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Some Herbs/Scents
And There Properties
Yarrow:
Attracts love and calm, self confidence. Courage. Soothing to the
heart. Said to stimulate hair growth, when used as shampoo.
Aleviates dandruff. Astringent and anti-inflammatory. Helps to
stop internal and external bleeding (helps blood to thicken).
Assists
in healing persistent wounds and infections. Brings healing to
all mucous membranes. Calms digestive tract. Good for bringing
rapid
recovery from the flu. Relieves toothache.
Vervain:
Ancient and sacred even to the Egyptians, Persians and Druids,
Vervain is said to be a purifyer of the physical and spiritual
body.
Attracts and brings luck in love and prosperity. Calms the body
and nerves while stimulating the mind. Can promote lucid dreams
and out of body travels. Astringent amd antispasmodic. *Not for
use during pregnancy. Stimulates bloodflow and the bodies
self-cleaning mechanisms. May cause nausea when taken internally.
Believed to shrink swollen tissues and tumors when used as a
poultice.
Tuberose:
"The Mistress of the Night", awakens erotic feelings,
and attracts romance. Enhances the capacity for emotional depth.
Brings
peace to the mind and heart. Opens the crown chakra and assists
in psychic development. Attracts inspiration. Tonic for the
reproductive system as well as the heart and mind.
Tarragon:
Protection. Prevents fatigue, stimulates the appetite, relieves
gastrointestinal disorders, colic and rheumatism. Anesthetic
action
can help toothaches. Calms nervous stomach. Antioxidant and
antifungal. Enhances and protects health and well-being. Can
stimulate menstruation when taken internally in large quantities
so *not for theraputic use during pregnancy.
Spearmint:
Cooling stimulant. Restores energy and balance to the system.
Strengthens the nerves and muscles. As a tea, spearmint calms a
nervous stomach rapidly. Deoderant and insect repellant. Relieves
insomnia. Antiseptic. Helps headaches, fever, indigestion,
Intestinal cramps, colic and hemorroids. Helps to aleviate
depression.
Tangerine:
Purification. Awakens joy, and dissolves negativity. Antiseptic
and antispasmodic. assists in lymph drainage. Balances dry scalp
and
dandruff conditions while moisturizing hair and skin. Sedative
and tonic.
Sassafras:
Attracts prosperity. Use externally and for aromatic purposes.
May be made into a light tea. Great for skin conditions like
eczema
and poison ivy and acne. Anti-inflamatory. Clears red eyes when
mixed with Rosewater. Good as mouthwash for sore swollen
gums. Calms and balances the mind. *Not for internal use during
pregnancy as it stimulates menstrual flow.
Rosewood:
Uplifting anti-depressant. Relaxes and restores sore muscles and
nerves. Helps headaches and fights off the begining phases of
cold
and flu. Antiseptic and very healing to skin conditions like acne.
Deoderant.
Pennyroyal:
Creates a shield of protection. Repels negativity. Energizes the
body and calms the mind and nerves. Diuretic. Good for colds and
bronchitis. Eases nausea and intestinal cramps. Fortifies the
spleen and solar plexus chakras. Used for ulcers, headache and
fever.
Tonic for the reproductive system. *Not for use during pregnancy
as it stimulates menstruation and uterine contractions.
Deoderant and insecticide.
Pettigraine:
Uplifting, relieves stress and anxiety. Cleanses and rejuvinates
and the spirit. Brings clarity to the mind. Helps to relieve
insomnia.
Good for healthy hair. Antiseptic and tonic. Deoderizing and
insecticidal. Good for sunburn and itchy skin.
Palmarosa:
Attracts Love. Regenerates the cellular body. Clears and "wakes
up" the mind. Powerful healer for skin conditions such as
acne,
eczema and dry aging skin. Antiseptic. Helps to regulate the
thyroid. Used to treat anorexia and as a tonic for the entire
system.
Orris:
Aphrodesiac. Attracts love and romance. Good for treating acne
and insect bites. Helps relieve coughs, colds and bronchitis.
Diuretic, said to ease upset stomach and toothache. Whole pieces
of the root have been used as infants teething rings. The
violet-like scent grows more beautiful with age.
Vetivert:
Protection. Attracts prosperity, love and feelings of security.
Awakens sensuality and repels negativity. Stimulates circulation
and
helps relieve arthritis and joint pain. Relaxing. Said to help
lower blood pressure.
Thyme:
Courage and confidance. Helps insomnia and depression. Brings
calm and balance to the 6th and 7th chakras. Accelerates the
healing process and strengthens the immune system. Antibiotic,
antiseptic and diuretic. Very good for lung ailments, viruses and
infections. Brings relief for bladder infections. Revives the
liver and circulatory system. Regulates digestion and eases
indigestion.
Disinfectant and insect repellent. *Not for use during pregnancy
or in cases of high blood pressure.
Tea Tree:
Nature's antiseptic. Good for use on wounds, burns, insect bites,
scratches, rashes, and herpe's. Relieves itch and kills germs.
Good
for dandruff, athlete's foot, acne, ringworm, candida and warts.
Antifungal and anti-viral. Good as an airborne disinfectant.
Sage:
Permeates the environment and creates a barrier of protection
while neutralizing the existing negativity. Sacred to Native
Americans as a "smudging" herb. Attracts well-being and
prosperity. Brings what is needed. Astringent. Helps heal skin
eruptions.
Good for sores, bacterial infections, bronchitis, rheumatism,
arthritis, catarrh, sprains and aching muscles. Helpful for
relieving
depression, anxiety and exhaustion. Calms the digestion and eases
menstrual cramping. *Not for use during pregnancy.
Parsley:
Purification on all levels. Diuretic. Helps to relieve urinary
tract infection and kidney problems. Rich in vitamin B and
potassium.
Good for gall bladder problems and helping to expel gall stones.
Excellent breath deoderant. Stimulates the pituitary gland.
Sedative, good for nervous conditions. Parsely has been said to
dry up mother's milk after birth.
Niaouli:
Protection. Antiseptic, helps to heal cuts and wounds,
infections, acne, skin irritations and allergies. Bacterial
viruses, Sore throats,
and respiratory problems. Good when used in a vaporisor or as a
chest rub for bronchial clearing.
Neroli:
Soothes, relaxes, and uplifts the spirit. Instills confidence.
Excellent for dry sensitive skin, scars and stretch marks.
Aphrodesiac.
Stimulates circulation. Brings calm and relieves stress and
tension. Good for calmin "butterflies" in the stomach.
Mandarin:
Mild, calming oil used for massage and the digestive system. Can
help prevent stretch marks when used in massage.
Grapefruit:
Refreshing and uplifting. Brings renewed energy, "a second
wind". Antiseptic to the skin. Tones all bodily tissues and
helps *erase*
cellulite. Antidepressant.
Carrot Seed:
Mother Nature's skin nurturer. Relieves and replenishes dry,
aging skin. Helps to reduce wrinkles and restore elasticity.
Stimulates
endocrine function. *Not for use during pregnancy.
Clary Sage:
Calming relaxant. Brings well-being to the spirit. Contains a
hormone-like agent similar to estrogen that regulates hormonal
balance. Relieves tired, sore or injured muscles and menstrual
cramping when used in massage. Aphrodesiac. Antiseptic for oily
skin and dandruff. *Not for use during pregnancy. Do not drink
alcohol or drive when under it's influence.
Eucalyptus:
Powerful antiseptic, widely used in baths and massage during the
cold season. Blend oil in chest rubs and use in a vaporiser to
keep
air germ free in sick room. Blends well with Lavender and Pine.
antiseptic, for fevers, sore throats, and colds, expectorant,
burned
for healing and protection. good for all problems with sinuses
and lungs, colds, flu, bronchitis, asthma, helps acne
Evening Primrose:
Rich in GLA, vitamins and minerals. Excellent for face and body
massage, especially to combat dry, skin and eczema. a nerve
tonic,
Hormonal balancer, good for menstrual problems and for balancing
the effects of menopause.
Geranium:
Balances the mind and body. Calms and stabalizes the emotions.
Astringent, Good healing oil for all skin types. Helps to relieve
eczema and psoriasis. Repels insects and negative thought forms
and environments. Diuretic. Good as a massage oil for cellulite.
Cedar:
Attracts prosperity. Encourages flow. Elimination of blockages,
and toxins, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Cleanses and
purifies the body, skin and the environment from all negativity
and stagnation. Gives relief from bronchitis, colds, arthritis,
and can
have a diuretic effect. Repels incects. *Not for use during
pregnancy.
Frankincense:
A sacred, purifying scent used to cleanse the body, aura, and
environment of all negative influences. Promotes a meditative
state.
Sun energy. Opens the crown chakra and has a healing affect on
infections, and viruses. Revitalizes dry and/or aging skin. Helps
with asthma and bronchial infections.
Jasmine:
Good luck in love and wealth. Aphrodisiac. Alleviates depression,
and tension. Raises self esteem. Opens the heart chakra and
stimulates clarity of thought. Enables one to lucid dream, when
it is used before sleeping. Good for use during childbirth.
Rejuvinates the skin when used in massage and cosmetics.
Beautiful fragrance when worn as a single note.
Lavender:
Ancient scent used for protection, relaxation, and healing. Good
for headaches, insomnia, pain, arthritis, and depression.
Antiseptic
and astringent. Good for burns, insect bites, acne and eczema.
Helps to reduce scarring. Promotes hair growth. Activates the
crown
chakra. Ancients believed it ensured fidelity.
Myrrh:
Powerful purifier. Helps to heal bacterial, fungal and viral
infections. Anti-inflammatory. Good for oral hygiene and gum
infections.
Good for dry skin conditions. *Not for use during pregnancy.
Promotes faithfulness. Inspires positive thoughts and words. Many
blessings.
Nag Champa:
Sacred incense of India. Good for meditation, and prayer.
Soothes, and calms. Clears and purifies all chakras. Attracts
assistance
from higher realms.
Patchouli:
Aphrodesiac, awakens fertility. Stimulates and balances the yin
or feminine aspects. Purifies and aligns the root, and spleen
chakras. Attracts prosperity Dispels negativity. Clears the
complexion and helps heal other skin conditions. Preserves youth.
Pine:
Cleansing and rejuvinating. Fresh starts. Inspires positive,
enthusiastic feelings. Good for colds, bronchitis, and asthma.
Antiseptic
and deoderizing. Repels insects. Brings harmony to the home.
Sandalwood:
Aligns all chakras, allowing healing energy to flow through and
out. Sedates and relaxes. Good for meditation, healing, and
manifestation practices. Aphrodisiac. Awakens sacred sensuality.
Facilitates concentration. Considered to betstow holy protection.
Regenerates dry/aging hair and skin.
Musk:
Stimulates the root and spleen chakras, arousing the reproductive
organs and instincts. Healing and cleansing to the heart, lungs,
and blood. Encourages self-esteem, and desirability. Can assist
in transmuting sexual love into higher emotion, and spiritual
connection.
Amber:
Transforms negative energy into positive. Calms, and attracts
loving, faithful emotions. Opens the crown chakra and aligns the
etheric bodies with the physical. Attracts prosperity.
Rose:
Attracts love, confidance and healing to the heart. Activates yin
or feminine energies. Calms emotions and brings understanding.
Protects secrets. Higher consciousness. Soothes and heals female
reproductive organs. Help to heal sore throats and cold sores.
Very good for rejuvinating the skin. Awakens sensuality.
Clove:
Protects and cleanses the body and aura. Balances 2nd and 4th
chakras. Calming and comforting to the emotions. Strengthens
eyesight and protects one from disease and infection. Very
antiseptic, good for oral infections and toothache pain. Assists
with
digestive, muscular, and bronchial ailments.
Dragon's Blood:
Energizes and attracts inspiration and success. Protection.
Virility, strength and passion. Attraction of male energies.
Purifies,
"burns" out illness and infection. Helps heal bones,
teeth, blood disorders, and reproductive organs.
Citronella:
Protects, cleanses and clears the aura. Strengthens the life-force.
Encourages self-expression and creativity. Good for writers and
actors. Brings clarity to the mind and inner vision. Good for
attracting prosperity. Activates the throat chakra and acts as a
tonic
for all throat ailments. Repells insects. Deoderizer.
Lemon:
Attracts joy and benevolent energies. Clears and stimulates the
mind while relaxing the muscles and relieving stress. Attunes to
the third chakra. Antibacterial and antiseptic. Good for oily
skin conditions. Tonic to the lymphatic and digestive system.
Very good
for dieters, when put in water, and will help break up cellulite
when used with massage. Bleaches hair and fabrics. Conditions
skin
and nails. Dilute well when used on skin.
Cinnamon:
Psychic awareness and protection. Blends with and emphasizes all
other essences. Attracts money and "security".
Aphrodisiac.
Very healing on all levels. Good for colds, flu, headache,
toothache, and sore muscles. Helps to heal the heart and kidneys.
Nutmeg:
Calms the mind and body therefore it is good for insomnia. Brings
visions. Attracts wealth and health. Good for the intestinal
tract,
and reproductive organs. Is said to reverse impotency and hair
loss. *Can be dangerous if taken internally. As a seasoning is
fine.
Olive:
Peace of heart and mind. Assures fidelity in love and can attract
a marriage partner. Inspires fruitfulness and security in love,
family and business. Attracts money. Revitalizes all physical
systems as well as the mind.
Poppy Seed:
Quiets the mind and brings visions. Induces calm and restful
sleep. A tonic for the digestive, respiratory, and circulatory
system,
therefore, it is very good for healing these areas. Pain reliever.
Honeysuckle:
Strengthens the mind and memory. Balancing to the right and left
brain. Awakens the crown and brow chakra's, bringing psychic
awareness. Induced prophetic dreams and assists one to let go of
the past. Strengthens and brings flexibility to the body. Helps
heal sore throats, headaches and asthma.
Mugwort:
Awakens one to the psychic energies around and within them.
Facilitates astral travel and dream interpretation. Opens and
purifies circulatory channels. Strengthens the uterus and eases
painful menstrual cramping. Excellent for strengthening the
life-force in the fetus. Some say *not for use during pregnancy.
Juniper Berries:
Protection from all negative influences. Transforms negative
emotions into positive. Purifies the aura and the subtle body.
Diuretic
action also encourages "flow" in all areas of life. *Not
for use during pregnancy. Tonic, astringent, and antiseptic.
Reduces swelling
and relieves arthritis. Good for dissolving fat and cellulite
when used with massage. Is believed to boost the immune system.
Rosemary:
Clears the mind and opens blocked passages, both in the body and
elsewhere. Brings the desired information by tapping into the
universal mind. Facilitates inner peace and contentment. Attracts
love. Good for emotional healing. Stimulates and rejuvinates
tired muscles. Diuretic and helps to break down cellulite when
used in massage. Restores suppleness and shine to the hair.
Ylang Ylang:
Aphrodesiac. Promotes calm, peaceful relaxation. Relieves anxiety
and depression. Good for insomnia and meditation. Tones and
awakens the sex center. Lowers blood pressure. Restores skin and
hair to a natural, balanced state of health.
Peppermint:
Purifies. Attracts positive energies. Eliminates static and
"cobwebs" from the aura, and mind. Clears the
respiratory passages.
Revitalizes and rejuvinates the mind and body. Relieves
depression. Helps to alleviate bronchial spasms and asthma.
Cooling to
fever and inflamation. Good for the digestive system and for
nausea.
Chamomile:
Calms the nervous system, and in turn, the mind and digestive
system. Peace. Helps the heart to understand. Dissolves
negativity.
Anti-inflammitory action helps with rheumatism, burns, asthma,
and depression. Protects and heals dry hair and skin conditions.
Very gentle healing oil.
Bay:
Activates the throat chakra and opens the bronchial passages.
Facilitates full breath and full expression. Decongestive on all
levels.
Heals the heart. Good for colds, flu, rheumatism and sprains.
Psychic purifyer.
Benzoin:
Awakens higher mindedness. Encourages confidence and empowerment.
Calms and sedates the mind and emotions. Relieves dry
skin, coughs, and arthritis. Natural deoderant and preservative.
Orange:
Purification on every level. Encourages emotional expression and
the gentle healing and restructuring of emotional memories.
Attracts abundance and happiness. through love and marriage.
Tonic to the digestive system. Antiseptic. Good for oily skin.
Dilute
well when used on the skin.
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