OPLDatabaseFile ^20 drops = 1 ml = 1000mg. DILUTIONS:5 drops /10 ml= 2.5 percent.2 drops /10ml=1 percent.1 drop /10ml= .5 percent51 oz = 29.57ml (US), 28.41ml (UK). 16oz = 1 pint (US)1 kg of essential oil of Melissa requires up to 8-10 acres of plant material. Rose, depending on species, requires 4 to 10 tons of petals to obtain 1 kg of essential oil. Ambrete seed (Abelmoschyus moschatus, family malvaceaeiMuscle pains, fatigue, poor circulation. Anti-depressant. Sweet, floral musky aroma better after storage.K Angelica Angelica archangelicaTonic for the digestive system, helps dry, irritating coughs. Detoxifying, improves lymph drainage. Good for anorexia. Strengthens immune system, restores strength generally. May be good for M.E. Warm, musky, earthy aroma with excellent staying power.-Photosensitising. Do not use on exposed skin.Anise pimpinella anisum ]Calms digestve & menstrual pain, stimulates breast milk, treats heart & lung disease. BUT ...WNarcotic. Slows circulation, damages brain, addictive, cf. absinthe. Causes dermatitis.Arnica, mountainArnica montana L. ;Infused oil or hydrolat for bruises, sprains, muscle aches.&Toxic. Don't use eo, only above items.Balsam, Peru, b. of tolu Myroxylon balsamum var.pereirae RAnti-inflammatory, antiseptic, expectorant, parasiticide, stimulant, skin problemsMay cause dermatitis. Basil ocimum basilicumAntidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, cephalic, digestive, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, galactagogue, nervine, prophylactic, restorative, stimulates adrenal cortex, stomachic, exhilarating tonic.Lavender Pregnancy\Benzoin styrax benzoin,Soothing, warming. Inhalation, chapped skin.Not undiluted on skin8Bergamot%citrus aurantium ssp.bergamia (blad) Soothing, uplifting, anti-bacterial. Good for urinary tract infections, depression, anxiety, loss of appetite. Insect repellent. Cold sores & other skin complaintsJasmine, lavender, eucalyptus.EPhotosensitiser unless known to be free of bergapten. Sensitive skin.Birch )betula lenta/ alleghaniensis, N. AmericanAnalgesic, anti-inflammatory (contains methyl salicylate similar to aspirin). Helps muscle pain, cellulite, eliminates toxins, diuretic.)Rosemary, geranium, black pepper, juniper3Slightly toxic. Pregnancy. Keep away from children. Birch bud betula alba, N. EuropeanMDermatitis, eczema, boils, ulcers. Diuretic. Accumulated toxins. Circulation.BBe sure you are using the right Birch - they are not all the same. Black pepper Piper nigrumpWarming, good for massaging tired muscles, tonic, stimulant, dilates blood vessels. Constipation, nausea, fever."Rose, rosemary, marjoram, lavender Skin irritant Cardomom elettaria cardamomum[Tonic, warming, fights fatigue. Digestive aid, helps griping gut pains. Tonic. Aphrodisiac.Orange%May be irritating. Use small amounts. Carrot seed daucus carotamSkin disorders - eczema, psoriasis, ulcers, skin cancer. Accumulated toxins. Liver, gall bladder. Older skin.&Celery apium graveolensOne of the best diuretics. Helps fluid retention. Detoxifies. Cellulite, arthritis, rheumatism, gout. Liver tonic. Stimulates metabolism, anti-stress. Aphrodisiac. Helps irregular menstruation. Helps M.E./ chronic fatigue. Milk flow.!Not while pregnant - emmenagogue./ Citronella cymbopogon nardusInsect repellent  Clary sage salvia sclareaTonic, euphoric, powerfully relaxing - helps muscle spasms, prevents excess sweating and sebum: aphrodisiac. Asthma, migraine, dysmenorrhea. Hormone regulator.Ylang ylang, rosemary, lavender.Don't use when driving or drinking. Pregnancy.Cloveeugenia caryophyllus AToothache (dab on neat with a cotton bud), mouthwash. Antiseptic.Orange;Be careful. Powerful skin irritant, Emmenagogue. Pregnancy.mComfrey symphytum officinale:Healer, contains allantoin. Skin complaints, old injuries.Use small amounts. Coriander coriandrum sativum SExpels toxins, fluids. Helps circulation, stiffness, digestion, infections, nerves.Stupefying in large doses.WCumin cuminum cyminum*Digestive, stimulant, tonic, antispasmodicSensitises the skin2Cypress cupressus sempervirensAntiviral, antispasmodic, esp. bronchi. Regulates heavy periods. Insect repellent. Helps circulatory system, varicose veins, haemorrhoids. Astringent. Menopause.EOrange, lemon, juniper, frankincense, geranium, sandalwood, lavender.)Don't massage directly on varicose veins.L Devil's Claw harpagophytum procumbens$Highly anti-inflammatory, analgesic.VDill anethum graveolens ;Colic, flatulence, indigestion, milk flow, lack of periods. ElecampaneInula graveolensBOne of most powerful mucolytics known. Antibacterial, expectorant.xExpensive - keep for difficult unresponsive conditions. Be sure it's graveolens - i. helenium is severe skin sensitiser.Elemi canarium luzonicumBronchitis, catarrh, sinusitis. Mature skin. Antiseptic, speeds healing. Harmonising mind, body & spirit. Meditation. Calming, tonic, stimulant.Smells like frankincense+lemon.v Eucalyptus eucalyptus globulus, e. radiataStimulates the immune system. Refreshing. Globulus is expectorant, decongestant, expectorant. Insect repellent. Local painkiller. Removes tar from clothes or skin. Radiata contains antiviral, antibacterial monoterpeneol.XCedar, marjoram,thyme, bergamot, lavender, pine, rosemary, peppermint, grapefruit, lemonToxic if swallowed.Eucalyptus, lemon-scented'Eucalyptus citriodora citronellalifera xAnti-inflammatory, antifungal, antiseptic, antiviral?, anti-amoebae, antibacterial, deodorant, expectorant, insecticide.(Fennel foeniculum vulgareCarminative, digestive, relieves nausea, diuretic. regularises menstrual cycle. Bruises, pyorrhea, cellulite, obesity, oedema. Stimulates oestrogen production, milk in nursing mothers.RSkin irritant. Pregnancy. Not for young children or epileptics. Use in moderation.`Fir, needle, silver, white Abies alba 7Arthritis, muscle aches, rheumatism, bronchitis, fever. Galbanum ferula galbanifluaPainkiller, antispasmodic, diuretic, emmenagogue. Persistent pain such as rheumatism. abscesses, boils, ulcers. Perfume fixative.Garlicallium sativum]Powerful antiseptic, decongestant, detoxifying, vermifuge, good for blood circulation, acne.Be sure you like the smell!{ Geranium 1pelargonium graveolens, p. capitatem, radens etc.Contains geraniol citronellol. Stops bleeding. Antidepressant, balancing, diuretic, antiseptic, stimulates lymph system and adrenal cortex (regulating hormones). Powerful healer. Good for skin problems, menopause.CLavender, bergamot, cypress, cedar, ylang ylang, camomile, rosewood$Some people are allergic to geraniumeGinger Zingiber cassumunar GRubefacient, stomachic, carminative, tonic. Nausea, colds, circulation.Ginger zinziber officinalisdNausea, diarrhoea, bronchitis, catarrh, colds, flu, rheumatism. Warming. Aches & pains. Circulation.Orange, other citrus oils..May irritate the skin. Slight photosensitiser. Grapefruit citrus paradisihStimulates lymphatic system, tonic, antidepressant, diuretic. Good for oily skin, acne, scalp, lethargy.Geranium, lavender, eucalyptus1OK, not a photosensitiser like other citrus oils. Guaiacwood 'Bulnesia sarmenti, guajacum officinale iArthritis, gout. Anti-inflammatory, diaphoretic, diuretic. Pleasant tea smell. Solid at room temperature.KHyssopHyssopus officinalisAncient sacred herb for cleaning temples and strewing. Used in perfumery, cooking, Chartreuse. Dispels thick mucus. Cephalic, tonic, stimulant. Good for bruising, rheumatism, on compresses.oBorderline toxicity due to high cetone content. Not for epileptics or in pregnancy or with high blood pressure.Jasmine jasminum officinaleoAntidepressant, uterine tonic, aphrodisiac, good for male sex organs, relaxing, increases confidence. Skincare.(Don't use when pregnant. Sensitive skin.UJuniper berry juniperus communisAstringent, tonic, stimulates elimination (bowel & bladder), detoxifying, antiseptic. Immune stimulant. Good for skin problems, e.g. dermatitis. Psychically purifying. Arthritis, rheumatism, gout, menstrual problems. Soothes pain.Grapefruit, orange, clove1Emmenagogue. Not with kidney problems. Pregnancy.KanukaKunzia ericoidesnAnalgesic, anti-inflammatory, calming, soporific, antibacterial. Clears psoriasis. Skin tonic. Bone fractures.Dilute before use. Lavender HLavandula angustifolia, l. stoechas, l. spica latifolia, l. officinalis.Everything! Calming, soothing, BALANCING. Analgesic, Expectorant, antidepressant, antiseptic, bactericide, fungicide, decongestant, hypotensive, insect repellent, sedative, vermifuge. Reduces scarring. Powerfully stimulates immune system, growth of health y tissueVetiver, sandalwood, neroli, geranium, clary sage, juniper, eucalyptus, lemon, sandalwood, grapefruit, camomile, ylang ylang, marjoram<Lemon citrus limonumExpectorant, Powerful bactericide, antacid, wart remover, helps varicose veins and high blood pressure, reduces fever, stimulates white corpuscles to combat infection.\Camomile, eucalyptus, frankincense, juniper, lavender, myrrh, ylang ylang, cypress, marjoram Photosensitiser. Sensitive skin. Lemongrass cymbopogon flexuosusAntiseptic, bactericide. Good for headaches (dilute it first). insect repellent. Sponge on smelly dogs as deodorant & flea repellent. Refreshing. Can irritate skin if used lavishly.Lavender Skin sensitiser. Sensitive skin.Lime Citrus aurantifoliaUTonic, cheering, refeshing. Antiseptic, antiviral. Deodorant, diuretic, antiflatulentPhotosensitiserLime tree , linden blossom"Tilia vulgaris, t. cordata Miller wMigraine, insomnia, hysteria, stress. Antispasmodic, nervine, balancing. Carminative. Post natal depression, frigidity. Lovage (root)Levisticum officinaleAntimicrobial, antiseptic, antispasmodic, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, carminative, depurative, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, stimulant (digestive) stomachic. Mandarin"citrus reticulata var."Mandarine" Digestive tonic, stimulates liver and stomach. Calms the intestines. Very gentle, good for use with children or the elderly or invalids. Safe in pregnancy.$Lavender, other citrus oils, neroli.Manukaleptospermum scoparium|Antiviral, antifungal, bactericidal, anti-allergic, analgesic. Insecticide. Good alternative to tea tree as it smells nicer. Very safe.jMarjoram, sweet Origanum majorana 9Chilblains, bruises, ticks, asthma, digestion, headaches. PregnancyA May chang Litsea cubeba'Antiseptic, deodorising, antidepressantMelissa, lemon balmMelissa officinalisEczema, skin problems generally. Soothes body & mind. Asthma, coughs - inhale. Calms & regulates menstruation, lowers high blood pressure, heartbeat. Good for shock & grief.+Irritant - use cautiously. Photosensitiser.=MimosaAcacia dealbata%Antiseptic, astringent. Skin, stress.Myrrh commiphora myrrhaAntiseptic, healing, anti-inflammatory, fungicidal, good for the gums and mouth ulcers (use tincture), good for drying out mucus in lungs. Centring, meditation, visualising.Lemon, sandalwood$Emmenagogue. Don't use when pregnantSMyrtle, commonMyrtus communis3Acne, piles, oily skin, asthma, catarrh, infectionsNiaouli melaleuca viridifloraSimilar to cajeput, but not irritant. Antiviral, Powerful antiseptic, tissue stimulant. Heals and cleans wounds, burns. Acne, boils, respiratory infections, may protect against radiation burns in cancer therapy.^Nutmeg $Myristica fragrans (muscadier noix) 0Circulation, digestion, antibacterial, neuralgiaOakmossEvernia prunastrifAsthma, bronchitis, coughs. Antiseptic, demulcent, expectorant, fixative. Rich earthy tenacious odour. Everything. OrangeCitrus aurantium, var dulcisWAntidepressant, antispasmodic, stomachic, mildly sedative, cheering, good for insomnia.FLavender, clove, cinnamon, nutmeg, rosemary, ylang ylang, frankincensePhotosensitiserS Palmarosa Cymbopogon Martinii var.motia (Skin care, normalises digestive problemsPParsley !Petroselinum sativum apioliferum $Toxin clearance, digestion, cystitis Patchouli pogostemon patchouli, p. cablinKFungicide, cell regenerator, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic. Antidepressant.BActs as a fixative in blends. Use just a little for better effect.