Essential Oils

A light calming aroma to soothe and balance the mind, body and soul.

Fragrance your surroundings naturally with this floral, 100% natural aroma.

Simply spray for an instant calming aroma.

A spritz on the pillow before bed will also soothe in preparation for a good nights sleep.

Lavender is the most widely used essential oil in aromatherapy, particularly for its relaxing and antiseptic properties. The plant name is derived from the latin 'Lavare' - to wash, probably from its use to cleanse wounds.

Country of Origin: France.

Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae).

Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the freshly cut flowering tops.

Main Theraputic Properties: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anti-inflammatory, Antirheumatic, Antispasmodic, Calmative.

Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.

Oil Appearance: Clear to pale yellow.

Chakra: Heart, Crown & Base.

Chinese Element: Fire (& Wood).

Lavender has a fresh, floral, light, sweet aroma. Also known as Clonal Lavender, this Lavender grows at low altitude in the Provence region of France. It has a lower ester content than High Altitude Lavender, giving it a slightly more pungent and earthy aroma. Lavender is a gentle oil and is the most versatile in aromatherapy.

Lavender is best known for its relaxing properties; try placing two drops on a handkerchief by your pillow at bedtime.

As Lavender blends very well with many other oils, try the following blend: 3 drops of Lavender, 3 drops of Mandarin and 1 drop of Geranium in a teaspoon of Sweet Almond oil, add to a warm bath for a long, relaxing soak.

Tea Tree is highly antiseptic, anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal, thus an important oil for use in infections, problem skin, colds and flu and boosting the immune system. It is often used in hand washes and skin care.

Country of Origin: Australia

Plant Family: Myrtaceae.

Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the bush.

Main Theraputic Properties: Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anti-infectious, Immune tonic, Antiviral, Analgesic.

Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.

Chakra: Throat.

Chinese Element: Metal (& Fire).

Tee Tree is a small tree that grows up to 7 meters in height.

Try adding 25 drops to a bottle of shower gel for a really cleansing experience.

For problem skin, blend 2 drops of Tea Tree in 5ml (a teaspoon) of Jojoba oil - apply twice daily.

Try a weekly steam facial using 1 drop of Tea Tree with 2 drops of Mandarin in a bowl of just-boiled water. Tea Tree may irritate some sensitive skins and, although a very small amount may be dabbed neat on spots, insect bites and cold sores, most people would not recommend this for sensitive skin types.

To help keep feet fresh and healthy, try using 2 drops of Tea Tree with 2 drops of Lemon in a foot bath.

To maintain healthy hair for children and adults alike, dilute 5 drops of Tea Tree, 3 drops of Geranium and 2 drops of Lavender in 20ml of Coconut oil. Massage into the scalp and leave for as long as possible before washing out thoroughly with a mild shampoo.

Ylang Ylang has a beautiful exotic, heady, floral and sensual aroma. It is great for relaxing and soothing the mind and body and is also a well known aphrodisiac.

Country of Origin: Comoros Islands.

Plant Family: Annonaceae.

Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the flowers.

Main Theraputic Properties: Aphrodisiac, Calmative, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic.

Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.

Did you know: In Indonesia, Ylang Ylang flowers are spread on newlyweds beds on their wedding night.

Oil Appearance: Pale Yellow.

Chakra: Base, Sacral & Heart.

Chinese Element: Fire

When Ylang Ylang is distilled, the first fraction is separated out and called Ylang Ylang Extra. The next fraction is known as Ylang Ylang I, then II and finally III.

Ylang Ylang I contains more of the heavier, floral base notes. Ylang Ylang III tends to go into soaps and everyday products.

We have selected this exquisite Ylang Ylang from the Comoros Islands in the Indian Ocean, where the climate and soil is ideal for excellent quality Ylang Ylang.

Ylang Ylang is one of the most popular essential oils for diffusing. It also blends well with Sandalwood, Bergamot, Rose, Jasmine, May Chang or Sweet Orange.

Jasmine has a rich, heady, floral aroma. It is calming and excellent for all skin types. It is also a well known aphrodisiac.

Country of Origin: Egypt.

Plant Family: Oleaceae

Method of Extraction: Alcohol extraction from the concrete made from the flowers.

Main Theraputic Properties: Analgesic, Antispasmodic, Aphrodisiac, Calmative, Uterine tonic.

Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.

Did you know: In India, Jasmine is referred to as 'Queen of the night' due to it's scent being stronger after sunset.

Oil Appearance: Dark yellow.

Chakra: Sacral & Base.

Chinese Element: Fire (& Water)

Jasmine Absolute is extracted by alcohol extraction from a 'concrete' made with the flowers of the plant, picked by hand, only in the evening. This process is what makes Jasmine so costly. The Jasmine we used in this product is 100% pure and natural.

Lavender is the most widely used essential oil in aromatherapy, particularly for its relaxing and antiseptic properties. It is a calming and stabilising oil and is good for many ailments such as headaches, muscular aches and pains, skin conditions, PMT and irritability.

Country of Origin: France.

Plant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae).

Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the freshly cut flowering tops.

Main Theraputic Properties: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Anti-inflammatory, Antirheumatic, Antispasmodic, Calmative.

Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.

Did you know: The plant name is derived from the latin 'Lavare' - to wash, probably from its use to cleanse wounds.

Oil Appearance: Clear to pale yellow.

Chakra: Heart, Crown & Base.

Chinese Element: Fire (& Wood).

Lavender is a hardy shrub which grows up to one meter in height.

Lavender has a fresh, floral, sweet aroma and is clear to pale yellow in colour. Our Lavender grows at around 1,000 metres in the foothills of the Alps, in the Provence region of France. It has a 44% Linalyl Acetate content indicating a superior quality oil. Its overall Ester content is 50-52%, which gives this exceptionally fine oil its gentle, rounded aroma.

Geranium is an excellent balancing and uplifting oil with a delightful, fresh, green, rose-like scent. It is a great essential oil for all-round use and is especially popular with women.

Country of Origin: Egypt.

Plant Family: Geraniaceae.

Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from from the plant's leaves.

Oil Appearance: Clear to light green.

Although Geranium Bourbon, which comes from the island of La Reunion (previously known as Ile de Bourbon), 500 miles east of Madagascar, is considered to be a superior quality oil, many prefer the lighter more subtle aroma of Egyptian Geranium. The species is the same, it is the growing conditions which make the difference between the two types.

Try blending 1 drop of Geranium with 2 drops of Lavender and 2 drops of Mandarin in a teaspoon of Sweet Almond oil for use as a relaxing, refreshing bath or massage oil.

Alternatively, blend the same oils with two teaspoons of Peach Kernel oil for a special hydrating body moisturiser with a delicious aroma. In a diffuser or burner, Geranium blends very well with the citrus oils.

It is deodorising, cleansing and uplifting as well as having quite good insect-repellent properties.

After a long haul flight, try blending together 2 drops of Geranium, 1 Drop each of Juniper and Lavender in 10 ml of Peach Kernel; massage in to the ankles to encourage elimination.

Peppermint has light, refreshing and a clear minty aroma. This oil is especially good for digestive problems and to refresh a tired mind, hence great for concentration and study.

lant Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae).

Country of Origin: England

Method of Extraction: It is steam distilled from the leaves of the herb.

Main Theraputic Properties: Analgesic, Antibacterial, Anticatarrhal, Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Digestive stimulant, Insect repellent.

Contraindications: Do not use if pregnant or breast feeding. Do not use on childern under the age of 5. Avoid using on people with epilepsy, heart disease or fever. Do not use at more than 2% dilution on the skin or mucous membrane areas. Do not apply more than 1ml per 24 hours.

Did you know: Mice and rats dislike the smell of peppermint so sprinkled on runs can act as a useful deterrent.

Oil Appearance: Clear.

Chakra: Throat & Sacral.

Chinese Element: Earth & Wood.

Acknowledged as the best quality Peppermint available, English Peppermint is at the luxury end of the market. The normal American mentha piperita tends to go into products such as toothpaste and confectionery. English peppermint (also known as Mitcham Peppermint) is used for after-dinner mints and mint liqueurs.

It is a much smoother, fuller and more rounded oil than the standard product. It has an unusually high content of methylesters (giving excellent body and sweetness) and a modest content of the bitter tasting ketone, Menthone.

It is often used in after-dinner mints and is popular after a bout of over-indulgence.

Roman Chamomile has a sweet and fruity warm aroma. It is excellent for dry skin conditions. It is also very soothing and a great oil for headaches, irritability and muscular aches and pains.

Country of Origin: England.

Plant Family: Asteraceae (Compositae)

Method of Extraction: The oil is steam distilled from the flowering heads.

Main Theraputic Properties: Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Analgesic, Calmative, Digestive stimulant, Antirheumatic.

Contraindications: Non toxic and non irritant in prescribed doses.

Did you know: In Tudor times, Chamomile was used as an aromatic stewing herb; it was trodden into household floors to scent the home.

Oil Appearance: Pale blue.

Chakra: Solar Plexus.

Chinese Element: Wood

Roman Chamomile grows up to 30cm in height. It has hairy stems with white flowers, which have a yellow disc.

Try blending 4 drops of Chamomile and 4 drops of Lavender in 2 teaspoonfuls of Sunflower oil, add to a cool bath for dry, sensitive skin, to encourage relaxation or to ease general aches & pains.