Almond Essential Oil, 16 oz: W

$7.64

Description: Obtaining soft, glowing, beautiful skin has never been easier. Almond oil, a natural vegetable-derived extract that dates back to ancient times, nourishes and revives the skin without clogging pores.NOW Foods Almond Oil is easily absorbed and works wonderfully as both a face and body moisturizer. After washing your face, simply massage 3-5 drops of NOW Almond Oil onto your face, playing close attention to the areas around the eyes, for skin thats naturally exquisite.The Inside Scoop: 16 oz.Ingredient Details: Almond OilSuggested Use: Use as a cosmetic oil or cosmetic ingredient for softening and moisturizing. This 100% pure oil is also excellent as a salad and culinary oil This sweet almond oil is odorless and is derived from pressed almonds. Excellent in promoting the natural beauty.

Amyris Essential Oil ½ oz: K

$5.93

Amyris is also known as West Indian sandalwood, although unrelated to the true Indian sandalwood. It has a woody, slightly sweet, balsamic aroma, suggestive of sandalwood. Amyris is used as a fragrance fixative - it slows the evaporation and dissipation of the fragrance it is added to. It can also be used as a component of soap fragrances. It blends well with lavandin, citronella, cedarwood, jasmine and rose scents. Aromatherapy benefits: strengthening, restorative, centering. Essential, absolute and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. The plants used to produce these oils are grown on certified organic fields and are third-party certified by Quality Assurance International; no synthetic chemicals are used in growing or processing them. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Essential oils and absolutes are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added.

Banana Manna Plant Essential Oil Stimulant 1 gallon: HY

$52.65

BANANA MANA Plant material flavor enhancer. 1 gallon. (Picture shows quart size.)

Basil Sweet French Essential Oil 1/3 fl oz: C

$4.63

Sweet Basil - There are many types of basil: linalool basil, exotic basil and sweet basil. The odor of the linalool type is very green, floral-sweet and is most often used in expensive perfumes. The exotic type of basil is stronger with a hint of camphor. Trinity's sweet basil type combines both qualities in a floral-spicy aroma with a lasting herbal sweetness. Clary sage, bergamot and lime oil work well with basil oil. Aromatherapy benefits: clarifying, uplifting, energizing, refreshing. Although Basil usually stimulates, in excess it can have a stupefying effect. It should not be used during pregnancy or on children under 16 years. Basil can irritate a sensitive skin and must be avoided during pregnancy. Basil oil is a good tonic for the treatment of nervous disorders and stress related headaches, migraines and allergies. It has a beneficial action on the respiratory tract; it is often used for asthma, bronchitis and sinus infections. Basil is also effective in the case of constipation, nausea, vomiting and cramp, and also with menstrual problems. It helps to minimize uric acid in the blood, thus relieving gout. It refreshes the skin and helps control acne. Basil oil is a very beneficial oil and can be helpful not only for headaches and migraines, but also has an uplifting effect on depression. It is effective in digestive disorders, ranging from nausea to hiccups and for infections in the respiratory tract. It is useful for wasp and insect bites, particularly that of mosquitoes. In vapor therapy Basil oil can be used for migraines, headaches and concentration. Basil oil in a warm bath could help relieve gout and muscular as well menstrual pains. Basil oil goes particularly well with oils such as: Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cedarwood, Fennel, Ginger, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Neroli and Verbena. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and undiluted. The distillation process occurs either at the site where the plants are grown or at a distillery. Each oil is tested for purity and strength using the gas chromatography method. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid. The larger items are in amber glass or PET gallon containers, depending on the product. Starwests pure essential oils are suitable for use in aromatherapy, cosmetic preparation, healing and body care, potpourris and more. Essential oils are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in con

Bay Essential Oil 1/3 fl oz: C

$6.72

Bay oil is distilled from the leaves and small twigs of the bay rum tree. It has a powerful, spicy, sweet aroma with a distinctive clove note. It is used to produce bay rum fragrance and as a component of fresh, spicy scents. Aromatherapy benefits: clarifying, warming. Bay oil has a high eugenol content and may irritate the skin and mucus membranes, so use with caution. Pregnant women should avoid it. Bay oil can be used in the treatment of rheumatism, neuralgia, muscular pain, circulation problems, colds, flu, dental infection, and diarrhea and skin infections. The benefit of Bay oil lies in its calming and warming effect on emotions and general aches and pains, including rheumatic pains. It also settles the digestive system and acts as a tonic on the liver and kidneys. Bay essential oil is also helpful with hair and scalp conditions. In vapor therapy Bay oil can be used for an infection, for fever and general aches and pains. As a blended massage oil or diluted in the bath, Bay oil can assist with calming emotions and relieving aches and pains, especially when combined with Rose and Juniper. Bay oil blends well with other oils including: Cedarwood, Coriander, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Ginger, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Rose, Rosemary, Thyme and Ylang Ylang. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and undiluted. The distillation process occurs either at the site where the plants are grown or at a distillery. Each oil is tested for purity and strength using the gas chromatography method. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid. The larger items are in amber glass or PET gallon containers, depending on the product. Starwests pure essential oils are suitable for use in aromatherapy, cosmetic preparation, healing and body care, potpourris and more. Essential oils are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference.

Bergamot Bergaptene-Free Essential Oil ½ oz: K

$12.86

From an uncommon citrus fruit. Bergamot oil is cold-pressed from the peel of the nearly ripe fruit. The aroma of bergamot oil is fresh, lively, fruity and sweet. It is an excellent deodorizer or room spray. It contains a constituent called bergaptene that increases the skin's sensitivity to sunlight. Bergamot BF means 'bergaptene free.' Most of the sensitizing bergaptene constituent has been distilled out of this product but traces may still remain. There is still potential for reaction in sensitive individuals, however. Common sense dictates that one avoid using bergamot and bergamot BF on the skin when there is a possibility of exposure to sunlight. Aromatherapy benefits: uplifting, inspiring, confidence-building. Essential, absolute and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. The plants used to produce these oils are grown on certified organic fields and are third-party certified by Quality Assurance International; no synthetic chemicals are used in growing or processing them. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Essential oils and absolutes are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added.

Blue Cypress Essential Oil 1/2 fl oz: K

$23.39

Product Notes: Color: Clear, deep-cobalt blue Viscosity: Slightly viscous Top Note: Sweet-woody, fragrant Middle Note: Sweet-floral, woody with spicy-clove undertone Dry Note: Lingering faint woody, sweet and fragrant Aromatherapy Actions: Calming, reassuring Safety Data: Non-toxic, mildly-irritant, moderate-sensitizing, mild eye-irritant. Regulatory Status: None Origin: Australia Sourcing Notes: Aura Cacia's blue cypress essential oil is sourced from North Queensland, Australia. The wood and bark of the Callitris intratropica tree is steam distilled to produce this beautiful blue oil. Processing Notes: Essential oil is obtained by steam distillation of the wood.

Bodycalm Essential Oil Blend 1/3 fl oz: C

$7.39

Pure Lavender Flower, Geranium, Clary Sage and Rosewood essential oils. A regulating and harmonizing blend that eases emotional imbalances, mood swings and stress. May assist women with female lifecyde and hormonal imbalances. When combining certain essential oils in a way that amplifies their power, the result is a synergistic therapeutic blend. Aromatherapy is creating blends for improving ones emotional and physical well-being. Starwests eight synergistic Essential Oil Blends are specially formulated for specific therapeutic purposes, which are reflected in their names. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid.

Breathefree Essential Oil Blend 1/3 fl oz: C

$5.90

Pure Eucalyptus Globulus, Lavender Flower, Spruce, White Camphor and Cedarwood Virginiana essential oils. A nourishing blend for the respiratory system. Nurtures and strengthens the lungs, throat and sinuses by opening, dearing and soothing the tissues and membranes. When combining certain essential oils in a way that amplifies their power, the result is a synergistic therapeutic blend. Aromatherapy is creating blends for improving ones emotional and physical well-being. Starwests eight synergistic Essential Oil Blends are specially formulated for specific therapeutic purposes, which are reflected in their names. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid.

Cardamom Essential Oil 1/3 fl oz: C

$9.03

The oil has a spicy, camphor-like aroma with floral undertones. It imparts a warm note to masculine scents and floral perfumes. It blends well with bergamot, frankincense, ylang ylang, cedarwood and coriander. Aromatherapy benefits: warming, comforting, alluring. Cardamom is a popular spice worldwide. In Europe, it is used in Dutch windmill biscuits and Scandinavian-style cakes and pastries, and in the liqueur akvavit. Other uses are: in pickles, especially pickled herring; in punches and mulled wines; occasionally with meat, poultry and shellfish. It flavours custards, and some Russian liqueurs. In India, it features in curries, is essential in pilaus (rice dishes) and gives character to pulse dishes. Cardamom is often included in Indian sweet dishes and drinks. Cardamom is also chewed like nuts, as a breath and tooth cleaner. It is a flavouring for Arab and Turkish coffee. Chinese use powdered cardamom sprinkled on cooked cereal to correct gluten intolerance in children. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Cardamom for 'Dyspepsia. Average daily dosage: 1.5 g of drug; equivalent preparations. Tincture (according to Erg. B. 6): Daily dosage: 1 - 2 g. Mode of Administration: Ground seeds, as well as galenical preparations thereof for internal use. Actions: Cholagogue; Virustatic.' Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal': 'The seeds are helpful in indigestion and flatulence, giving a grateful but not fiery warmth. When chewed singly in the mouth the flavour is not unpleasant, and they are said to be good for colic and disorders of the head. In flavouring they are combined with oils of Orange, Cinnamon, Cloves, and Caraway.' Cardamom oil is non-toxic and non-irritant as well as non-sensitizing. Cardamom is particularly helpful for the digestive system. It works as a laxative and soothes colic, wind, dyspepsia and nausea, even pregnancy nausea. It warms the stomach and helps with heartburn. When feeling weak and mentally fatigued, Cardamom oil can help with its refreshing and uplifting effect. Cardamom oil's expectorant properties help clear coughs. It is a well-known remedy for impotence and low sexual response. Cardamom oil is most beneficial to the digestive system, but can also help with the treatment of coughs, and a general feeling of not feeling that well. In vapor therapy Cardamom oil can be useful for the digestive system, for coughs and fatigue. As a massage oil or diluted in the bath, Cardamom oil can assist with: digestive system, coughs and a general tonic. It is an excellent bath oil, leaving you feeling refreshed and stimulated. Cardamom oil blends well with: Rose, Orange, Bergamot, Cinnamon, Cloves, Caraway and Cedarwood. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, ta

Carrot Seed Essential Oil 1/3 fl oz: C

$16.13

This oil is distilled from the seed of the common carrot. Its aroma is dry-woody, somewhat sweet and earthy. In perfumery, carrot seed oil is appreciated for the interesting fatty-woody note it lends to Oriental, fantasy, and nature-type perfumes. It is an excellent addition to skin care oils. Aromatherapy benefits: replenishing, nourishing, restoring. Although it is regarded to be a safe oil, it should be avoided during pregnancy. Carrot seed oil has a detoxifying effect on the liver and cleans the digestive system and the body as a whole. It is helpful for arthritis, gout, edema, rheumatism and the accumulation of toxins in muscles and joints. Carrot seed strengthens the mucus membranes in the nose, throat and lungs, thus has a beneficial effect on problems such as bronchitis and influenza. It releases fluid retention and can be beneficial in cases of anorexia. Carrot seed oil revitalizes and tones the skin, and helps in cases of dermatitis, eczema and rashes. Carrot seed oil's greatest benefit lays in its purifying effect on the liver and the digestive system. It helps in the treatment of muscular aches and pains, skin problems and respiratory ailments. Carrot seed oil can be used in vapor therapy for: the liver, the digestive and respiratory systems, for muscle pains. As a blended oil or diluted in the bath, Carrot seed oil can assist with: muscle pains and respiratory tract. Carrot seed oil blends well with other oil that includes: Bergamot, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lime, Cedarwood, Geranium, Citrus and spicy oils. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and undiluted. The distillation process occurs either at the site where the plants are grown or at a distillery. Each oil is tested for purity and strength using the gas chromatography method. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid. The larger items are in amber glass or PET gallon containers, depending on the product. Starwests pure essential oils are suitable for use in aromatherapy, cosmetic preparation, healing and body care, potpourris and more. Essential oils are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference.

Cedar, Atlas Organic Essential Oil 1/3 oz: K

$6.70

Atlas Cedar - Warm, rich, sweet, woody scent. Considered to be the best cedar available; provides richness and stability in perfumes and aromatherapy blends. The Atlas cedar grows in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco and Algeria. It is a true cedar, not like the red cedar of the United States, which is actually a species of juniper. The aroma of Atlas cedar is woody, oily and slightly animal-like. The tree is closely related to the famous centuries-old biblical cedars of Lebanon now protected from further destruction by law. Atlas cedar is used for its aroma and fixative powers in soaps and perfumes. It blends well with woody, floral fragrances. Aromatherapy benefits: stabilizing, centering, strengthening, meditative. Essential, absolute and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. The plants used to produce these oils are grown on certified organic fields and are third-party certified by Quality Assurance International; no synthetic chemicals are used in growing or processing them. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Essential oils and absolutes are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added.

Cedarleaf Essential Oil 1/3 fl oz: C

$3.80

Cedarleaf oil from the Northern White Cedar has a beautiful, woody balsam aroma. The aroma is strong and direct. It can be used as an aromatic oil to freshen up closets, mop floors or can be added to homemade furniture polish. Cedarleaf is an effective insect repellent, and it can be dotted onto clothing when going into the woods. Cedarleaf is a useful oil for aromatic and potpourri blends. Do not ingest or use in skin care blends. Cedarleaf oil is obtained by steam distillation of fresh cedar leaves. Cedar leaves steaming to fight the common cold is traditional in North America medicine. Also used as purifying incense. Dermatologists use it for warts removal. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and undiluted. The distillation process occurs either at the site where the plants are grown or at a distillery. Each oil is tested for purity and strength using the gas chromatography method. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid. The larger items are in amber glass or PET gallon containers, depending on the product. Starwests pure essential oils are suitable for use in aromatherapy, cosmetic preparation, healing and body care, potpourris and more. Essential oils are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference.

Cinnamon (Cassia) Bark Essential Oil ½ oz: K

$6.74

The distinct, spicy aroma of cinnamon bark. Cassia, or Chinese cinnamon, is the spice sold as cinnamon in the United States. Ceylon cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum- see entry below under Cinnamon Bark) is considered the true cinnamon in most of the rest of the world. The two are similar in taste, though Ceylon cinnamon has a sweeter, more delicate flavor. The oils of both contain cinnamic aldehyde as the major component, with cassia having the larger amount. Caution: Cassia oil is very irritating to the skin and should be handled with care. Aromatherapy benefits: comforting, energizing, warming. Essential, absolute and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. The plants used to produce these oils are grown on certified organic fields and are third-party certified by Quality Assurance International; no synthetic chemicals are used in growing or processing them. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Essential oils and absolutes are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added.

Clary Sage Essential Oil 1/3 fl oz: C

$4.32

A herbaceous scent that soothes, relaxes and warms. Contains a hormone-like compound similar to estrogen that regulates hormonal balance. Can be massaged on muscles and abdomen before and during menstruation. Induces feeling of well-being. Can provoke dramatic and colourful dreams. Helpful with oily hair and skin, dandruff and treating wrinkles. Sensual properties. It blends well with cedarwood, citrus oils, lavender and lavandin. Aromatherapy benefits: balancing, calming, toning. Clary sage oil is distilled from the flowering tops and the herb. It has a spicy, hay-like aroma. It has been called ''clear eye'' and was used for healing eye problems in times past. Some traditional uses: relieving stress and tension, lifting melancholy, easing pain, restful sleep, as an aphrodisiac; contains estrogen-like hormone, for menopause and PMS, relieving nervous exhaustion. Clary Sage should be avoided during pregnancy, or if you have endometriosis, breast, ovarian and uterine cysts and other estrogen dependant conditions (cancers). Clary sage can be very relaxing and should be avoided when consuming alcohol, since it could exaggerate the effects of alcohol. It is non-toxic, non-sensitizing but can in large doses generate a headache and must be avoided during pregnancy. Clary sage can be calming to the nervous system, particularly in cases of depression, stress and insomnia. It is a good tonic for the womb and female functions in general, such as painful periods, scanty menstruation and relaxation during labor, thus encouraging a less painful birth. It is good for muscle pains, digestive disorders, kidney diseases and the cooling of inflammation of the skin. Clary sage oil's greatest benefit lays in its calming and sedating influence on the nerves, emotions, female functions, kidneys and digestive system. It also helps with skin conditions like acne, boils and ulcers and cools painful muscles and joints. In vapor therapy Clary sage oil can be used for nervous tension, stress, depression, anxiety, insomnia and menopause. Clary sage can be used in blended massage oil or diluted in the bath to assist with; muscle pains, frigidity, depression, anxiety, menstrual problems, PMS, stress, nervous tension, insomnia, cramps and addiction. Used in a base cream, Clary sage can be beneficial for skin problems, back pain and a stiff neck as well as for body odors, PMS, skin problems and cramps. Clary sage blends particularly well with Juniper, Lavender, Pine, Geranium, Sandalwood, Jasmine, Frankincense and Citrus oils. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the p

Clove Bud Essential Oil 1 2/3 fl oz: C

$10.98

Clove bud oil has a powerful, spicy-fruity, warm, sweet aroma. It is used in mouthwash, toothpaste, chewing gum and dental preparations. Clove oil is highly irritating to the skin and should be handled with caution. Aromatherapy benefits: warming, comforting. Clove oil is very potent oil and should be used with care. Do not use in massaging or in baths, it may irritate the skin. It must be avoided during pregnancy. Clove oil (even the fine oil extracted from the bud, rather than the leaves and twigs) can cause dermatitis and irritate the skin and mucus membranes. Clove leaf oil can be used for acne bruises, burns and cuts, keeping infection at bay. As a pain reliever it helps with toothache, mouth sores, rheumatism and arthritis. It is beneficial to the digestive system, effective against vomiting, diarrhea, flatulence, spasms and parasites, as well as bad breath. Clove oil is valuable at relieving respiratory problems, like bronchitis, asthma and tuberculosis. Their disinfecting property is useful in cases of infectious diseases. Placing a few drops of clove oil on a cotton ball and then placing the cotton ball in a linen cupboard will not only fragrance the cupboard, but may help to keep fish moths at bay. Clove oil is useful for its disinfecting properties, the relieving of pain, especially toothache, arthritis and rheumatism, and its effectiveness on the digestion system. It also has value for skin problems and as an insect repellent. In vapor therapy Clove oil can be useful for bronchitis and dizziness Clove oil can be used in a blended massage oil to assist with diarrhea, bronchitis, chills, colds, muscular numbness, spasms, rheumatism and arthritis. For toothache the outer jaw can be massage. Use a low dilution of less than 1%. Clove oil can be used distilled as a mouthwash for toothache. Clove oil blends well with: Basil, Benzoin, Cinnamon, Lavender, Ginger, Sandalwood and Clary Sage. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and undiluted. The distillation process occurs either at the site where the plants are grown or at a distillery. Each oil is tested for purity and strength using the gas chromatography method. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid. The larger items are in amber glass or PET gallon containers, depending on the product. Starwests pure essential oils are suitable for use in aromatherapy, cosmetic preparation, healing and body care, potpourris and mo

Coriander Seed Essential Oil 1/3 fl oz: C

$4.55

Coriander oil has a delightful fragrance: spicy, aromatic, pleasantly sweet, not unlike bergamot orange. It blends well with clary sage, bergamot, cinnamon bark, jasmine and frankincense for use in spicy, masculine perfumes or light, floral colognes. Aromatherapy benefits: nurturing, supportive. Also called Cilantro. Native to the Mediterranean and Middle East regions, the herb is cultivated in Europe, Morocco, and the United States. Corianders delicate young leaves are widely used to flavour salads, sausages, curries, pastries, liqueurs, and confectionery. Records of the use of Coriander date to 5000 BC. The Romans used the 'seeds, ' actually the fruit, to flavour bread. Coriander seed is a traditional spice basic to innumerable recipes. Coriander is elemental to curry powder, Indian masalas, Ethiopian berebere, and much Latin American cuisine. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Coriander seed for 'Dyspeptic complaints, loss of appetite.' Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal': 'Stimulant, aromatic and carminative. The powdered fruit, fluid extract and oil are chiefly used medicinally as flavouring to disguise the taste of active purgatives and correct their griping tendencies. It is an ingredient of the following compound preparations of the Pharmacopceia: confection, syrup and tincture of senna, and tincture and syrup of Rhubarb, and enters also into compounds with angelica gentian, jalap, quassia and lavender. As a corrigent to senna, it is considered superior to other aromatics.' 'If used too freely the seeds become narcotic.' 'Coriander water was formerly much esteemed as a carminative for windy colic.' No contra-indications are known, but it is said to be stupefying in large doses. Coriander oil can be useful to refresh and to uplift the mind. It can help for mental fatigue, migraine, tension and nervous weakness. It gives a warm effect on the stomach and can relieve wind and cramps. Coriander oil's warming effect is also helpful for alleviating pain such as rheumatism, arthritis and muscle spasms and useful with colds and flu. In vapor therapy or diluted in the bath, Coriander oil can assist with: digestive and muscle pains. As a blended massage oil Coriander oil can help with: tension, mental fatigue, migraine, muscle pains and digestive problems. Coriander oil blends particularly well with: Bergamot, Cinnamon, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lemon, Neroli and Orange. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and

Cypress Essential Oil 1/3 fl oz: C

$6.42

The oil has a refreshing, spicy, juniper and pine needle-like aroma and is often used as a modifier in pine fragrances. It blends well with lavender, clary sage, citrus and Angelica. Aromatherapy benefits: purifying, balancing. The oil is considered non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing but is best to avoid during pregnancy and is best to do a skin patch test before using it a massage blend. Cypress oil has a calming and soothing effect on the irritable, angry and stressed-out person. It has a valuable effect as a vasoconstrictor on varicose veins and hemorrhoids. Cypress oil is beneficial in conditions of excess fluid, such as bleeding, nosebleeds, heavy menstruation, heavy perspiration, hemorrhages and fluid retention. Its antispasmodic action is very useful for asthma, whooping cough, bronchitis, emphysema and influenza. Cypress oil soothes muscular cramps, arthritis and rheumatism; it is also beneficial to oily skin and wounds. Cypress oil has a calming and soothing effect on the nerves, is valuable as a vasoconstrictor, useful in the treatment of excessive discharge of fluids and beneficial for the respiratory tract. Cypress oil is useful in vapor therapy for the following: asthma, emphysema, whooping cough and bronchitis. Cypress oil can be used as a massage oil or diluted in the bath for: arthritis, asthma, cellulite, cramps, diarrhea, sweaty feet, rheumatism, heavy menstruation and menopause. Used with a carrier oil, gently rub for relief of: arthritis, asthma, cellulite, cough, cramps and varicose veins. In a cream base Cypress oil can be used for broken veins on the skin, as well as a greasy skin. Used diluted on a cold compress, Cypress oil is very good for a nosebleed. Cypress oil blends particularly well with: Bergamot, Clary sage, Lavender, Juniper, Pine, Marjoram, Sandalwood, Rosemary, Frankincense and all the citrus oils. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and undiluted. The distillation process occurs either at the site where the plants are grown or at a distillery. Each oil is tested for purity and strength using the gas chromatography method. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid. The larger items are in amber glass or PET gallon containers, depending on the product. Starwests pure essential oils are suitable for use in aromatherapy, cosmetic preparation, healing and body care, potpourris and more. Essential oils are very potent and should always

Dill Weed Essential Oil 1/3 fl oz: C

$3.96

Dill has a grass-like smell and is pale yellow in color. It is watery in viscosity. Dill essential oil is extracted by steam distillation mainly from the seeds, or the whole herb, fresh or partly dried. Native to Mediterranean countries and southeastern Europe, dill is now widely cultivated in Europe, India, and North America. The entire plant is aromatic, and the small stems and immature umbels are used for flavouring soups, salads, sauces, fish, sandwich fillings, and particularly pickles. Dill has a warm, slightly sharp flavour somewhat reminiscent of caraway. The whole seeds and the seed oil have carminative properties and have been used in treating flatulent colic. Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal': 'The leaves added to fish, or mixed with pickled cucumbers give them a spicy taste.' 'Dill vinegar, however, forms a popular household condiment. It is made by soaking the seeds in vinegar for a few days before using.' ''The French use Dill seeds for flavouring cakes and pastry, as well as for flavouring sauces.' 'Perhaps the chief culinary use of Dill seeds is in pickling cucumbers: they are employed in this way chiefly in Germany where pickled cucumbers are largely eaten.' 'Medicinal Action and Uses: Like the other umbelliferous fruits and volatile oils, both Dill fruit and oil of Dill possess stimulant, aromatic, carminative and stomachic properties, making them of considerable medicinal value.' 'Oil of Dill is used in mixtures, or administered in doses of 5 drops on sugar, but its most common use is in the preparation of Dill Water, which is a common domestic remedy for the flatulence of infants, and is a useful vehicle for children's medicine generally.' King's 1898 Dispensatory: 'Carminative and stomachic, and used in the preparation of dill-water. The natives of India use the fruit largely in medicine and cookery. Flatulent colic and singultus, when due to disordered digestion, are relieved by the administration of dill-water or the oil of dill; the former in 1 or 2-drachm doses, the latter in from 2 to 5-drop doses on sugar. It possesses no advantages over the other aromatic seeds.' 'The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Dill seed for 'Dyspepsia.' Dill oil is considered as non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing but should be avoided during pregnancy. Gripe water made of Dill is often given to babies and children for colic or other digestive disorders. The oil being too powerful should not be used on babies. It is also helpful for digestive problems in adults, easing flatulence, constipation and hiccups. Dill eases the mind, calms headaches and helps with excess sweating due to nervous tension. It can stimulate milk flow in nursing mothers. Dill calms and soothes the nerves and is helpful for digestive problems in children and adults. Dill essential oil can be used in vapor therapy for nervous tension

Lemon Balm Leaf Extract (Melissa officinalis) 2 fl oz: HH

$19.26

Lemon balm is used in herbal teas, both for its flavor and its mild sedative properties. It is also used as a strong decoction, extract, tincture and skin lotion. The lemon-scented leavs are a potpourri favorite. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs Lemon Balm Leaf for 'Nervous sleeping disorders. Functional gastrointestinal complaints.' 'Dosage: Unless otherwise prescribed: Several times daily, 1.5 - 4.5 g of herb per cup of tea, as needed. Mode of Administration: Comminuted herb, herb powder, fluid - extracts or dry extracts for teas and other galenical preparations. Ground herb and its preparations for oral use. Note: Combinations with other sedative and/or carminative herbs may be beneficial.' 'Actions: Sedative; Carminative.' Upset stomach and blue mood? Lemon balm may be just the thing. The tea is also recommended for menstrual cramps. It can also relieve chronic bronchial catarrh, and some forms of asthma. It is a key ingredient in certain perfumes and cosmetics. The terpenes, part of the pleasant smelling essential oil from lemon balm, produce this herb's relaxing and gas-relieving effects. Lemon balm lotion has demonstrated antiviral activity, and is useful as a topical herpes treatment. Lab studies indicate that Lemon balm prevents an overactive thyroid from hypersecretion of thyroid-stimulating hormone, thus preventing hyperthyroidism. This is an area of continuing research. Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal': 'Carminative, diaphoretic and febrifuge. It induces a mild perspiration and makes a pleasant and cooling tea for feverish patients in cases of catarrh and influenza. To make the tea, pour 1 pint of boiling water upon 1 oz. of herb, infuse 15 minutes, allow to cool, then strain and drink freely. If sugar and a little lemonpeel or juice be added it makes a refreshing summer drink.' 'Balm is a useful herb, either alone or in combination with others. It is excellent in colds attended with fever, as it promotes perspiration.' 'John Hussey, of Sydenham, who lived to the age of 116, breakfasted for fifty years on Balm tea sweetened with honey, and herb teas were the usual breakfasts of Llewelyn Prince of Glamorgan, who died in his 108th year. Carmelite water, of which Balm was the chief ingredient, was drunk daily by the Emperor Charles V.' 'Commercial oil of Balm is not a pure distillate, but is probably oil of Lemon distilled over Balm. The oil is used in perfumery.' 'Balm is frequently used as one of the ingredients of pot-pourri. Mrs. Bardswell, in The Herb Garden, mentions Balm as one of the bushy herbs that are invaluable for the permanence of their leaf-odours, which, 'though ready when sought, do not force themselves upon us, but have to be coaxed out by touching, bruising or pressing. Balm with its delicious lemon scent, is by common consent one of the most sweetly smelling of all the herbs in the garden.

True Tamanu Oil, 1 oz: W

$22.05

Description: Skin healing properties *Promotes soft, smooth glowing skin* First Aid * Deep penetrating topical ointment *A beneficial, rapid penetration oil for blemishes, wrinkles, scars, stretch marks, dry and scaly skin*Direct From Paradise The South Pacific Republic of Vanuatu is the home of a botanical treasure known as the tamanu tree. Traditionally, natives hand-gathered the fruit of only the coastal tamanu trees, for those fruits yielded the highest quality of oil. Following traditional practice, to make True Tamanu, the nuts inside the coastal fruits are hand-cracked, and the nut kernels are sun-dried until golden brown. The nut kernels are cold-pressed, without heat or chemicals of any kind. The resulting pure True Tamanu oil is rich, dark green, luxurious and considered the finest tamanu oil in the world.Nature's Miracle Skin Oil As early as 1918, French researchers investigated the unique topical benefits of tamanu oil. Traditionally, the oil has been used by Pacific islanders on cuts, sores, burns, blemishes, rashes, bites and stings. The oil of tamanu contains three basic classes of lipids: neutral lipids, glycolipids, and phospholipids. The oil also contains a unique fatty acid called calophyllic acid. Its lush scent and rapid penetration leave your skin radiant, glowing, soft and oil-free.The Inside Scoop: Tropical Topical Skin RescueIngredient Details: 1/2 ounce size 100% TrueTamanu Oil, 1 ounce size50% Tamanu Oil / 50% organic cold-pressed Oleificio Tradizionale olive oil.Suggested Use: Apply to any and all sensitive skin areas as needed. True Tamanu penetrates quickly and provides soothing comfort.Warnings: * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to daignose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.As with any therapeutic treatment, you should advise your healthcare practitioner of the use of this product. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Lavender Flower Essential Oil 1 2/3 fl oz: C

$14.19

Lavender oil is used in baths, room sprays, toilet waters, perfumes, colognes, massage oils, sachets, salves, skin lotions and oils. It has a sweet, balsamic, floral aroma which combines well with many oils including citrus, clove, patchouli, rosemary, clary sage and pine. Aromatherapy benefits: balancing, soothing, normalizing, calming, relaxing, healing. Some traditional uses: balancing emotions, relieving stress, tension and headache, to promote restful sleep, heal the skin, to lower high blood pressure, help breathing, for disinfecting. Although lavender is considered one of the safest essential oils, you should discontinue use if you have any allergic reactions. The therapeutic properties of Lavender oil include: Antiseptic, analgesic, anti-convulsant, anti-depressant, anti-rheumatic, anti-toxic, anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory, emmenagogue, anti-toxic, carminative, deodorant, diuretic, nervine, restorative, sedative, insecticide and tonic. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends Lavender flower for 'Internal: Mood disturbances such as restlessness or insomnia, functional abdominal complaints (nervous stomach irritations, Roehmheld syndrome, meteorism, nervous intestinal discomfort). For balneotherapy [Bath]: Treatment of functional circulatory disorders.' As Grieve puts it, of Lavender's household uses, 'Dried Lavender flowers are still greatly used to perfume linen, their powerful, aromatic odour acting also as a preventative to the attacks of moths and other insects. In America, they find very considerable employment for disinfecting hotrooms and keeping away flies and mosquitoes, who do not like the scent. Oil of Lavender, on cotton-wool, tied in a little bag or in a perforated ball hung in the room, is said to keep it free from all flies.' 'Not only are insects averse to the smell of Lavender, so that oil of Lavender rubbed on the skin will prevent midge and mosquito bites, but it is said on good authority that the lions and tigers in our Zoological Gardens are powerfully affected by the scent of Lavender Water, and will become docile under its influence.' Lavender is an effective herb for headaches, especially when they are related to stress. Grieve's classic 'A Modern Herbal': 'Lavender was used in earlier days as a condiment and for flavouring dishes 'to comfort the stomach.' Gerard speaks of Conserves of Lavender being served at table.' 'It has aromatic, carminative and nervine properties. Though largely used in perfumery, it is now not much employed internally, except as a flavouring agent, occurring occasionally in pharmacy to cover disagreeable odours in ointments and other compounds.' 'Red Lavender lozenges are employed both as a mild stimulant and for their pleasant taste.' 'The essential oil, or a spirit of Lavender made from it, proves admirably restorative and tonic against faintness, palpitations of a nervous

Tea Tree Essential Oil Cert Organic 4 fl oz: C

$33.91

The leaf of the tea tree had a long history of use by the indigenous peoples of Australia before tea tree was 'discovered' by the crew of the famous English explorer James Cook. The aroma of the oil is warm, spicy, medicinal and volatile. It is occasionally used to scent spicy colognes and aftershaves. It blends well with lavandin, rosemary and nutmeg oils. Aromatherapy benefits: cleansing, purifying, uplifting. The Tea Tree (melaleuca alternifolia) is a member of the Myrtaceae family and is an indigenous species to Northern New South Wales, Australia. The oil is found within the cells of the leaves, and as the Tea Tree is extremely fast-growing it is a constantly renewable resource. The crushed leaves were used as a general antiseptic by the Native Australians for thousands of years. Captain James Cook and his crew used the leaves as a substitute for tea, hence the name. Unlike the dilute tea, however, the concentrated oil should be used topically, not ingested. Tea Tree oil is an effective bactericide killing a broad spectrum of bacteria and a range of stubborn fungi. It is safe for healthy tissue and does not inhibit normal cell growth and rejuvenation. Tea Tree oil is a powerful organic solvent and will actually dissolve the lumps of white blood cells which make pus. The oil contains numerous chemicals known as terpenoids. The oil kills fungus and bacteria, including those resistant to some antibiotics. A single blind study has shown topical application of 5% tea tree oil in people with acne is as helpful as benzoylperoxide and has fewer side effects. Tea tree oil contributes to an extremely effective antibacterial shampoo. A double blind study found 100% tea tree oil applied topically was as effective as the antifungal medicine clotrimazole for people with athletes foot fungus affecting the toe nails. Dilute solutions, containing no more than 5% tea tree oil, can safely be used as a very effective mouthwash. Unlike many antiseptics, Tea Tree oil kills bacteria as effectively in the real environment of the body as it does in the test tube. Its solvent nature allows it to penetrate into skin layers, even reaching inaccessible sites such as the fingernails and toenails. Tea Tree oil is usually without any contra-indications but it may cause sensitization in some people. It can help with influenza, cold sores, catarrh, glandular fever and gingivitis. Tea Tree oil could help clear bronchial congestion, asthma, coughs, sinusitis, whooping cough and tuberculosis. On the genitourinary system Tea tree oil could be effective to help clear vaginal thrush, cystitis and genital infections in general. Tea Tree oil could help clear abscesses, acne, burns, dandruff, herpes, and oily skin; also valuable for athlete's foot, cold sores, blemishes, diaper rash, warts, sunburn and infected wounds. In vapor therapy Tea Tree oil can help with: colds, measles, sinusitis and viral infections. As a blended massage oil or dil

Patchouli Essential Oil, 1 oz: W

$5.51

Description: Patchouli is a unique essential oil from India, where it is known as puchaput. It was a popular fragrance during the 1800's in Europe, and again during the 1960's in the U.S. It has a very rich aroma that is difficult to classify, and is said to grow more aromatic with the passage of time. This essential oil is 100% pure and 100% natural.Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. For external or aromatherapeutic use only. Natural essential oils are highly concentrated and should be used with care. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Sandalwood Essential Oil 1/6 fl oz: C

$39.36

Sandalwood is an important oil for depression and anxiety problems. In addition, it is a powerful urinary antiseptic. Sandalwood has been used for centuries for the treatment of various infections of the urinary tract, and as a good pulmonary antiseptic. Its sedative nature makes it a useful oil for dry, persistent coughs and is one of the best oils for chronic bronchitis. Scent Characteristics: Deep, soft, spicy, woodsy balsamic scent very nice in blends. Distillation Method: Steam distillation of the powdered roots and heartwood. Common Uses: Scent and Aromatherapy Qualities & Properties: Aids many skin ailments; may relieve cough/cold symptoms. Euphoric, meditating qualities; antidepressant; stress reducer; uplifting. Incense, perfume, bath, massage, diffuser. Warning: Not for internal use. Sandalwood oil is distilled from the heartwood. It has a woody, balsamic aroma. Sandalwood is believed to bring about calmness and serenity and is linked with incense and meditation. Some traditional uses: to lift melancholy, enhance meditation, heal the skin, help breathing, for calming and reducing stress, restful sleep, disinfecting, as an aphrodisiac. Generally Sandalwood oil is non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing. This relaxing oil could be useful for tension, depression, nervous exhaustion, chronic illness and anxiety. Sandalwood oil could be useful for chest infections, sore throats and dry coughs that accompany bronchitis and lung infections. It could alleviate cystitis and bladder infections, also helpful with sexual problems such as frigidity and impotence. The 1997 Commission E on Phytotherapy and Herbal Substances of the German Federal Institute for Drugs recommends White Sandalwood 'For adjuvant therapy of infections of the lower urinary tract.' Sandalwood oil relieves itching and inflammation of the skin, is good for scarring, dry eczema, ageing and dehydrated skin. Sandalwood oil can be helpful for the nervous system, for chest infections, for sexual problems and for skin care. In vapor therapy Sandalwood oil can be used for: aphrodisiac, bronchitis, coughs, insomnia, irritability, nervous tension, stress, tension, for relaxing and as an insect repellant. As a blended massage oil or diluted in the bath, Sandalwood oil can assist with: bladder infections, bronchitis, coughs, cystitis, eczema, insomnia, scar tissue, irritability, nervous tension, stress, tension, as an aphrodisiac and for relaxing. Sandalwood oil can be effective when diluted and used as a gargle for a sore or dry throat. When used in a lotion or cream Sandalwood oil can assist with: chapped, dry or inflamed skin. Sandalwood oil blends particularly well with Bergamot, Black pepper, Geranium, Lavender, Myrrh, Rose, Vetivert and Ylang Ylang. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor,

Tea Tree Essential Oil 100% Pure, 2 fl oz: W

$16.57

Description: Tea Tree Oil may be used for lowered immunity, colds, flu, skin infections, cold sores, warts, acne, burns, athletes foot, thrush, candida, fungal infections, viral and bacterial infections, verrucas, inflammation, shock, hysteria and glandular fever. The Inside Scoop: Desert Essence Tea Tree Oil is an essential oil grown in Australia, which has inherent antiseptic qualities. Ingredient Details: 100% pure tea tree oil (melaleuca alternifolia).Suggested Use: Add one to two drops to a moist cotton pad for application to appropriate skin areas. Do not use full strength on faceWarnings: Do not use full strength on face. Use only as directed. Avoid getting in eyes or mucous membranes. In case of serious wounds or burns consult a physician. If redness, irritation, swelling, pain or infections occur, stop use immediately and consult a physician. Keep out of reach of children. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Oregano Essential Oil 16 fl oz: C

$126.24

Oregano oil is a very potent oil with a spicy, camphor-like, fragrant aroma. The essential oil distilled from oregano contains varying amounts of thymol and carvacrol, compounds that can apparently inhibit the growth of fungi, worms, and possibly other organisms, such as Candida yeast infections. In fact, some sources even recommend rubbing a drop or two of oregano oil into an area that is itching due to athlete's foot, a common condition caused by the Tinea versicolor fungus. Mild stomach-settling and cough-clearing qualities are attributed to oregano oil; they are likely due to the presence of thymol and carvacrol as well. Oregano oil has been used as an antiseptic in hand cleansers and shampoos, and as a remedy for headaches when rubbed into the temples. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and undiluted. The distillation process occurs either at the site where the plants are grown or at a distillery. Each oil is tested for purity and strength using the gas chromatography method. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid. The larger items are in amber glass or PET gallon containers, depending on the product. Starwests pure essential oils are suitable for use in aromatherapy, cosmetic preparation, healing and body care, potpourris and more. Essential oils are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference.

Vanilla Absolute in Jojoba Oil Essential Oil .5 fl oz: K

$19.79

100% pure essential oil pre-blended with skin-nourishing jojoba oil. Use as a natural perfume to calm and comfort the mind and spirit. Dab onto dry skin to soothe and nourish. The rich, sweet fragrance is a popular scent, likely because of its association with childhood and ''comfort'' foods, such as ice cream, cookies and cake. Its aroma can, therefore, ease nervous tension, frustration and irritation, promote restful sleep and induce relaxation. Due to its ability to nourish dry, itchy skin and dull hair, vanilla oil is often added to lotion, bath oil and shampoo. The oil's primary component, vanillin, makes it a relaxing additive in aromatherapy lamps and baths. Its nostalgic scent promotes self-confidence, sensuality and restful dreams. In addition, its moisturizing property soothes dry, irritated skin. Avoid in Pregnancy (induces menstruation) and with babies and children. Calming, reduces stress; promotes a restful sleep; encourages dreaming; mood uplifting, aphrodisiac.

Oregano Essential Oil 4 fl oz: C

$40.18

Oregano oil is a very potent oil with a spicy, camphor-like, fragrant aroma. The essential oil distilled from oregano contains varying amounts of thymol and carvacrol, compounds that can apparently inhibit the growth of fungi, worms, and possibly other organisms, such as Candida yeast infections. In fact, some sources even recommend rubbing a drop or two of oregano oil into an area that is itching due to athlete's foot, a common condition caused by the Tinea versicolor fungus. Mild stomach-settling and cough-clearing qualities are attributed to oregano oil; they are likely due to the presence of thymol and carvacrol as well. Oregano oil has been used as an antiseptic in hand cleansers and shampoos, and as a remedy for headaches when rubbed into the temples. Essential and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Starwest Essential Oils are guaranteed to be 100% pure and undiluted. The distillation process occurs either at the site where the plants are grown or at a distillery. Each oil is tested for purity and strength using the gas chromatography method. Packaged in glass amber bottles to preserve the oils, the 1/3 ounce size has a fitted dropper insert and a tamper-evident, child-proof lid. The larger items are in amber glass or PET gallon containers, depending on the product. Starwests pure essential oils are suitable for use in aromatherapy, cosmetic preparation, healing and body care, potpourris and more. Essential oils are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference.

Clove Bud Essential Oil oz: K

$5.89

The best clove oil is distilled from the whole dried flower buds of the clove tree. Inferior oils are distilled from the leaves and stems and are sometimes sold as clove oil without any designation of the source. Clove bud oil has a powerful, spicy-fruity, warm, sweet aroma. It is used in mouthwash, toothpaste, chewing gum and dental preparations. Clove oil is highly irritating to the skin and should be handled with caution. Aromatherapy benefits: warming, comforting. Essential, absolute and resin oils are volatile, fragrant materials extracted from the root, bark, wood, seed, fruit, leaf or flower of a single plant. The plants used to produce these oils are grown on certified organic fields and are third-party certified by Quality Assurance International; no synthetic chemicals are used in growing or processing them. Steam distillation and cold pressing are used to extract the essential oil from the plant. Essential oils and absolutes are very potent and should always be used sparingly and in conjunction with a reliable reference. Essential oils contain the odor, taste and medicinal properties of the plant itself, but in very concentrated form, with no base oil, alcohol, water or dilutants added.

Oregano Essential Oil, 1 fl oz: W

$11.04

Description: NOW Oil of Oregano with Extra Virgin Olive Oil combines 100% pure Oregano Oil (Origanum vulgare) with Extra Virgin Olive oil to create a pre-diluted blend that is stronger than other leading brands. This product contains optimal levels of phenolic constituents, specifically carvacrol, an active component in the Origanum species. This product is 100% natural.Ingredient Details: Extra virgin olive oil and Oil of Oregano (Origanum Vulgare).Suggested Use: Natural essential oils are highly concentrated and should be used with care. Warnings: Keep out of reach of children. Not for external use. Do not use during pregnancy. Reacts strongly to ultraviolet light. Avoid contact with eyes. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Lemongrass Essential Oil 1 2/3 fl oz: C

$8.66

It has a powerful, lemony, grassy aroma -great for oily skin and hair. This sweet-scented grass is a traditional food seasoning in India, Indochina, the Congo, the Seychelles, Indonesia and Sri Lanka. Lemongrass is so basic to Thai cooking, one of the world's great cuisines, that many Thai restaurants call themselves 'Lemongrass.' Lemongrass is also known as fevergrass. It has been used for centuries to treat fever in India. It has traditionally been used to cure skin complaints and was burnt to kill germs. Its main constituent, citral, was discovered to be a strong, cleansing antiseptic, and used to deodorize clothing and footwear. Dried leaves were burned to keep the mind alert. The leaves are used to make an aromatic, antiseptic bath. Lemongrass makes a soothing aromatherapy experience by placing a mesh bag with a handful of leaves under the running bath water, then letting the bag soak in the water with you as you bathe. Very relaxing and the lemongrass oil is very good for dry skin. It is used in low-cost citrus soaps, perfumes and cleaning agents. Through its anti-bacterial action, it is good for skin complaints, sore throats and respiratory problems. Also effective against headaches. The oil will also repel insects. Lemongrass tea is a mild sedative, and can relieve congestion and coughing, and upset stomach. Some traditional uses: as an insect repellent and deodorizer, for athlete's foot, as a tissue toner, to relieve muscular pain (sports-muscle pain), increase circulation, for headaches, for nervous exhaustion and other stress related problems. Lemongrass oil can irritate a sensitive skin, so care should be taken and should be avoided in pregnancy due to it being a possible skin irritant. Lemongrass oil revitalizes the body; it relieves some of the symptoms of jetlag, clears headaches and helps with nervous exhaustion and stress-related conditions. It is useful with respiratory infections such as sore throats, laryngitis and fever. It helps prevent the spreading of infectious diseases. It is helpful with colitis, indigestion and gastro-enteritis. Lemongrass oil helps tone the muscles and slack tissue, relieves muscle pains and helps with poor circulation. As an insect repellant it helps to keep pets clean from fleas, ticks and lice. Lemongrass oil assists in clearing up oily skin and acne; helps with athlete's foot and excessive perspiration. Lemongrass oil has great benefits as a muscle and skin toner, it revitalizes the body and mind, helps with infections and keeps the family pet flea and tick free, as well as smelling nice. In vapor therapy Lemongrass oil can be used for nervousness and as an insect repellant. Lemongrass oil can be used in blended massage oil or diluted in the bath to assist with: cellulite, digestive problems, as a diuretic, for infections, nervousness, for over exerted ligaments and as a general tonic. Lemongrass oil blends particularly well with: Basil, Cedar