to their clients.

The AIHI core curriculum is based on the Canadian Federation Aromatherapists Association educational model.

Who can enroll in this program?

Those interested in obtaining professional training in an Aromatherapy field

1. Those employed in an Esthetic/Spa industry who want to upgrade their knowledge and skills
2. Those interested in seeking employment in the Aromatherapy field
3. Those intending to safely use Essential oils for family or friends
   

                               <AROMATHERAPY IS FOR EVERYONE>

1. Botanical name: Matricaria chamomilla / Maricaria recutica / Matricaria recutita
2. Family: Asteraceae, formerly placed in the Compositae family
3. Origin: mostly cultivated in Hungary, Egypt, Eastern Europe and France known by the names of blue chamomile, Hungarian chamomile and single chamomile.
4. Characteristics: German chamomile oil has a sweet, straw-like fragrance, is dark blue in color and its viscosity is medium.
5. Blends well with: Benzoin, Bergamot, Clary sage, Jasmine, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Neroli, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rose, Tea tree, Ylang –Ylang
6. Common Uses:

• German chamomile its most important actions such as soothing, calming and anti-inflammatory.
• It is useful for treating muscular pain for arthritic inflamed joints, sprains, inflamed tendons and swollen painful joints in bursitis.
• German chamomile is valuable for many skin problems, especially with red, dry, sensitive skin, skin allergies, eczema, psoriasis and all itchy, flaky skin problems.8.  Precautions:
  (a) Avoid use during pregnancy
  (b) Have Emmenagogue properties when used in high concentrations
  (c) May cause skin irritation in some individuals

1. Botanical name: Anthemis nobile
2. Family: Asteraceae, formerly placed in the Compositae family
3. Origin: England
4. Characteristics: Fruity, herbal, sweet, apple-like fragrance and is very light clear yellow in color with a watery viscosity
5. Blends well with: Benzoin, Bergamot, Clary sage, Jasmine, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Neroli, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rose, Tea tree, Ylang Ylang
6. Common Uses: 

•  It is calming effect on the emotional level, so Roman chamomile is helpful for people who tend to be hyperactive, workaholic, think too much and worry a lot.
• Roman chamomile remedy for children and is recommended when they are feeling impatient, disagreeable or tense
• Roman chamomile is a useful oil for women with irregular periods andPMS

1. 7.Precautions:
   (a) Early stages of pregnancy
   (b) Have Emmenagogue properties when used in high concentrations

• Clary sage has antispasmodic and emmenagogue properties make it useful for helping with uterine problems such as easing pre menstrual syndrome, regulating scanty periods and easing painful cramps in the lower back
• It is useful during menopause when symptoms such as hot flushes, dizziness, headaches, nigh sweats
• Clary sage may also be useful for treating asthma as it both relaxes spasm of the bronchial tubes and helps with the anxiety and emotional tension often found in asthma sufferers.
• Clary sage is extremely valuable oil for treating nervousness, weakness, fear and depression. It helps reduce deep-seated tension, yet remain, stimulating, regenerative and revitalizing.
• It ideally used in hair care, it may be used to clear greasy hair and dandruff by reducing excessive production of sebum.

  7. Precautions: 

  • Do not use when consuming alcohol is needed, since it could exaggerate the effects of alcohol
  • Do not use during pregnancy
  • High dosage may cause headache
  • Do not use if client has hormone related cancer
  • Avoid with low blood pressure
  • Do not use when concentration is needed (driving, final board exam etc.)

   

1. Botanical Name: 
2. Common Uses: 
   
   • It is carrier oil
3. Precautions:
   - 

1. Botanical Name: 
2. Common Uses: 
   
   • It is carrier oil
3. Precautions:
   - 

• Cypress oil has astringent and vaso-constrictor properties, which are beneficial for circulatory problems such as varicose veins and hemorrhoids, excellent for excessive discharge of fluid.
• It has antispasmodic properties being useful for asthma, whooping cough and all spasmodic coughing.
• Cypress has a regulating effect on the menstrual cycle. It stimulates estrogen secretion, promoting and increasing the periods. It helps relieve painful periods and reduces abnormally heavy blood loss.
• Cypress helps to reduce excessive perspiration of feet
• Cypress strengthens an overburdened nervous system and restores calm, cleansing the spirit and removing psychic blocks.

Precautions:

• Non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitive
• Avoid during pregnancy
• Do not use cancer, fibrocystic
• Best to do a skin patch test before using it

Purifies circulatory system, assist water retention, stimulant lymph gland

1. Botanical name: C
2. Family: A
3. Origin: P
4. Characteristics: S
5. Blends well with: B
6. Common Uses:
   
   • Yl
7. Precautions: 
   (a) It 

Soothes nervous tension, improve sleep quality, stress-related conditions

1. Botanical name: Canarium commune, C. species,  C. communis
2. Family: Burseraceae
3. Origin: Philippines 
4. Characteristics: Steam distillation, also absolute from resin.  Clear to yellowish with citrus aroma
5. Blends well with: Frankincense, Myrrh, Lavender
6. Common Uses:
   
   • Elemi has similar uses with Frankincense and Myrrh but Elemi is better with balsamic, pine, and lemon notes. In perfume it is used a base or fixative.
   • Elemi has excellent therapeutic healing in respiratory system, such as reduct mucous and phlegm, dry night coughs, bronchitis 
   • Elemi use as an analgesic, antiseptic. It good for aging skin, infected cut / wounds, skin inflammation
   • Elemi has warming property. It improve circulation, clam, relax, giving users a feeling of peace, relieve nervous exhaustion, promote restful and stress-related conditions.
7. Precautions: 
   (a) Avoid use during pregnancy
   (b) It may causes cross sensitivity to Peru balsam in some individual

Refreshes tired mind, improve focus, concentration, clarify / refresh thinking

• Frankincense is effective for respiratory congestion, asthma, eases shortness of breath and increases the amplitude of the breath.
• Frankincense slows down breathing and produces feelings of calm, spiritual and uplifting to the mind, helps meditation, clears bad atmospheres
• Its astringent properties may also help balance oily skin conditions
• Frankincense slows down breathing and produces feelings of calm.

       7. Precautions

• Safe oil but avoid using during the pregnancy

Refresh air, improve breathing quality, antiseptic

1. Botanical Name: 
2. Common Uses: 
   
   • It is carrier oil
   • Good for oils skin, astringent, alleviates acne
3. Precautions:
   
   • None

     

Clears/clarifies thinking, comfort to sad/lonely, helps let go of worries instills energy

Family: Oleaceae 

Origin: Originally from China and Northern India, brought to Spain by the Moors and the Mediterranean with France, Italy, Morocco, Egypt, China, Japan and Turkey producing the best essential oil now.

Characteristics: it has a sweet, exotic, heady, long-lasting and rich floral smell. The oil is deep orange-brown in colour 

Blends well with: Bergamot, German and roman Chamomile, Citronella, Clary sage, Geranium, Jasmine, Lemon, Mandarin, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Pine, Thyme, Rosemary, Rosewood, Ylang-Ylang 

Common Uses:

• Jasmine is well known as a hormonal balancer and is effective in the treatment of post-natal depression, smooth menstrual pain 
• Jasmine oil is used to ease labor discomfort
• Jasmine has great influence on the emotion such as depression, nervous exhaustion, stress-related condition. Excellent in emotional dilemmas particular when they involve relationships and sex
• Jasmine is a good oil for skin care and is used to treat dry, aggravated skin benefit most 

Precaution:

• Do not be used during pregnancy due to emmenagogue property
• Overused could disturb body fluids and may impede concentration 
• An allergic reaction has been known to occur in some individual 

1. Botanical Name: Simmondsia chinensis 
2. Common Uses: 
   
   • It is carrier oil
   • One of the best oils for hair and skin
   • Good for all type of skin, sensitive, oily complexions, dry, acne, clogged pored, skin infections, skin balancer and skin nourishment.
3. Precautions:
   
   • None

    

    

Emollient, highly penetrating, soothing dry / chapped skin, eczema, hair / scalp

Family: Lamiaceae / Labiatae 

Origin: Cultivated mainly in Bulgaria 

Characteristics: Fresh, powerful, herbal, floral and sweet aroma. It is water white to pale yellow in colour and watery in viscosity. 

Blends well with: Bergamot, German & Roman Chamomile, Citronella, Clary sage, Geranium, Jasmine, lemon, Mandarin, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Pine, Thyme, Rosemary, Rosewood, Ylang-Ylang 

Common Uses: 

• Lavender is helpful in the treatment of all types of pain such as headache, migraine, muscular pain, rheumatism, menstruation pain. 
• It's antiseptic properties make it ideal to use for treating coughs, cold, catarrh, asthma, sinus, flu as well as the treatment of wounds, ulcers, cystitis and catarrhal discharges 
• Lavender has both a sedative and a tonic action on the heart. It will help lower bold pressure and ease nervous tension and palpitations. 
• Lavender has great nerving sedative properties. It is useful for treating a variety of nervous and psychological disorders including depression, insomnia, nervous tension, hysteria. 
• Lavender super excellent useful to alleviate stress. It helps by producing inner acceptance of a painful situation, easing fear and creating the strength that allows you to keep calm and carry on. 
• Lavender oil is outstanding associated with burns and healing of the skin. It is used in general skin care for all types of skin. 

Precautions: 

• Avoid in early stages of pregnancy 
• May have dull drowsy effect when treating client with low blood pressure 
• Although lavender is considered one of the safest essential oil but it may have allergic reactions in some individuals

Family: Lamiaceae / Labiatae 

Origin: Cultivated mainly in France. Extracted from Lavender flowers grown at a higher altitude 

Characteristics: Fresh, powerful, herbal, floral and sweet aroma. It is water white to pale yellow in colour and watery in viscosity.

Blends well with: Bergamot, German & Roman Chamomile, Citronella, Clary sage, Geranium, Jasmine, lemon, Mandarin, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Pine, Thyme, Rosemary, Rosewood, Ylang-Ylang 

Common Uses: 

• Lavender is helpful in the treatment of all types of pain to calming the nerves such as headache, migraine, muscular pain, rheumatism, menstruation pain. 
• It's antiseptic properties make it ideal to use for treating coughs, cold, catarrh, asthma, sinus, flu as well as the treatment of wounds, ulcers, cystitis and catarrhal discharges 
• Lavender has both a sedative and a tonic action on the heart. It will help lower bold pressure and ease nervous tension and palpitations. 
• Lavender has great nerving sedative properties. It is useful for treating a variety of nervous and psychological disorders including depression, insomnia, nervous tension, hysteria. 
• Lavender super excellent useful to alleviate stress. It helps by producing inner acceptance of a painful situation, easing fear and creating the strength that allows you to keep calm and carry on. 
• It is ideal for treating burns being antiseptic and encouraging skin to heal quickly, suitable for all wounds and helps to relieve discomfort from damaged areas. It is used in general skin care for all types of skin. 

Precautions: 

• Avoid in early stages of pregnancy 
• May have dull drowsy effect when treating client with low blood pressure 
• Although lavender is considered one of the safest essential oil but it may have allergic reactions in some individuals

Family: Lamiaceae / Labiatae 

Origin: It produced in Spain, Italy and France 

Characteristics: Similar to Lavender true. Clear and fresh 

Blends well with: Bergamot, Black pepper, German & Roman Chamomile,Eucalyptus,  Geranium, lemon, Marjoram, Orange, Petitgrain, Pine, Rosemary, Rosewood, Sage. 

Common Uses: 

• Lavender spike is particularly effective for treating respiratory complaints such bronchitis and laryngitis. It eases breathing and clears the head, relieving headaches associated with catarrh. 
• It's analgesic properties make it useful for reducing muscular and rheumatic pain.
• It's a good insect repellent and it's useful in relieving painful insect bites and stings.
• Lavender spike is useful for bronchitis, chronic asthma
• It helps clear, calm your mind and remove "stuff" from head

Precautions: 

• Do not use during pregnancy
• Do not use for client with epilepsy.  
• May have dull drowsy effect when treating client with low blood pressure 
• It may have allergic reactions in some individuals

Family: Lamiaceae / Labiatae 

Origin: Cultivated mainly in France, Spain, England and Tasmania 

Characteristics: Fresh, powerful, herbal, floral and sweet aroma. It is water white to pale yellow in colour and watery in viscosity. 

Blends well with: Bergamot, German & Roman Chamomile, Citronella, Clary sage, Geranium, Jasmine, lemon, Mandarin, Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Pine, Thyme, Rosemary, Rosewood, Ylang-Ylang 

Common Uses: 

• Lavender is helpful in the treatment of all types of pain such as headache, migraine, muscular pain, rheumatism, menstruation pain. 
• It's antiseptic properties make it ideal to use for treating coughs, cold, catarrh, asthma, sinus, flu as well as the treatment of wounds, ulcers, cystitis and catarrhal discharges 
• Lavender has both a sedative and a tonic action on the heart. It will help lower bold pressure and ease nervous tension and palpitations. 
• Lavender has great nerving sedative properties. It is useful for treating a variety of nervous and psychological disorders including depression, insomnia, nervous tension, hysteria. 
• Lavender super excellent useful to alleviate stress. It helps by producing inner acceptance of a painful situation, easing fear and creating the strength that allows you to keep calm and carry on. 
• Lavender oil is outstanding associated with burns and healing of the skin. It is used in general skin care for all types of skin. 

Precautions: 

• Avoid in early stages of pregnancy 
• May have dull drowsy effect when treating client with low blood pressure 
• Although lavender is considered one of the safest essential oil but it may have allergic reactions in some individuals

Good for respiratory, ease lungs, coughs, cold, flu

1. Botanical name: C
2. Family: A
3. Origin: P
4. Characteristics: S
5. Blends well with: B
6. Common Uses:
   
   • Yl
7. Precautions: 
   (a) It 

Family: Rutaceae

Origin: Oil obtained from rind of fruit - mainly from Sicily but origin of lemon oil is a native of India.

Characteristics:  Lemon oil has a sharp, fresh, citrus smell, is pale greenish-yellow in color and is watery in viscosity

Blends well with: Bergamot, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Frankincense, Ginger, Juniper, Lavender, Neroli, Rose, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Ylang-Ylang

Common Uses: 

• Lemon has a tonic effect on he circulatory system and is useful in treating  varicose
•   veins, genera obesity, cellulite
• Lemon improves the functioning of the digestive system
• It has a refreshing and cooling effect when feeling hot and bothered. It has useful for stimulating and clearing the mind and aids the decision making process.
• Lemon is useful for stimulating and clearing the mind and aids the decision making process. it improves one's ability to concentrate
• Lemon has an astringent it has and effective cleansing effect on greasy skin & hair.

Precaution:

• Avoid exposure to the sun after used
• There is possible sensitization in some individuals

Family: Rutaceae

Origin: Oil obtained from rind of fruit - mainly from Sicily but origin of lemon oil is a native of India.

Characteristics:  Lemon oil has a sharp, fresh, citrus smell, is pale greenish-yellow in color and is watery in viscosity

Blends well with: Bergamot, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Frankincense, Ginger, Juniper, Lavender, Neroli, Rose, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Ylang-Ylang

Common Uses: 

• Lemon has a tonic effect on he circulatory system and is useful in treating  varicose
•   veins, genera obesity, cellulite
• Lemon improves the functioning of the digestive system
• It has a refreshing and cooling effect when feeling hot and bothered. It has useful for stimulating and clearing the mind and aids the decision making process.
• Lemon is useful for stimulating and clearing the mind and aids the decision making process. it improves one's ability to concentrate
• Lemon has an astringent it has and effective cleansing effect on greasy skin & hair.

Precaution:

• Avoid exposure to the sun after used
• There is possible sensitization in some individuals

Family: Gramineae / Poaceae

Origin:  It originally was growing wild in India

Characteristics: Yellow, amber or reddish-brown colour with fresh grassy. It's citrus scent and earthy undertone

Blends wells with: Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Niaouli, Palmarosa, Petitgrain, Rosemary, Tea tree

Common Uses: 

• Lemongrass is an excellent tonic for the body. It's strong antiseptic properties prevent the spread of contagious diseases and assists recovery from illness, stimulant immunity
• Lemongrass has analgesic property, it has excellent effect for aching muscles, relieves pain, in the after-care of sports accidents, sprains, bruises
• Lemongrass invigorating properties stimulate, revive and energize. It's useful for treating symptoms of jet lag, clearing the head and relieving fatigue.
• It used to tone the skin and recommended to clear acne and balance oily skin condition

Precautions 

• Possibly skin irritant or sensitization in some individuals, hence, use with care for skin application
• Do not use during pregnancy
• Do not use on children under 2 years old

Family: Gramineae / Poaceae

Origin:  It originally was growing wild in India

Characteristics: Yellow, amber or reddish-brown colour with fresh grassy. It's citrus scent and earthy undertone

Blends wells with: Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Niaouli, Palmarosa, Petitgrain, Rosemary, Tea tree

Common Uses: 

• Lemongrass is an excellent tonic for the body. It's strong antiseptic properties prevent the spread of contagious diseases and assists recovery from illness, stimulant immunity
• Lemongrass has analgesic property, it has excellent effect for aching muscles, relieves pain, in the after-care of sports accidents, sprains, bruises
• Lemongrass invigorating properties stimulate, revive and energize. It's useful for treating symptoms of jet lag, clearing the head and relieving fatigue.
• It used to tone the skin and recommended to clear acne and balance oily skin condition

Precautions 

• Possibly skin irritant or sensitization in some individuals, hence, use with care for skin application
• Do not use during pregnancy
• Do not use on children under 2 years old

Family: Rutaceae

Origin: Originally from Asia, Limes are now cultivated in mostly warm countries, especially Italy, the West Indies and the Americas.

Characteristics: Lime oil has a sharp, citrus peel smell and is pale yellow to light olive in color.

Blends well with: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli, Orange, Palmarosa, Petitgrain, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood, Vetiver, Ylang-Ylang 

Common Uses: 

• Lime is considered a digestive stimulant properties that would be able to increases appetite, detoxifies effects of alcoholism
• Lime is very good for circulation system, such as: helping poor circulation lymphatics, cellulite, varicose veins, stops bleeding and more
• it is useful boost immune system and copes with fevers, colds
• Lime is good for acne, oily skin, Its astringent, toning and refreshing properties help clear oily congested skin

Precaution:

• Lime oil can cause photosensitivity in strong sunshine and can irritate skin 
• It may cause skin irritation with sensitive skin .

1. Botanical name: Litsea cubeba, Litsea citrata
2. Family: Lauraceae
3. Origin: China, Taiwan, Malaysia 
4. Characteristics: Steam distillation from berries, light yellow in color, intensity lemon scents, fruity 
5. Blends well with: Basil, Bergamot, Geranium, Giner, Rosemary, Rosewood, Ylang Ylang 
6. Common Uses:
   • Litsea cubeba has excellent anti-inflammatory, astringent, antiseptic and tonic properties. It us used to treat oily, acne, excessive perspiration skin and dermatitis. it helpful skin cleansing 
   • Unbelievable insect repellent. Mosquitoes hate Litsea cubeba
   • Litsea cubeba anti-spasmatic property used to treat well with bronchitis and asthma, dysmenorrhea, lower back pain,flatulence and indigestion.
   • Litsea cubeba has strong calming property, it used to cool, soothe and  reduce stress, relief nervous tension, uplift moods, revive, improve mental clarity,
7. Precautions: 
   (a) It may causing skin irritant in sensitive skin.
   (b) Avoid use during pregnancy 

Excellent for aging / dry skin, soften lubricant, sunburn, healing wound

Family:Lamiaceae / Labiatae 

Origin: Spain 

Characteristics: A warm, slightly spicy smell like eucalyptus type odour.  

Blends well with: Bergamot, Black pepper, Cajeput, Clary Sage, Eucalyptus,  Ginger,  Lavender, Lemon, Nutmeg, Peppermint, Rosemary, Tea tree, Thyme

Common Uses: 

• Consider to have similar properties to sweet marjoram
• Spanish Marjoram is more effective used as an expectorant for respiratory tract infections and spasms.
• Spanish Marjoram is warming and analgesic, making it useful for analgesic or antispasmodic for muscle aches / pains, muscle spasm, rheumatic pains, sprains and strains, arthritis.
• It stimulates and strengthens intestinal peristalsis, it is a good digestive and carminative, relieving constipation, colic, flatulence and spasmodic indigestion.
• Used as a massage over the lower abdomen, it will ease menstrual cramps. Due to  an emmenagogue properties  of the oil,  its beneficial for treating delayed, scanty or painful periods.
• Spanish Marjoram has a flaming effect on the nervous system, relieves anxiety and stress. It is effective for insomnia especially when there is hypertension. It has a warming and comforting effect on the heart.

Precautions: 

• Avoid during pregnancy
• Caution with hypotensive client

Family: Rutaceae 

Origin: Produced in Brazil, Spain, Italy and California

Characteristics: Yellow, organ liquid with an intense sweet fresh citrus scent 

Blends well with: Bergamot, German & Roman Chamomile, Black pepper, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Sweet Marjoram, Neroli, Orange, Palmarosa, Petitgrain, Rose, Sandalwood, Tangerine, Ylang-Ylang 

Common Uses: 

• Mandarin oil has similar properties to sweet organ oil-tonic, stomachic and a mild sedative for the nervous system.
• It has a tonic effect on the digestive system, helping to regulate metabolic processes and aids the secretion of bile and breaking down of fats.  Also useful for calming the intestines and relieving flatulence
• Great anti-depressant properties. it often used to eliminate depression and anxiety.
• Mandarin + Neroli + Wheatgerm/CO to help prevent stretch marks during pregnancy. 

Precautions: 

• It is possibly photo toxic although this has not been demonstrated decisively.
• It may cause skin irritation
• Safe use for the children, pregnant women and elderly 

• Sweet Marjoram is warming and analgesic, making it useful for analgesic or antispasmodic for muscle aches / pains, muscle spasm, rheumatic pains, sprains and strains, arthritis.
• It stimulates and strengthens intestinal peristalsis, it is a good digestive and carminative, relieving constipation, colic, flatulence and spasmodic indigestion.
• Used as a massage over the lower abdomen, it will ease menstrual cramps. Due to  an emmenagogue properties  of the oil,  its beneficial for treating delayed, scanty or painful periods.
• Sweet marjoram has a flaming effect on the nervous system, relieves anxiety and stress. It is effective for insomnia especially when there is hypertension. It has a warming and comforting effect on the heart.

Precautions: 

• Avoid during pregnancy
• Caution with hypotensive client

Emollient, light, absorb quick

Decrease mental chatter, cleanses / soothes spirit, balancing / grounding

• Great antiviral properties against viruses associated with influenza, herpes, chicken pox, mumps, herpes simplex / cold sore , herpes zoster / shingles.
• Melissa has uplifting and anti-depressant properties. It calms the nerves and has excellent qualities in soothing fighting depression.
• It helps in cases of hysteria and panic and helps to slow the heartbeat, eases high blood pressure and tonic to the heart.
•  It regulates the menstrual cycle, also helping with period pains.
• It can help with headaches and migraines associated with colds

       7. Precaution:
            (a) Avoid during pregnancy
            (b) May cause skin irritation / sensitization with sensitive skin
            (c)  Use carefully with hypotensive clients
            (d) Avoid with prostatic hyperplasia, glaucoma
            (e) Avoid with children under 2 yrs old 

• Great antiviral properties against viruses associated with influenza, herpes, chicken pox, mumps, herpes simplex / cold sore , herpes zoster / shingles.
• Melissa has uplifting and anti-depressant properties. It calms the nerves and has excellent qualities in soothing fighting depression.
• It helps in cases of hysteria and panic and helps to slow the heartbeat, eases high blood pressure and tonic to the heart.
•  It regulates the menstrual cycle, also helping with period pains.
• It can help with headaches and migraines associated with colds

       8. Precaution:
            (a) Avoid during pregnancy
            (b) May cause skin irritation / sensitization with sensitive skin
            (c)  Use carefully with hypotensive clients
            (d) Avoid with prostatic hyperplasia, glaucoma
            (e) Avoid with children under 2 yrs old 

Family: Burseraceae

Origin: Native to north east Africa and south west Asia, especially Somalia, Yemen and Ethiopia

Characteristics: Dark brown oily liquid with a warm, rich spicy balsamic odour 

Blends well with: Frankincense, Lavender, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Tea tree, Thyme 

Common Uses: 

• Myrrh oil is excellent expectorant particularly valuable in respiratory tract such as coughs, bronchitis, colds and soothing mucous membranes.
• Myrrh oil has antiseptic, astringent, anti-inflammatory properties. it prevents infection, clears toxins and promotes tissue repair. it is specially valuable for wounds that are slow to heal.
• It generates warmth and stimulates the stomach, thus being a useful remedy for treating diarrhoea, flatulence, abdominal distension and poor appetite.
• Myrrh is a uterine stimulant and promotes menstruation thus relieving painful periods and may be used for assisting prolonged, difficult labour during childbirth
• Myrrh is one of the most renowned incenses along with Frankincense
• Myrrh is particularly valuable for people who feel stuck emotionally or spiritually and want to move forward in their lives.

Precautions: 

• Avoid during pregnancy
• It could be toxic in high dosage

Family: Myrtaceae

Origin:Native to North Africa, cultivated throughout the Mediterranean

Characteristics: A pale yellow or orange liquid with a clear, fresh, camphoraceous, sweet herbaceous scent similar to eucalyptus

Blends well with: Bergamot, Clary sage, Clove, Hyssop, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary, Spearmint, Thyme, Tea tree

Common Uses: 

• Myrtle is antiseptic and bactericidal particularly in pulmonary and urinary infections. It is used in chronic conditions of the lungs, where there is excessive bronchial catarrh. It is suitable for children who is suffering with coughs and chest complaints
• Uplifting and refreshing effect. Myrtle soothe feelings of anger, greed, envy or fear. It helps addiction.
• Myrtle has antiseptic and deodorizing properties. Use wisely for cleanse oily, infected skin and acne.

Precautions: 

• It may cause skin or mucous membrane irritation in sensitive clients

Acne, yeast infections, reducing inflammation

Respiratory complaints, wounds, antiseptic, expectorant

1. Botanical name: C
2. Family: A
3. Origin: P
4. Characteristics: S
5. Blends well with: B
6. Common Uses:
   
   • Yl
7. Precautions: 
   (a) It 

Mature / dry / dehydrated / sore / inflamed skin, stretch mark, reduce itchiness

Antidepressant, carminative, digestive stimulant, tonic lymphatic

Arthritis, broken blood vessels, cellulitis, rheumatism

1. Botanical name: C
2. Family: A
3. Origin: P
4. Characteristics: S
5. Blends well with: B
6. Common Uses:
   
   • Yl
7. Precautions: 
   (a) It 

Healing skin problems such as sores and ulcers

Soothing stressed out muscles, calms nervous tension, improve sleep quality

Excellent for relief localized pain, mental fatigue

Helps to alleviate skin irritations, anti-oxidant, sunscreen properties

• It is calming effect on the emotional level, so Roman chamomile is helpful for people who tend to be hyperactive, workaholic, think too much and worry a lot.
• Roman chamomile remedy for children and is recommended when they are feeling impatient, disagreeable or tense
• Roman chamomile is a useful oil for women with irregular periods and PMS

  7. Precautions:
  (a) Early stages of pregnancy
  (b) Have Emmenagogue properties when used in high concentrations

Anti-depressant, lift up spirits, good for female hormone balancing

1. Botanical name: C
2. Family: A
3. Origin: P
4. Characteristics: S
5. Blends well with: B
6. Common Uses:
   
   • Yl
7. Precautions: 
   (a) It 

1. Botanical Name: Rosa mosqueta or Rosa rubginosa 
2. Common Uses: 
   
   • It is carrier oil
   • It's a great oil in blends for sun / climate damaged skin. 

   • It's cell regeneration property. Excellent for aging, dry, maturing skin.

3. Precautions:
   
   • Some reposts that it should avoid with acne and oily or blemished skins

1. Botanical name: Salvia officinalis 
2. Family: Lamiiaceae / Labiatae 
3. Origin: Slovak, Balkans 
4. Characteristics: Clear, herrbal, camphor's and sharp 
5. Blends well with: Bergamot, Cajeput, Clary sage, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender, Myrtle, Niaouli, Orange, Peppermint, Pint, Rose, Rosemary, Tea tree
   
6. Common Uses:
   
   • It helps to stimulate digestive system and it will lost of appetite 
   • It has a beneficial effect on the female reproductive system and it regulates menstrual cycle, treat well with menopause problems, particularly night sweat
   • it helps relieve the aches and pains of rheumatism
   • In small doses, Sage has a calming effect on the nerves by soothing the parasympathetic nervous system
   • Sage also helps with tiredness ,depression and grief on mind and spirit
7. Precautions: 
   (a) I recommend that sage be used by professional aromatherapists only
   (b)Avoid during the pregnancy 
   (c) Avoid for people with epilepsy 
   (d) Avoid for people with hypertension 

Used for mature skin, eczema, psoriasis. Good for stimulate muscle activity

Relieve hiccups, colic, nausea, indigestion, flatulence

Nausea, flatulence, indigestion, menstrual problems, allergies

1. Botanical name: C
2. Family: A
3. Origin: P
4. Characteristics: S
5. Blends well with: B
6. Common Uses:
   
   • Yl
7. Precautions: 
   (a) It 

Good for muscle / skeletal system, spasms, sprains, lumbago, rheumatism

1. Common Uses: 
   • It is 100% pure synergy, blended by CFA Certified Aromatherapist
   • A soothing blend that helps to decrease stress, anxiety and depression. The calming aroma reduce tension, calm your mind and ease exhausted emotion of the tiring day
2. Contains:
   • Petitgrain, Lavender, Chamomile and more
   • NO artificial additives, 100% top natural oils
3. Precautions:
   
   • Some people may allergies with selected essential oils 
   • Please consult with certified aromatherapist before application 

     

Good for skin regeneration, protective against sun and wind

Soothing nervous system, tonic digestie system, flatulence

1. Botanical name: C
2. Family: A
3. Origin: P
4. Characteristics: S
5. Blends well with: B
6. Common Uses:
   
   • Yl
7. Precautions: 
   (a) It 

USA Certified Aromatherapist Level One Set

Clary sage 10ml / Eucalyptus globulus 10ml / Geranium 10ml / Roman Chamomile 2ml / Lavender, true 10ml / Lemon 10ml / Sweet Orange 10ml / Peppermint 10ml

Rose otto 2ml / Rosemary 10ml / Tea tree 10ml / Ylang-Ylang 10ml / Sweet Almond oil 50ml / 6x30ml glass bottles

* Free Aromatherapy Blending Workshop

Basil 10ml / Bergamot 10ml / Cedarwood Alta 10ml / lemongrass 10ml / Lime 10ml / Majoram, sweet 10ml / Mandarin 10ml / Melissa, true 2ml / Patchouli 10ml / Petitgrain 10ml / Pine needle 10ml

Grapeseed oil 100ml / Jojoba oil 50ml / Rosehip oil 30ml / Rose Hydrosol 100ml / 6x30ml glass bottles / 3x30ml spray

*Free Aromatherapy Head & Shoulder Massage Workshop

Balsamic, impotence, aphrodisiac, calming, warming

Anti-oxidant, natural preservative, heal wound, prevent scar

Dry / aging / mature skin, lifeless skin, healing scar tissue, natural antioxidant

Grounding / balancing effect on yoga practices, Yogic's favour oil