Geranium Essential Oil

Orchid essential oil is known for the rejuvenating and soothing action of the skin due to its antioxidant properties, anti-inflammatory and cellular regeneration. It is mainly used in perfumery and cosmetics, characterized by its sweet and soft floral aroma.

Patchouli (Pogostemon patchouli) is a plant native to Southeast Asia. With a very characteristic aroma, it is used in perfumery as a fixative. Patchouli has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and stimulant capabilities and is considered an aphrodisiac. Due to its excessive use around the 60's, it fell a little out of use precisely because of its strong aroma, but today it is gaining in popularity for its therapeutic abilities.
Main constituents: patchoulol, alpha-bulnesene, alpha-guainene, gamma-patchoulene.
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The tea tree is a plant of Australian origin that was used by Aborigines for the treatment of respiratory problems. Tea tree essential oil is used as a cutaneous antiseptic because of its bactericidal and fungicidal properties. It is applied in the treatment of acne and to heal cuts and insect stings. Its topical use may also be useful in the treatment of vaginal infections.
Main constituents: 4-terpineol (38.0%), γ-terpinene (20%), α-terpinene (9%).
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Petitgrain oil is obtained by steam distillation from the branches, leaves and green fruits of the bitter orange tree (Citrus aurantium var. Amara). It has properties somewhat similar to neroli (oil obtained from flowers of the same plant), although it is considered less sedative and the fragrance less exquisite. It is a soothing, relaxing and anti-depressant. It is also considered a fixative in perfumery.
Main constituents: linalyl acetate, linalool, α-terpineol.
PRECAUTIONS IN THE USE OF PETITGRAIN ESSENTIAL OIL:
May cause photosensitivity.
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Frankincense oil (Boswellia carterii), also known by the common name Olibanum, is obtained by the steam distillation of the B. carterri resin.
Among the activities of its essential oil we highlight its anti-inflammatory and astringent action. This oil is used in perfumery and cosmetics, especially in skin care.
Main constituents: Vitamin C, retinoids, ellagic acid and alpha-hydroxy acids
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The bergamot, similar to a small orange of yellow color, is cultivated in the region of Calabria. Its name comes from the city of Bergamo in Italy, because it was there that its oil was originally marketed in Europe from Morocco. Bergamot essential oil has been described as having relaxing action in aromatherapy as well as analgesic and neuroprotective capabilities.
Main constituents: Limonene, linalyl acetate, linalool.

PRECAUTIONS IN THE USE OF BERGAMOT ESSENTIAL OIL:
May irritate sensitive skin. May cause photosensitivity.

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Smaller than orange, tangerine (Citrus reticulata) is currently cultivated around the world. Its fruit, mandarin, is a citrus fruit slightly flattened at the ends. It is from its bark, by cold pressure, that the essential oil is extracted. Essential oil is traditionally used as a stimulant of the digestive system and lymphatic circulation, as well as to calm nervous tension.
Main constituents: limonene, γ-terpinene.
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The essential oil of Amyris or Sandalwood (Amyris balsamifera), is extracted by the distillation of the wood of this species. Scientific papers reveal that essential oils have anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. In the industry it is used as fixative of aromas in perfumery.

Constituents: β-sesquiphellandrene, elemol, 10-γ-eudesmol, γ-eudesmol, valerianol, α-eudesmol, 7-α-eudesmol and β-eudesmol

Palmarosa (Cymbopogon martinii) is a plant native to Asia whose essential oil is widely used in perfumery and cosmetics. Its aroma, close to that of rose, causes it to be sometimes used to adulterate rose oil, which is much more expensive. It is traditionally used for various skin problems like dermatitis, acne and scars. It is suitable for all skin types and mainly useful in mature and dry skin.
Main constituents: geraniol, geranyl acetate.
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Lemon (Citrus limon) is a citrus fruit originating in Southeast Asia, having been introduced in Europe by the Arabs. Lemon essential oil has anxiolytic, antidepressant and analgesic capabilities.
Main constituents: Limonene, β-pinene, γ-terpinene.
PRECAUTIONS ON THE USE OF ESSENTIAL LEMON OIL:
May irritate sensitive skin. May cause photosensitivity.
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Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a shrub from the Mediterranean coast. Among the activities of its essential oil we highlight its analgesic action by inhalation and anti-inflammatory.

Main constituents: 1,8-Cineole (41.3%), camphor (14.2%), α-pinene (13.3%).

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Lavender (Lavandula officinalis, syn. L. angustifolia) is a sub-shrub of the Mediterranean zone. The exposure to the aroma of its essential oil induces anxiolytic and sedative action, while its topical application decreases the perception of stress.

Main constituents: Linalool, linalyl acetate.

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A Grapefruit (Citrus maxima), also known as Pomelo or Grapefruit in English. It has properties like stimulation of the lymphatic and imonulógico systems. Thus it reduces cellulite and prevents colds and flu.