| Alkanet |
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X |
Color, anti-Inflammatory |
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| Allspice |
X |
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Anti-infectious, antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, general stimulant |
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| Almond Oil |
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X |
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Softens, smooths, conditions skin, rich in protein, emollient, nourishing, helps relieve itching from Eczema, slow to go rancid. |
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| Aloe Vera Gel |
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X |
Healing |
| Arnica |
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X |
Enhances the healing of bruised skin and black and blue marks |
| Avocado Oil |
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X |
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Therapeutic, healing; contains protein, amino acids and large amounts of vitamins A, B, D, and E, and the glycerides of many fatty acids. It is easily absorbed by the skin, regenerates skin cells and softens tissues. It is the most nourishing oil (along with wheat germ oil) and the most penetrating (along with hazelnut oil). |
| Basil |
X |
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Soothes mental fatigue |
| Bay |
X |
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Used for muscular aches and pains, including arthritis |
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| Bay Rum |
X |
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See Bay |
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| Beeswax (local & unrefined) |
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X |
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Nourishes skin with honey residue. |
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| Bergamot |
X |
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Calming, anti-inflammatory, treats skin conditions |
| Bitter Orange |
X |
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Calming, sedative, anti-spasmodic, anti-infectious |
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| Black Pepper |
X |
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| Stimulant, helps muscle aches and pains; reputed aphrodisiac; avoid during pregnancy |
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| Bois de Rose |
X |
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| Controls pimples and sores, anti-infectious, also known as rosewood |
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| Buttermilk |
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|
X |
Adds richness and nourishment |
| Calendula Petals |
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|
X |
Healing properties for the skin |
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| Canola oil |
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X |
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Adds mildness and clarity to liquid soap |
| Cassia |
X |
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Anti-infectious, anti-spasmodic |
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| Castor Oil |
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X |
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Deeply penetrating, anti-inflammatory |
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| Chamomile |
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X |
Anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, nervine, stomachic, tonic, vasodilatory. The anti-inflammatory properties make it good for rheumatism, arthritis, and other painful swellings |
| Chickweed |
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|
X |
Used externally to treat rheumatic pains, wounds and ulcers. It can be applied as a medicinal poultice and will relieve any kind of roseola and is effective wherever there are fragile superficial veins or itching skin conditions |
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| Cinnamon |
X |
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Anti-spasmodic, anti-infectious |
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| Clary Sage |
X |
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Relaxing, anti-spasmodic |
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| Clove Bud |
X |
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Anti-infectious and anti-fungal |
| Cocoa Butter |
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X |
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Conditioning, skin softener, lays down protective layer that holds moisture to the skin. |
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| Coconut Oil |
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X |
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Moisturizing, cleansing, in soap it creates lather |
| Comfrey |
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X |
Contains allantoin which has been shown to heal cells. Note that comfrey leaf contains no pyralizidine alkaloids. |
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| Coriander |
X |
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Anti-inflammatory |
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| Elder Flower |
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|
X |
Smoothes and softens skin, anti-inflammatory, heals wounds; eases cracked and chapped skin and sunburn |
| Emu oil |
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X |
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Used historically by the Australian aborigines for the treatment of burns, wounds, bruises, and as a pain reliever for bone, muscle, and joint disorders. |
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| Epsom Salts |
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|
X |
Eases muscle Stress |
| Fir Essential |
X |
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Antispasmodic |
| Frankincense |
X |
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Anti-depressant |
| French Green Clay |
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|
X |
Healing |
| Galbanum |
X |
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Anti-infectious, stimulant, said to resolve old emotional or spiritual problems |
| Ginger |
X |
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Digestive, aphrodisiac |
| Ginger Root |
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|
X |
Creates heat on the skin |
| Glycerine (vegetable) |
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|
X |
A humectant, penetrant, and softening agent |
| Grapefruit |
X |
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Disinfectant |
| Hawaiian Sea salts |
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|
X |
Eases stressed muscles |
| Hemp Oil |
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X |
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| Hemp seed oil softens, soothes and promotes flexibility by working between surface cells, helping to lubricate, reduce flaking and revive the skin’s intercellular lipids. The oil contains 50%-60% linoleic acid and is the only high EFA oil that also contains GLA. Because its EFA profile so closely resembles the skin’s natural lipids, hemp seed oil instantly counteracts the effects of degreasing and dehydration, conditions that produce dry skin. It is able to quickly moisturize and condition. |
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| Honey (local) |
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|
X |
Nourishes the skin |
| Hot Peppers |
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|
X |
Brings blood to the surface of the skin |
| Jojoba |
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X |
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Is really a wax. It is indigestible to bacteria (and humans). It is good for acne because it dissolves sebum and makes the skin feel satin-y smooth. |
| Juniper Berry |
X |
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Relaxes muscles |
| Juniper Needle |
X |
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Enhances cleaning, antiseptic |
| Kaolin Clay |
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|
X |
Very mild, improves blood circulation to the skin, exfoliates and cleanses |
| Lanolin |
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X |
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Moisturizing |
| Lavender |
X |
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Analgesic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, healing, relaxes muscles |
| Lavender Absolute |
X |
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Relaxes muscles, anti-spasmodic |
| Lavender Buds |
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|
X |
Exfoliates, uplifts the spirit |
| Lemon |
X |
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Disinfects, anti-bacterial |
| Lemon Eucalyptus |
X |
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Analgesic, calming |
| Lemongrass |
X |
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Sedates the central nervous system, relaxes |
| Lime |
X |
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Sweet, spicy, scent; anti-inflammatory, stress reliever |
| Litsea |
X |
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Calming, sedating |
| Loofah |
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|
X |
Exfoliates |
| Mullein |
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|
X |
Anti-inflammatory |
| Nutmeg |
X |
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Spicy, sweet scent; said to relieve fatigue and muscle aches |
| Oatmeal |
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|
X |
Soothes irritated skin |
| Olive Oil |
|
X |
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Is a calming emollient, nourishing, healing and a good moisturizer because it attracts external moisture and holds the moisture close to the skin and forms a breathable film to prevent internal moisture loss. It is good for arthritis and relieves the itching of skin ailments. |
| Orange Peel |
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|
X |
Exfoliant |
| Palm Kernel Oil |
|
X |
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Moisturizes, enhances lather |
| Palm Oil |
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X |
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Cleansing, increases hardness of the soap bar, enhances lather |
| Patchouli |
X |
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Often used in tiny amounts with other scents to prolong the fragrance. Antidepressant, analgesic, antimicrobial, healing, good for aging skin |
| Peppermint |
X |
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Stimulating, particularly to the heart, brain, and pancreas |
| Perfumers alcohol |
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|
X |
Preservative |
| Peru Balsam |
X |
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Anti-inflammatory, promotes growth of epithelial cells |
| Pink Grapefruit |
X |
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Disinfectant |
| Plantain |
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|
X |
Relieves insect stings and burns; draws |
| Pumice |
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|
X |
Exfoliating |
| Raspberry Seed Oil |
|
X |
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| Very expensive, contains essential fatty acids (EFA), can protect against sunburn. Raspberry has particularly good anti-inflammatory actions making it good for irritated & inflamed skin conditions especially if there is scaling as in eczema & psoriasis. This oil is excellent for reducing oxidative stress within the skin & perfect for skin repair & conditioning |
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| Rose Absolute |
X |
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Stunning aroma – floral, dry with a fruity finish. Cleaning, anti-depressive, good for all aspects of skin care for mature, dry, or sensitive skin. |
| Rose Geranium |
X |
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Astringent, relaxant, anti-inflammatory |
| Rose Petals |
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|
X |
Softens skin |
| Rosehip Seed Oil, Organic |
|
X |
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It is unique among vegetable oils in containing retinol (Vitamin A). Rose hip seed oil is high in the essential fatty acids – linoleic acid or omega-3, and linolenic acid or omega-6. It is helpful for a variety of skin conditions, including dermatitis, acne and eczema, for mature and sun burnt skin as well as brittle nails. Promotes tissue regeneration; good for scars, burns, and wrinkles |
| Rosemary |
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|
X |
Exfoliating |
| Rosemary |
X |
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Tonic for hair and skin; stimulates mind and body |
| Rosewater |
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|
X |
Softens skin |
| Safflower Oil |
|
X |
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Mild and cleansing in liquid soap |
| Shea Butter |
|
X |
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Nourishes with vitamins A, E, & F |
| Spearmint |
X |
|
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Anti-inflammatory, calming, can create feelings of joy and happiness |
| Sweet Orange |
X |
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Calming |
| Tarragon |
X |
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Neuromuscular antispasmodic, anti-viral, anti-allergenic. DO NOT USE IN PREGNANCY |
| Thyme |
X |
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|
A powerful germicide |
| Turmeric |
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|
X |
Ancient Aryuvedic approach to easing arthritis and joint pain, soothes aches, Used by women in India to make their skin glow |
| Vetiver |
X |
|
|
Helps oily skin |
| Violet Leaf Absolute |
X |
|
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Herbal, green scent. Good for acne, excema, and refining pores |
| Vitamin E |
|
|
X |
A natural preservative for oil |
| Wheat Germ Oil |
|
X |
|
A natural anti oxidant, vitamin rich – it has high levels of vitamin E plus carotene and vegetable lecithin which nourishes skin cells and hinders moisture loss. It is especially good for dry skin, helps healing, and reduces scarring from wounds and acne. |
| Whole Milk, Organic |
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|
X |
Nourishing, moisturizing |
| Willow Bark |
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|
X |
Analgesic, relieves pain |
| Wintergreen |
X |
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Antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory; good for any muscular pain. SOME PEPLE ARE SENSITIVE TO THIS OIL |
