THE GLOSSARY

Citrus bergamia

Cold pressed from the rinds of the citrus plants. It has been used in Italy for years to help with symptoms of stress and for its skin soothing properties. It is both uplifting and calming, helping soothe anxiety and sad feelings. It is also an antioxidant. It helps to promote overall balance of the mind, body and spirit.

Black Pepper is known for its potential to improve digestion by stimulating the secretion of digestive juices. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can help towards reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the body. It is invigorating and stimulating enhancing alertness and mental clarity.

Picea Mariana

The spruce tree is known as the “tree of birth”. It has scented evergreen needles which resemble resilience and strength. The Lakota Indians in northern America used it for healing wounds and relieving achy muscles. It is relaxing, calming and helps to reduce a stressful mind.

Eucalyptus Radiata

Eucalyptus radiata has many health benefits ranging from anti-inflammatory, anti-septic to anti-spasmodic and decongestant. It helps to refresh and energise the body. It helps with mental exhaustion through boosting the circulation to the brain. It helps to soothe muscle and joint pains, helps to relieve head tension, colds and coughs.

Boswelia serrata

Frankincense is the “king of all the oils”. Its medicinal properties have been used for centuries dating back to the ancient Egyptians. It has antibacterial, antiseptic and antioxidant properties. It helps to protect the skin from free radicals and prevents further damage. Aromatically it is good for calming the nervous system. It also has anti-inflammatory properties and is good for focusing the mind.

Pelargonium graveolens

Geranium has a big role in hormone balancing by acting as a tonic for the adrenal cortex which regulates hormone levels in whichever stage of life you are at. It can boost oestrogen levels in menopausal women as well as peri-menopausal women and can help with symptoms of premenstrual tension. It has anti-depressant effects which help to calm and balance the mind.

Citrus paradisi peel oil

Grapefruit is also known as the “forbidden fruit” in Barbados. It is uplifting, energising and vibrant. It helps to lift the mood, increases motivation and can improve skin blemishes. Aromatically it helps give a boost of alertness.

Citrus reticulata peel oil

Green Mandarin essential oil is pressed from the unripened fruit. It helps to soothe the nervous system and support healthy digestion. It contains limonene, which is renowned for its surface cleansing properties. It has a high content of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants which helps promote the growth of new skin cells and tissues.

Lavandula angustifolia Oil

Lavender oil has been used and cherished for centuries for its unmistakable aroma and myriad benefits. It is calming and relaxing when applied topically or inhaled. Lavender oil is frequently used to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections. It has anti fungal, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antimicrobial properties which make it great for healing burns, minor wounds and rashes. It helps with anxiety and insomnia.

Cymbopogon Flexuosus oil

Lemongrass essential oil is used widely in traditional Indian Ayurvedic medicine. It helps to promote healthy digestion. It is used as an analgesic, antifungal, antiseptic and has a purifying and toning effect to the skin. It has a strong, herbaceous aroma that can heighten awareness and promote a positive outlook.

Litsea cubeba,

May Chang has a sweet and soothing, lemony-fresh scent. Traditionally used in Chinese medicine for pain and digestive issues. It helps to promote a relaxing and cheerful atmosphere. It has a balancing effect on sebum production and helps to tone the epidermis layer of the skin.

Cymbopogon martinii

Palmarosa essential oil has a slightly sweet aroma with floral notes. It has a high percentage of geraniol, which makes it similar to Rose essential oil. This geraniol may help to support clean, healthy-looking skin as well as balance moisture levels in the skin. Rich in nutrients and moisture, it can penetrate deep within the tissues to replenish skin cells. It helps to relaxes muscles and nerves, lifts the mood, extinguishes fatigue and reduces nervous tension.

Mentha piperita oil

Peppermint oil is fantastic for digestive issues as well as promoting a healthy respiratory system. its fresh minty scent is uplifting and helps to replenish you after a morning rowing or long day at work. It helps to improve mental function so can be used as part of your morning ritual in the shower. Peppermint is also a good analgesic and helps to relieve head tension

Rosmarinus officinalis leaf oil

Rosemary oils has many medicinal uses. It can help to reduce stress levels, nervous tension, it boosts mental activity, encourages clarity and insight, relieves fatigue, and supports the respiratory system . It helps to increase the retention of information through promotion of brain function, cognition, and recall.