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Anise Myrtle Essential Oil (Syzygium Anisatum) ☸ Essential oils ☸ Medicine / Health
Typical Constitution of Anise Myrtle Essential Oil (Aniseed Myrtle Essential Oil)alpha-pinene 0.13%
myrcene 0.12%
alpha-phellandrane 1.97%
limonene 0.23%
beta-phellandrane 0.88%
para-cymene 0.39%
1,8-cineole 0.40%
alpha-terpinolene 0.07%
estragole (methyl chavicol) 5.76%
z-anethole (cis-) 0.57%
e-anethole (trans) 87.61%
beta-caryophllene 0.14%
bicyclogermacrene 0.20%
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (June 16, 2022)
Bitter Orange essential oil (Citrus aurantium var. L. Spp aurantium amara per.) ☸ Essential oils ☸ Base / General
Bitter Orange oil is produced by cold pressing the fresh peel and collecting everything that is expressed. This is then fresh clarified and filtered to become expressed oil of Bitter Orange. It is necessary up to 150-200 kg of Bitter Orange peel to obtain 1 kg of essential oil.Botanical Name: Citrus aurantium var. amara
Common Method of Extraction: Cold Pressed / Expressed
Part Typically Used: Peel
Origin: Egypt
Color: Yellowish Orange to Greenish Orange
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery Note: Top
Chemical structure: Limonene, B-Myrcene, Linalool, Bergapten, Synephrine, N-methyltyramine, Pinene, Cymene, Camphene, Octopamine, Ocimene.
Blends Well With: Essential oils of Bergamot, Chamomile, Cinnamon, Clove, Clary Sage, Coriander, Juniper, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lavender, Neroli, Peppermint, Pine, Rosemary.
Natural perfumers appraise excellent uplifting qualities of the Bitter Orange oil. It’s blends beautifully with florals, showcasing their beauty like no other citrus does. For its distinctly different aroma, Bitter Orange seems to be preferred in many high-end perfumes.
As the name implies, Bitter Orange Essential Oil possesses a bitter orange aroma reminiscent of a cross between the sweetness of Sweet Orange Essential Oil and the slight bitterness of Grapefruit Essential Oil.
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (May 26, 2022)
Bitter Orange essential oil (Citrus aurantium var. L. Spp aurantium amara per.) ☸ Essential oils ☸ Beauty / Cosmetics
Bitter Orange Essential Oil has antibacterial, antiseptic, astringent and anti-inflammatory properties which are particularly useful for dull, oily, congested and acne prone skin.Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (May 26, 2022)
Bitter Orange essential oil (Citrus aurantium var. L. Spp aurantium amara per.) ☸ Essential oils ☸ Medicine / Health
Bitter Orange Essential Oil Benefits: Colds, Constipation, Dull Skin, Flatulence, Flu, Gums, Mouth, Slow Digestion, Stress.This Essential Oil is beneficial for the digestive system and can help to combat constipation, diarrhea, flatulence and stomach cramps. It can also be useful in winter for colds and flu.
Safety Information: Bitter Orange Essential Oil is phototoxic. The reaction occurs when the Essential Oil on the skin is “activated” by the light. It can cause blistering, burning and even discoloration of the skin. Recommends a dermal maximum of 1.25% to avoid risk of phototoxic reaction. Avoid using Bitter Orange Oil that has oxidized due to a greater risk of skin sensitization.
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (May 26, 2022)
Bitter Orange essential oil (Citrus aurantium var. L. Spp aurantium amara per.) ☸ Essential oils ☸ Spiritual Practises
This Essential Oil has excellent uplifting qualities.Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (May 26, 2022)
American Basil Essential Oil (Ocimum Americanum Syn. O. canum) ☸ Essential oils ☸ Base / General
The genus Ocimum, comprising of more than 150 species grows widely and is distributed throughout temperate regions of the world. Ocimum Americanum formerly known as Ocimum canum, includes wild species in India, but is cultivated in Indonesia for its Essential Oil for commercial purposes.Ocimum Americanum, known as American basil, lime basil, or hoary basil, is a species of annual herb in the family Lamiaceae. Despite the misleading name, it is native to Africa, the Indian Subcontinent, China, and Southeast Asia. The species is naturalized in Queensland, Christmas Island, and parts of tropical America.
Traditionally, these Ocimum species have been extensively utilized in food and perfumery industries. The aerial parts of the plants are considered as antispasmodic, stomachic and carminative in native medicine.
These volatile oils have been applied in perfumery, to inhibit growth of microorganisms, in food preservation and in aromatherapy.
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (May 26, 2022)
Armoise Essential Oil (Artemisia Herba - Alba Asso) ☸ Essential oils ☸ Base / General
Artemisia herba-alba is a specific Artemisia species indigenous to Morocco that provides the essential oil known as Armoise (Mugwort).Armoise Essential Oil can be used in trace amounts to provide lift to top note accords; to add a fresh, green, naturalness; and to accentuate other green notes such as Galbanum, Common and White Sage, Rosemary.
Mugwort Essential Oil is herbal fougere mens cedarleaf minty camphor sage bitter-sweet. Smells very fresh, cool, highly diffusive, bittersweet-camphoraceous with soft green undertones and a pleasant, sweet herbaceous and tea-like drydown.
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (May 26, 2022)
Armoise Essential Oil (Artemisia Herba - Alba Asso) ☸ Essential oils ☸ Medicine / Health
Armoise Oil is a pungent middle note, and as such we recommend using it at no more than a 0.25% dilution in blends for topical use due to the thujone content. Use drop-by-drop when adding to blends so as not to overpower other oils.Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (May 26, 2022)
Anise Myrtle Essential Oil (Syzygium Anisatum) ☸ Essential oils ☸ Spiritual Practises
Anise Myrtle essential oil purifying, protective, awareness-enhancing, and psychic-enhancing properties make it a popular choice for those seeking spiritual guidance and connection.Purification: This essential oil is believed to have purifying properties that can cleanse negative energy and purify the soul. It can help remove spiritual blockages and promote a sense of inner peace and harmony.
Protection: Anise Myrtle essential oil is believed to offer powerful protection against negative energy and unwanted influences. It can create a shield of positive energy around the user, helping to ward off negative thoughts, emotions, and intentions.
Connection to higher consciousness: Anise Myrtle essential oil is believed to enhance spiritual awareness and promote a deeper connection to higher consciousness. It can help the user connect with their intuition, higher self, and spiritual guides, and promote a deeper understanding of their spiritual journey.
Psychic abilities: Anise Myrtle essential oil is believed to enhance psychic abilities, including clairvoyance, clairaudience, and clairsentience. It can help the user tap into their intuitive gifts and receive guidance and insight from the spiritual realm.
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (May 19, 2022)
Omani Frankincense Resin (Boswellia Sacra) ☸ Ingredients ☸ Spiritual Practises
In the ancient world Frankincense resin was valued more than gold and in our time it is a rare and unique gift. The scent is historically connected with healing and spirituality in almost every culture and religion.Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (February 12, 2020)
Omani Frankincense Resin (Boswellia Sacra) ☸ Ingredients ☸ Food / Cooking
Only Green Boswellia Sacra resin can be used internally (chew, drink its water or extract), because this is the only species that biochemical composition is safe to consume internally.According to Oman people traditions, Frankincense is the best chewing gum and spice for sweets.
Frankincense resin strengthens teeth and gums, improves digestion, removes accumulated mucus, makes a fresh and pleasant smell in mouth.
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (January 17, 2020)
Omani Frankincense Resin (Boswellia Sacra) ☸ Ingredients ☸ Medicine / Health
Main qualities of Frankincense resin and essential oil:
Support immune system;
Prevent bacterial invasion;
Prevents fungal dissemination and grow;
Prevents viral invasion;
Has like antiseptic activity;
Balance immune system and act as a anti-inflammatory,
Helps heal wounds and scars.
According ancient sources, Frankincense has a lot of healing qualities, so it can be called Panacea for every disease: starting from cold, ending at cancer.
When chewing Frankincense Resin or drinking its water, helps to concentrate, focus when doing mental activity or work, and at the same time remove stress and unnecessary thoughts flow.
In Oman people add small Frankincense piece in a glass or bottle of water for the night, and in the morning, they drink it. According to century old experience, Frankincense Resin not only helps to improve digestion, but increases immunity to various diseases, improves memory and concentration, improves the beauty of the skin.
In Oman people add small Frankincense piece in a glass or bottle of water for the night, and in the morning, they drink it. According to century old experience, Frankincense Resin not only helps to improve digestion, but increases immunity to various diseases, improves memory and concentration, improves the beauty of the skin.
The smoke of burning resin is a traditional remedy for headaches.
Light exposition to Frankincense smoke helps to soothe tired and irritated eyes.
The smoke of burning resin is a traditional remedy for headaches.
Traditionally, the smoke of Frankincense incense is inhaled to relieve the symptoms of cold. It is a great support for respiratory system.
Frankincense has anti-inflammatory effects that may help reduce joint inflammation caused by osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
Researchers believe that Frankincense can prevent the release of leukotrienes, which are compounds that can cause inflammation.
Terpenes and boswellic acids appear to be the strongest anti-inflammatory compounds in Frankincense.
In humans, Erankincense extracts may help reduce symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
The boswellic acids it contains might prevent cancer cells from spreading.
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (January 17, 2020)
Omani Frankincense Resin (Boswellia Sacra) ☸ Ingredients ☸ Beauty / Cosmetics
People in middle east scent their clothes and home with Frankincense Resin, incense is obligatory in marriage and traditional ceremonies.
Women use incense as a home perfume. Traditional women wouldn’t even go out of the house or back without standing above burning incense or resin for a while. In that way they perfume their body, hair and clothes and clean.
The smoke of incense is also used as a cosmetic for smooth skin, keep youthful and beautiful look. Instead of applying cream they just keep their face in the incense smoke.
Women use incense as a home perfume. Traditional women wouldn’t even go out of the house or back without standing above burning incense or resin for a while. In that way they perfume their body, hair and clothes and clean.
The smoke of incense is also used as a cosmetic for smooth skin, keep youthful and beautiful look. Instead of applying cream they just keep their face in the incense smoke.
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (January 17, 2020)
Pomegranate Seed Oil (Punica Granatum) ☸ Base oils ☸ Medicine / Health
Research has shown that
Pomegranate Seed oil can have a notable effect on insulin resistance,
which is very good news for someone who is struggling with diabetes
or at high risk of developing that condition.This oil effective for protecting the immune activity on the skin, preventing many of the airborne pathogens from taking hold on the body’s largest organ.
According to a 2017 study published in the Molecules journal, Punicic acid, the primary active ingredient in Pomegranate Seed oil, as well as conjugated Linoleic acid has anti-proliferative effects on breast cancer.
Another review article published in the Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine stated that Pomegranate and its products have anticarcinogenic effects against prostate cancer (Punicic acid).
Pomegranate Seed oil contains a magical compound, a new essential fatty acid to know about - Punicic acid. It’s also called omega 5 and it has been found to reduce inflammation, fend off free radicals and show cancer-fighting abilities. It also helps thicken skin and improve elasticity making it useful for scarring.
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (August 14, 2019)
Pomegranate Seed Oil (Punica Granatum) ☸ Base oils ☸ Beauty / Cosmetics
The antioxidant
phytochemicals and vitamins found in Pomegranate seed oil can help reduce
signs of premature aging, improve collagen formation, and neutralize
free radicals that cause oxidative stress in the skin. Using this oil topically on the face can help to clear up signs of pimples and acne. The antibacterial and antioxidant effects of Pomegranate Seed oil can help eliminate the bacteria that causes acne and also rebalance oil levels on the skin.
It also helps unclog pores on the face to help in relieve the symptoms of acne. It also assists with unclogging scalp pores to promote hair growth.
The natural antioxidants present in Pomegranate Seed oil help to protect the skin from the harmful free radicals, aid in regulating the production of sebum and help treat hormonal imbalances in the body which consequently help in treating and preventing acne while the moisturizing effect of this nutrient-rich oil revitalizes and rejuvenates the skin to help it look smooth, soft and flawless.
Pomegranate Seed oil contains a form of Pro-estrogen, which is compatible with your natural hormones, and its hormone supporting and balancing effect has an amazing effect on skin texture.
This oil is extremely concentrated, so only a very small amount is required for the effects to be felt. The many benefits of the oil come from its high levels of Punicic acid, Vitamin C, Flavonoids, Linoleic acid, and Oleic acid, among various other active components.
This oil helps to treat skin problems like eczema, psoriasis and sunburns. Its potent healing qualities are helpful in repairing wounds, cuts, pimples, cracks and other break outs on the skin without leaving any scars or marks behind.
Submitted by OperaDreamhouse (August 14, 2019)
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