Anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial. Soothes, decongests and eases breathing.
Anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial. Soothes, decongests and eases breathing.
Decongestant and restorative. Strengthens the respiratory system.
Decongestant and restorative. Strengthens the respiratory system.
Purifying and stimulating.
Enhances mental performance and clears airways.
While a peppermint aroma can be intense, it’s believed to cool the mind and help ease fever. Purifying and stimulating, Peppermint is Aromatherapy’s memory aid and mental performance enhancer. Add to that a number of ‘antis’ – anti-bacterial, inflammatory, septic, spasmodic and viral.
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Nourish, smooth, soothe and seal in moisture.
Healing and anti-inflammatory.
Historically one of those medicine cabinet skin treatments, Shea Butter comes from Africa where it has been extracted from the nut of the Shea Tree for generations. Lauded for its ability to melt into skin, richly nourish, smooth, soothe and seal in moisture, Shea Butter is believed to possess potent healing properties – courtesy, no doubt, of the rejuvenating Vitamin A, anti-oxidant Vitamin E and anti-inflammatory polyphenols and phytonutrients, all of which occur naturally in its unrefined state. Shea Butter has been widely used to treat blemishes, eczema, burns and stretch marks, too.
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Antioxidant-rich, naturally infused with vitamins.
Softens skin and helps protect skin from further damage.
Distilled from the seed of the Jojoba plant, Jojoba Oil was widely used by Native Americans for clearing and softening skin, and conditioning dry hair. Naturally infused with Vitamins B and E, plus rich in antioxidants and minerals, our Jojoba oil is organic, cold pressed and first choice for deep, long-lasting, soothing and non-oily hydration. Believed to be anti-inflammatory, Jojoba Oil is great for sensitive and rebellious skin – light enough to nourish congested skin, while helping repair and protect from future damage.
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Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, regenerative and sedative properties. Analgesic, antifungal, anti-histamine, antispasmodic and cardiotonic.
It is said that the healing properties of Lavender Oil were discovered by French chemist René-Maurice Gattefossé, who, having badly burned his hand in the lab, treated it with Lavender Oil. Healing was swift and supported his belief that Lavender possessed powerful anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, regenerative and sedative properties. It is also used in Aromatherapy as an analgesic, antifungal, anti-histamine, antispasmodic and cardiotonic, as well as an antidepressant. Linked also with creativity, wellbeing and peace, Lavender Oil is considered a powerful multitasker.
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Relieves anxiety, depression and stress.
Antibacterial, antifungal and antiseptic.
Used in Aromatherapy to relieve anxiety, depression and stress, and ease tension, Bergamot Oil is zesty, refreshing and uplifting. It is also naturally antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and soothing. One reason to choose Bergamot Oil is for its reputation as a mood booster – raising spirits and easing troubled minds.
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Increases focus, enhances concentration, calms the mind
Antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and sedative
Life is full of distractions and when you’re looking for an essential oil that’ll help sharpen focus, enhance concentration, calm the mind and ease hyperactivity, restlessness and impatience, Frankincense is ideal. Add to that a catalogue of properties including anti-catarrhal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and sedative, Frankincense is also widely believed to boost the immune system and enhance spiritual awareness and meditation. It smells divine, too.
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Uplifting, sharpens senses.
Anti-infectious, astringent and toning.
The third gift from the mythical three wise men, Myrrh is said to be uplifting and to sharpen the mind. Its more physical properties span anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent and toning.
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Astringent, anti fungal and anti-inflammatory.
Counters tiredness and infection.
The astringent, dry aroma associated with Cedarwood is reflective of the properties for which it’s celebrated. Astringent, diuretic, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory and believed to counter infection, Cedarwood is also used as an insect repellent and for its power to calm busy minds and irritated spirits.
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Sensual, calming and relaxing.
Anti-depressant, sedative and toning.
The aroma of Ylang Ylang perfectly captures the moment when a hot sun starts to sink over a tropical forest, its languid scent hanging heavy in the air. There’s a sensual energy to it, said to be calming, relaxing and enhancing of relationships. It’s also widely believed to be anti-depressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, sedative and toning.
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Hydrates, repairs and eases parched and irritated skin.
Anti-inflammatory, soothing.
Reputed to possess anti-inflammatory and soothing properties, Beeswax has been used in skincare for thousands of years to hydrate; repair and ease parched and irritated skin. Believed to promote healing and to create a barrier against environmental damage, we use Beeswax to protect and calm even the most sensitive skin.
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Hydrates, repairs, protects.
Eases pigmentation, scarring and blemishes.
Rich in Vitamins A and C, and anti-inflammatory, nourishing fatty acids, Rosehip Oil helps hydrate, repair and protect skin. Known and widely used worldwide for many thousands of years, Rosehip Seed Oil was a favourite among Mayans, Ancient Egyptians and Native Americans, who used it to hydrate and calm skin, while also easing pigmentation, scarring and blemishes. Our Rosehip Oil is organic and unrefined.
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Anti-inflammatory, cardiotonic and anti-bacterial. Soothes, decongests and eases breathing.
Abundant in antioxidants, Cardamom is one of those natural extracts that reads a bit like a cure-all for mind/body/spirit. It’s no surprise it has an important place in Ayurvedic medicine. We chose Cardamom because of its direct effects on respiratory diseases such as bronchitis and asthma. It is used as a mild bronchodilator, increasing the flow of air into your lungs and allowing easier breathing and absorption of oxygen.
*Study supporting Cardamom use as a bronchodilator
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Decongestant and anti-inflammatory, eases coughs, colds and aids breathing.
Used for generations as a natural remedy for congestion, colds and coughs, Eucalyptus essential oil has performed well in studies* on bronchitis and asthma sufferers and is used in many topical decongestants around the world. In research, Eucalyptol or Cineole, a compound found in Eucalyptus oil, has been found to help ease many cold symptoms, including cough, nasal congestion, inflammation, and the build-up of mucus.
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Soothing, uplifting, calming. Boosts lung function.
Widely believed to help ease stress, lift moods, and calm minds. Scientific studies also suggest that Wild Orange essential oil may have beneficial effects on the lungs – with a 2016 study* pointing to a boost in running times and lung function in athletics students.
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Decongestant and restorative. Strengthens the respiratory system.
Originally used in Native American medicine as a mild sedative and to help cure coughs, Black Spruce essential oil continues to be chosen for its soothing, calming, anti-inflammatory properties. In France and Canada today, Black Spruce extract is considered an effective natural remedy to help counter inflammation of the nasal passages and treat respiratory conditions of many kinds.
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