Hyssop

Hyssopus officinalis variations of decubens and pinocamphene -- distilled from the fresh flowers, stems and leaves. There are at least 4 chemotypes. The herb has been traditionally used for at least a thousand years for its antiseptic, disinfecting, and anti-infectious properties. Has a sharp, sweet camphoraceous aroma with a warm, spicy undertone.

Generally considered non-irritating and non-sensitizing.  Decumbens is preferred for children and elderly. 

CHARACTER:    "Sword of Expulsion" uplifting, Freedom, Purification, Protection, Expansion 

ETHERIC COLORS: Blue, Pink, Gold, Greenish Orange        

CRYSTALS/METALS:  Lapis Lazuli, Amethyst, Tin           

CHAKRA: 4, 3

PERFUME NOTE: Top to Middle or Base to Middle, depending on chemotype.

ELEMENT:  Fire, Metal           

ASTRO:   Jupiter, Cancer, Sagittarius

ENERGY:  Hot and dry; Type 3

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Oxide

              

              

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  Concentration, focus, creativity, clarity of thought optimistic, confident of self and the future, calm, relaxed, centered, sharpen awareness

Strengthen one's sense of personal boundaries.

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE ATTRIBUTES: anxiety, fatigue, nervous tension, grief, confusion, trauma,  insomnia, stress,  pessimistic, gloomy, brooding, blaming, feeling sorry for yourself, feeling unworthy

"Purge me with Hyssop and I shall be clean."

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES:  bruises, cuts, wounds, dermatitis, eczema, acne, asthma, bronchitis, cough, sore throat, gout, MS, headache, rashes, indigestion, neuralgia, arthritis, muscle aches, intestinal parasites

PROPERTIES: antiseptic, antispasmodic, digestive, diuretic, expectorant,   sedative, stimulant, tonic 

PERSONALITY: 

+ Aristocratic air, defender of freedom; good for people who feel stuck in their lives and yearn for more freedom - freedom of self expression

+ Leads out of traps and cul-de-sacs, see the bigger picture.

+  Freedom of movement in the body as well as in its deepest metaphorical sense.  

+ Helpful for goal setting, planning, and to discover strategies that get you from where you are to where you want to be.

+ I create my own reality. I am responsible for the decisions I make in my life.      

  + Clears the type of shame that keeps us from accepting the gifts that will allow growth to full potential.  "I release the shame that holds me back."

BLENDS: Kolob Trail,  Shaman,  Sitalpu, Symphony, Twelve Tribes,  Way of the Leaf,

  

ARCHETYPES: RULER, PROTECTOR, ADVOCATE

Blends with all CITRUS, CLARY SAGE, FENNEL, GERANIUM, MYRTLE, SAGE, BAY, LAVENDER, CEDAR. 

May contain: linalool,  pinene, limonene, camphene, cadinene, caryophellen, germacrene, nerolidol, geraniol, borneol, myrtenol, chavecol, thujone, camphor, cineole

Birch

Betula Lenta, steam distilled from the macerated bark, leaves and twigs.  Has a sweet, sharp, minty scent that is very fresh.  Sweet Birch not to be confused with white birch or birch tar is also and variously known as Black Birch, Cherry Birch, Mahogany Birch, or Spice Birch and is a native to North America. It is often confused with Wintergreen which is now used more often as its aroma and actions are similar in many respects. It is almost identical chemically speaking. Today birch bark is used as a fragrance component in men's perfumes, and more extensively as a flavoring agent in chewing gum, toothpaste and especially in root beer.

 CAUTIONS: Use sparingly on the skin and as with all essential oils, well diluted. Large dosages may cause skin sensitivity and irritation. Not suitable for the very young because of its naturally occurring constituents. Because the smell is sweet and resembles wintergreen-type candies, it is especially important to keep this, like all essential oils, out of reach of children. Dilute to 2%.   Aloe vera is the best carrier for ushering it into the skin.

CHARACTER: "Truth Sayer", Grounding, Reality, Compelling, Stability, Structure, Renewal, Igniter

ETHERIC COLORS: Red, Deep Orange, Green, Silver

CRYSTAL/GEM:   Garnet, Hematite, Onyx, Blue Lace Agate, Dumortierite 

ELEMENT:   Water

PERFUME NOTE:  Top to Middle

ASTRO: Venus, Mercury, Saturn, Sun

ENERGY:  4

CHEMICAL FAMILY: Salicylate ester

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES: Passion, Energy

USED FOR HEALING THESE NEGATIVE STATES: Timid, fear, sadness

USED FOR HEALING THESE PHYSICAL STATES:  Sore muscles, sprains, painful joints, psoriasis, inflammation, fevers, skin diseases

PROPERTIES: analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, tonic, antispasmodic

PERSONALITY:

+Assists in shattering illusions. Sometimes this personality can be difficult to be around because of their natural authenticity.

+Will stand up for themselves and their principles and values.

 + Highly adaptive and able to sustain harsh conditions.   +Courageously takes root and starts anew to revive the landscape where no other would before.

+ Asks us to philosophically go where no other will go (voluntarily or otherwise).

+ Encourages to take root in new soils and light our lives with the majesty of our very presence.

  "Shine, take hold, express your creative expanse, light the way so that others may follow."

  + Serves our fellow man with a fire in their heart. They do it because of their values and love.

+They remind us that even if our spirits are dampened by the set backs in life, we can always catch fire from the spark of passions that drive us to divinity.

-If negative, will allow others to determine what happens whether they agree with it or not.

BLENDS:  Brave Heart,  Caldera,  Cream Soda,  Desert Lapis,  Eucalyptus Grove, Five Powers,  Forever Christmas,  Gingerbread,  Into The Woods,  Thunderbird,  Timberline,  Way of the Leaf,  Wood Badge,   

ARCHETYPES:    LIBERATOR, PUPPET, VISIONARY, PIONEER, INNOVATOR

Blends well with CEDAR, FIR, COPAIBA, SANDALWOOD, SPRUCE, ROSEWOOD, MINTS, WOODY AND BALSAMIC, PALO SANTO, JASMINE

Contains  methyl salicylate (up to 99%), salicylic acid, betulin, linalool and betulinic acid. 

May Chang (Litsea Cubeba)

Litsea cubeba-- Steam distilled from the fruits.   Widely used in the perfume and soap industries, providing a lemon-scented base note, often used to "anchor" the scents of the true citrus top notes that are far too fleeting. Has floral as well as citrus notes. Lemongrass occasionally has an unfavorable methyl heptenone note not present in Litsea. However, the sweet lemony high notes are virtually the same. For this reason it may be that Litsea is preferable to Lemongrass. The price difference is negligible and the citral content is virtually the same.

CAUTIONS: Possible skin irritant; dilute well.   

CHARACTER:  "Ray Of Sunshine" Chinese Goddess.  Lighthearted, Child-like, Joyful, Uplifting, Refreshing, Enlivening, Enlightening, Rejuvenating

ETHERIC COLORS: Lime Green tinged with Magenta-Orange

GEMS: Citrine, Yellow Jasper, Amphibolite, Aragonite

PERFUME NOTE: Top to Middle

ENERGY TYPES: 1, 2

 USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  calming, mental clarity, uplift moods, cheerful

USED TO HEAL THESE NEGATIVE ATTRIBUTES nervous tension. stress despondent, uncaring or uncared for, non-feeling, fatigue, anxiety

USED TO HEAL THESE PHYSICAL PROBLEMS:  indigestion, lower back pain, chills, headaches, travel sickness, acne, dermatitis, greasy skin,  high blood pressure,  bronchitis, allergies, asthma

PROPERTIES: anti-spasmodic, inflammatory anti-viral, regenerative, astringent, antiseptic, stimulant, tonic, insect repellent, antifungal antibacterial

PERSONALITY: It is considered sweeter and softer than lemongrass.   

 + Open to the world and all that it is in it.

+Breath of fresh air on a summer’s day.  

+Lively and casual—unbothered by the struggles and strains of living.

 +Inspires intimacy, feeling close and involved with life. All things in Life matter.

BLENDS:  Caldera,  Desert Lapis, Lemon Meringue,  Manipura, Way of the Leaf,  Yellowstone, 

ARCHETYPES: GODDESS, CHILD (ALL),  DIVA, MIDAS ALCHEMIST

BLENDS WITH: Ammi Visnaga, Palmarosa, and Vetiver, as well as the true citrus oils, Lavender, Chamomile, Frankincense, Basil, Bergamot, Geranium, Ginger, Jasmine, Rose, Rosemary, Rosewood and Ylang-Ylang.

Chemical Constituents Class: Adehyde. Mainly citral, limonene, mycrene, methyl hepetone, linalool, linlyl acetate.

Angelica

Angelica archangelica distilled from the root and sometimes seeds and entire plant.  Peppery, rich, herbal, earthy, woody and musk animal odor. It is widely used as a flavoring agent in the food and beverage industry due to its sweet, spicy aroma. It is believed to  be an African herb that made its way into Europe in the 16th Century and gained tremendous popularity as a treatment for the Plague.  

 

CAUTIONS: Possible sensitivity, Photo Toxic.  Avoid with Diabetes or Pregnancy.  Dilute well,

 

CHARACTER:  "Healing Angel" Awakening, Protection, Restorative, "Holy Ghost" or "Holy Spirit Root" "Female Ginseng"

ETHERIC COLORS: Deep Green, Gold

ORIENTAL:  Cold and damp conditions

CRYSTAL/GEM: Green Tourmaline, Moss Agate, Bloodstone

CHAKRA: Links 1 to 7, 7 to 8, 3

ELEMENT: Fire, but connects with all

PERFUME NOTE:  Middle to Base

Blending Factor=1

ASTRO:  Sun

ENERGY:  2, 4     

 

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES: Grounding, Compassion, Supporting Spiritual growth, Open Heart center, Aid through transitions including job loss, health, home and death

 

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE TRAITS: fatigue, stress, unhappy, feeling unloved, fatigue, nervous aggression, nicotine withdrawal

 

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES:  Purify blood, stomach problems, Infectious diseases, respiratory, gout, rheumatism, edema, congested skin, coughs, migraine, nausea, sinus, asthma, arthritis, circulation, toothache

 

PROPERTIES:   immune stimulant, diuretic, antispasmodic, expectorant, digestive, febrifuge, nervine, tonic, detoxifier

 

PERSONALITY:

+ They are close to angelic forces that are receptive to our needs.

+ They are capable in cutting through pretense and falsehoods, bringing us into the light.

+ Yet has compassion and an understanding of failings.

+ Allows us to feel secure enough to connect with physical or emotional parts of ourselves we have cut off through trauma or fear.

+ Opens the way to healing, and gives a feeling of lightness and strength as it roots us to the ground and uplifts our spirits.

+ They have an open heart and especially an affinity with animals, especially for animals who have ‘switched off’ through abuse of trust.

+Celebrate their "inner child" Reconnecting with the innocence of childhood.

 

BLENDS:   Angel's Landing, Cairn,  Dancing Angels,  Kayenta,  Kolob Trail,  Obsidian,  Sitalpu, Spiral Jetty,  Sunrise, Symphony,  Terra Cotta, 

 

ARCHETYPES:  ANGEL, LOVER, CAREGIVER, HEALER, CHILD-WOUNDED, MYSTIC,

 

Blends   well with: Cedarwood, Guaiacwood, Sandalwood, Juniper, Bergamot, Citrus, Lemongrass, Rosemary, Vetiver, Basil, Chamomile, geranium, patchouli

 

 Contains: Monoterpenes. Phellandrene, pinene, limonene, linalool, borneoli, bergaptene, lactones, coumarins, myrcene, ocimene

Ravensara

Ravensara aromatica--  distilled from the leaves. Has a medicinal scent - camphorous with fruit notes, spicy, herbaceous. It is considered devoid of toxicity and most indispensible along with LAVENDER. Don't confuse it with Ravintsara as they are very different chemically speaking.

 CAUTIONS: Appears to be non-toxic at low doses.  Dilute before use on skin.  Most effective for inhalation and diffusing.

 

CHARACTER:  "Mysterious Spirit", Cleansing, Unlocking, Versatile, Enigmatic, Paradoxical

 GEMS:  Dumortierite, Garnet, Labradorite, Snow Quartz      

ELEMENT:  Air         

PERFUME NOTE:  Top

ENERGY:  4, 1

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Monoterpenes, Monoterpenols, Sesquiterpenes

 

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES: Encourages free flowing energies, mental clarity

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Chronic Fatigue, insomnia, lethargy, anxiety, stress

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES: Flu, respiratory viruses, bronchitis, sinusitis,  asthma, allergies, edema, Shingles, cold sores, cuts, wounds, hepatitis, mononucleosis, bone spurs, athlete's foot facilitating absorption of vital nutrients, such as iron, in the body.

PROPERTIES:  Immune stimulant, anti-biotic, anti-viral, muscle relaxant, analgesic, lymphatic drainer

 

PERSONALITY:

+Elusive, full of surprises

+Often seems to pass for someone other than what he needs to be or that one would like him to be.

+Impelled by a sense of duty, matured by a profound sense of justice

+Arouses many sentiments, from hate to devotion.

+Acts straight to the point

+Can remain "alone" in the middle of crowds
+Freedom of consciousness and action

+ Loves people for what they are with a genuine Love; Endeavors to lead them to the best of themselves, realizing their own potential

-If negative, may have the urge to possess and hold onto possessions, temptations of wealth and knowledge

 

 

BLENDS:    Eucalyptus Grove,  Into The Woods,   Shaman, Sunstone, Thunderbird,  Timberline,  Way of the Leaf,  Wood Badge,

 

ARCHETYPES:  DIONYSIAN SPIRIT (LIBERATOR), ASCLEPIAS, ALCHEMIST, EXPLORER, COMMUNICATOR,   MERLIN the ENCHANTER, SOCRATES, CHAMELEON, SAGE

 

Blends with Bay, bergamot, black pepper, cardamom, clary sage, cedarwood, cypress, eucalyptus, geranium frankincense, ginger, grapefruit, lavender, marjoram, pine, rosemary sandalwood, tea tree, thyme and lemon.

 

The key constituents may include: limonene, pinene, linalool, methyleugenol,  1.8 cineole, sabinene, and alpha-terpineol. 

 

Yarrow

 Achillea milleflorum-- steam distilled from the leaves and flowering tops. This plant grows as a weed throughout most parts of the West.

CAUTIONS: Avoid in pregnancy.  No reports of adverse effects at low doses. Dilute well before use on skin.

CHARACTER:  "Energetic Messenger" Strong, Peaceful, Healing, Cooling,   Uplifting, Balancing, Protective, Nurturing

ETHERIC COLORS: Bluish Mauve into Silver, moving into Gold

ORIENTAL PATTERN:  Rising heat, Internal wind 

CRYSTALS/GEMS:    Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Pyrite       

CHAKRA: 3, 2        

ELEMENT:   Earth, Water

NOTE:  Top            

ASTRO:   Venus

ENERGY TYPE: 2, 4

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES: Opens intuitive perceptions, dreaming, protection  

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Insomnia, Stress, Feeling Out of Control, Judging oneself unfairly

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES:  Cramps, Constipation, Seborrhea, Acne, Oily Skin, Rheumatoid arthritis, allergies, digestion, fevers, burns, rashes, ulcers, wounds, sinus congestion, headache, hypertension, varicose veins, colic, cystitis, menstrual problems

PROPERTIES: Anti-inflammatory, Circulatory stimulant, antiseptic, astringent, diuretic, detoxifier

PERSONALITY: Longtime energetic messenger of the heavens.  Delicately balances the flow between the yin and yang energies of the sun, moon, and stars.  Then, acts as a conduit for opening intuitive perceptions. I am able to take risks. I allow myself to be myself even if you disapprove. I trust myself. I am able to surrender and allow myself to work through me.

+Very deep and emotionally strong.  

+ Ability to draw out the best in other people.

+ Keep their feelings to themselves, preferring to use metaphors to describe feelings.

+ Down to earth, quite up front, solid in thought.

+ Enjoys philosophy, archaeology, ancient monuments, and architecture.  Fascinated by ancient peoples, past lives.

+Loves unlocking old memories, awakening and actualizing forgotten resonances. 

- If negative, subject to dark moods and heaviness of heart

-May feel  there are important parts of themselves missing--constantly searching for something that would make them complete. Feel they have lost contact somewhere with something important but they don't know what it might be.
-May become frustrated and speak loudly, quite the opposite of their usual behavior.

BLENDS:  Desert Lapis, Dragon Quest,  Eucalyptus Grove,  Sage Country, Visudda

ARCHETYPES:   HISTORIAN, ALCHEMIST, WRITER,  CHILD DEPENDENT, VISIONARY,  MESSENGER, PHILOSOPHER 

Blends with ANGELICA, CEDAR, PINE, MYRRH, FRANKINCENSE, CHAMOMILE. Contains: sesquiterpenes, monoterpenes, caryophyllene, borneol, terpinol, cineole, isoartemisia ketone, camphor, achilline. High in chamazulene.

Spike Nard

Nardostachys jatamansi —distilled from the rhizome rootlets. earthy, harsh wood like smell that is slightly musty. One of the early aromatics used by the ancient Egyptians and is mentioned in the Bible in Song of Solomon and in the Book of John where Mary used it to anoint the feet of Jesus. Well known to be King Tutankhamen’s perfume, said to be worth its weight in gold. Closely related to Valerian.

Considered Non-toxic, non-sensitizing, non-irritating at low doses.  

CHARACTER:  "Sacred Anointing", Balanced, Stable

ETHERIC COLORS:  Amber Gold, Mauve, Blue            

CRYSTALS;  Amber, Lepidolite, Sugilite, Golden Obsidian

CHAKRAS:  4, 3, 7, 1         

ELEMENTS:  Ether, Fire     

 PERFUME NOTE:  Base to Middle  

 ASTRO:  Scorpio, Saturn, Sun 

     

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE TRAITS:  Transition,  Forgiveness, Calming, uplift moods, inspire devotion, Inner Peace, Balance  

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE TRAITS: Fear, Anxiety, insomnia, stress, tension, Confused, Defensive, nervous

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES: rashes, wrinkles, cuts, insomnia, and migraines, allergies, indigestion, sciatica, infections, muscle spasms

PROPERTIES: insect repellent and is used as a stimulant and antiseptic, sedative, nervous system regulator, cardio-tonic

PERSONALITY:  
   +Exotic, far away, packing up and leaving, looking for better times, a new life in a new town, leaving the past firmly behind.

+They may know what is right for them, but that may not be right for you.

+ They direct and lead their own lives secure that you are doing the same.

+They cannot be a teacher without also being a student.     

+  Interested in the esoteric side of life, particularly voyages to uncover the earth mysteries

+Courageous and willing to step into and release fears of the unknown

+Outstanding as a spiritual counselor and help to make peace with those who have hurt us

+Loves deeply   

   

BLENDS: Anasazi, Captivating, Enchantment,  Navajo Mountain,   Rose Quartz,  Sitalpu,  Twelve Tribes,  Walk Softly,   

ARCHETYPES: SHAMAN, SEEKER, TEACHER, PHILOSOPHER,

Blends well with Lavender, Patchouli, Pine, Vetiver and spice oils.

Contains: Sesquiterpene/Ketone. Cafarene, aristolene, jatamonsone, valcranone, valerenol, coumarins

Elemi

Canarium luzonicum -extracted from the steam distillation of the gum resin of the Pili Tree. Slightly spice, citrusy, balsam.  Native to Philippines & Moluccas. 

Appears to be non-toxic, non-sensitizing, non-irritant at low doses. There are no known threats except that elemi essential oil can be irritating for people with certain skin types. Therefore, it should not be applied to the skin of babies.

CHARACTER: "Sympathetic Wonder" Peaceful, Exciting, Wonderment,

ETHERIC COLORS: Bright Orange, Reddish tinge into Yellow-Green

CRYSTALS:  Rutilated Quartz, Smoky Quartz   

 ELEMENT:  Air, Light & Fire  

CHAKRA: 7

PERFUME NOTE: Base to Middle

ASTRO:  Sun

ENERGY TYPE:  2, 4

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Monoterpene

USE FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES: Comfort, Fortifying, Soothing, calm, stillness, contentment, compassion, peace, brightens spirit

USED TO COUNTERACT THESE NEGATIVE ATTRIBUTES:

Nervous, Stress, Anxiety, Panic

USED FOR HEALING THESE PHYSICAL STATES: Skin care, infection, inflammation, bronchitis, coughs, congestion, eczema, wounds, joint pain, digestive disorders

PROPERTIES: , antiseptic, balsamic, expectorant,  stomachic, tonic, analgesic, immune system stimulant

PERSONALITY:  (Similar to Frankincense) lifts, raises and energizes.   Perfect for people who need a reminder that life is not just about making it through from weary day to another, but that there is more to life… better things, brighter experiences.

+Compassionate, interesting, Soothing, calm

+Strength, fortitude, maturity, conscientiousness, confident, efficient.

+Sympathetic

+Believe they’re protected in ways that the rest of us are not.

+ sensitive to atmospheres.

+Sense the intentions of other people.

+Warm, kind hearted; Make people feel confident & secure. Friendly, loving.

+Advice is down-to-earth, practical.

“Stillness enters, quiet need to hear our own soul speak from deep within.  Awakens the knowing that is hushed in the waking dream of reality.  Speaks to inner being.  Wraps us in a cloak of sympathy when our spirit is in need of comfort.  Offers the uplifting we need to reconnect to all parts of our being.”  Valerie Worwood

BLENDS: Amethyst, Brave Heart,   Jade,    Kaibab Canyon,  Sahasrara,  Spruce Mesa,  Terra Cotta,  Wood Badge,     

ARCHETYPES:  COUNSELOR, CHILD WOUNDED, MENTOR

Blends well with MYRRH, FRANKINCESE, CISTUS, ROSEMARY, LAVENDER, SAGE, CINNAMON & other spices.

Key constituents:  limonene (78%) phellandrene, dipenten, elemol, elmicin, terpineol, carvone, terpinolene, among others.

Cilantro

Coriandrum Sativum—steam distilled from leaves.  It has a wonderful fragrance, just like the herb. Can be used in guacamole, lime shrimp, fajitas, tortilla soup, etc. The oil is a large element in the considerable beneficial properties of cilantro. Essential oil of cilantro is also used in perfumes. It is commonly mixed with fragrances of citrus and bergamot to make a lingering and pleasant after-aroma.

The oil from the seeds is CORIANDER.

Appears to be non-toxic, non-sensitizing, non-irritant at low doses.  

CHARACTER (Similar to CORIANDER): "Depth of Expression "       Enlivening, Motivating, Encouraging, Intriguing, Penetrating, Cleansing, Invigorating,   

NUMBER:  5

GEM:  Poppy or Leopardskin Jasper, Chrysanthemum Stone

PERFUME NOTE: Middle        

CHAKRA:  2           

ELEMENT:  Fire & Water        

ASTRO:  Mars       

ENERGY TYPE: 1, 2

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  revitalizing, Creativity, Imagination, Memory, Confidence, Motivation, Optimism, Sincerity, Expression, Enthusiastic

USED FOR THESE NEGATIVE STATES:  Anger, Emotional fatigue, Weary, Irritable, Nervous, Stress, Doubt, Fear,  Uncooperative, Vulnerable

USED FOR THESE PHYSICAL STATES Arthritis, colds, colic, diarrhea, exhaustion, flatulence, flu, infections, migraine, muscular aches and pains, nausea, neuralgia, poor circulation, rheumatism, stiffness, indigestion

PROPERTIES:  detoxifying agent to help the body remove toxic levels of heavy metals (like mercury used in teeth fillings), antioxidant, Analgesic,   antispasmodic,   bactericidal, digestive, carminative, fungicidal, stimulant, stomachic

PERSONALITY:

+Light, sweet, but with hidden depth.   More intellectual than the CORIANDER profile.

+ Surrounded by people asking their favors and opinions, but can thrive on a good debate.

+Enjoy expressing themselves, masters of body language, in getting their point across. Imaginative, optimistic.

+Do their own thing, They have a deep love for learning, and are most at home in a research lab, classroom, or library.

+Extraordinary memory…not only words, but actions and expressions.

+Can adopt different looks and behavior patterns… good at making connections between seemingly unrelated events and facts.

+ Constantly expanding their horizon, stepping back and taking in the big picture

+Tolerant, accepting, non-judgmental

+They are the ones to have around after a difficult birth, shock, or fear.

-If negative, can be uncooperative, sulky, vulnerable to criticism.  May become almost child-like in the sense they have no confidence or self-esteem. May be Introspective, solitary, and detached

-If down, they need family and friends to rally round and coax them back into life.

BLENDS:  None, yet.  Used as single oil.

ARCHETYPES:  COMMUNICATOR,   ADVOCATE, JUDGE, MEDIATOR, STORYTELLER

Constituents:  mainly linalol, decylaldehyde, borneol, geraniol, carvone, anethole, etc. Contains higher proportions of aldehydes than the seed oil.

Lemongrass

Cymbopogen citratus or Cymbopogon flexuosus (which is much milder)  distilled from the stems or leaves (grass). Strong, fresh, grassy, herbaceous, slightly citrusy. 

 

CAUTIONS: Avoid in pregnancy.  Possible dermal irritation and sensitization.  Always dilute.  More suitable for diffusing and inhalation. Not recommended to add to bath. It is recommended that this essential oil be stored in dark amber, blue or green glass bottles since it has been found to dissolve aluminum bottles.

 

CHARACTER: " Cleansing Rain" Stimulating, Invigorating, Encouraging, Renewal, Left Brain

ETHERIC COLORS: Purple, Red, Orange, Green

GEM:   Calcite

CHAKRA:  3, 7 (to encourage discernment, use LEMONGRASS to clear Solar and Sacral chakras)

PERFUME NOTE: Top to Middle

Blending Factor:  1

ELEMENT:  Air, Fire  

ASTRO:  Mercury

ENERGY TYPE: 3, 1

CHEMICAL FAMILY:  Aldehyde

 

USED FOR THESE POSITIVE ATTRIBUTES:  inviting new things, Concentration, Protection from energetic bombardment, discernment, psychic awareness, ease in dealing with emotions, emotional experiences no longer scare you, happier, more depth of feeling.

 

USED TO HEAL THESE NEGATIVE ATTRIBUTES: Jet Lag, Fatigue,  Depression, Headache, Stress, Nervous Exhaustion Sorrow, grief, suffering, hopeless, negative, victimized

 

USED TO HEAL THESE PHYSICAL STATES:  Digestion, Pains and sprains (12% dilution), Fever, Warts, Muscle Spasms, Toe Fungus, Athlete's foot, bruises, intestinal parasites, headache,  Cramps, hair health, fevers, cancer, shock, stomach ache.  

 

PROPERTIES: Tonic, antibacterial for both gram+ and gram-, analgesic, antifungal, Central nervous system sedative, lymphatic detoxifier, Connective tissue strengthener, Anti-inflammatory,  Insect Repellent, Skin Toner ( can be a skin irritant), Nervine, tonic.

 

PERSONALITY:

 

+Warm, friendly, always ready to comfort and solace under their wing.

+Has nothing to hide…no pretenses.

+Easily sees a way to forgive those who dishonor and discredit. Illuminates the statement of "Forgive then Forget."

+Straightforward, but understandingly gentle.

+Sees with clarity, especially the choices that are presented. Celebrates freedom of choice.

Lemongrass blows the cobwebs from your mind and stale energies out of your energy system, makes room for new and better things to flow into these places.    

 

 

BLENDS:  Angel's Landing, Caldera,  Desert Lapis, Gingerbread,  Stalking Leopard,  Sunrise, Tomahawk, 

 

ARCHETYPES:  CAREGIVER, MAGICIAN, STORYTELLER,   DREAMER

 

Blends with BERGAMOT, CEDAR, GERANIUM, LEMON, NIAOULI, PALMAROSE, PETITGRAIN, ROSEMARY, TEA TREE.

 

Contains geraniol (43%), neral, citral, myrcene, terpenoids, limonene, citronellol, aldehydes, esters, nerol, linalool and others.

 

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