Flowers are harvested when they are at the peak of blooming, and the rhizomes in autumn, when nutrients and healing constituents are stored in the roots for winter.

Uses

Arnica creams, ointments, gels and tinctures are the usual forms. Homeopathic “pillules” and gels are also common forms of the herb. Arnica is applicable in the following situations and injuries.

* Local trauma (bumps, bruises, swelling)

Sprains, bruises, and other blunt trauma to the body can be treated with arnica, provided the skin is not broken. It is especially effective when swelling is present. Arnica moves fluid through tissues, keeping it from accumulating, and improves the blood flow to the injured area.

Prevention of excessive swelling can prevent bruising, and enhanced circulation promotes healing of the injury. Arnica also helps with muscle pain, and a lotion rubbed into the sore areas can be very effective. Some women have reported great success with homeopathic arnica in the reduction of post-partum swelling.

* Post-surgical healing

Arnica has been reported to increase the reabsorption of blood in cases of internal bleeding. It is anti-inflammatory, which helps reduce the swelling often associated with surgical wounds. Internal, homeopathic remedies are the best for post-surgical treatment, as rubbing anything on a surgical wound that is not directed by a physician could have adverse effects.

* Shock

Homeopathic arnica remedies have been used successfully to alleviate the effects of shock.

Cautions with Arnica Use

This article has several references to using arnica by mouth, but the only time arnica should be used internally is in the form of homeopathic remedies (pillules or liquids). The arnica used in the manufacture of the homeopathic substances is diluted to the point that no actual arnica remains in the remedy.

The actual herb should never be taken internally; it is considered poisonous. Using teas or tinctures by mouth can result in intestinal bleeding and cramps. It should also not be used on broken skin, as dermatitis can result.

When used with appropriate caution, arnica is a valuable herb. Homeopathic arnica can be carried in the pocket or purse and taken sublingually (under the tongue) or applied to the knees and foreheads of small children (who always seem to be falling and bumping various parts of their bodies!). The tincture can also be carried for topical use. Small children seem to benefit particularly from arnica remedies.

Here is a list of common ailments and symptoms, with the colors that can be helpful in healing them. We also include several easy ways to use colors for healing. It’s all right here:

We do not recommend that you use color therapy instead of allopathic medical treatment, but as a helpful partner along with more conventional therapies.

Red: anemia, cold, leukemia, numbness

Orange: agoraphobia, alcoholism, arthritis, common cold, constipation, depression, fatigue, gallstones, gout, kidney disease, liver disease, rheumatism, muscular stiffness, ulcers

Yellow: arthritis, jaundice, rheumatism

Green: angina, chest pain, gastric ulcer, heart disease, peptic ulcer, trauma, tumors, warts

Turquoise: abscess, acne, asthma, boils, cold sore, dermatitis, eczema, fatigue, fever, hay fever, pneumonia, stings, stress, swelling, tension

Blue: anxiety, acne, asthma, backache, blisters, bruises, burns, cough, cramp, dermatitis, earache, emphysema, flatulence, gallstones, German measles, glandular fever, hay fever, hernia, herpes, hiccups, influenza, itching, laryngitis, lumbago, mumps, PMS, sneezing, sores, sprains, stammering, stiffness, stings, stress, sunburn, tonsillitis, toothache, wheezing

Violet: conjunctivitis, earache, menopause, mental illness, myopia, neuralgia, paranoia, warts

Magenta: fainting, headache, migraine, morning sickness, nausea, shock, stroke, vomiting

How to Use Color for Healing

1) Use colored lights, visualize colors or use crystal massage wands of various colors to stimulate reflexes in your hands, feet and on your body. Combining color with crystals with reflexology stimulation – and even further combining it with aromatherapy oils – can dramatically increase effectiveness.

2. Simply visualize or imagine the color in your mind as you bathe or lie quietly on your bed, in order to restore your well-being.

3. Purchase a colored light bulb in the shade you need. Insert into your bathroom fixture or portable lamp (making sure it is a safe distance from the water) and use it while you take a healing bath.

4. Use natural food coloring in the bathwater. Several drops won’t affect your skin and will tint the water to a gentle hue.

5. Burn a candle in the appropriate color as you meditate, bathe, or simple lie quietly.

The use of thimerosal in children and adults with autism can produce unwanted side effects and patients and their families should communicate their desire for alternative means of immunization. Physicians also usually recommend that siblings of those with autism take the same precautions. People who suffer from autism should also keep thimerosal out of their personal care products, make up and any other medications such as eye drops or throat sprays.

Common places this preservative is found include but is not limited to:
eye ointments
contact lens solutions
eye drops
antibiotic ointments
antitoxins
cosmetics
make up removers
eye moisturizers
soap free cleansers
nose drops
tuberculin testing
desensitization solutions

According to the North American Contact Dermatitis Group a Thimerosal Allergy is the fifth most common allergen that affects people in the United States.

While completely removing thimerosal from the individual environment may be almost impossible it is possible to reduce the daily exposure by using make up, cosmetics, make up removers and contact lens solutions without the chemical.

A thimerosal allergy is often found only on the skin. Patients who have allergic reactions to the chemical may find that they develop a rash around an injection site or have a severe conjunctivitis from the preservative found in their contact lens solution.

There are groups of people who appear to be more at risk to a thimerosal allergy. These include women, cooks, and healthcare workers. The increased thimerosal allergy reactions in these groups maybe because of the increased exposure. Women often use make up and contact lens solutions with the preservative and cooks and healthcare workers are often exposed through the immunizations they are required to receive for their work.

Thimerosal is also known as Mercuochrome, Merzonin, Merthiolate, Mertorgan, Sodium ethylmercurithiosalicylate, Merfamin, Thiomersal, Thiomersalan, and Thiomersalate. This isnt a comprehensive list of the various chemical names used for this preservative.

Although there may not be obvious allergic reactions, or side effects, of the use of this preservative in people who arent allergic the question remains what reactions are being initiated in the bodies of adults and children who are exposed to this preservative in their antibiotics, immunizations and personal care products?

The first is called UVA-1 Phototherapy. In this type of therapy, a narrow band of light is used to penetrate deeply into the skin. This is the newest one around and doctors have claimed that it is more focused and intense compared to other types since it does not burn the skin in therapeutic doses.

One of the advantages of this type of therapy is the fact that it can target large areas of skin without the side effects of oral or topical medications. It is currently being used to treat patients who are also suffering from dermatitis or dyshidrosis which is a condition that causes blisters on the palms of the hands and soles of the feet and morphea, thought to be an autoimmune disease that is localized to the skin and causes thickening and discoloration.

Since it is quite new, it is only available in a few hospitals in the US. During the session, a machine will emit UVA light directly over the affected area. Treatment usually takes 12 minutes and patients can keep coming back several times in a week. Some patients experience itchiness or redness after but this quickly disappears after a session.

Most patients have at least 4 to 5 therapy sessions in the first week and then cut this down to two or three in the succeeding weeks. You will see improvements after three weeks and doctors claim that there are no traces of this after a few months.

Aside from UVA-1 Phototherapy, you have narrow band UVB. This is the most common form of phototherapy around. The word narrow band refers to a specific wavelength of radiation so most of the time the patient is exposed to 311 nanometers of ultraviolet radiation.

The reason why it is the most common form aside from the fact that there are a lot of facilities that have it is the fact that your exposure time to the ultraviolet light is much shorter as well the course of treatment. It is more likely to clear your skin condition and you will enjoy a long remission period before it appears again.

Aside from eczema, this form of treatment is used to treat patients suffering from dermographism, early cutaneous T-cell, lichen planus, lymphoma, polymorphous light eruption, pruritus, and vitiligo.

The third type is PUVA which stands for Psoralen and UVA treatment. Psoralens are found in plants and can only be sensitized when this is taken either orally or applied topically. When applied with UVA, the patient does not have to be exposed too long to the radiation.

This process works by taking Psoralen orally an hour before UVA treatment. If the patient is not able to handle it, the hospital must provide a bathing system or a topical version of psoralens. Afterwards, the patient wears protective goggles during treatment and for the next 24 hours.

PUVA is given 2 to 3 times a week for a period of 3 months. Post treatment or maintenance therapy is one session a week. Each time the patient leaves the clinic, he or she must avoid exposure to sunlight for the next 24 hours.

Eczema treatment using light is safe and effective. You should consider it if you have this skin condition.

Due to the effects of these oils on the reproductive organs, and the sensitivity of the foetus, they should not be used at all during pregnancy.

* Ajowan
* Angelica
* Anise star
* Aniseed
* Basil
* Bay laurel
* Calamintha
* Cedarwood (all types)
* Celery seed
* Cinnamon (leaf)
* Citronella
* Clary sage
* Clove
* Cumin
* Cypress
* Fennel (sweet)
* Hyssop
* Jasmine
* Juniper
* Labdanum
* Lovage
* Marjoram
* Myrrh
* Nutmeg
* Parsley
* Penyroyal
* Peppermint
* Rose
* Rosemary
* Snakeroot
* Sage
* Tarragon
* Thyme (red)

High blood pressure: Oils to avoid

* Black pepper
* Hyssop
* Lemon
* Lemongrass
* Nutmeg
* Rosemary
* Sage
* Thyme

Low blood pressure: Oils to avoid

* Chamomile
* Lemon
* Lavender
* Marjoram
* Ylang Ylang

Diabetes: Oils to avoid

* Angelica

Kidney problems: Oils that should be avoided

* Juniper

Homeopathic treatments: Oils to avoid

* Black pepper
* Camphor
* Eucalyptus
* Peppermint

Depression: Oils to avoid

* Basil

Epilepsy: Oils to avoid

* Fennel
* Hyssop
* Sage
* Rosemary

Oils that are phototoxic

These are oils which can cause the skin to darken (in patches, not in a tan) if exposed to direct sunlight.

* Angelica root
* Bergamot
* Cumin
* Ginger
* Lemon
* Lime
* Loveage
* Mandrain
* Orange
* Verbena

Sensitive skin: Oils to avoid

These oils may cause eczema or dermatitis with people who have sensitive skin.

* Aniseed
* Basil
* Bay
* Benzion
* Bergamot
* Cade
* Cajut
* Cananga
* Cedarwood
* Chamomile
* Citronella
* Garlic
* Geranium
* Ginger
* Hops
* Jasmine
* Lemon
* Lemongrass
* Loveage
* Mastic
* Melissa
* Mint
* Orange
* Pine
* Styrax
* Tea Tree
* Thyme
* Valerian
* Vanilla
* Violet
* Yarrow
* Ylang Ylang

Tea tree oil was first used by the Bundjalung Aborigines living in the Northeast Corner of what is now New South Wales, Australia. They would pick the oil-covered leaves of the tea tree and rub them on their skin to alleviate cuts, bites, burns, and other skin ailments. They made a dressing for wounds by grinding the leaves into a paste. They also crushed the leaves to use as an insect repellant.

There are several kinds of tea trees. Yet, the most potent medicinal oil is called Melaleuca alternifolia.

Dr. A. R. Penfold, a chemist in Sydney, found that tea tree oil was 13 times stronger in killing bacteria than carbolic acid, the universal standard antiseptic in the early 1900�s. The Medical Journal of Australia published a study that tea tree oil was effective in treating pus filled infections of the skin and infected nail beds, and helped speed recovery from sore throats when the oil was gargled. Another study published in the Medical Journal of Australia in 1990 found tea tree oil as effective in treating acne as benzoyl peroxide, with fewer side effects. It is also effective in treating burns, thrush, and bacterial and fungal infections.

Tea tree oil can also be used for animals; Bites, cuts, stings, rashes, dermatitis, lice, mange, ringworm, fleas, and ticks are just a few of its veterinary uses.

Melaleuca oil may be applied full strength or diluted in water or other type of oil like olive oil. Most tea tree oil that is produced is added to skin and beauty care products, such as deodorants, shampoos, and mouthwashes. Industrial-grade oils are used as disinfectants, floor detergents, and can be added to air conditioning and ventilation systems to kill mold and fungus.

As we rediscover nature�s natural medicines through modern research, a new world of therapies is opened to us. Natural therapies are often as effective as drugs, but without the side effects. Many medicinal drugs contain properties to heal that no synthetic drug has been able to mimic.

About the author

This article was written by Vanessa Pruitt, a work at home mom promoting wellness in our everyday lives. To learn more about the benefits of Melaleuca oil, and about the products Vanessa uses in her home, email her at peetred@hotmail.com To learn more about working from home promoting wellness visit her website at http://www.TriCityMoms.com

The first natural remedy is probiotics. This is good bacteria and we have this inside our bodies. It suppresses the growth of bad or harmful bacteria in our system, influences our immune function and strengthens the digestive tract’s protective barrier.

Since there are not enough probiotics inside the digestive tract of infants, nursing mothers are encouraged to breast filled their babies as the milk also contains galacto-oligosaccharides that help probiotics grow in the body especially during the first six months.

Studies have shown that over a two year period, infants that are breast fed have less risk of suffering from eczema later on in life.

Children and adults can also drink probiotics. A good example of this is Yakult which is made from a mixture of skimmed milk powder, sugar and water that is ultra-heat treated and then fermented using a live probiotic strain called Lactobacillus casei Shirota.

You can buy this in the grocery and now, there are two types to choose from namely Yakult Original and Yakult Light. Both contain Lactobacillus casei Shirota in equal amounts, but the Light version has less sugar. So you know which is which, Yakult Original has a red lid while Yakult Light is the one in the blue.

We know that there are creams and ointments available to treat eczema. But did you know that there are products made of natural ingredients? You can find some made from herbal extracts of chamomile, licorice and witch hazel.

But before you try any topical herbal product, check first with your doctor if it is safe for you to use because some herbs like chamomile may cause dermatitis.

Aside from applying the natural product to your skin, you can also take it in orally. There are supplements around that can help treat and prevent eczema. Some examples of these include evening primrose oil with a dose of 500mg. daily, MaxEPA fish oils 1,000 mg. three times a day, Vitamin C and bioflavonoids both 1,000 mg daily, Vitamin A 10,000 I.U. daily and Zinc 50 mg. daily. You should also eat fish at least twice a week.

Taking a bath is also another natural form of eczema treatment. Instead of using soap and water, you will be using oatmeal. All you have to do is put in one or two cups into a tub of lukewarm water. Afterwards, you will need to apply a moisturizer on your damp skin to keep it moist.

If you dont like the idea of taking a bath in oatmeal, try mixing one-teaspoonful of comfrey root, one-teaspoon of slippery elm bark, one-teaspoon of white bark, and two cups of water together in a bowl. After boiling it for 35 minutes and giving it some time to cool, get a face towel and wash this over the affected skin. It may not remove the itch but it can help decrease the urge to scratch it which is important because scratching could just make things worse.

Eczema treatment can be done naturally, with creams or ointments and medication. The important thing to keep in mind when you choose to use any of these products is that it must work.

Angelica — Herb Seeds Roots — Cough, Cold, Fever, Flatulence, Indigestion.

Aniseed — Herb Seed Pod — Indigestion, Coughs, Bronchitis, Catarrh.

Apricot — Kernel- Oil — From the kernel premature skin aging, inflammation, dryness use 100% minerals and vitamins.

Avocado Pear Oil — From the fruit dry skin, eczema Add 10% to base oil vitamins, protein, lecithin, fatty acids.

Basil Herb:- Whole Plant — Bronchitis, Fatigue, Colds, Loss of concentration, Migraine, gout, Aches & Pains, Depression, Fainting, Mental Fatigue, Migraine, Nausea, Nervous Tension, Stimulating.

Bay — Tree, Leaves — Sprains, Colds Flu, Insomnia, Rheumatism, Antiseptic, Decongestant, Tonic.

Benzoin- Tree, Trunk — Coughs, Itching, Arthritis, Colds, Sedative.

Bergamot — Peel of fruit — Fevers, Acne, Tension, Wounds, Coughs, Stress, Anti-depressant, Uplifting.

Birch — Tree, Bark — Gout, Rheumatism, Eczema, Ulcers.

Black Pepper- Vine, Berries — Colds, Aches, Influence, Flatulence, Rheumatism.

Bois de Rose — Tree, Wood — Tonic, Coughs, Headaches, antidepressant.

Borage — Seed, Oil — PMT, MS, Menopause, Heart disease, Psoriasis, Eczema, premature aging, regenerates skin, 10% dilution gamma acid, vitamins, minerals.

Cajeput -Tree — Antiseptic, Pain Reliever, Lung Congestion, Neuralgia, Acne.

Carrot — Root — Seeds — Gout, Ulcers, Flatulence, Eczema, Psoriasis, Diuretic.

Carrot Oil — Carrots — Premature Aging, itching dryness, psoriasis, 10% in base oil vitamins, minerals, beta-carotene.

Cedarwood — Tree, Wood — Bronchitis, Catarrh, Acne, Arthritis, Diuretic Lung Congestion, Eczema, Encourages Sexual Response.

Chamomile — Nervous conditions, Insomnia, antibacterial, disinfectant, anti-inflammatory, teething, sunburn, psoriasis, eczema, asthma, hay fever, diarrhea, sprains, nausea, fever, depression, Contain azulene, (Uplifting), Toning.

Chamomile Mataricaria — Chamomile Herb, Flowers, Leaves — Nerves, Migraine, Acne, Inflammation, Insomnia, Menstrual Problems, Dermatitis Eczema, Psoriasis, Inflammatory Diseases, Burns, Nervous Tension, Neuralgia, Insomnia, Contains Azulene.

Chamomile Roman — Athemis Nobilis Herb Flowers Leaves — Nerves, Migraine, Acne, Inflammation, Insomnia, Menstrual Problems, Dermatitis.

Champhor — Tree, Wood — Coughs, Colds, Fevers, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Stimulating .

Cinnamon — Anti-viral, Antiseptic, Circulatory, Heart, Digestive, Respiratory Stimulant. Antispasmodic, Aphrodisiac, anti-venom eugenol –antiseptic.

Cinnamon — Tree, Twigs Leaves Flu, Rheumatism, Warts, Coughs, Colds, Viral infections

Citronella — Grass, Insecticide, Deodorant, Tonic, Stimulant.

Clary-sage — Herb, Flowering Tops — Depression, Nerves, Sore Throat, Aches and Pains, Debility, Sedative Uplifting.

Clove — antibacterial, antiseptic, analgesic, toothache, digestive problems, muscular disorders, asthma, nausea, sinusitis, sedative, nerve tension, general weakness, Antispasmodic do not use undiluted on skin.

Clove Tree – Flower, Buds — Nausea, Flatulence, Bronchitis, Arthritis, Rheumatism, Toothache, Diarrhea, Infections, Analgesic, Antiseptic.

Coriander Herb – Seeds of ripe fruit, leaves — Indigestion, influenza, Fatigue, rheumatism, Flatulence, Nervousness, Analgesic.

Corn Oil — Corn — Soothing on all skins 100% protein, vitamins, minerals.

Cumin Herb – Seeds, Fruit — Indigestion, Headache, Liver Problems, Stimulant.

Cypress — Leaves & Shoots — anti-viral, Astringent, antispasmodic, Coughs, rheumatism, Flu, Wounds, Muscle, Nerve, Tens Veins.

Cypress — Tree, Leaves Twig — Menopausal Problems, circulatory Conditions, Rheumatism, Colds, Whooping Cough, Nervous Tension, Hemorrhoids, Wounds, Astringent.

Dill Herb – Seeds, Fruit — Flatulence, Indigestion, Constipation, Nervousness, Gastric Upsets, Headaches.

Eucalyptus — distilled Cooling, protecting, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibiotic, diuretic, analgesic, deodorizing, coughs, cystitis, candida, diabetes, sunburn.

Eucalyptus — Tree,Leaves, Twigs — Sore Throats, Coughs, Bronchitis, Sinusitis, Skin Infections, Ulcers, Sores, Rheumatism, Aches & Pains, Antiseptic, Anti-inflammatory .

Eucalyptus Lemon — Tree, Leaves, Twigs — Dandruff, Scabs, Sores, Candida, Asthma, Fever, Fungal infections, Skin Infections, Sore Throats.

Eucalyptus Peppermint — Tree,Leaves, Twigs — Ulcers, Sores, Coughs, Colds, Fever, Respiratory Problems, Viral Infections, Headaches, Flu, Rheumatism, Arthritis.

Eucalyptus Radiata — Tree, Leaves,Twigs — Viral Infections, Colds, Coughs, Bronchitis, Whooping Cough, Rheumatism, Muscular Strains. Antiseptic.

Evening Primrose Oil — PMT, MS, menopausal problems, heart disease, psoriasis, eczema, prevents premature aging 10% gamma lineolenic acid, vitamins, minerals.

Fennel Herb – Seeds — Digestive Problems, Menopausal Problems, Obesity, Constipation, Kidney Stones, Nausea, Diuretic.

Frankincense — Tree, Bark — Sores, Wounds, Fevers, Coughs, Colds, Stress, Bronchitis, Laryngitis, Nervous Conditions.

Geranium — -chilblains, cosmetic, endometriosis, menopause, diabetes, throat infections, nerve tonic, sedative, uterine & breast cancer, frostbite, infertility, antiseptic, astringent, skin Skin toner, Adrenal, Hormones, Relaxing, Uplifting, Moisturizing, Toning.

Ginger — Root — Stimulating, Rheumatism, Muscular Aches, Pains, Sprains, Broken Bones, Colds, Nausea, Diarrhea, Alcoholism, Digestive Disorders.

Grapefruit — Tree — Rind Lethargy, Tonic, Obesity, Kidney & Liver Problems, Migraine, Antidepressant, Aid in Drug Withdrawal Treatment .

Grapeseed Oil — all skins 100% base oil vitamins, minerals, protein.

Hazelnut Oil — from the kernel — slight astringent base oil 100% vitamins, minerals, protein.

Hops Plant — Buds & Flowers — Neuralgia, Bruising, Menstrual & Menopausal Problems, Rheumatism, Nerves, Diuretic, Sedative Analgesic.

Hyssop Herb – leaves & Flowering Tops — Bruises, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Coughs, Colds, Sore Throats, Viruses, Blood Pressure Circulation, Nervous Tension, Asthma, Tonic.

Immortelle Flower – Flowering Tops — Bacterial Infections, Rheumatism, Muscle Aches, Weakness, Lethargy, Depression, Respiration, Colds, Flu, Fever, Fungicide.

Inula odorata — anti-viral.

Jasmine — Bush, Flowers — Nervous Tension, Depression, Menstrual Problems, Laryngitis, Anxiety, Lethargy, Relaxant.

Jojoba Oil — from the bean — inflammation, psoriases, eczema, acne, hair care, penetrates 10% protein, minerals, waxy collagen like substance.

Juniper Tree/Bush – Berries — Tonic for nervous system, digestive stimulant, Diuretic, Acne, Coughs, Ulcers, Fatigue, Rheumatism, Sores, Urinary Infections.

Lavender — Burns, prevents scarring, antibiotic, antidepressant, sedative, immunoactive, Wounds, relaxing, Moisturizing, Antiseptic, Toning, Eczema, Tension, Insomnia, Asthma, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Bacterial Conditions, Headaches, Dermatitis, Fainting.

Lemon Grass — Grass, Whole Plant, Antiseptic, Infections, Headaches, Sore Throats, Respiration, Fevers, Tonic, Insect Repellent .

Lemon Oil — Tree,Rind of Fruit — water purifier, antiseptic, antibacterial oil, verrucas, insect bites, tension headaches, lymphatic tonic, digestive stimulant, disperse cellulite, slimming, anti wrinkle, Diuretic, Stimulating, Anxiety, Astringent, Antiseptic, BP Vitamin C, Carotene (A) Bioflavonoids.

Lime — Tree,Rind — Fevers, Rheumatism, Sore Throats, Headaches, Anorexia, Alcoholism, Depression, Anxiety Astringent, Tonic.

Mace Tree – Peel of Fruit — Indigestion, Weakness, Bacterial Infections, Gout, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Circulation.

Mandarin — Tree, Rind — Insomnia, Nervousness, Liver Problems, Digestion, Anxiety, Tonic, Tranquilizer.

Marjoram Herb — Flowering Tops — Relaxing, Sprains, Bruises, Colds, Rheumatism, Intestinal, Cramps, Menstrual Problems Anxiety, Asthma, Bronchitis, Insomnia, Circulation, Muscular Disorders.

Melissa — Herb,Leaves — Relaxing, Nervousness, Bacterial & Fungal Infections, Diarrhea, Eczema, Sedative, Cardiac Tonic.

Myrrh — Tree, Bark/Resin — Antiseptic, Astringent, Tonic, Healing Agent, Dermatitis Coughs, Mouth and skin ulcers, Bacterial & Fungal Infections.

Neroli — Blossoms –Bitter Orange Tree — Antidepressant, Aphrodisiac,Antiseptic, Digestive Aid, Sedative, Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis, Diarrhea, Fungicide, Insomnia, Relaxing, Moisturizing.

Niaouli — Leaves and stems- Melaeleuca Tree Antiseptic, Soothing Agents,Pain Reliever, Decongestant

Gomenol Bush – Leaves, Twigs, Anti-viral, Wounds, Infections, Bacterial Disease, Sore Throats, Burns, Respiration, Acne.

Nutmeg — Tree,Seed — Nausea, Vomiting, Muscle Aches, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Nervousness, Insomnia, Cardio Stimulant.

Olive Oil — rheumatic conditions, hair care, soothes 10% protein, minerals, vitamins.

Orange Tree – Rind of Fruit — Depression, Anxiety, Constipation, NervousConditions, Muscular Spasm, Tonic, Sedative Antiseptic.

Oregano — Herb,Leaves & Flowering Tops — Anti-viral, Bronchitis,Rheumatism, Respiration, Muscle Pain, Digestion.

Palma Rosa — Grass — Skin infections, Anorexia, Tonic.

Parsley — Herb, seeds — Nervous Conditions, Kidney Problems, Menstrual and Menopausal Problems, Sedative, Diuretic.

Patchouli — Plant — Antidepressant, Sedative, Aphrodisiac Anxiety, Acne, Eczema, Herpes, Ulcers (Skin) “Tired Skin” .

Patchouli — Plant,Leaves — Skin Inflammations, Fungal infections, Acne,Eczema, Dandruff, Antiseptic, Diuretic Insecticide.

Peanut Oil 100% base oil protein, vitamins, minerals.

Peppermint — Herb, Whole Plant — Inflammation, Nausea, Indigestion, Fevers, Flatulence, Headaches Migraine, Liver Problems, Arthritis, Stimulant.

Peppermint — digestive, respiration, circulation, anti-inflammatiory,antiseptic, gas, flu, migraine, Fatigue, Migraine, Asthma, Bronchitis,Stimulating.

Petitgrain — Tree,Leaves, Twigs — Anxiety, Insomnia, Depression, Antiseptic, Tonic, Aids Convalescence.

Pimento — Tree,Berries, Twigs — Flatulence, Indigestion, Cramps, Intestinal Problems, Colds, Rheumatism, Muscular Strains, Depression, Tonic, Tranquilizer.

Pine — Needles, Bark, Berries — Antiseptic, Diuretic, Stimulant adrenal glands, Bladder, Kidney, Chest infections, Infections, Fatigue, Rheumatism, Gout, Flu, Bronchitis, Muscle Pain, Diuretic, Respiration Sore Throats,Colds, Circulation, Muscle pain, Turpentine.

Ravensara — Bush, Leaves — Viral Infections, Liver Infections, Lung Infections, Respiratory Problems, Antiseptic.

Red thyme — anti-viral.

Rose — Flower –Depression, aphrodisiac, Female organ regulator, astringent,Sedative, Heart tonic, Stomach Liver, Uterus, Nausea, Headache, Insomnia, Skin Care, Relaxing, Toning Moisturizing, Antiseptic.

Rose Bulger (Bulgarian) Bush – Flowers Petals, Anxiety, Depression, Circulatory Problems, Menopausal Problems, Antiseptic, Tonic.

Rose Maroc (Morocco) – Bush, Flowers, Petals — Menstrual Disorders, Depression, Stress, Tension, Circulatory Conditions, Tonic, Sedative.

Rosemary — Herb — Physical & Mental stimulant, muscular conditions, antiseptic, sprains, arthritis rheumatism, depression, fatigue, memory loss, migraine, flu, diabetes, hair care, Antiseptic, Stimulating, Toning.

Sage — Herb,Plant — Tonic, Antiseptic, Diuretic, Blood Pressure, Female Reproductive System, Sores, Fatigue, Nervousness, Asthma, Bronchitis, Low Blood Pressure, Bacterial Infections, Rheumatism, Arthritis, Sprains, Fibrosis, Astringent.

Sandalwood — Tree — Antiseptic, Tonic, Aphrodisiac, Fatigue, Impotence, Relaxing, Uplifting, Acne, Cystitis, Moisturizing, Menstrual Problems, Skin Infections, Fungal & Bacterial Infections, Sedative.

Sesame Oil — psoriasis, eczema, rheumatism, arthritis 10 % dilution vitamins, minerals, proteins, lecithin, amino acids.

Soya Bean Oil — 100 % base oil protein, minerals, vitamins.

Spearmint — Herb,Leaves, Flowering Tops — Flatulence, Indigestion, Intestinal Cramps, Fevers, Nausea, Colic, Hemorrhoids.

Sunflower Oil — base oil 100 % vitamins, minerals.

Sweet Almond oil — From the kernel — itching, soreness, dryness, inflammation use 100% Glucosides, minerals, vitamins, protein.

Tagetes — Plant,Flowers — Fungal Infections, Skin Infections, Cuts, Sprains, Strains, Wounds, Circulation Antiseptic.

Tangerine — Uplifting.

Tea Tree — Tree, Leaves, Twigs — anti-viral, anti-fungal, antibacterial, Antiseptic, Colds, Influenza, Cold Sores, Warts, Verrucas, Inflammation, Acne, Burns, Candida, Shock, Hysteria.

Thyme Red (Vulgaris) — Herb, Leaves, Flowering Tops — Bacterial Infections,Urinary Infections, Rheumatism, Lethargy, Sores, Wounds, Stimulant Tonic, Raises Immunity.

Thyme Red (Vulgaris) — Thyme linalol anti-viral, eliminates toxic wastes, whooping cough, warts, neuralgia, fatigue, acne, Hair & skin care, cooking, antiseptic powders, Fatigue, Skin Inflammation, Antiseptic, Only diluted, overuse causes thyroid problems.

Valerian Plant – Roots — Sedative, Calming, Nervous Conditions, Trembling, Neuralgia, Insomnia, Palpitations, Sedative, Tranquilizer .

Vetiver — Roots of Grass — Calming, Anxiety, Nervous Tension, Insomnia, Rheumatism, Muscle Relaxant, Antiseptic, Tonic.

Violet — Leaves, Plant – Inflammations, Kidney Problems, Obesity, SkinInfections, Fibrosis, Rheumatism, Analgesic and Liver Decongestant.

Wheat germ Oil — eczema, psoriasis, premature aging, 10% dilution protein, minerals, vitamins.

Wintergreen — Herb – Stimulating.

Yarrow — Herb,Leaves, Flowering Tops — Inflammations, Cramps, Constipation,Circulation, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Menstrual Problems, Astringent.

Ylang-Ylang — Tree,Flowers — Sedative, Antiseptic, Aphrodisiac, High Blood Pressure, Intestinal Infections, Impotence, Uplifting, Moisturizing, Anxiety, Depression, Sedative, Tonic.

Acne is a common skin disorder which causes pimples. Pimples develop when hair follicles under the skin clog up. Many pimples form on the face, neck, back, chest, and shoulders. It can affect anyone ranging in age from 10 to 40. Acne is a red and irritating skin rash which mainly affects teenagers and young adults however it can occur at all ages. Acne can have a short term psychological effect as decreased self-confidence can lead to social withdrawal and even depression.

Psoriasis is a chronic disease of the skin which affects over 5 million people in the United States. Typical characteristics of psoriasis include dry, red patches of skin and inflammation. Psoriasis is not contagious and may be inherited. There are several types of psoriasis, each similar to the others in many respects. The most common type of is plaque psoriasis which affects approximately nine out of ten people with psoriasis.

Skin affected by plaque psoriasis is red and covered with silvery scales. Circular or oval shaped red plaques which may itch or burn are typical of plaque psoriasis and the patches are usually found on the elbows, knees, trunk, or scalp, but may be found on any part of the skin. Plaque psoriasis patches are very persistent and may not go away.

Warts can appear on any part of the body, especially on the hands. There are a lot of medical remedies for warts, but most of the time natural remedies were more efficient. Using vitamin A on a wart has been a proven effective way to treat and remove them. If warts develop on legs it is advised to keep legs dry as warts thrive on a humid environment.

Our skin is the first part of our body which is exposed to any harmful factors in the atmosphere. Because of this is it not surprising that skin diseases are very common. There are both common skin diseases and rare ones. Rare skin diseases may occur at the level of your scalp. A lot of skin disorders are produced by allergies to different foods. It is important to know what food or which ingredient from a food may cause an allergic reaction and remove it from the diet.

Eczema is a general term for many types of skin inflammation, also known as dermatitis. The most common form of eczema is a-topic dermatitis and may affect people of any age. Eczema is most common in infants and will permanently resolve by age three in about half of affected infants. In others, the condition tends to recur throughout their lifetime.

People with eczema often have a family history of the condition or a family history of other allergic conditions such as asthma and hay fever. Doctors do not know the exact cause of eczema, but an abnormal function of the immune system is believed to be a factor. Changes in the weather or psychological stress for some people can lead to outbreaks of eczema.

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Skin Dr. is a natural, safe, effective herbal and homeopathic remedy that is a combination of selected herbs and biochemic tissue salts known for their ability to cleanse and purify the entire system, support healthy lymphatic functioning and treat the symptoms of a range of skin conditions, including psoriasis, eczema, acne, dandruff, cradle cap, herpes blisters, as well as itchy skin conditions like chicken pox and allergic rashes. Taken internally, Skin Dr. helps to balance and hydrate the skin, improve the supply of oxygen at cellular level, promote skin healing and remove dead and infected cells. Skin Dr. treats your skin from the inside out!

HealWarts treatment is formulated to remove body warts including common, verruca, flat warts; genital warts including venereal, vaginal, penis, anal; and plantar warts including planter/planters warts. Our specially formulated Heal Warts removal treatment is 100% natural, produced from the highest quality pure essential oils extracted from plants. Our HealWarts formula will eliminate all strains of warts with no skin irritation or scarring.

Properties: Stimulant, antiseptic, tonic, expectorant, analgesic, anticonvulsant, antineuralgic, antirheumatic and astringent.

Uses: Respiratory System: Bay’s antiseptic quality is useful inbronchitis, colds and flu.

Skin: A good tonic for the hair and scalp, bay stimulates hairgrowth and also helps to clear dandruff.

Emotion: Bay is slightly euphoric, lifting the spirits. Itstimulates imaginative decisions, is distinctive and inspiresconfidence.Promotes courage in the submissive.

Blends:

Respiratory:
bay 5 drops
benzoin 4 drops
eucalyptus 3 drops

Skin:
bay 5 drops
cedarwood 5 drops
rosemary 3 drops

Emotion:
bay 5 drops
grapefruit 4 drops
ginger 2 drops

Urinary:
benzoin 7 drops
celery 4 drops
niaouli 2 drops

Muscular:
benzoin 7 drops
marjoram 4 drops
juniper 3 drops

Respiratory:
benzoin 6 drops
eucalyptus 5 drops
thyme 3 drops

Skin:
benzoin 5 drops
myrrh 2 drops
chamomile 2 drops

Reproductive:
benzoin 6 drops
sandalwood 3 d
bergamot 3 drops

Emotion:
benzoin 6 drops
rose 4 drops
clary sage 2 drops

Benzoin:

Colour and Odour: Benzoin resinoid is thick and dark goden-brown in colour, having a most pleasant aroma resembling vanilla. It is one of the heavier oils and is an excellent fixative.

Description: The benzoin tree grows in tropical Asia, where it is also cultivated. The natural gum is collected from deep incisions made in the tree trunk; it hardens on exposure to the air.

Background: Long used in antiquity as an incense. Known in Europe during the Middle Ages when it was used as a compound tincture for inhalation. It was then called ‘Friar’s Balsam’.

Note: Benzoin is a resinoid and cannot be obtained as a pure essential oil. The resinoid is the natural extract from the tree, which is then diluted with a sovent (benzyl alcohol). This makes it easier to pour and handle, as the natural product is very thick and difficult to use.

Properties:Warming, energizing, circulatory stimulant, sedative, decongesting, expectorant, diuretic, carminative.

Uses: Urinary System: Antiseptic property good for cystitis.

Respiratory System:Tonic to the lungs. Effective for colds, flu, bronchitis and asthma, clearing and expelling congested mucus. Also good for coughs, sore throat and loss of voice.

Reproductive System: Excellent for leucorrhoea.

Muscular System: Good for rheumatism. (wondering if this is good for Fibro as well?!)

Skin: Soothing for conditions where there is redness, irritation and itching, such as cracked skin or chapped hands, chilblains and dermatitis. A good remedy for wounds and sores.

Emotion: Calming and comforting for crisis states involving sadness, loneliness, depression and anxiety. Especially good for dispelling anger. In times of great exertion, benzoin eases emotional exhaustion, is energizing and increases physical strength. The scent of benzoin stimulates the conscious mind and counteracts indifference. Benzoin is protective against life’s crisis. It also releases past tensions and resentments.

ABDOMINAL CRAMPS Lavender, Clary Sage, Rosemary, Ginger, Basil, Peppermint, Anise, Fennel

ACCUMULATION OF TOXINS Birch, Carrot Seed, Juniper

ACNE Bergamot, Chamomile, Geranium, Lavender, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Tea Tree, Vetiver, LemonGrass, Rosewood, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus Radiata, Orange, Neroli

AGING SKIN Frankincense, Helichrysum, Cypress, Rose, Lavender, Patchouli, Sage, Geranium, Rosewood, Sandalwood

ALLERGIES Chamomile, Lavender , Melissa, Patchouli, Ledum, Nutmeg

AMENORRHOEA (Missing or scanty periods) Basil, Fennel, Clary Sage, Marjoram, Myrrh

ARTHRITIS Benzoin, Birch, Black Pepper, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Juniper, Helichrysum, Balsam Fir, Rosemary, Oregano, Clove, Nutmeg, Tansy, Elemi, Peppermint

ASTHMA Clary Sage, Cypress, Frankincense, Lavender, Marjoram, Hyssop

ATHLETES FOOT Tea Tree, Myrrh, Balsam Fir, Lavender, Peppermint, LemonGrass

BOILS Lavender, Tea Tree, Thyme, Myrrh, Frankincense, Birch

BRONCHIAL INFECTIONS (Including Colds, Flu & Bronchitis) Basil, Benzoin, Cajeput, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Frankincense , Ginger, Immortelle,Lavender, Marjoram, Myrtle, Peppermint, Pine Needle, Sandalwood, Tea Tree, Thyme

BRUISES Fennel, Lavender, Parsley Seed, Helichrysum, Cypress, Balsam Fir, Clove, Nutmeg, Amyris

BURNS Lavender, Balsam Fir, Helichrysum, Melissa

CATARRH Eucalyptus, Lavender , Pine Needle, Thyme

CELLULITE Birch, Fennel, Geranium, Grapefruit

CHILBLAINS (Cold extremeties – poor circulation) Black Pepper, Lemon, Marjoram, Goldenrod, Helichrysum, Cypress, Myrtle, Orange, Grapefruit, Clove, Peppermint, Geranium, Nutmeg

CHILDRENS TUMMY UPSETS Mandarin, Chamomile

COLD SORES Bergamot , Eucalyptus, Tea Tree

COLIC Black Pepper, Chamomile, Marjoram, Peppermint

CONGESTED SKIN Geranium, Grapefruit

CONSTIPATION Black Pepper, Ginger, Peppermint, Fennel, Tarragon, Anise

COUGHS Benzoin, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus , Ginger, Immortelle, Marjoram, Myrtle , Pine Needle,Tea Tree , Thyme

CRACKED & CHAPPED SKIN Benzoin, Myrrh, Patchouli, Roman Chamomile, Neroli, Rose, Palmarosa, Sandalwood, Rosewood, Lavender, Spikenard

CUTS Lavender, Tea Tree, Rosemary, Eucalyptus Globulus, Cypress, Birch, Thyme, Oregano, German Chamomile, Lavandin, Mountain Savory, Peppermint

CYSTITIS Oregano, Mountain Savory, Tea Tree, Thyme, Cistus, Juniper, Rosemary, Clove

DANDRUFF Lavender, Tea Tree, Cedarwood, Balsam Fir, Western Red Cedar, Rosemary, Sage

DERMATITIS Lavender, Juniper, Ledum, Kaffir Lime, Celery Seed, Cistus, Roman Chamomile, German Chamomile, Geranium, Rosewood, Thyme

DIARRHEA Peppermint, Ginger, Mountain Savory, Oregano, Clove, Nutmeg, Lemon

DRY SKIN Roman Chamomile, Neroli, Rose, Palmarosa, Sandalwood, Rosewood, Lavender, Spikenard, Myrrh

DYSMENORRHOEA (Painful periods/menstrual cramps) Clary Sage, Rosemary, Hops, Sage, Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Cypress, Tarragon, Vitex

DYSPEPSIA (Indigestion) Peppermint, Fennel, Cumin, Ginger, Spearmint, Nutmeg, Orange, Grapefruit

ECZEMA Lavender, Juniper, Ledum, Kaffir Lime, Celery Seed, Cistus, Roman Chamomile, German Chamomile, Geranium, Rosewood, Thyme

FLATULENCE Peppermint, Tarragon, Nutmeg, Anise, Fennel, Ledum

GREASY SKIN Bergamot, Chamomile, Geranium, Lavender, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Tea Tree, Vetiver, LemonGrass, Rosewood, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus Radiata, Orange, Neroli

HEMORRHOIDS (Piles) Cypress, Helichrysum, Myrrh, Lemon, Spikenard, Basil, Peppermint

HAIR CARE Birch, Rosemary, Ylang Ylang

HEARTBURN Peppermint, Fennel, Cumin, Ginger, Spearmint, Nutmeg, Orange, Grapefruit

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE (Hypertension) Lavender, German Chamomile, Goldenrod, Clove, Roman Chamomile, Ylang Ylang, Cypress, Helichrysum

INDIGESTION Peppermint, Fennel, Cumin, Ginger, Spearmint, Nutmeg, Orange, Grapefruit

INFLAMED JOINTS Birch, Spruce, Cypress, Peppermint, Mountain Savory, Marjoram, Rosemary, Oregano, Helichrysum, Thyme, Nutmeg

INFLAMMATION Birch, Helichrysum, Clove, Nutmeg, Lavender, Ravensara, Thyme, German Chamomile, Cypress, Myrrh, Hyssop, Peppermint, Spruce

INSECT BITES & STINGS Lavandin, Eucalyptus Globulus, Citronella, Tea Tree, Peppermint, German Chamomile, Rosemary

LARYNGITIS AND SORE THROATS Cypress, Eucalyptus Radiata, Lemon, Frankincense, Ravensara, Thyme, Oregano, Peppermint, Myrrh, Sage

LEUCORRHOEA (White vaginal discharge) Bergamot, Lavender, Myrrh

LUMBAGO (Lower Back Pain) Marjoram, Nutmeg, Basil, Birch, Helichrysum, German Chamomile, Elemi, Peppermint

MENOPAUSAL PROBLEMS Cypress, Geranium, Clary Sage

MENORRHAGIA (Heavy periods) Cypress, Basil, Fennel, Clary Sage, Marjoram, Myrrh

METRORRHAGIA (Bleeding between periods) Frankincense, Basil, Fennel, Clary Sage, Marjoram, Myrrh

MUSCULAR ACHES AND PAINS Basil, Black Pepper, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Grapefruit, Immortelle, Lavender, Marjoram, Rosemary, Peppermint, Myrrh, Birch, Clove

NAUSEA Tansy, Nutmeg, Peppermint, Patchouli, Ginger

NEURALGIA Chamomile, Marjoram, Helichrysum, Peppermint, Juniper, Nutmeg

OBESITY Birch, Fennel

EDEMA/WATER RETENTION Ledum, German Chamomile, Cedarwood, Birch, Pepprmint, Lavender, Grapefruit, Juniper, Orange, Fennel, Geranium, Clove

PMT/PMS Hops, Clary Sage, Sage, Fennel, Anise, Vitex, Geranium, Blue Yarrow

POOR CIRCULATION Black Pepper, Ginger , Pine Needle, Rosemary

PRURITIS (anal itching) Bergamot, Myrrh, Tea Tree

PSORIASIS Roman Chamomile, Tea Tree, Patchouli, Helichrysum, Rose, German Chamomile, Lavender

PYORRHOEA (Bronchial Asthma) Clary Sage, Cypress, Frankincense, Lavender, Marjoram, Hyssop, Basil, Benzoin, Cajeput, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Ginger, Immortelle, Myrtle, Peppermint, Pine Needle, Sandalwood, Tea Tree, Thyme

RASHES Chamomile

RHEUMATISM Benzoin, Birch, Chamomile, Eucalyptus , Ginger, Juniper,Lavender, Marjoram, Rosemary

RINGWORM Myrrh

SCARS Frankincense , Petitgrain, Lavender

SINUSITIS Pine Needle

SKIN CARE Carrot Seed, Cedarwood, Palmarosa, Rosewood

SORES Eucalyptus, Lavender

SPOTS Lavender, Tea Tree

SPRAINS & STRAINS Chamomile, Lavender

STOMACH CRAMPS Clary Sage, Peppermint

STRETCH MARKS Mandarin, Lavender

SWEATY FEET Cypress

TEETHING PAIN Chamomile

THRUSH Tea Tree

TOOTHACHE Cajeput, Chamomile, Clove

URETHRITIS Cedarwood, Tea Tree

VAGINITIS Tea Tree

VARICOSE VEINS Cypress, Helichrysum, Basil, Peppermint, Lemon

CORNS & WARTS Lemon, Tea Tree

WEEPY SKIN CONDITIONS Myrrh

WOUNDS Chamomile, Lemon, Myrrh, Tea Tree

PHYSICAL, MENTAL, SPIRITUAL AND EMOTIONAL ANGER Ylang Ylang

ANXIETY Bergamot, Petitgrain

BOREDOM Lemongrass

DEPRESSION Basil, Bergamot , Immortelle, Lavender , Lime, Sandalwood

DULL DAYS Grapefruit, Lemongrass, Lime , Orange

GRIEF Melissa

HEADACHE Chamomile, Lavender

NERVOUS EXHAUSTION & FATIGUE Basil, Peppermint, Rosemary

INSOMNIA Chamomile, Lavender, Marjoram

LOSS OF APPETITE Bergamot

MIGRAINE Lavender

NERVOUS TENSION & STRESS Benzoin, Bergamot, Chamomile, Clary Sage,Cedarwood, Frankincense, Lavender, Sandalwood, Vetivert.

VERTIGO Lavender, Peppermint

SHOCK Peppermint, Petitgrain

FEVERS Eucalyptus, Lemongrass

INSECT REPELLENT Lemongrass; Citronella, Lavender

There many different types of eczema which are allergic (contact dermatitis), asteatotic (affects the legs, manly in the elderly), atopic (affects the face, neck, elbows and knees), discoid (round lesions that affect the trunk and leg), lichen simplex (caused by irritation of the skin), photoallergic (caused by sunlight on sensitive skin), pompholyx (affects the fingers, hands and soles of the feet), seborrhoeic (affects the face and scalp) and statis (affects the lower leg).

Eczema has been linked to food allergies, so it would be wise to consult a nutritional therapist to discover which foods trigger the eczema. Typical trigger foods for eczema are diary products, wheat, soya, nuts and eggs also other chemicals additives in foods such as histamine, salicylates, benzoates and aromatic compounds found in spices can trigger eczema symptoms. In studies, when heavy coffee drinkers stopped drinking coffee their eczema symptoms improved, so coffee may well be another food allergy for eczema sufferers. Avoiding irritants such as hot water and soap can also be beneficial to eczema sufferers. Following a vegan type diet with plenty of seeds, leafy green vegetables, whole grains would be beneficial to the eczema sufferer.

The following supplements may help if you are suffering from Eczema.

Aloe Vera gel
Borage oil
Evening primrose oil
Fish Oil
Multivitamins and multiminerals
Probiotics
St John’s Wort
Vitamin C
Vitamin E

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ClearSkin-E Eczema Cream is a natural, safe herbal treatment for relief from symptoms including red, itchy and scaly skin; inflamed areas that may weep or bleed when scratched; blistering; cracked and painful skin; and risk of infection in severe cases. Regular use of Eczema Cream will reduce redness and dry skin, relieve discomfort and itching, prevent infection, and reduce scarring. It is recommended that Eczema Cream be used together with a course of Native Remedies‘ ImmunityPlus to strengthen the immune system and help prevent further outbreaks of Eczema in the future. Eczema Cream will give relief from irritation and discomfort almost immediately. Continued use will reduce the eczema patches until they disappear or are greatly reduced, depending on severity. Thereafter, Eczema Cream can be used whenever a new outbreak occurs, as early as possible to prevent the scratching that usually exacerbates it. Formulated by a clinical psychologist, ClearSkin-E Eczema Cream is pharmaceutically manufactured to the highest standards.

About the author:

Stewart Hare C.H.Ed Dip NutTh – Advice for a healthier natural life

http://www.newbeingnutrition.com

For those looking for alternatives to traditional medicine, you may want to look into the benefits of evening primrose oil.

Evening primrose has been used for hundreds, if not thousands, of years among Native American tribes. Medical science has been studying this herb and found that it has healing properties which may be beneficial for a number of illnesses and conditions.

While all parts of the evening primrose plant can be used medicinally, it is the oil from this flowering plant that is most effective. Evening primrose oil is made by gathering the seeds of the plant and pressing them to release the oil. This oil contains gamma linolenic acid (GLA) which is an essential fatty acid.

One of the many uses of evening primrose oil is to counteract the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. This oil contains eight to ten percent GLA which is higher than many plants. By using evening primrose, many women notice breast pain, bloating, depression, and cramps are reduced each month. Some women have even found the symptoms have disappeared altogether. Follow the oral dosing instructions on the package to receive the most benefit from this oil.

Do you or someone in your family have eczema or another common skin problem? If you look at the ingredients on commercial skin treatments, you may find evening primrose oil listed on the label. This powerful oil has been proven effective for treating rashes, dry skin, eczema, and even acne.

Evening primrose oil is taken orally over the course of the day to treat eczema or atopic dermatitis. It can be given to children and adults. Dosages are generally determined by weight and guidelines are printed on the label.

Another benefit of evening primrose oil is the anti-inflammatory properties in has. If you or someone you know suffers from osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis, you may want to suggest they supplement their diet with evening primrose oil. Reports show those taking this supplement have decreased inflammation and joint swelling.

Diabetes and diabetic neuropathy are common today. Evening primrose oil has been shown to reduce the tingling, numbness, and sensation of loss that diabetics with neuropathy can suffer from. By supplementing the diet, evening primrose may help prevent the nerve damage associated with diabetes. The diabetics you know will thank you for suggesting they take this.

You’ll find evening primrose at many larger discount stores in the pharmacy section, at pharmacies, and at health food stores. If you can find evening primrose plants, you may even want to learn how to make your own herbal remedies. Now you know about the benefits of evening primrose oil, you might want to get some for yourself.

What is Psoriasis?

Typically psoriasis sufferers usually develop well defined red raised patches covered by silvery scales which form first on the scalp, behind the ears, on the back of the neck, between the shoulders, on elbows and knees or near fingernails and toenails.

Other areas of the body can also be affected including the back, the penis, the nails and even eyebrows. Individual psoriatic patches can spread and join together to affect quite a large area of the body. However, there are always psoriasis-free places where the skin looks normal, which is an important characteristic in diagnosing this condition.

The most common form of psoriasis is psoriasis vulgaris. Other forms include localized pustular psoriasis and exfoliative psoriatic dermatitis. Localized pustular psoriasis usually only appears on the soles of the feet and the palms of the hand; and instead of red, scaly patches there’s usually a mass of tiny yellow blisters. With exfoliative psoriatic dermatitis the entire skin is red and covered in fine scales.

How is Psoriasis usually treated?

Psoriasis cannot be cured although symptoms may disappear for long periods. Conventional treatment is aimed at controlling the condition and ranges from simple topical treatments such as moisturizing and lubricating products and corticosteroid creams to exposure to ultraviolet light. Very severe conditions may be treated with anticancer medications.

While conventional treatments can be very effective, they can also be extremely harsh ‘ especially in the long-term — and many treat only the external symptoms.

What is Skin Dr.?

Skin Dr. is a combination of selected herbs and biochemic tissue salts known for their ability to cleanse and purify the entire system, support healthy lymphatic functioning and treat the symptoms of a range of skin conditions, including psoriasis, eczema, acne, dandruff, cradle cap, herpes blisters, as well as itchy skin conditions like chicken pox and allergic rashes.

Taken internally, Skin Dr. helps to balance and hydrate the skin, improve the supply of oxygen at cellular level, promote skin healing and remove dead and infected cells.

Skin Dr. is used internally to:

* Treat the symptoms and underlying causes of psoriasis, eczema, acne, dandruff, cradle cap, as well as itchy skin conditions like chicken pox and allergic rashes
* Improve skin health and functioning and strengthen the membranes of cells in the skin
* Reduce the symptoms of dry, scaly skin.
* Treat and prevent watery and itchy skin and blisters
* Promote healthy cell renewal and remove dead and infected skin cells.
* Maintain the body’s water balance, keeping the skin fresh and hydrated without dry or weeping areas
* Cleanse and purify the system.
* Assist in the treatment of infectious childhood illnesses like mumps, chicken pox, scarlet fever and measles
* Improve lymphatic functioning and reduce lymphatic and glandular swelling (prostate, mumps, glandular fever, tonsillitis)

What are the ingredients of Skin Dr.?

Skin Dr. contains the following ingredients in our unique herbal/homeopathic formula:

Natrium Muriaticum 6C (Nat. Mur.) is a biochemic tissue salt which helps to maintain the body’s water balance and is an essential component of all living cells. This tissue salt has an excellent reputation for effectively treating eczema (dry and scaly as well as itching and weeping) as well as psoriasis and any other skin condition that is associated with blisters and watery discharge from the skin. It is also useful for the treatment of allergy rashes and all itching skin conditions, including chicken pox.

Kalium Muriaticum 6C (Kali. Mur.) acts as a blood and lymph cleanser, a waste eliminator and a natural anti-inflammatory. It is very helpful in relieving skin itching, blistering and inflammation and will also prevent skin infection caused by frequent scratching. Due to the lymph cleansing and skin soothing properties of this tissue salt, Kali. Mur. is also invaluable in the treatment of infectious childhood diseases like mumps, chicken pox, scarlet fever and measles. Additional benefits include the alleviation of conditions associated with inflammation and swelling such as arthritis, rheumatism, bursitis, prostate swelling as well as a range of other conditions.

Kalium Sulphate 6C (Kali. Sulph.) is a biochemic tissue salt that helps to distribute oxygen throughout the body and to each individual cell and keeps all cell membranes healthy. By providing essential oxygen to inflamed or infected cells, Kali. Sulph. effectively assists healing, reduces inflammation and removes infected or dead cells. This tissue salt is well-known for its ability to treat stubborn eczema and psoriasis and is equally effective in treating other skin conditions such as acne, ringworm, dandruff, herpes blisters, warts and fungal infections of the skin and helps to promote the growth of new cells. Other uses include the treatment of sinus and respiratory congestion, hot flashes and joint pains.

Galium aperine (Cleavers) is a herb which has been used in folk medicine for many centuries as a cleansing tonic and lymphatic cleanser and blood purifier. Regular use helps to expel toxins from the body and therefore assist in the treatment of chronic skin conditions like eczema, psoriasis and acne. Also useful for conditions involving inflammation and swelling of glands (glandular fever, tonsillitis, mumps and prostate swelling) and for urinary problems like cystitis or urinary gravel.

Trifolium pratense (red clover) has anti-inflammatory, diuretic and antispasmodic properties and is also well known as a cleansing herb for skin complaints, including eczema and psoriasis. Its ability to improve lymph functioning and reduce lymphatic swellings helps to purify and detox the system.

Lactose: Skin Dr. is presented in small lactose tablets. The amount of lactose used is very small and is generally well tolerated even by people who are lactose intolerant.

(Skin Dr. contains no gluten, artificial flavors, colors or preservatives)

How has Native Remedies Skin Dr. helped others?

“After years of trying different treatments I can hardly believe that I have found one that makes a difference! I can recommend Skin Dr. tablets to any person who has psoriasis. Not only has my psoriasis cleared, but my whole skin tone is just so much better! Thank you for a wonderful product!” – Mrs B, UK

“I have had psoriasis since my middle teens and you can imagine how that affected me! I have a wonderful wife and great kids and am very happy, but still feel awkward when meeting new people – or starting a new job for example. Your Skin Dr. has helped very much and for the first time I feel positive that I have control over my condition, which I feel has controlled me for many years. That is saying a lot about a medicine and even a natural medicine but believe me I mean every word that I say!” – Gerald

“We used Skin Dr. internally and as a spray as you suggested when my little girl had chicken pox and it really worked wonders!” – Dan Frank

“I can recommend anyone with psoriasis should use the Skin Dr. remedy. I did not believe it could work when a friend with psoriasis emailed me about it, but I decided to try it and see. I can see a very big difference after only three weeks and I am told that this will continue. You will never know how happy I am that I listened to my friend’s advice!” – Sara

“Your team recommended Skin Dr. for my son’s acne in addition to your Acne Gel and Face Wash and there has been a big improvement. Thank you from both of us!” – Desiree

How do I use Skin Dr.?

Adults: Slowly dissolve two tablets under the tongue in a clean mouth two to three times daily. May be used continuously without side effects.

Babies and Small Children: Dissolve 1 – 2 tablets in a little warm water or milk twice daily.

Tip: Skin Dr. may also be dissolved in warm water and dabbed or sprayed onto the skin using a ‘spritzer’. Use four tablets in 250 ml water.

Note: Use our ClearSkin-E Cream (Eczema Cream) externally as a complement to internal treatment with Skin Dr.

NB: Safety during pregnancy has not yet been established.

How long until I see results?

Degree and speed of improvement differs from individual to individual, depending on many factors.

With regular use, improvement is often noted within 3 – 5 weeks or sooner.

Some people with severe chronic conditions may need to persevere for a little longer. Use our ClearSkin E (Eczema Cream) for external relief.

How long does one bottle last?

One bottle of Skin Dr. contains 125 tablets and will last for approximately one month, depending on frequency of use.

Parkinson’s disease affects millions of people. This neurological disorder can cause tremors of the hands, arms, and face. This is a progressive disease that, in some cases, can lead to severe disability.

While most people are aware that Parkinson’s disease causes neurological symptoms, it can cause other disorders of the body as well. Parkinson’s disease can affect the appearance of your skin.

Parkinson’s dermatitis is also known as seborrheic dermatitis. This is a common skin disorder that appears in various age groups for various reasons.

Seborrheic dermatitis is a red, itchy rash that is common on the scalp. It can also be present on the sides of the nose, on the skin behind the ears and around the eyelids and eyebrows. The good thing about seborrheic dermatitis is that it can easily be treated.

Seborrheic dermatitis outbreaks can be connected with hormone fluctuations, stress, and it is linked to neurological disorders, such as Parkinson’s disease. You should see a doctor if you suspect an outbreak of seborrheic dermatitis and it is causing you pain. You need to monitor the rash closely for evidence of infection. Anytime there is a rash or open areas on your body, you are at risk for getting infection.

If you have seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, you should try a shampoo that contains Pyrithione zinc. This is just one of the ingredients found in over the counter medicated shampoos that have been effective in treating seborrheic dermatitis. This shampoo should be used daily until your symptoms subside. The shampoo can then be used only a couple of times a week.

If you have seborrheic dermatitis in other areas besides your scalp, you may try over the counter anti-fungal creams to treat the rash. If this treatment does not work, then you need to see your doctor for a prescription corticosteroid cream.

Parkinson’s dermatitis can be quite common in the elderly. It is more of a nuisance than it is a health threatening condition. The rash that comes from Parkinson’s dermatitis can be very unsightly. Due to the appearance of the rash, the patient may insist on getting treatment to get rid of the rash.

Parkinson’s dermatitis is also called seborrheic dermatitis. If you or someone you love has Parkinson’s disease then it can be quite common for seborrheic dermatitis to occur. There is no need to panic if seborrheic dermatitis appears. Just do your research and find out the best options for getting rid of Parkinson’s dermatitis.

Skin Dr. is a natural, safe, effective herbal and homeopathic remedy that is a combination of selected herbs and biochemic tissue salts known for their ability to cleanse and purify the entire system, support healthy lymphatic functioning and treat the symptoms of a range of skin conditions, including psoriasis, eczema, acne, dermatitis, dandruff, cradle cap, herpes blisters, as well as itchy skin conditions like chicken pox and allergic rashes.

Taken internally, Skin Dr. helps to balance and hydrate the skin, improve the supply of oxygen at cellular level, promote skin healing and remove dead and infected cells. Skin Dr. treats your skin from the inside out!  Formulated by a clinical psychologist, Skin Dr. is pharmaceutically manufactured to the highest standards.

Parkinson’s disease can be a devastating disease in itself without the complications of Parkinson’s dermatitis. But if Parkinson’s dermatitis should occur, try an over the counter remedy. If the rash does not clear up with over the counter medication, it is time for a visit to your doctor.

Wet wrap therapy is all about wrapping wet bandages around the sore skin. It is a mixture of warm water and a special moisturizer and before you wrap yourself up, you have to soak yourself first in a bath with emollient oil so the skin will soon become moist. In cases when the eczema is severe, you can apply anti-itching cream first.

This type of therapy can be used on any part of the body including the face. To make it effective, the wet bandages should be wrapped over dry ones.

The advantage of wet wrap therapy is that it can rehydrate the damaged skin, make you sleep better, reduce the itching you feel and decrease the redness on your skin. This also prevents secondary infection because sometimes, you have the urge to scratch the affected area and without protection, you are sure to make things worse.

Such benefits have been proven in various studies. One study shows that 74% of children who underwent wet wrap therapy reduced their itching habits after just a week. Another study shows that children were able to sleep better because with the help of the moisturizer, they didn’t feel the need to scratch.

The only negative thing about wet wrap therapy is the preparation time. Children are not able to sit still for a long period of time making it difficult for whoever is wrapping them with the bandage. Another challenge is adjusting to the sensation of a wet bandage around their body which is quite understandable given that this is not something we are not accustomed to. In the end, you get used to it.

Luckily, for those who are impatient, an alternative will be to moisten your pajamas or whatever clothing you are using. Keep in mind that the temperature in the room must not be too cold because you are already feel cold due to the wet bandages.

Unlike light therapy that is used to treat eczema, this type of treatment is only done for a week or two. During that time, you have to keep the skin hydrated throughout the day with the help of a moisturizer. To make sure that the treatment is effective, you also have to stay away from allergens or other irritants that may cause eczema flare-ups.

Wet wrap therapy is not only used for mild eczema but also for severe atopic dermatitis. In fact, the advantages of this form of therapy are the same. Although doctors recommend it, there are those who are skeptic because of certain risks such as increased cutaneous infections and folliculitis.

Wet wrap therapy is just one of the many forms of eczema treatment now available. If ointments, creams or medication dont work, ask your doctor about it. Just like the other treatments, this can be done at home with the help of a family member as long as they are properly taught how to wrap the bandage around you and take it off.

ClearSkin-E Eczema Cream is a natural, safe herbal treatment for relief from symptoms including red, itchy and scaly skin; inflamed areas that may weep or bleed when scratched; blistering; cracked and painful skin; and risk of infection in severe cases. Regular use of Eczema Cream will reduce redness and dry skin, relieve discomfort and itching, prevent infection, and reduce scarring.

It is recommended that Eczema Cream be used together with a course of Native Remedies‘ ImmunityPlus to strengthen the immune system and help prevent further outbreaks of Eczema in the future. Eczema Cream will give relief from irritation and discomfort almost immediately. Continued use will reduce the eczema patches until they disappear or are greatly reduced, depending on severity.

Thereafter, Eczema Cream can be used whenever a new outbreak occurs, as early as possible to prevent the scratching that usually exacerbates it. Formulated by a clinical psychologist, ClearSkin-E Eczema Cream is pharmaceutically manufactured to the highest standards.

If you look closely at the affected area you will also notice that it has scaling that is yellowish. It will feel greasy to the touch. Seborrheic dermatitis not only affects the scalp but can attack the forehead, nose, eyelids and eyebrows. Rarely it attacks the areas underneath the breasts, buttocks, underarms and groin area.

The initial cause of this condition has not been determined but it is suspected that hormones and stress have a role in it’s development. There is no cure but there are things you can do to control the symptoms. There is a chance that it can go into remission but it typically comes back at a later date.

Infants are among the most likely to develop this problem. When it develops in them it is more commonly known as cradle cap. It can also appear around the groin and buttock area of them and mimic diaper rash. Children up to a year old and teenage boys are more prone to developing dandruff than other age groups.

Adults are affected, as well, with it being more common in men. Among adults those of middle age and the elderly are most affected. Things that can trigger it include a weakened immune system, Parkinson’s disease, high levels of stress and AIDS.

One of the most important things that can be done to keep this skin condition under control is to take good care of yourself. You need to make sure that your, or your baby’s, hygiene is top notch. Products that contain selenium sulfide or tea tree oil can be used to fight it off. This often comes in shampoo form in products like T-Gel, Tegrin or Selsun. If it appears on your face then you need to wash it with fresh clean water on a daily basis. If your beard is affected then you should shave the area clean. Doctors can prescribe stronger treatments usually in the form of medicated shampoos. Antifungal drugs may also be prescribed.

Make sure that, above all else, you take good care of yourself. Get plenty of sleep, exercise as often as possible and eat foods that are good for you. Try to get outside in the natural sunlight whenever you can but be sure to wear an appropriate sunblock to avoid unwanted affects.

Skin Dr. is a natural, safe, effective herbal and homeopathic remedy that is a combination of selected herbs and biochemic tissue salts known for their ability to cleanse and purify the entire system, support healthy lymphatic functioning and treat the symptoms of a range of skin conditions, including psoriasis, eczema, acne, dermatitis, dandruff, cradle cap, herpes blisters, as well as itchy skin conditions like chicken pox and allergic rashes.

Taken internally, Skin Dr. helps to balance and hydrate the skin, improve the supply of oxygen at cellular level, promote skin healing and remove dead and infected cells. Skin Dr. treats your skin from the inside out!  Formulated by a clinical psychologist, Skin Dr. is pharmaceutically manufactured to the highest standards.

*Do not ingest oils by mouth
*Keep out of eyes
*Many essential oils cannot be applied directly to the skin
*Research any essential oil in reference books, for specific precautions, warnings, etc.

As with any natural substance, the possibility exists for allergy… start with very small amounts and watch for reactions, then increase dosage, within the given guidelines

Pregnancy

The following oils should be avoided during pregnancy: basil, birch, cedar, clove bud, clary sage, cypress, fennel, jasmine, juniper marjoram, peppermint, rosemary, sage, thyme

Skin Irritants

These oils may irritate the skin, and should be diluted in a carrier oil before applying to the skin or used in a bath : basil, cinnamon, clove bud, fennel, Siberian fir, lemon, lemongrass, melissa, peppermint, thyme, tea tree, verbena

Photosensetivity

These oils can cause skin sensitivity in the presence of ultraviolet light and should NOT be used beofre exposure to direct sunlight: angelica, bergamot, mandarin, lemon, lime, petitgrain, St. John’s Wort, verbena

High Blood Pressure

The following oils should not be used by anyone with high blood pressure:hyssop, rosemary, sage, thyme Skin Allergies

Skin Conditions

If one is suffering from dermatitis or other allergic skin conditions then these oils should be avoided: benzoin, rose geranium, jasmine, pine, ylang ylang

Toxic oils

These oils should be avoided: bitter almond, mugwort, mustard, pennyroyal, rue, sassafrass, southernwood, tansy, wintergreen

People reach for what they have on hand, which might account for why common household products show up so frequently in strange home remedies. Who knew you could use Phillip’s Milk of Magnesia as an underarm deodorant instead of a laxative?

Perhaps the most versatile of all is Vicks VapoRub. This old-fashioned salve has been used for more than a century to ease chest congestion. But there is an astonishing assortment of other uses that people have invented.

Seven years ago we heard from Jane Kelley, RN, a foot care nurse in Massachusetts. She told us that some of her colleagues were using Vicks VapoRub on patients’ fungus-infected toenails.

Then we heard from another nurse that smearing Vicks on the soles of the feet could help a child with a cough sleep through the night. It wasn’t long before the floodgates opened and we began to hear about using Vicks on paper cuts, mosquito and fire ant bites and seborrheic dermatitis.

Some folks use Vicks to keep frisky kittens from scratching their legs. Others find it useful for softening calluses on their feet or scaly skin on elbows.

One woman insisted that Vicks can relieve the discomfort of hemorrhoids, but we generally advise against this application. John Welter, an essayist who tried it, reported that “The active ingredients in VapoRub—which I think are menthol, camphor and napalm—instantly engulfed my hemorrhoidal locality in spontaneous combustion.

There is another place one should probably not put Vicks. We recently received this message from a reader: “I was experimenting with Vicks VapoRub to see if it would help my jock itch. I inadvertently got some where I shouldn’t. I believe I have found a poor man’s Viagra!

This is not the first we had heard of this effect of Vicks.

Pharmacist Anna Barrigan told us of her experience in Alaska in the 1950s, when most of the jobs were in construction, gold dredges, bars and the military. With a ratio of 50 to 60 men for every woman, there were long lines outside the houses of prostitution every payday. The “ladies of the evening all got paid the same, so if they wanted to make more they had to work quicker. Apparently some of them sped things along with a tiny dab of Vicks in a critical location. According to Ms. Barrigan, “It would get the blood flowing to that organ in very little time. I guess this was a very early form of Viagra.

We urge readers NOT to try this at home! Vicks is intended for external use only and is not for delicate tissues.

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Seborrheic dermatitis is a condition that affects the sebum rich areas of the body such as the face and scalp. It is commonly aggravated by humidity, stress, trauma or changes in season. Seborrheic dermatitis is slightly more common in men than women and peak occurrence is during puberty. It does occur in babies and is commonly called cradle cap.

It is important to note early that AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) is a medical condition that is a result of a damaging assault to the immune system that leaves the immune system without the ability to fight infections. HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus), if the virus that provides the assault that ultimately damages the immune system. So AIDS seborrheic dermatitis is often a result of an HIV but can also be caused from one of the other illnesses that can trigger AIDS such as cancer.

Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin disease in the general public, affecting between 2 and 4% but affects the majority of patients who are affected by AIDS some 85%. The exact cause of the dermatitis isnt known but researchers theorize that it is the result of Pityrosporum ovale. And because HIV or AIDS changes the way the skin responds to the yeast patients with HIV or AIDS are at greater risk of developing the condition.

AIDS seborrheic dermatitis causes a redness of the skin, which then produces a yellow, waxy scale or flake. In people who dont suffer from AIDS the rash is mostly around the scalp, eyebrows, ears and mustache area. In individuals who are affected by AIDS the rash also appears on the chest, armpits, groin and back.

Seborrheic dermatitis is often treated with antifungal shampoo and topical corticosteroids in people both with AIDS and those without. Scientists have found that those patients who are being treated with antiviral therapy will have fewer outbreaks of AIDS seborrheic dermatitis. Often people with AIDS will find that the severity of the rash mimics the degree of deterioration to their health that they are experiencing from the infection.

Persons with AIDS seborrheic dermatitis should consult with their doctor if their condition doesnt respond to the typical treatments theyve been using. Early diagnosis and treatment of the condition can help to decrease the amount of discomfort they feel when the condition doesnt resolve quickly.

Although generalized seborrheic erythroderma is quite rare in those who dont have problems with their immune system it is more common in those with AIDS, congestive heart failure, Parkinson disease or immunosuppression in premature infants.

Most of the time a bee sting produces a mild reaction in dogs and cats much like it does in humans, who are not allergic to them.

If your pet is stung near the throat or mouth there is a chance their airways will become restricted. In this case, you need to take them to the vet right away.

When the sting occurs your pet will probably yelp when the barbed stinger enters their flesh. Then they might start rubbing the stung area on the ground or pawing at it in order to try and stop the pain. If their muzzle is swelled up then that is an obvious sign that they have been stung.

Be on the lookout for severe reactions in your pet. If the area becomes extremely inflammed, especially if it is near the mouth or throat, you should go to the vet straight away. Lethargy, disorientation, breathing problems, hyperactivity, anxiousness, weakness, trouble swallowing and fainting are all things that should be watched for after a bee sting. If you notice your pet suffering from any of these go to the vet and see what they have to say.

You should watch your pet closely for 24 hours after a bee sting to make sure that they are okay. The symptoms can often occur hours after the sting and symptoms will not always be apparent.

If you end up taking your pet to the vet they will probably receive an antihistamine, adrenaline or steroid injection. If your pet has been stung by more than one bee then they might need to be hooked up to an IV and be put into intensive care for a period of time. The vet might prescribe medication for your pet to take after he/she leaves the office.

If you can see the stinger in the skin make sure that you do not try and pull it out. Doing so might result in more venom being pushed into the skin when the stinger breaks. The best way to remove a stinger is to scrape it away with a fingernail or card.

You can ease the pain your pet is having by using Hamamelis virginianum which has been used for hundreds of years as a soothing skin remedy. Calendula officinalis is good for helping to stop the burning sensation of the sting. Melissa officinalis is great for soothing the skin where the sting happened. Apply any of these topically to help your pet feel better in short order.

Clenzor is a natural, safe and effective herbal topical tincture which has cleansing and disinfecting properties and also contains a blend of natural ingredients all specially chosen for their cleansing, soothing, disinfecting and healing properties.

Clenzor is formulated to effectively cleanse and disinfect your pet’s wounds, skin conditions and small injuries before you begin further natural treatment for the particular condition. Used together with our other topical creams and tinctures, Clenzor effectively cleanses, disinfects AND begins the healing process, while also providing soothing and analgesic relief for pets with a range of skin conditions like wounds, bites, abrasions, ringworm, fleabite dermatitis, poison ivy rash, bee stings, paw injuries, etc.

Homeopathy also helps in the emotional, mental or physical complaints. For example, there is a remedy available to help people to stop smoking.

The following are a list of conditions for which Homeopathy has a known remedy:

Abdominal Pain and Indigestion
Acne
Allergies: Contact Dermatitis {Skin Rash), Eczema, Hives, Upper Respiratory Tract Allergy {Hay Fever)
Anxiety and Fear
Asthma: Allergic, Reactive, Psychogenic
Back and Neck Problems: Stiff Neck, Lower Back Pain, Sacroiliac Sprain, Coccyx Injury, Sciatica
Bedwetting {Enuresis)
Bladder Infections {Cystitis) Boils
Canker Sores and Cold Sores
Chicken Pox
Colds
Conjunctivitis {Eye Inflammation or Pinkeye)
Constipation
Coughs
Diaper Rash
Diarrhea
Earaches: Otitis Media, Otitis Externa
Fever
Flu
Food Poisoning
German Measles
Grief and Sadness
Headaches: Muscle Contraction (Tension) Headache, Vascular {Migraine) Headache, Other Headaches
Hemorrhoids
Hepatitis
Herpes Simplex
Herpes Zoster {Shingles)
Impetigo
Insomnia
Irritability and Anger
Laryngitis
Measles
Menstrual Cramps and Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Mononucleosis
Motion Sickness
Mumps
Nausea
Neck Pain
Poison Oak or Ivy
Prostatitis
Ringworm and Other Related Fungal Infections
Sciatica
Sexually Transmitted Diseases
Sinus Problems (Sinusitis)
Sore Throats: Noninfectious, Viral, and Strep
Styes
Teething
Thrush
Urethritis
Vaginitis: Yeast Infections, Bacterial Infections, Trichomonas Infections, and Noninfectious Vaginitis
Vomiting
Warts

2. Diethanolamine (DEA), Triethanolamine (TEA) Often used in cosmetics as emulsifiers and/or foaming agents. They can cause allergic reactions, eye irritation and dryness of hair and skin. DEA and TEA are “amines” (ammonia compounds) and can form cancer-causing nitrosamines when they come in contact with nitrates. Toxic if absorbed into the body over a long period of time.

3. Diazolidinyl Urea, Imidazolidinyl Urea These are widely used preservatives. The American Academy of Dermatology has found them to be a primary cause of contact dermatitis. Two trade names for these chemicals are Germall II and Germall 115. Neither of the Germall chemicals contains a good antifungal agent, and they must be combined with other preservatives. Both these chemicals release formaldehyde, which can be toxic.

4. Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate A cheap, harsh detergent used in shampoos for its cleansing and foam-building properties. Often derived from petroleum, it is frequently disguised in pseudo-natural cosmetics with the phrase “comes from coconuts.” It causes eye irritation, scalp scurf similar to dandruff, skin rashes and other allergic reactions.

5. Petrolatum Also known as petroleum jelly, this mineral oil derivative is used for its emollient properties in cosmetics. It has no nutrient value for the skin and can interfere with the body’s own natural moisturizing mechanism, leading to dryness and chapping. It often creates the very conditions it claims to alleviate. Manufacturers use petrolatum because it is unbelievably cheap.

6. Propylene Glycol Ideally this is a vegetable glycerin mixed with grain alcohol, both of which are natural. Usually it is a synthetic petrochemical mix used as a humectant. It has been known to cause allergic reactions, hives and eczema. When you see PEG (polyethylene glycol) or PPG (polypropylene glycol) on labels, bewarethese are related synthetics.

7. PVP/VA Copolymer A petroleum-derived chemical used in hair sprays, styling aids and other cosmetics. It can be considered toxic, since inhaled particles can damage the lungs of sensitive persons.

8. Stearalkonium Chloride A quaternary ammonium compound used in hair conditioners and creams. Developed by the fabric industry as a fabric softener, it is a lot cheaper and easier to use in hair conditioning formulas than proteins or herbals, which are beneficial to the hair. Causes allergic reactions. Toxic.

9. Synthetic Colors Used to make cosmetics “pretty, ” synthetic colors, along with synthetic hair dyes, should be avoided at all costs. They will be labeled as FD&C or D&C, followed by a color and a number. Example: FD&C Red No. 6 / D&C Green No. 6. Many synthetic colors can be carcinogenic. If a cosmetic contains them, don’t use it.

10. Synthetic Fragrances The synthetic fragrances used in cosmetics can have as many as 200 ingredients. There is no way to know what the chemicals are, since on the label it will simply read “fragrance.”

Some problems caused by these chemicals include headaches, dizziness, rash, hyperpigmentation, violent coughing, vomiting, skin irritationthe list goes on. Advice: Don’t buy a cosmetic that has the word “fragrance” on the ingredients label.

Caution for using ANY and ALL essential oils:

Below you can find our Single Essential Oil Profiles which list the actions, benefits, indications, cautions and companion oils:

Angelica (Angelica Archangelica)
Action: Anticoagulant, sedating to the nervous system, reduces inflammation of intestinal wall. Emotionally it is calming, assisting in the release of pent-up negative feelings.
Indications: Bruises, colic, coughs, respiratory infections, indigestion, menopause, premenstrual tension, loss of appetite, rheumatic conditions.
Companion Oils: Patchouli, Vetiver, Clary Sage, most citrus oils.
Caution: Photosensitizing, avoid if diabetic.

Anise (Pimpinella anisum)
Action: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, diuretic, stimulant

Balsam Fir (Abies balsamea)
Action: Antitumoral, anticancerous, antioxidant, combats respiratory infections, antifungal. It may also ease the pain of arthritis and bursitis.
Caution: Possible skin irritant

Basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Action: Powerful antispasmodic, anti-infectious, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, decongestant (veins, arteries of the lungs, prostate), and is antibacterial.
Indications: Migraines, mental fatigue, scanty menstrual periods.
Other uses: Relaxing to both striated and smooth muscles, soothing for insect bites and stimulating to the sense of smell. It may help bronchitis and chest infections.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Wintergreen/Birch, Cypress, Geranium, Lavender, Lemongrass, Marjoram.
Caution: Do not use if epileptic

Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis)
Action: Antiseptic, antimicrobial, expectorant, mucolytic, anti-infectious, antibacterial (staph, strep, E. coli), and an anticoagulant.
Indications: Nerve damage, arthritis (rheumatoid), oral infections
Other Uses: May help with loss of appetite, asthmatic conditions, chronic bronchitis, hair loss (after an infection), lice, scabies, viral infections.
Caution: Use in moderation

Bergamot (Citrus bergamia)
Action: Calming, antiseptic, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, provides hormonal support.
Indications: Stress, loss of appetite, indigestion, agitation, depression, infection, inflammation, intestinal parasites, rheumatism, insomnia, vaginal candida, insect repellent.
Other Uses: May help bronchitis, cold sores, oily complexion, anxiety, nervous tension, coughs, urinary tract infections, respiratory infection, sore throat, thrush, tonsillitis.
Caution: Photosensitizing

Birch (Betula alleghaniensis)
(very similar in chemistry to wintergreen)
Action: Analgesic, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, liver stimulant, supports bone function
Indications: Arthritis, rheumatism, inflammation, muscular pain, tendonitis, hypertension, cramps. Birch and wintergreen contain an active principal similar to cortisone that is beneficial for bone, muscle and joint discomfort.
Other uses: May be helpful for cystitis, acne, bladder infection, gout, gallstones, edema, eczema, skin diseases, ulcers and urinary tract disorders.
Companion Oils: Wintergreen, Basil, Cypress, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Peppermint and Roman Chamomile.
Caution: Do not use if epileptic. Possible skin irritant. Skin test for allergies.

Black Pepper (Piper Nigrum)
Action: Toothache pain, expectorant, stimulates digestive secretions, reduces pain, dispels fever.
Other Uses: May increase cellular oxygenation, support the digestive glands, stimulate the endocrine system, increase energy and help rheumatoid arthritis. It may also help with loss of appetite, chills, cholera, respiratory infections, indigestion, constipation, coughs, diarrhea, dysentery, influenza, nausea, neuralgia, poor circulation, poor muscle tone, quinsy, sprains, toothache, vertigo, viruses and vomiting.
Companion Oils: Cumin, Fennel, Frankincense, Lavender, Marjoram, Rosemary CT Cineol, Sandalwood, other spice oils.
Caution: Possible skin irritant

Blue Tansy (Tanacetum annuum)
Action: Anti-inflammatory, reduces pain, relieves itching, is sedating to the nerves, is an antihistamine, hypotensive (helps with low blood pressure), and has hormone-like effects.

Blue Cypress (Callitris intratropica)
Action: Anti-inflammatory, antiviral, effective against herpes simplex, herpes zoster, cold sores, human papilloma virus. This essential oil is also useful as an insect repellent. It also relieves abdominal cramps and minor aches and pains.

Cajeput (Melaleuca leucadendra)
Action: Antimicrobial, mild analgesic, antispasmodic, antineuralgic, antiseptic (pulmonary, urinary, intestinal), insecticidal and can be used as an expectorant.
Indications: Arthritis, acne, respiratory infections, asthma, bronchitis, urinary complaints, coughs, cystitis, stiff joints, toothache, hay fever, bursitis, headaches, insect bites, intestinal problems, laryngitis, dysentery, psoriasis, rheumatism, sinusitis, oily skin, sore throat, and viral infections.
Companion Oils: Wintergreen/Birch, Eucalyptus Radiata, Juniper and Peppermint.

Calamus (Acorus calamus)
Action: Can be used to help digestive problems, nervous complaints and headaches. It is also used to increase the appetite.
Other Uses: Calamus can be used to help reduce the desire for tobacco. When rubbed on the feet it may help with foot odor. It also helps with asthma, bronchitis, colic, memory loss, stroke and depression.

Cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum)
Action: Antispasmodic (neuromuscular), antibacterial, expectorant and anti-infectious.
Indications: Indigestion, loss of appetite, coughs, debility, halitosis (bad breath), mental fatigue, headaches, heartburn, nausea and sciatica. Cardamom may also alleviate menstrual problems and irregularities.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Cinnamon, Cistus, Clove, Neroli, Orange, Rose and Ylang Ylang.

Carrot Seed (Daucus carota)
Action: Antiseptic, carminative, diuretic, hepatic, stimulant, vasodilator, smooth muscle relaxant.
Indications: PMS symptoms, dry skin, wrinkles, eczema, psoriasis, tonic to liver and gallbladder, jaundice.

Cassia (Cinnamomum cassia)
Action: Antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral
Caution: Possible skin irritant

Cedarwood (Cedrus atlantica)
Action: Mildly antiseptic and may be effective against hair loss, tuberculosis, bronchitis, gonorrhea and skin disorders such as acne and psoriasis. It can reduce the hardening of artery walls. It is high in sesquiterpenes which can stimulate the limbic region of the brain – the center of our emotions. It may also help stimulate the pineal gland which releases melatonin, an antioxidant hormone associated with deep sleep.
Indications: Bronchitis, anger/hysteria, hair loss, arteriosclerosis, diuretic, tuberculosis, calming, nervous tension, urinary infections.
Other Uses: Cedarwood may help with acne, anxiety, arthritis, respiratory congestion, coughs, cystitis, dandruff, psoriasis, sinusitis, skin diseases and fluid retention. It may help open the pineal gland. It also helps to reduce oily skin.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Cypress, Eucalyptus Radiata, Juniper, Rosemary CT Cineol.

Celery Seed (Apium graveolens)
Action: Antioxidant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, diuretic, hepatic, carminative, stimulant.
Indications: Used for bladder and kidney complaints, menstrual problems, digestive ailments. It has been found to have a liver regenerating effect.

Chamomile, German (Matricaria recutita)
Action: Sedating, calming, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, decongestant. It supports liver, digestive and gallbladder function, reduces scarring and relieves allergies.
Indications: Insomnia, nervous tension, stress, bursitis, tendonitis, inflammation, carpal tunnel syndrome, headaches, acne, liver and gallbladder disease, parasites, ulcers.
Other Uses: Cleanser of blood, helps increase liver function and secretion, supports the pancreas. Promotes the regeneration of skin and can be used for abscesses, burns, rashes, cuts, and dermatitis. It is also helpful for teething pains, acne, eczema, chronic gastritis, infected nails, cystitis, inflamed joints, menopausal problems, sores, skin disorders, stress-related complaints, toothaches, ulcers and wounds.
Companion Oils: Wintergreen/Birch, Fir, Geranium, Helichrysum, Hyssop, Lavender, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Tea Tree, Sandalwood, Spearmint, Spruce

Chamomile, Roman (Chamaemelum nobile)
Action: Calming for pre-anesthesia and tension, antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antiparasitic, skin regeneration.
Indications: May help calm and relieve restlessness and tension. Its anti-infectious properties benefit cuts, scraps and bruises.
Other Uses: Neutralizes allergies and increases the ability of the skin to regenerate. It is a cleanser of the blood and also helps the liver discharge poisons. This oil may help with allergies, bruises, cuts, depression, insomnia, muscle tension, nerves (calming and promoting nerve health), restless legs and skin conditions such as acne, dermatitis, eczema, rashes and sensitive skin. It can effectively minimize irritability and nervousness in hyperactive children.
Companion Oils: Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, Rose
Caution: Possible skin irritant

Cinnamon Bark (Cinnamomum verum)
Action: Highly antimicrobial, anti-infectious, antibacterial for a wide spectrum of infections. It is antiviral, antifungal (candida), a general tonic, increases blood flow when previously restricted and is a light anticoagulant.
Indications: Tropical infection, typhoid and vaginitis.
Other Uses: May be beneficial for circulation, infections, coughs, exhaustion, respiratory infections, digestion, rheumatism, warts. This oil also fights viral and infectious diseases and may be a sexual stimulant.
Companion Oils: All citrus oils, Frankincense, Cypress, Juniper, Geranium, Lavender, Rosemary CT Cineol, all spice oils.
Caution: Possible skin irritant; mucus membrane irritant

Cistus (Cistus ladanifer – also known as Labdanum)
Action: Anti-infectious, antiviral, antibacterial, powerful antihemorrhaging agent, helps reduce inflammation and is a neurotonic for the sympathetic nervous system.
Indications: Bronchitis, respiratory infections, coughs, rhinitis, urinary infections, wounds and wrinkles.
Other Uses: May strengthen and support the immune system (due to phenol action).
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Cypress, Juniper, Lavender, Lavandin, Patchouli, Pine, Sandalwood, Vetiver.

Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus)
Action: Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, insecticidal, insect repellent, deodorant.
Indications: Headaches, respiratory infections, neuralgia, fatigue and oily skin.
Other Uses: Can be used as an antiseptic to sanitize and deodorize surfaces. It makes an excellent insect repellent when combines with cedarwood.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Geranium, Lemon, Orange, Pine.
Caution: Possible skin irritant; possible contact sensitization from repeated use

Clary Sage (Salvia Sclarea)
Action: Antidiabetic, helps reduce high cholesterol, is estrogen-like, supports hormones, anti-infectious, antifungal, antispasmodic, relaxing, antibacterial, and may help with epilepsy, menopause and PMS.
Indications: Bronchitis, cholesterol, hemorrhoids, hormonal imbalance, PMS, insomnia, intestinal cramps, menstrual cramps, premenopause, weak digestion.
Other Uses: May be used for menstrual problems, depression, headaches, dandruff, insect bites, insomnia, kidney disorders, dry skin, throat infections, ulcers, circulatory problems and whooping cough.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Cedarwood, Lemon, Orange, Cypress, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Sandalwood.
Caution: Use caution with infants and children.

Clove (Syzygium aromaticum)
Action: Highly antimicrobial, antiseptic, analgesic, bactericidal, powerful antioxidant. It is hemostatic (blood thinning) and is also anti-inflammatory.
Indications: Infectious diseases, intestinal parasites, tuberculosis, respiratory infections, pain, toothache, scabies and infected wounds.
Other Uses: Clove oil can help prevent contagious disease and may treat arthritis, bronchitis, cholera, cystitis, dental infection, amoebic dysentery, diarrhea, tuberculosis, acne, fatigue, thyroid dysfunction, halitosis, headaches, hypertension, insect bites, nausea, neuritis, dermatitis, rheumatism, sinusitis, skin cancer, chronic skin disease, bacterial colitis, sores (speeds healing of mouth and skin sores), viral hepatitis, warts and lymphoma.
Companion Oils: Basil, Bergamot, Cinnamon Bark, Clary Sage, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Nutmeg, Orange, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary CT Cineol, Ylang Ylang.
Caution: Possible skin irritant; possible contact sensitization from repeated use; do not use if on blood thinners

Coriander (Coriandrum sativum)
Action: Anti-inflammatory, sedative effect.
Other Uses: May help with arthritis, diarrhea, respiratory infections, indigestion, digestive spasms, poor circulation, rheumatism, gout, general infections, measles, headaches, nausea, muscular aches and pains, neuralgia, skin conditions (acne, psoriasis, dermatitis), and stress. It may also help during convalescence and after a difficult childbirth. Because of its estrogenic content, coriander may regulate and help control pain related to menstruation.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Cinnamon, Citronella, Clary Sage, Cypress, Ginger, Jasmine, Neroli, Petitgrain, Pine, Sandalwood, other spice oils.
Caution: Impairs mental function in large doses.

Cumin (Cuminum cyminum)
Action: Antiviral, immune stimulant, helps appetite and digestion and acts as a liver regulator.
Indications: Poor circulation, indigestion, digestive spasms, headaches and migraines.
Other Uses: Calming and a powerful support to the immune system. It may also help wound healing and scars.
Companion Oils: Cinnamon, Frankincense, Jasmine, Myrrh, Patchouli, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang
Caution: Photosensitizing

Cypress (Cupressus sempervirens)
Action: Improves circulation and supports the nerves and intestines. Anti-infectious, antibacterial, antimicrobial, and strengthens blood capillaries. It also acts as an insect repellent.
Indications: Arthritis, bronchitis, circulation, cramps, hemorrhoids, insomnia, intestinal parasites, menopausal problems, menstrual pain, pancreas insufficiencies, pulmonary infections, rheumatism, spasms, tuberculosis, throat problems, varicose veins, fluid retention. May be helpful for some cancers.
Other uses: May be beneficial for asthma, strengthening blood capillary walls, reducing cellulite, supporting the circulatory system and strengthening connective tissue. It may help with coughs, edema, improving energy, gallbladder ailments, bleeding gums, hemorrhaging, laryngitis, liver disorders, muscular cramps, nervous tension, nose bleeds, ovarian cysts. It is outstanding when used in skin care, lessening scar tissue.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Orange and Sandalwood.

Douglas Fir (Pseudotsuga menziesii)
Action: Antitumoral, anticancerous, antifungal, antioxidant and combats respiratory infections.
Caution: Possible skin irritant

Elemi (Canarium luzonicum)
Action: Antiseptic and antimicrobial
Indications: Sluggish glands, scarring, upset stomach, amoebic dysentery
Other Uses: Widely regarded today for soothing sore muscles, protecting and rejuvenating the skin, reducing wrinkles and stimulating nerves. Its fragrance is very conducive to meditation.

Eucalyptus Citriodora (Eucalyptus Citriodora)
Action: Analgesic, antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, deodorant, expectorant, insecticidal agent.
Indications: Asthma, athlete’s foot and other fungal infections, respiratory infections, cuts, dandruff, fevers, herpes, infectious skin conditions, laryngitis, scabs, shingles, sore throat, sores and wounds.
Caution: Do not take internally

Eucalyptus Globulus (Eucalyptus Globulus)
Action: Mucolytic, antimicrobial, antibacterial, antifungal (candida), antiviral, antiseptic, expectorant.
Indications: Asthma, candida, coughs, diabetes, herpes, hypoglycemia, lungs, measles, headaches, respiratory infections, sinusitis, shingles, tuberculosis.
Other Uses: May be used for aches/pains, acne, allergies, arthritis, bronchitis, burns, respiratory infections, cystitis, endometriosis, gonorrhea, inflammation of the ear, eye and sinus, and as a decongestant. Also for malaria, rheumatism, respiratory infections, skin and throat infection/sores, ulcers, vaginitis and wounds. Also helpful for increasing energy.
Companion Oils: Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Melissa, Pine, Sandalwood, Thyme.
Caution: Do not take internally

Eucalyptus Polybractea (Eucalyptus Polybractea)
Action: Anti-infectious, antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, mucolytic, expectorant, insect repellent.
Indications: Acne and cystitis.

Eucalyptus Radiata (Eucalyptus Radiata)
Action: Anti-infectious, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, expectorant.
Indications: Conjunctivitis, vaginitis, acne, sinusitis, bronchitis.
Other Uses: This oil, when combines with bergamot, has been used effectively on herpes simplex. It may also help with acne, bronchitis, ear inflammation, endometriosis, nasal and sinus congestion, sinusitis and vaginitis.

Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)
Action: Stimulates estrogen production, facilitates birthing, increases lactation, promotes digestion, reduces indigestion, supports the heart and respiratory system, expels worms, is stimulating to the circulatory and respiratory systems. It is antiseptic, antispasmodic and analgesic.
Indications: Cystitis, sluggish digestion, fluid retention, gout, intestinal parasites, intestinal spasms, nausea, menopause, and pre-menopause problems.
Other Uses: May be used for indigestion, stimulating the cardiovascular and respiratory system, for constipation, digestion, balancing hormones, supporting pancreatic function and PMS. It may break up fluids and toxins and cleanse the tissues.
Companion Oils: Basil, Geranium, Lavender, Lemon, Rosemary CT Cineol, Sandalwood
Caution: Do not use if epileptic

Fleabane (Conyza canadensis)
Action: Stimulates liver and pancreas, antirheumatic, antispasmodic, hormone-like, cardiovascular dilator. Has been used to treat children with retarded puberty.
This oil is still under study.

Frankincense (Boswellia carteri)
Action: Expectorant, antitumoral, immunostimulant, antidepressant
Indications: Asthma, depression, ulcers
Other Uses: May help with allergies, bites (insect and snake), bronchitis, cancer, respiratory infections, diphtheria, headaches, hemorrhaging, herpes, high blood pressure, inflammation, stress, tonsillitis., Typhoid, warts. It contains sesquiterpenes, enabling it to go beyond the blood/brain barrier where it is elevating to the mind and helps to overcome stress and despair. It also increases the activity of leukocytes in defense of the body against infection.
Companion Oils: All oils

Galbanum (Ferula gummosa)
Action: Anti-infectious, stimulant, supporting to the kidneys and menstruating, analgesic, and a light antispasmodic.
Indications: Abscesses, boils, wounds, inflammation
Other Uses: May help with acne, asthma, bronchitis, chronic coughs, cramps, cuts, indigestion, muscular aches and pains, nervous tension, poor circulation, rheumatism, scar tissue, stress and wrinkles.
Companion Oils: All oils

Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens)
Action: Antispasmodic, antitumoral, adrenal cortex stimulant, anti-inflammatory, astringent, hemostatic (stops bleeding), anti-infectious, antibacterial, antifungal, revitalizes skin tissue, dilates bile ducts for liver detoxification. Balances the sebum, which is the fatty secretion in the sebaceous glands of the skin that keep the skin supple. Helps cleanse oily skin and restores and enlivens pale skin.
Indications: Skin conditions (dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, vitiligo), herpes, shingles, bleeding, tumor growths, hormone imbalances.
Other Uses: May be used for acne, burns, circulatory problems (improves blood flow), depression gingivitis, liver problems, sterility, digestion, insomnia, menstrual problems, neuralgia (severe pain along the nerve), regenerating tissue and nerves, pancreas imbalances, ringworm, sore throats, and wounds. Also recommended for liver disorders and hepatitis.
Companion Oils: All oils

Ginger (Zingiber officinale)
Action: Digestive tonic, sexual tonic, reduces pain, expectorant.
Indications: Arthritis, rheumatism, indigestion, digestive disorders, motion sickness.
Other Uses: May be used for alcoholism, loss of appetite, arthritis, chills, respiratory infections, congestion, coughs, digestive disorders, infectious diseases, muscular aches/pains, nausea, rheumatism, sinusitis, sore throats and sprains.
Companion Oils: All spice oils, all citrus oils, Eucalyptus Radiata, Frankincense, Geranium, Myrtle, Rosemary CT Cineol, Spearmint.
Caution: Possible contact sensitization from repeated use; Photosensitizing

Goldenrod (Solidago canadensis)
Action: Diuretic, anti-inflammatory, hepatic, mucolytic, stimulant, tonic
Indications: Arthritis, asthma, candida, colds, cough, hypertension
Other Uses: Helps to thin mucus secretions and relieve congested mucus membranes. It promotes urination, cleans the kidneys, reduces inflammation and prevents infection.

Grapefruit (Citrus x paradisi)
Action: Antiseptic, disinfecting, detoxifying, diuretic. Like many cold-pressed citrus oils, it has unique fat-dissolving characteristics. It is exceptionally cleansing for oily skin. Psychologically, it is an antidepressant and is emotionally uplifting.
Indications: Acne, cellulite, digestion, fluid retention
Other Uses: May help with depression, drug withdrawal, jet lag, eating disorders, fatigue, liver disorders, migraine headaches, premenstrual tension, stress. It may also have a cleansing effect on the the kidneys, lymphatic system and the vascular system.
Companion Oils: Basil, Bergamot, Cedarwood, German Chamomile, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary CT Cineol, Rosewood, Ylang Ylang
Caution: Photosensitizing

Helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum)
Action: Anticoagulant, anesthetic, dissolves hematomas (blood clots), mucolytic, expectorant, antispasmodic, stimulates liver, reduces scar tissue and skin discoloration. It also balances blood pressure, chelates chemicals and toxins.
Indications: Hematoma (swelling or blood-filled tumor), bleeding, arteriosclerosis, hypertension, congestive heart failure, cardiac arrhythmias, thrombosis, embolisms, liver disorders, phlebitis, sciatica, sinus infection, skin conditions (eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis)
Other Uses: May help blood circulation, hearing loss, pain (acute), respiratory conditions, scar tissue, and varicose veins. It may regenerate tissue, detoxify and stimulate liver cell function.

Hyssop (Hyssopus officinalis)
Action: Anticatarrhal, mucolytic, decongestant, expectorant, cleansing, purifying, helps reduce fats in tissue. Hyssop raises low blood pressure, regulates menstrual flow, increases perspiration.
Indications: Anxiety, arthritis, asthma, bruises, respiratory infections, coughs, cuts, dermatitis, indigestion, fatigue, nervous tension, parasites (it expels worms), rheumatism, sore throats, viral infections, wounds.
Companion Oils: All citrus oils, Clary Sage, Fennel, Geranium, Myrtle, Sage
Caution: Do not use if epileptic.

Jasmine (Jasmine officinale)
Action: Beneficial for the skin, uplifting, antidepressant, stimulating
Indications: Dry, oily, irritated or sensitive skin, anxiety, stress, depression.
Other Uses: May help with eczema (when caused by emotions), frigidity, labor pains, laryngitis, lethargy (abnormal drowsiness), menstrual pain and problems, stress. Ideal for skin care.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Frankincense, Geranium, Helichrysum, Lemongrass, Mandarin, Melissa, Orange, Palmarosa, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Spearmint.

Juniper (Juniperus communis and J. osteosperma)
Action: Antiseptic, astringent, digestive stimulant, purifying, detoxifying, increases circulation through the kidneys and promotes excretion of uric acid and toxins.
Indications: Acne, dermatitis, eczema, gout, depression fatigue, liver problems, sore muscles, rheumatism, ulcers, urinary infections, fluid retention, wounds.
Other Uses: May work as a detoxifier and a cleanser, as well as being beneficial to the skin. It may assist with nerve regeneration.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, all citrus oils, Cypress, Geranium, Lavender, Tea Tree, Rosemary CT Cineol

Lavandin (Lavandula x hybrida)
Action: Antibacterial, antifungal, strong antiseptic (related actions to Lavender)
Indications: There is not a long history of the therapeutic use of lavandin
Other Uses: Lavandin is best used as an antiseptic. Its greater penetrating qualities make it well suited to help with respiratory, circulatory and muscular conditions.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Cinnamon, Citronella, Clove, Cypress, Clary Sage, Geranium, Lime, Patchouli, Pine, Rosemary CT Cineol, Thyme
Caution: Do not use for burns

Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
Action: Antiseptic, analgesic, antitumoral, anticonvulsant, anti-inflammatory, sedative. Beneficial for healing burns, cleansing cuts and wounds. Ideal for skin care since it prevents the build up of excess sebum, a skin oil that bacteria feed on. Lavender has also been clinically evaluated for its relaxing effects.
Indications: Burns (cell renewal), sunburns (including lips), dandruff, hair loss, allergies, convulsions, herpes, headaches, indigestion, insomnia, high blood pressure, menopausal conditions, nausea, phlebitis, tumors, premenstrual conditions, scarring (minimizes), skin conditions (acne, dermatitis, eczema, psoriasis, rashes), stretch marks. It may be used to cleans cuts, bruises and skin irritations.
Other Uses: Lavender is a universal oil with many different applications. It may also help arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, convulsions, depression, earaches, heart palpitations, high blood pressure, hives (urticaria), insect bites, laryngitis, nervous tension, respiratory infections, rheumatism and throat infections.
Companion Oils: Most oils, especially citrus oils, Chamomile, Clary Sage, Geranium

Ledum (Ledum groenlandicum)
Action: Anti-inflammatory, antitumoral, antibacterial, hepatoprotectant, diuretic, decongestant
Indications: Liver dysfunctions, hepatitis, cirrhosis, fatty liver, obesity, laryngitis, bronchitis, allergies, influenza, edema, thyroid regulation.
Other Uses: Can be used for all types of skin problems, for coughs, hoarseness, stomach discomfort, prostate infection, congested prostate, insomnia, allergies.
Companion Oils: Frankincense, Goldenrod, Wintergreen/Birch, Lemon, Sage
Caution: If using topically, always dilute

Lemon (Citrus limon)
Action: Anti-infectious, antibacterial (spores), antiseptic, antiviral, disinfectant. Lemon improves microcirculation, promotes white blood cell formation and improves immune function.
Indications: Anemia, asthma, herpes, warts, shingles, bleeding, malaria, parasites, rheumatism, throat infections, ureter infections, varicose veins.
Other Uses: May be beneficial for anxiety, blood pressure, digestive problems, respiratory infections, sore throats. It helps promote leukocyte formation, improves memory, strengthens nails, cleans the skin and promotes a sense of well-being. Research has shown lemon to have antidepressant effects. It serves as an effective insect repellent and works well in removing gum, wood stain, oil and grease spots.
Companion Oils: German Chamomile, Eucalyptus Radiata, Fennel, Frankincense, Geranium, Juniper, Peppermint, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang
Caution: Very Photosensitizing.

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus)
Action: Supports digestion, tones and helps regenerate connective tissues and ligaments, dilates blood vessels, strengthens vascular walls, promotes lymph flow, anti-inflammatory, sedative.
Indications: Bladder infection, digestive disturbances, parasites, torn ligaments, edema, fluid retention, kidney disorders, varicose veins.
Other Uses: May help improve circulation, digestion and eyesight as well as combat headaches, infections, respiratory problems, sore throats and fluid retention. It aids in tissue regeneration.
Companion Oils: Basil, Cedarwood, Eucalyptus Radiata, Geranium, Lavender, Tea Tree, Rosemary CT Cineol
Caution: Possible skin irritant

Lime (Citrus aurantifolia)
Common Method of Extraction: Cold
Pressed/Expressed Color: Light Yellow Green
Consistency: Thin
Perfumery Note: Top
Strength of Initial Aroma: Medium
Aromatic Description: Fresh, citrusy, sweet.
Possible Uses: Acne, asthma, chilblains, colds, dull skin, flu, varicose veins.
Constituents: a-pinene, B-pinene, sabinene, myrcene, limonene, y-terpinene, terpinolene, octanal, nonanal, tetradecanal, pentadecanal, trans-a-bergaptene, caryophyllene, B-bisabolene, geranial, neryl acetate, geranyl acetate, a-terpineo, linalool.
Safety Information: Phototoxic.

Mandarin (Citrus reticulata)
Action: Light antispasmodic, digestive tonic (digestoid), antiseptic, antifungal, stimulates the gallbladder.
Other Uses: May help acne, digestive problems, fluid retention, insomnia, intestinal problems, skin problems (congested and oily skin, scars, spots), tones the skin, diminishes stretch marks (when combined with either jasmine, lavender, sandalwood and/or frankincense), calms nervous tension and restlessness. Recommended for children and pregnant women because it is very gentle.
Companion Oils: Cinnamon, Clove, Lavender, Neroli, Nutmeg, citrus oils, spice oils
Caution: Very Photosensitizing.

Marjoram (Origanum majorana)
Action: Anti-infectious, antibacterial, dilates blood vessels, regulates blood pressure, soothes muscles, promotes intestinal peristalsis, tones the parasympathetic nervous system, supports respiratory system.
Indications: Aches, arthritis, asthma, bronchitis, indigestion, constipation, cramps, insomnia, migraine headaches, neuralgia, rheumatism, sprains.
Other Uses: May be relaxing and calming to the muscles that constrict and sometimes contribute to headaches. It may help anxiety, nervous tension, bruises, burns, sores, cuts, circulatory disorders, respiratory infections, fungal and viral infections, menstrual problems, ringworm, shingles, shock, sores, spasms, sunburn, fluid retention.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Cedarwood, German Chamomile, Cypress, Lavender, Nutmeg, Orange, Rosemary CT Cineol, Rosewood, Ylang Ylang

Melissa (Melissa officinalis)
Action: Calming, sedative, hypotensive (lowers blood pressure), fights against cholera, anti-inflammatory
Indications: Allergies, anxiety, asthma, bronchitis, chronic coughs, respiratory infections, cold-sore blisters, indigestion, depression, dysentery, eczema, fevers, hypertension, indigestion, insect bites, insomnia, menstrual problems, migraine, nausea, nervous tension, palpitations, throat infections, vertigo
Companion Oils: Geranium, Lavender, other floral and citrus oils

Mountain Savory (Sauterne Montana)
Action: Strongly anti-infectious, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, antiparasitic, immunostimulant, general tonic and stimulant.
Indications: Acute pain, sluggish nervous and circulatory systems.
Other Uses: Due to its high phenol content, mountain savory is a very strong antiseptic and has been used to hasten the formation of scabs and to help with abscesses, burns and cuts. It is also known to stimulate the adrenal gland. Recent research suggests that the extract may have anti-HIV activity.
Caution: If used topically, always dilute; possible skin irritant.

Myrrh (Commiphora myrrha)
Action: Anti-infectious, antiviral, antiparasitic, hormone-like, anti-inflammatory, soothes skin conditions, anti-hyperthyroid, supports immune system.
Indications: Bronchitis, diarrhea, dysentery, hyperthyroidism, stretch marks, thrush, ulcers, vaginal thrush, viral hepatitis.
Other Uses: May be used to help asthma, athlete’s foot, candida, coughs, eczema, digestion, fungal infection, gingivitis, gum infections, hemorrhoids, mouth ulcers, ringworm, sore throats, wounds and wrinkles.
Companion Oils: Frankincense, Lavender, Patchouli, Sandalwood, and all spice oils

Myrtle (Myrtus communis)
Action: Expectorant, anti-infectious, liver stimulant, prostate decongestant, light antispasmodic, regulator for thyroid and ovary, tonic for the skin.
Indications: Bronchitis, coughs, hypothyroidism, insomnia, sluggish thyroid, prostate congestion, respiratory tract ailments, sinus infection, tuberculosis, ureter infections.
Other Uses: May help anger, asthma, respiratory infections, cystitis, diarrhea, dysentery, impaired digestion, hemorrhoids, hormonal imbalances. It may support the immune system, fight infections, sinusitis, infectious diseases, and pulmonary disorders, aid skin conditions (acne, blemishes, bruises, oily skin, psoriasis, etc.). Useful on children for chest complaints and coughs.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Tea Tree, Rosewood, Rosemary CT Cineol, Spearmint, Thyme

Naouli (Melaleuca quinquenervia)
Action: Male hormone-like, anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious, antibacterial, antiviral, antiparasitic (kills amoeba and parasites in the blood)
Indications: Mucous in respiratory passages, the urinary tract and genital organs; also good for high blood pressure.
Other Uses: May help with respiratory allergies, infections and hemorrhoids.
Caution: Possible contact sensitization with repeated use

Neroli (Citrus aurantium)
Action: Anti-infectious, antibacterial, antiparasitic, digestive tonic, antidepressive, hypotensive (lowers blood pressure).
Indications: Anxiety, depression, digestive spasms, fear, headaches, heart arrhythmia, hysteria, insomnia, nervous tension, palpitations, PMS, poor circulation, scars, shock, stress-related conditions, stretch marks, tachycardia, thread (spider) veins, wrinkles.
Other Uses: May support the digestive system and fight bacteria, infections, parasites, and viruses. In support of the skin, neroli works at the cellular level to help shed the old skin cells and stimulate new cell growth. It is particularly beneficial for mature and sensitive skin.
Companion Oils: Cedarwood, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Rose, Sandalwood

Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans)
Action: Antiseptic, antiparasitic, reduces pain, promotes normal menstruation, improves circulation.
Indications: Loss of appetite, chronic debility, digestion (helps with starchy foods and fats), gallstones, halitosis, rheumatism
Other Uses: This oil has adrenal cortex-like activity which helps support the adrenal glands for increased energy. It may also help treat arthritis, bacterial infection, frigidity, gout, impotence, menstrual problems, nausea, severe nerve pain.
Companion Oils: Cinnamon Bark, Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Lemon, Tea Tree, Melissa, Orange, Patchouli, Rosemary CT Cineol
Caution: Do not use if epileptic. Dilute when applied topically.

Orange (Citrus aurantium)
Action: Calming, sedative, anti-inflammatory, antitumoral, anticoagulant, improves circulation
Indications: Angina (false), cardiac spasm, insomnia, menopause, tumor growth.
Companion Oils: Cinnamon Bark, Clove, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Nutmeg, Rosewood
Caution: Photosensitizing.

Oregano (Origanum compactum)
Action: Powerful anti-infectious agent (for respiratory, intestines, genital, nerves, blood and lymphatics) with large-spectrum action against bacteria, mycobacteria, fungi, viruses, and parasites. It is a general tonic and immune stimulant.
Indications: Asthma, bronchitis (chronic), mental disease, pulmonary tuberculosis, rheumatism (chronic), whooping cough.
Other Uses: May help respiratory infections, digestion problems, viral and bacterial pneumonia, respiratory system problems, balance metabolism and strengthen the vital centers.
Companion Oils: Basil, Fennel, Geranium, Lemongrass, Myrtle, Pine, Rosemary CT Cineol, thyme.
Caution: High phenol content can burn the skin – dilute 1 drop essential oil to 50 drops vegetable or massage oil for topical application other than the bottom of feet. Use extra caution to avoid contact with all mucus membranes. Skin irritant.

Palmarosa (Cymbopogon margin)
Action: Antimicrobial, antibacterial, antifungal, antiviral, uterine tonic, cardiotonic
Indications: May be beneficial for rashes, candida, the cardiovascular system, digestive and nervous systems, fighting infections. It is valuable for all types of skin problems because it stimulates new cell growth, regulates oil production, moisturizes and speeds healing.
Companion Oils: Basil, Fennel, Geranium, Lemongrass, Myrtle, Pine, Rosemary CT Cineol, Thyme

Patchouli (Pogostemon cablin)
Action: Soothing to digestion, decongestant, anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious, antimicrobial, antiseptic, soothes wrinkled or chapped skin.
Indications: Allergies, dermatitis, eczema, hemorrhoids, tissue regeneration.
Other Uses: Helps the body eliminate toxic material. It may also curb appetite; it helps with acne; soothes insect bites, helps with cellulite, congestion, dandruff, depression, helps with weight control, relieves itching from hives, helps with skin conditions (chapped and loose skin), fluid retention and weeping wounds.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender, Lemongrass, Myrrh, Pine, Rosewood, Sandalwood.

Peppermint (Mentha piperita)
Action: Anticarcinogenic, supports digestion, expels worms, decongestant, anti-infectious, antibacterial, antifungal, mucolytic, stimulant, hypertensive, cardiotonic, stimulates the gallbladder, is a pain-reliever, expectorant, anti-inflammatory for the intestinal and urinary tract. It can heighten or restore the sense of taste by stimulating the trigeniminal nerve.
Indications: Asthma, bronchitis, candida, diarrhea, digestive problems, fever, nausea, halitosis, heartburn, hemorrhoids, hot flashes, indigestion, menstrual irregularity, headaches, motion sickness, tumor growth, respiratory infections, shock, itchy skin, throat infections, varicose veins.
Other Uses: May help arthritis, depression, skin conditions (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis), food poisoning, headaches, hives, hysteria, inflammation, morning sickness, nerve regeneration, rheumatism, elevate and open sensory system, ease the pain of toothaches, kills tuberculosis bacillus (according to recent research).
Caution: Possible skin irritant; always dilute when using on children’s or sensitive skin; do not apply neat to fresh wounds or burns; avoid contact with eyes, mucus membranes or sensitive skin areas.

Petitgrain (Citrus aurantium)
Action: Antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious, antibacterial.
Other Uses: May help reestablish nerve equilibrium. It may also help with acne, fatigue, greasy hair, insomnia and excessive perspiration.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Cistus, Clary Sage, Clove, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Neroli, Orange, Palmarosa, Rosemary CT Cineol

Pine (Pinus sylvestris)
Action: Hormone-like, antidiabetic, cortisone-like, sexual stimulant, hypertensive (high blood pressure), anti-infectious, antifungal, antiseptic.
Indications: Asthma, pulmonary infections, bronchitis, diabetes, severe infections, rheumatoid arthritis, sinusitis.
Other Uses: May help dilate the respiratory system, particularly the bronchial tract. It may also help with respiratory infections, coughs, cuts, cysts, fatigue, gout, lice, nervous exhaustion, scabies, skin parasites, sores, stress, urinary infections. Pine oil may also help increase blood pressure and stimulate the adrenal glands and the circulatory system. Pine oil is a good ingredient for any first aid kit.
Companion Oils: Cedarwood, Eucalyptus Radiata, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Tea Tree, Rosemary CT Cineol.
Caution: Avoid oils adulterated with turpentine – be sure to get organic/therapeutic grade oil.

Ravensara (Ravensara aromatica)
Action: Anti-infectious, antiviral, antibacterial, expectorant, antimicrobial, supports the nerves and respiratory system.
Indications: Bronchitis, cholera, herpes, infectious mononucleosis, insomnia, muscle fatigue, rhinopharyngitis, shingles, sinusitis, viral hepatitis.
Other Uses: May help asthma, cystitis, burns, cancer, respiratory infections, cuts, pneumonia, scrapes, viral infections, wounds and it strengthens the respiratory system.

Rose (Rosa damascena)
Action: Anti-inflammatory, prevents and reduces scarring, balances and elevates the mind.
Other Uses: May help asthma, chronic bronchitis, herpes simplex, impotence, scarring, sexual debilities, skin diseases, winkles.

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis CT 1,8 cineol)
Action: Antifungal, antibacterial, antiseptic, antiparasitic, general stimulant, enhances mental clarity, supports nerves and endocrine glands balance.
Indications: Rheumatism, arthritis, myalgia, hepatitis, liver conditions, menstrual disturbances, hypertension (weak doses), hypotension (strong doses), indigestion, bronchitis, respiratory and lung infections, hair loss (alopecia), asthma.
Other Uses: Improves concentration and stimulates the scalp.
Companion Oils: Basil, Eucalyptus Radiata, Lavender, Marjoram, Peppermint, Pine.
Caution: Do not use if epileptic.

Rosemary Verbenon (Rosmarinus officinalis CT verbenon)
Action: Mucolytic, expectorant, antispasmodic, antibacterial, antiseptic, balances endocrine glands.
Indications: Respiratory infections, bronchitis, viral hepatitis, nervous tension, cardiac arrhythmia, cystitis, arthritis, rheumatism.
Other Uses: Because of its lower camphor and higher verbenon content, this chemotype of rosemary is milder than the cineol chemotype and so is especially well-suited for chest, lung and sinus infections. It is ideal for skin care and can be used to combat hair loss.
Companion Oils: Basil, Eucalyptus Radiata, Lavender, Marjoram, Peppermint, Pine.
Caution: Do not use if epileptic.

Rosewood (Aniba rosaeodora)
Action: Anti-infectious, antibacterial, antiviral, antiparasitic, antifungal, soothing to the skin. It has been researched for its inhibition rate against gram positive and gram negative bacterial growth.
Indications: Acne, candida, depression, eczema, oral infections, dry skin, vaginitis.
Other Uses: May create skin elasticity and is soothing to the skin. It is recognized for its ability to get rid of candida of the skin and slow the aging process. It may also be beneficial for cuts, nausea, tissue regeneration and wounds. It helps to create a synergism with all other oils.

Sage (Salvia officinalis)
Action: Expectorant, mucolytic, anti-infectious, fights against cholera, estrogen-like, supports menstruation, prevents and reduces scarring, regulates circulation, soothes skin conditions and is a balancer and detoxifier of the body. Sage contains camphor, which balances estrogen levels, providing support during PMS and menopause.
Indications: Asthma, chronic bronchitis, sluggish digestion, gingivitis, glandular disorders, menstrual irregularity, menopause.
Other uses: May help improve estrogen, progesterone and testosterone balance. It activates the nervous system and adrenal cortex and may help with illness that is related to digestion and liver problems. It may also be beneficial for acne, arthritis, bacterial infections, dandruff, depression, eczema, fibrosis, hair loss, low blood pressure, mental fatigue, metabolism, respiratory problems, rheumatism, skin conditions, sores, sprains. Sage strengthens the vital centers of the body, balancing the pelvic chakra where negative emotions from denial and abuse are stored.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Lemongrass, Pine, Rosemary CT Cineol
Caution: Sage is an oral toxin due to thujone content – do not take internally. Do not use if epileptic. Do not use if you have high blood pressure.

Sandalwood (Santalum album)
Action: High in sesquiterpenes that have been researched for their ability to stimulate the pineal gland and the limbic region of the brain, the center of emotions. The pineal gland is responsible for releasing melatonin, a powerful antioxidant that enhances deep sleep. Sandalwood is similar to frankincense oil in its support of nerves and circulation.
Indications: Bronchitis (chronic), herpes, cystitis, skin tumors.
Other Uses: Helps with cystitis and urinary tract infections. It may also be beneficial for acne, depression, meditation, pulmonary infections, menstrual problems, nervous tension, skin infection. It helps dry or dehydrated skin.
Companion Oils: Cypress, Frankincense, Lemon, Myrrh, Patchouli, Spruce, Ylang Ylang.

Spearmint (Mentha spicata)
Action: Anti-inflammatory, calming, astringent, antiseptic, mucolytic, stimulates the gallbladder, promotes menstruation.
Indications: Bronchitis, candida, cystitis, hypertension.
Other Uses: May balance and increase metabolism, may aid glandular, nervous and respiratory systems. May help with acne, stimulate a poor appetite, help bad breath, promote easier labor in childbirth, help with depression, digestion, dry skin, eczema, headaches, intestines (soothes), menstruation (to slow heavy periods), nausea, sore gums, vaginitis, excess weight.
Companion Oils: Basil, Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary CT Cineol

Spikenard (Nardostachys jatamansi)
Action: Antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, deodorant, relaxing, skin tonic.
Indications: Known for helping in the treatment of allergic skin reactions.
Other Uses: May also help with allergies, candida, indigestion, insomnia, menstrual difficulties, migraine, nausea, rashes, bacterial infections, stress, tachycardia, tension and wounds that will not heal. Strengthens the heart and circulatory system.
Companion Oils: Cistus, Lavender, Patchouli, Pine Vetiver

Spruce (Picea mariana)
Action: Antispasmodic, anti-infectious, antiparasitic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, hormone-like, cortisone-like, general tonic, stimulates thymus.
Indications: Arthritis, candida, hyperthyroidism, immune-depression, prostatitis, rheumatism.
Other Uses: May be beneficial for bone pain, glandular imbalances, aching joints, sciatica pain. May help support the nervous and respiratory systems, can be stimulating to the pineal, thymus and adrenal glands.
Companion Oils: Wintergreen/Birch, Eucalyptus Radiata, Frankincense, Helichrysum, Ravensara.

Swamp Paperbark (Melaleuca ericfolia)
This oil is still under study. It is somewhat gentler than Tea Tree and has been found beneficial for bronchitis, asthma, respiratory infection, cynitis, sinus infection.

Tangerine (Citrus nobilis)
Action: Promotes happiness, helps with anxiety, nervousness.
Other Uses: May help dissolve cellulite, improve circulation and help digestive system disorders, dizziness, anxiety, insomnia, irritability, liver problems, parasites, stretch marks (smoothes when blended with lavender), and fluid retention.
Companion Oils: Basil, Bergamot, German Chamomile, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Orange.

Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare)
Action: Analgesic, antitumoral, believed to help stop bleeding, immune stimulant.
Indications: Respiratory infections, stomach conditions, arthritis, irritable bowel syndrome, aneurysm, bruises, diarrhea, freckles, gout.
Companion Oils: Wintergreen/Birch, Clary Sage, Elemi, Hyssop, Myrtle, Pine, Valerian, Vetiver.

Tarragon (Artemisia dracunculus)
Action: A neuromuscular antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, anti-infectious, antifermentation, reduces allergies.
Indications: Colitis, hiccups, intestinal spasms, parasites, rheumatic pain, sciatica.
Other Uses: May be beneficial for abdominal discomfort and spasms, arthritis, digestive complaints, genital and urinary tract infection, nausea, premenstrual discomfort, wounds. It may also balance the autonomic nervous system.
Companion Oils: German Chamomile, Clary Sage, Balsam Fir, Juniper, Lavender, Pine, Rosewood, Orange, Tangerine.
Caution: Do not use if epileptic.

Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)
Action: Anti-infectious, antibacterial (large spectrum action of gram positive and gram negative bacteria), antifungal, antiviral, antiparasitic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, immunostimulant, cardiotonic, decongestant of the veins, reduces phlebitis, neurotonic, analgesic, protects against radiation.
Indications: Athlete’s foot, fungal infections, bronchitis, respiratory infections, gum disease, rash, sore throat, sunburn, tonsillitis, vaginal thrush
Other Uses: May help acne, burns, candida, cold sores, inflammation, viral infections, ingrown nails, warts and wounds (promotes healing).
Companion Oils: All citrus oils, Cypress, Eucalyptus Radiata, Lavender, Rosemary CT Cineol, Thyme
Caution: Possible contact sensitization from repeated use

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris CT thymol)
Action: Highly antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, uterine tonic, cardiotonic.
Indications: Asthma, bronchitis, colitis, cystitis, dermatitis, anthrax, fatigue (general), pleurisy, psoriasis, sciatica, tuberculosis, vaginal candida.
Other Uses: A general tonic for nerves and stomach. It may also help with bacterial infections, respiratory infections, circulation, depression, digestion, headaches, insomnia, rheumatism, urinary infections, viruses along the spine.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, citrus oils, Cedarwood, Juniper, Tea Tree, Oregano, Rosemary CT Cineol.

Thyme Linalol (Thymus vulgaris CT linalol)
Action: Highly antimicrobial, antifungal, antiviral, uterine tonic, cardiotonic (just as Thyme CT Thymol – but is gentler)
Indications: Asthma, bronchitis, colitis, cystitis, dermatitis, anthrax, fatigue (general), pleurisy, psoriasis, sciatica, tuberculosis, vaginal candida.
Other Uses: A general tonic for nerves and stomach. It may also help with bacterial infections, respiratory infections, circulation, depression, digestion, headaches, insomnia, rheumatism, urinary infections, viruses along the spine.
Companion Oils: Bergamot, citrus oils, Cedarwood, Juniper, Tea Tree, Oregano, Rosemary CT Cineol.

Tsuga (Tsuga canadensis)
Action: Analgesic, antirheumatic, astringent, blood cleanser, stimulant.
Indications: Treats coughs, respiratory conditions, kidney ailments, skin conditions, urinary infections, venereal diseases.
Caution: Possible contact sensitization from repeated use

Valerian (Valerian officinalis)
Action: Sedative and tranquilizing to the central nervous system. Its warming properties can help with hypothermia.
Indications: Because of its effect on the nervous system, it may help with insomnia, nervous indigestion, migraine, restlessness and tension.
Companion Oils: Cedarwood, Lavender, Mandarin, Patchouli, Petigrain, Pine, Rosemary CT Cineol.
Caution: Possible contact sensitization from repeated use

Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides)
Action: Antiseptic, antispasmodic, calming, grounding, a rubefacient (locally warming), sedative (to the nervous system), stimulant (circulatory, production of red corpuscles).
Indications: Used traditionally for arthritic symptoms.
Other Uses: May help acne, anxiety, arthritis, cuts, depression (including postpartum), insomnia, rheumatism, stress, skin care (oily, aging, irritated).
Companion Oils: Clary Sage, Jasmine, Lavender, Patchouli, Rose, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang.

Vitex (Vitex negundo)
Indications: Extensively researched in Europe for its effects on Parkinson’s Disease and other neurological disorders.

Western Red Cedar (Thuja plicata)
Action: Antifungal, antibacterial, antiparasitic, hair follicle stimulator, insect repellent.
Indications: Used traditional by Native Americans to help them enter a higher spiritual realm. Used to stimulate the scalp and as an antimicrobial and antiseptic agent. It is an ingredient of cold-remedy salves used to clear the nose and chest.

White Fir (Albies concolor)
Action: Antitumoral, anticancerous, antifungal, antioxidant, and combats respiratory infections.
Caution: Possible skin irritant

Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens)
(very similar in chemistry to birch)
Action: Antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, liver stimulant.
Indications: Arthritis, rheumatism, inflammation, muscular pain, tendonitis, hypertension, cramps.
Other Uses: May be beneficial for cystitis, acne, bladder infection, gout, gallstones, edema, eczema, osteoporosis, skin diseases, ulcers, urinary tract disorders. It contains an active principle similar to cortisone and is beneficial for bone, muscle and joint discomfort.
Companion Oils: Basil, Birch, Cypress, Geranium, Juniper, Lavender, Lemongrass, Marjoram, Peppermint, Roman Chamomile.
Caution: Do not use if epileptic. Possible skin irritant. Skin test for allergies.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
Action: Anti-inflammatory, reduces indigestion, reduces or prevents scarring, promotes healing of wounds.
Indications: Acne, lack of appetite, bladder or kidney weakness, cellulite, respiratory infections, poor digestion, menstrual problems, eczema, gallbladder inflammation, gastritis, gout, poor hair growth, headaches, hemorrhoids, hypertension, liver and menopause problems, neuritis, neuralgia, pelvic and urinary infections, prostatitis, rheumatism, sprains, sunburn, thrombosis, ulcers, vaginitis, varicose veins, wounds.
Other Uses: Yarrow is a powerful decongestant of the prostate and helps to balance hormones.

Ylang Ylang (Cananga odorata)
Action: Antispasmodic, balances blood pressure, regulates heartbeat. It is used in hair preparations to promote thick, shiny, lustrous hair (it is also reported to help control split ends).
Indications: Heart arrhythmias, cardiac problems, high blood pressure, anxiety, impotence, arterial hypertension, depression, mental fatigue, hair loss, labored breathing, insomnia, palpitations, insect bites, tachycardia.
Other Uses: May help balance male-female energies so one can move closer to being in spiritual attunement and allowing greater focus of thoughts, filtering out the ever-present negative frequencies. It may help lower blood pressure, calm rapid breathing, balance equilibrium, ease frustration, balance heart function, help impotence and intestinal problems, shock and skin problems.
Caution: Possible contact sensitization from repeated use

Olive oil is a rich non-drying oil suitable for use in various cosmetic applications. Olive oil can be used in a range of skin preparations including massage and bath oils, moisturizers, ointments and balms, soaps, shampoos and herbal infusions due to its amazing moisturizing benefits.

Olive Oil’s chemical free nature also makes it suitable for those who have allergic reactions to substances used in mass-produced soaps. Olive oil soap produces a hard soap that dries quickly, is mild and non-drying to the skin, has a rich creamy lather and lasts longer than most other vegetable, animal and mineral oil soaps.

Skin Benefits of Olive Oil

Despite their many benefits, the cost of ingredients and production will keep olive oil-based cosmetics at the higher end of the market. Cheaper olive oils and blends can be used, however the trade-off for reduced price is a loss of quality.

Even if you do not eat it, another great benefit of olive oil is that it is an amazing health remedy. According to researchers, putting extra virgin olive oil on your skin after sunbathing could protect you from ultraviolet radiation. It is not a sunscreen, but vitamin E and other antioxidants nab free radicals caused by the sun before they do too much harm. Just make sure you use extra virgin – the regular olive oil is not as effective.

Emollients containing olive oil are useful in psoriasis, eczema and dermatitis treatment; they slow the loss of water through the skin layers. The thicker the cream or lotion, the more effective it is likely to be.

Maintaining adequate moisture can relieve the pain of dry skin and reduce scaling and inflammation, without causing any side effects. Regularly applying thick lotions and creams directly to the skin is sometimes very effective in clearing the symptoms.

Olive Oil Benefits for the Heart

According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), consuming about 2 tablespoons (23 grams) of olive oil a day may reduce your risk of heart disease. You can get the most benefit by substituting olive oil for saturated fats rather than just adding more olive oil to your diet.

Olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fat and antioxidants like chlorophyll, carotenoids and vitamin E. Scientists have identified a compound in olive oil called oleuropein which prevents the LDL cholesterol from oxidizing. It is the oxidized cholesterol that sticks to the walls of the arteries and forms plaque. Replacing other fats in your diet with olive oil can significantly lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attack.

Olive Oil Benefits for Inhibiting Cancer

A study published in the Annals of Oncology in 2005 has found that oleic acid, a monounsaturated fatty acid found in olive oil, has the ability to reduce the effect of an oncogene (a gene that will turn a host cell into a cancer cell). This particular oncogene is connected with the rapid growth of breast cancer tumors. The conclusion of the scientists in the study was that oleic acid, when combined with drug therapy, encouraged the self-destruction of aggressive, treatment-resistant cancer cells thus destroying the cancer. Olive oil has been positively indicated in studies on prostate and endometrial cancers as well.

Unlike other fats, which are linked to a higher risk of colon cancer, olive oil actually helps to protect the cells of the colon from carcinogens. A study published in Food Chemistry Toxicology suggests that antioxidants in olive oil reduce the amount of carcinogens formed when meat is cooked.

A Spanish study results showed that rats fed a diet supplemented with olive oil had a lower risk of colon cancer than those fed safflower oil-supplemented diets. In fact, the rats that received olive oil had colon cancer rates almost as low as those fed fish oil, which several studies have already linked to a reduction in colon cancer risk.

Olive Oil Benefits for Blood Sugar Levels

Those suffering from, or at risk for, diabetes are advised to combine a low-fat, high-carbohydrate diet with olive oil. Research shows that this combination is superior at controlling blood sugar levels compared to a diet that consists only of low-fat meals. Adding olive oil to your diet is also linked to lower triglyceride levels. Many diabetics live with high triglyceride levels which put them at risk for heart disease.

Types of Olive Oil

Olive oil is produced by pressing or crushing olives. Olive oil comes in several varieties, depending on the amount of processing involved. Varieties include:

Extra virgin – this variety considered the best, least processed, comprising the oil from the first pressing of the olives.
Virgin – from the second pressing.
Pure – undergoes some processing, such as filtering and refining.
Extra light – undergoes considerable processing and only retains a very mild olive flavor.

The oil that results from the first pressing of the olive is extracted without using heat (called cold pressing) or chemicals, and has no off flavors is designated as extra virgin olive oil. The less the olive oil is handled and processed, the closer it remains to its natural state, the better and more beneficial the oil is.

Caring for Olive Oil

Heat and light are the #1 enemies of oil, so please resist the temptation to showcase your beautiful bottle of olive oil on the kitchen window sill. Store olive oil in a cool, dark place, tightly sealed. Oxygen promotes rancidity. Olive oil is like other oils and can easily go rancid when exposed to air, light or high temperatures.

Where to get Extra Virgin Olive Oil

You can also get your olive oil at your local grocery store, but my preferred place to purchase it is Mountain Rose Herbs due the high quality and organic nature of the olive oil they offer.

1) we want to look the best we can – for ourselves, for our mates, just because
2) we’re suckers for a slick marketing/advertising campaign
3) we’re too busy caring for and worrying about everyone else to pamper ourselves properly

Now….I don’t know about the rest of ya’ll but I can neither AFFORD all the crap that is advertised nowadays as the next ‘miraculous’ beauty treatment nor do I have the time to apply/use them all.

So, where is the common sense approach in all of this? And just so everyone know, every single thing I suggest here I’m going to DO for the next 30 days and report back.

I’m as bad as the next working/busy mom – I do and do and do and fall into bed remembering all I didn’t get done – and doing for myself rarely makes the ‘done’ list.

Let’s take it step by step….

Ok, let’s start with the basics – Health and Nutrition!

1) Water – well, this is simple – drink plenty of it. This is a challenge for me because I’d MUCH rather be drinking a cup of strong coffee! But, my goal for this 30 days is to drink 4 16 oz bottles of water per day. Need a reminder of why water is important? Read this post: http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/nutrition/10-reasons-to-drink-more-water/

2) This may seem like it’s ridiculous, but it’s not. Laughter. Laughter is the best medicine, right? Research has shown health benefits of laughter ranging from strengthening the immune system to reducing food cravings to increasing one’s threshold for pain. There’s even an emerging therapeutic field known as humor therapy to help people heal more quickly, among other things. Humor also has several important stress relieving benefits.

a) Laughter gives our bodies a good workout. Laughter can be a great workout for your diaphragm, abdominal, respiratory, facial, leg, and back muscles. It massages abdominal organs, tones intestinal functioning, and strengthens the muscles that hold the abdominal organs in place. Not only does laughter give your midsection a workout, it can benefit digestion and absorption functioning as well. It is estimated that hearty laughter can burn calories equivalent to several minutes on the rowing machine or the exercise bike.

b) Laughter lowers blood pressure. People who laugh heartily on a regular basis have lower standing blood pressure than the average person. When people have a good laugh, initially the blood pressure increases, but then it decreases to levels below normal. Breathing then becomes deeper which sends oxygen enriched blood and nutrients throughout the body.

c) Laughter protects the heart. Laughter, along with an active sense of humor, may help protect you against a heart attack, according to the study at the University of Maryland Medical Center (cited above). The study, which is the first to indicate that laughter may help prevent heart disease, found that people with heart disease were 40 percent less likely to laugh in a variety of situations compared to people of the same age without heart disease.

If you can’t find anything to laugh about, well, just stop a minute to think of a world where women went on strike and men had to assume our roles/duties! Now THAT would be tragically hilarious!

2) Ease up on caffeinated beverages. This is another toughie for me because of the love of coffee I mentioned above, but also because my #2 favorite drink is Coca-Cola (hey, at least I’m honest about it!). So, what I’m doing is replacing 3 cups of coffeee or 3 glasses of coke (or combination of) with 3 cups of green tea sweetened with honey. I do love green tea – and the benefits of green tea are impressive. Want to read about those? They are listed in this post: http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/the-benefits-of-green-tea/

3) Eat breakfast. Now, I HATE eating breakfast – I’m never hungry and if I eat a large breakfast I become nauseated. But, when I eat nothing, I end up going hours on ONLY coffee and then binge eat like a starving, rabid person. The way I’ve solved this? I bought generic Ensure (chocolate flavor, of course) and drink one of those each morning. It gives me something substantial AND gives me some protein. I’ve actually lost weight doing this, even without changing any other part of my lifestyle.

4) Eat brightly colored fruits and vegetables. Substitute snacks of cookies or chips with an apple, fresh broccoli sprinkled with Olive Oil and Lemon, a spinach salad, etc…you get the idea.

5) Cut down on anything with high Saturated Fat (fried foods!) and refined flours and eat more fish (especially Alaskan Salmon), turkey and chicken. Diet IS linked to Acne – no matter what the ‘experts’ may say. Want to know more? Check out Dr. Perricone’s site.

6) Take your vitamins. Of course, we could make a list 3 miles long of so-called ‘amazing’ supplements, right? Well, I have three goals with my supplements: 1) general good health 2) heart health (heart disease runs in my family) and 3) beauty.

Here’s what I take:

1) A solid Multi-Vitamin will help you get all of the nutrients, Vitamins and Minerals you may need. Although, remember, the best way to get what your body needs is by eating right!

2) Alpha Lipoic Acid – Alpha Lipoic Acid, also known as lipoic acid is a powerful, natural antioxidant slowly becoming recognized as having some unique properties in the therapy and prevention of a broad range of diseases. We have all heard the term “free radicals” in connection with youth and aging. Antioxidants are what help battle these free radicals and keep us healthier and younger looking.

3) Hair, Skin and Nails by Rexall (great multi-vitamin specifically for hair, skin and nails that includes Biotin!)

4) Fish oil – 2000 mg a day – great for heart and for soft skin and terrific source of Omega-3s – More info on Fish Oil here: http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/herbal-product-spotlight/xtend-lifes-omega-3-dha-esters/

5) Flax oil – 1000 mg a day – Read more on the benefits of flax here: http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/general/the-health-benefits-of-flaxseed-oil/

6) Vitamin B-Complex – Over 60 different bodily enzymes require vitamin B6 to perform properly. In addition, vitamin B12 relies upon its B cousin for assistance in adequate absorption into our bodies. Vitamin B6 promotes healthy skin and hair; therefore, it is not suprising that a B6 deficiency could easily lead to a skin disorder. I personally love No Shot B-12 and B-6 by Superior Source.

7) DMAE – DMAE can lift ones mood level to a more positive side, counter depression and bad moods, and raise and improve cognitive functions (such as memory and concentration), dmae can even increase intelligence. Physician’s closely watching patients on DMAE have reported that such people are more. upbeat, and have greater positive mental acuity. Also, people taking it often, have reported sleeping depper and having much more energy when awake. Finally, one of the most promsosing DMAE benefits is that it promotes healthy skin, by stopping the process of arachidonic acid being manufactured, which is a substance that can lead to wrinkles and aging of the skin. Because of these purposes, the nutrient can be taken internally as nutritional supplement or applied orally through certain creams.

Cod Liver Oil – Healthy skin, Strong bones and teeth, Healthy joints, A healthy cardiovascular system, A healthy nervous system and prevention of depression and other mood disorders, A healthy lining for your digestive tract

Now, isn’t it funny that things we do for ‘health’ have the side-benefit of improving beauty?

Here’s two more suggestions for general health AND beauty – and ones I will swear by!

1) Dry skin brushing – The skin-brushing itself will change the health of your whole body. Circulation, skin softness and quality, skin infections and irritations, whole body freshness, treatment of cellulite, your level of stimulation, the prevention of colds, and you personal rejuvenation are all areas of improvement you can look for, when you make it to a regular habit.

What brush to use? Well, even though there are ‘specialty’ skin brushes sold for 60 bucks and more (eye roll) I’ve found that a normal natural bristle brush – made by Goody and available at any drug store, WalMart, Target or Kmart – works JUST as well. Don’t get caught up in the marketing!!!!

The best instructions I’ve found on how to dry skin brush are from http://www.naturalhealthtechniques.com/HealingTechniques/Dry_Brushing_Technique.htm

How to Dry Brush (Easy, Fast Instructions):

1) Begin with your feet and brush vigorously in circular motions.
2) Continue brushing up your legs.
3) Proceed to your hands and arms.
4) Brush your entire back and abdomen area, shoulders and neck.
5) Use circular counter-clockwise strokes on the abdomen.
6) Lightly brush the breasts.
7) Brush upwards on the back and down from the neck. Better yet, have a friend, spouse or family member brush your back.

After brushing, take a hot shower with soap (about three minutes in duration), followed by a 10-20 second cold rinse. Repeat this procedure three times. If the hot/cold showers are too extreme, a warm shower can be used. Follow the shower with a rubdown with either a sponge or towel to remove dead skin.

2) Now, once a week, follow your dry skin brushing with this instead of with a shower….A detox bath.

My first question about these were….”HUH? What FOR????” So, here’s what for:

Detox baths are a simple and valuable adjunct to normal self-care health maintenance. They can be very helpful in facilitating the elimination of toxins that are released into systemic circulation by massage and bodywork therapies, as well as encouraging the ongoing immune and eliminative functions of the skin. Best of all, baths are enjoyable and relaxing — medicine that “tastes good.”

Epsom salts baths provide a broad spectrum cleanser, clearing lymphatic congestion, removing some heavy metals (mercury, lead, aluminum, arsenic), and eliminating residual radiation from medical tests (X-rays or CAT scans), computer monitors and televisions, and UV exposure from frequent air travel.

Baking Soda & Sea Salt – A hot bath with equal parts of baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) and sea salt assists in detoxification from exposure to heavy metals and radiation. It is also beneficial for cleansing the auric field and for soothing itchy skin. Sea salt is recommended, as opposed to rock salt or common table salt, which are depleted of nourishing minerals.

Hydrogen Peroxide – Adding hydrogen peroxide to bathwater increases oxygen available to the body. One of the reasons rain feels so refreshing is because the moisture (H2O) in the air picks up an extra molecule of oxygen (O2) as it interacts with ozone (O3) in the atmosphere, and as the raindrops fall they contain an abundance of this natural hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). When hydrogen peroxide is added to bathwater, the extra molecule of oxygen is released. The famous healing waters of Lourdes, in France, contain concentrations of hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide baths often leave the body feeling alert and revitalized, like spending a day in the fresh country air. This gentle bath is antibacterial, antiviral and cleansing to the emotional and energetic bodies. It is believed to be helpful in eliminating some chemicals and some radiation from body tissues. It has been found to be a good support during chemotherapy.

Apple Cider Vinegar – Apple cider vinegar baths restore a natural pH to the skin and hair, as well as rejuvenate and build up the body’s resistance. This bath helps restore acid mantle protection to the skin, which is lost from swimming and from routine use of soaps on the skin. Thus, apple cider vinegar baths help combat “unfriendly” bacteria, fungal overgrowth, and are helpful with vaginal and bladder infections. Apple cider vinegar baths are soothing to the skin, alleviating itchiness, poison ivy and sunburn discomfort. As with all hot baths, it causes the pores to open and aids in general systemic detoxification. Apple cider vinegar contains potassium, phosphorus, natural sodium, magnesium, natural fluoride, iron, silicon, sulfur, and other trace minerals which are nourishing to the skin.

Now for the bath recipe:

Fill the tub with water

* 1/2 cup sea salt
* 1/2 cup of baking soda
* 1/2 cup of Epsom salt
* 1/2 cup of peroxide
* 1 cup of apple cider vinegar
* 20 drops of oregano oil (optional)

Add to bath water, stir until dissolved. Bathe in water for at least 20 minutes

On to the Face and Neck!

Ok, no matter WHAT the ads tell you, the BEST things you can do for your skin are:

1) Drink plenty of water

2) Get enough good rest

3) Minimize Stress – and don’t STAY stressed – breathe, meditate, dance, whatever it takes to de-stress (remember “laughter” above???)

4) Good nutrition – you’d think this would be a ‘duh’ – but it really is one of the most often over-looked must-do’s

5) Exercise – yes, exercise – walking, running, aerobics, yoga – heck I blast my 80s rock and 70s disco while the kids are at school and dance like an idiot while no one is home to watch! No one says exercise has to be boring, ritualized nor uniform. And, dancing has the added benefit of being FUN

6) Take those supplements up there – the multi-vitamin, flax, DMAE, Cod Liver Oil, Alpha-Lipoic Acid, and omega-3 fish oils especially. You’ll be amazed at the difference in your skin.

7) LOVE YOUR SKIN – ok, this sounds silly, but I’m serious. Thought creates reality. What the mind professes, the body expresses. Love your skin. Massage it, caress it, LOVE IT.

Now, for some no- and low-cost solutions for your skin….

1) Facial massage. Forget the creams for a minute. The single thing (besides general good health) that will benefit your face? Massage. Seriously. Wrinkles? Massage them. Sagging jaws? Massage them. Double chin? Again, Massage. Now, you can do this with your finger tips, with your favorite *rounded end* crystal or even with an electro-acupuncture device. But, bottom line is, massage!

You can combine the following facial exercises with your skin care program. Due to the fact that skin responds well to this type of stimulation, you will see results in lines, complexion, tone and elasticity. As an added bonus, this type of massage strengthens the underlying muscles and results in the signs of aging becoming diminished.

Use the balls of your fingertips as well as the palms of your hands. For all exercises, use gentle, but firm, pressure – this is not supposed to hurt!

If you notice that some spots you massage are tender this means you are probably hitting the precise spots. Tenderness will diminish and disappear altogether with time.

Toning around the eyes

Using your favorite moisturizer or essential oil blend, use your middle fingers to work around each eye simultaneously. Use slight pressure – be gentle with the eye area – and circle the eyes from the inside corner of your eybrows, following the entire eybrow, and back around to where you started.

Repeat this circular massage 30-35 times (in one sitting) each day.

This type of stimulation of the facial muscles will tone, relax and increase circulation to the eye area, which in turn results in diminished signs of aging.

Revitalizing the Eyes

In this exercise, the acupressure point at the side of your face, approximately 1/4 inch past the outside corner of your eye (this is right on the outer curve of the bone around the eye), is stimulated. The second point to stimulate is directly in line and under your pupil on the top edge of the cheekbone.

This massage can soften lines and wrinkles in the eye area. Starting with the corner points, press each simultaneously for 3 seconds and then release for a count of three. Do this 30 times and then move on to the point on the cheek bone. Do all of this in one sitting and repeat these sets 3 times a day if possible.

Full Facial Acupressure Treatment

This is similar to the above exercise except it involves many more points. It is recommended that you do this full facial acupressure treatment twice per week. Follow the hold and press with the balls of your fingertips instructions from the Revitalizing the Eyes exercise. All points which are on both sides of the face, do simultaneously. The forehead, upper lip and chin points are done singly.

You can combine therapies with this easily by choosing a rounded-end crystal with which to press/hold or massage your face. This incorporates the healing power of crystals as well as color healing into your beauty massage routine.

This is the premium face lift acupressure massage routine. Trust me, if you get into the habit of doing this, you WILL notice a difference in your face and you won’t have spent a dime to get it.

2) Water – yes, yes, I know I spouted off about water before, but it’s important. Internally AND externally. Make SURE you wash your face twice a day – finishing the wash with a cool water rinse. And, when you have a few spare minutes….don’t just hastily put the cleanser on and rinse off – take a couple minutes to massage your face – during the wash and during the rinse.

3) Oxygen – I know this sounds silly, but oxygen is important – as a matter of fact, it’s crucial. So, BREATHE – breathe deep and long. Start by breathing in for a count of 4 and out for a count of four – do this five times. See if you can work your way up to a count of 15 – practice it throughout the day, but do it at *least* once a day. Sun and free radicals aren’t the only things that cause wrinkles, ya know – stress does too. And what do we do when stressed? We breath more shallow, our heart rate goes up, our digestion stops, our blood pressure goes up and blood is diverted to the limbs from all ‘non-essential’ body systems. Bring the blood and oxygen back – BREATHE. Speaking of oxygen… try to get some fresh air each day too!

Topically

1) Cleansing – At the very least use a mild and gentle cleanser such as a Dove beauty bar. If you want a cleanser that ‘works’ for your skin, get one with Alpha Lipoic Acid, Vitamin C and DMAE.

2) Frownies!!! – I swear, these work! They are inexpensive and look silly, but I, along with a host of Hollywood beauties, will swear by them. Frownies are facial pads made from natural, skin-friendly materials. Frownies are applied to the forehead and corners of the eyes and mouth to gently re-educate the underlying muscles to assume their correct, relaxed and natural appearance. Frownies, in fact, allow the deep expression lines to heal leaving younger, relaxed-looking skin. Best part? Under $20 – AND 100% money-back guaranteed. And, believe it or not, a mom invented these for her daughter in, get this….1889! Worth the money, worth the hassle – this is the ONE thing I wouldn’t do without!

3) DMAE Cream – This is a must and be sure to get one that also has Vitamin C and Alpha Lipoic Acid. The combination of Alpha Lipoic Acid, Vitamin C Ester and DMAE Cream has been proven as an unbeatable anti-aging Skin Care treatment. DMAE Cream has been called “face lift in a jar” by some skin specialists. It helps firm and tighten facial and neck skin. With continued use, it helps strengthen and stabilize cells’ plasma membrane for a more defined youthful appearance.

4) Sunscreen – I know, I know, you’ve heard it before! Well, listen this time! Protect your face from the sun! Excessive sun exposure is one of the leading cause of wrinkles and dry skin.

5) Using essential oils for beauty instead of chemicals – I LOVE essential oils (which is probably why I became a Certified Aromatherapist!) – Oils are amazing. They penetrate the skin and they can address all sorts of complexion issues and skin conditions. Essential oils have a profound effect on skin. And, although I don’t have room to tout the benefits of every oil, here are the top contenders:

a) Helichrysum – Great for Skin Conditions (Eczema, dermatitis, Psoriasis) May help blood Circulation, Scar Tissue, and varicose veins. It helps regenerate tissue, Detoxify and stimulate liver cell function.

b) Bergamot – Anti-inflammatory (Acne IS an inflammatory disease, remember!) Helps oily complexion.

c) Carrot Seed – Amazing for Skin Care. Carrot Seed is awesome for Dry Skin, Wrinkles, Eczema, Psoriasis

d) Cedarwood – may help with Acne, Anxiety, Dandruff, Psoriasis, skin diseases. It also helps to reduce oily skin.

e) German Chamomile – Promotes the regeneration of skin and can be used for abscesses, Burns, Rashes, cuts, and dermatitis. It is also helpful for Acne, Eczema, infected nails, sores, Skin Disorders, Stress-related complaints, and wounds.

f) Roman Chamomile – Neutralizes Allergies and increases the ability of the skin to regenerate. It is a Cleanser of the blood and also helps the liver discharge poisons. This oil may help with Allergies, Bruises, cuts, Depression, Insomnia, Muscle Tension, nerves (calming and promoting nerve health), and Skin Conditions such as Acne, dermatitis, Eczema, Rashes and sensitive skin.

g) Elemi – Widely regarded today for protecting and rejuvenating the skin, reducing Wrinkles and Scarring and stimulating nerves.

h) Geranium – Balances the sebum, which is the fatty secretion in the sebaceous glands of the skin that keep the skin supple. Helps cleanse oily skin and restores and enlivens pale skin.

i) Jasmine – Beneficial for the skin, uplifting. Ideal for Skin Care and for dry, oily, irritated or sensitive skin.

j) Rosewood – May create skin elasticity and is soothing to the skin. It is recognized for its ability to get rid of Candida of the skin and slow the aging process. It may also be beneficial for cuts, tissue regeneration and wounds. It helps to create a synergism with all other oils.

To read more about using essential oils for beauty, click here: http://www.natural-holistic-health.com/alternative-therapies/aromatherapy/essential-oils-for-beauty/

The Challenge….Are Ya Up For It?

Here’s my challenge – to myself and all of you (and I want to HEAR about if you did it, how well you did and what results you had!!!)

I will…….

1) Take one hour a day for ME. I know I waste at LEAST an hour a day on stupid stuff (such as worrying, staring off into space, whatever) In that hour I will enjoy washing my face, doing my acupressure massage, my slow/deep breathing and my dry skin brushing. That’ll take, what? 30 minutes? Ok, the other 30 minutes is going to be yoga or dancing or any other form of exercise I can think of – even climbing the steps in my house 15 times in a row – whatever it takes!

2) I will drink at least 4 bottles of water a day

3) I will replace ONE snack a day with a yummy fruit or vegetable.

4) I will replace 3 cups of coffee and/or 3 glasses of coke with 3 cups of green tea (or herbal tea).

5) I will take my vitamins

6) I will LIKE me, dangit – I will remind myself at least once a day that I’m pretty cool and I will spend a few minutes just enjoying being me.

7) Once a week I will do the detox bath and the full facial massage – twice a week on the massage if I can fit it in.

I will at LEAST drink a protein/Ensure drink every morning to get my day started right. (heck, a V-8 would work too!)

9) I will LAUGH

and…

10) I won’t stop doing this when the month is over nor will I ‘give up’ on the plan altogether if I get too busy or forget to stick to my plan!

Your turn….and remember, you gotta let me know how you do!

Sources:
http://vibrantskin.net/3/pop3.htm
http://www.healthynewage.com/facelift.html
http://www.naturalhealthtechniques.com/HealingTechniques/Dry_Brushing_Technique.htm
http://www.helpguide.org/life/humor_laughter_health.htm
http://stress.about.com/od/stresshealth/a/laughter.htm

Phototherapy involves the use of two kinds of UV light: UVA and UVB. Sometimes only one kind of UV light is used; other times, a combination of both is employed, of course depending on the recommendation of a specialist. It is prescribed by some doctors for patients with eczema, particularly those with atopic dermatitis and contact dermatitis.

So when does a doctor advise a patient to undergo phototherapy? When the eczema is widespread and does not respond to any medications applied onto the affected areas.

How long does the treatment last before significant results are evident?

Treatment by exposure to UVB light is considered to be the safer form of phototherapy. It is recommended for a person afflicted with eczema to undergo 3-5 treatments per week. The amount of UVB light used is gradually increased depending on the diseases response and the type of skin of the patient. Usually, a noticeable improvement on the affected skin is observed within 1-3 months of therapy.

Are there any side effects when I undergo this treatment?

The UV light used in phototherapy, although artificial, is still much like the one emitted by the sun. That is why exposure to this kind of light must be carefully done under the supervision of a specialist in order to prevent sunburn and other potential effects on the body. What are these potential side effects? One is the possible development of cataracts a condition which involves the clouding of the normally clear lens of the eyes. During a phototherapy session, the patients eyes are protected by special goggles to prevent the UV light from harming the eyes and vision.

Premature skin aging may also be another potential side effect of phototherapy, although limited to prolonged treatments only. However, the patients exposure to UV light is administered in controlled doses by a specialist, so any skin damage that may arise is significantly kept at minimum.

Isnt it that exposure to UV light causes skin cancer?

We all know that prolonged exposure to direct sunlight can cause skin cancer. Sunlight has UV light; phototherapy uses the same kind of light as that emitted by the sun. Yes, this is very much true. But then again, phototherapy is controlled and administered by a specialist, and each phototherapy session does not take long hours of exposure to UV light. Usually, the first treatment only takes a few seconds, working up to a few minutes each side of the body as the treatment course progresses. Of course, much of it still depends on what the specialist deems appropriate.

How does UV light help relieve eczema symptoms?

You might have heard before that some dermatologists actually recommend their patients suffering from skin conditions such as acne and psoriasis to have their skin exposed to sunlight at times. So whats in sunlight that makes it beneficial to such skin conditions? Yes, its UV light.

UV light kills the T cells in the affected skin, resulting to reduction of redness and slowing down of the production of skin cells that cause scaling. Because of the same effects, phototherapy is considered as an effective eczema treatment, when other treatment methods fail to yield positive results.

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Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea)

* Clary Sage is used in aromatherapy in preference to Sage (Salvia Officinalis) because Sage can be quite toxic. Clary possesses the positive effects of Sage without the danger. One should avoid the use of alcohol while using Clary Sage because the combination can bring on severe nightmares. Clary produces a heightened state akin to euphoria and relaxation. It is used in treating asthma, and during convalescence of the flu. It is used in abdominal massage for digestive problems. (Source: A-Z Aromatherapy by Patricia Davis)
* Most valuable uses: Muscular fatigue, menstrual problems, PMS, fertility, exhaustion, insomnia, menopausal problems, calming, stress, depression, cramps, excessive perspiration.
* Therapeutic properties: Antiseptic, calmative, tonic, emmenagogue, anti-infectious, anti-spasmodic, anti-sudorific, aphrodisiac, nerve tonic, nervine, estrogen-like
* Main chemical components: Linalol, Linalyl Acetate, Germacrene, Ceranyl acetate
* Contraindication: Avoid during pregnancy.

(Source: Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Susan Worwood Valerie Worwood)

Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus, Eucalyptus Radiata, etc.)

* Eucalyptus globulus (“blue-gum”) is the most widely used variety; but Eucalyptus radiata is a better choice for aromatherapy because it has all the good properties of Eucalyptus with a sweeter aroma than the “blue-gum” variety. Eucalyptus is well known as a decongestant inhalation for colds. It reduces nasal congestion and inhibits the growth of viruses. In Australia, Eucalyptus leaves are used to bind wounds, and the oil is used in solutions to clean operation cavities and to impregnate gauze as a post-operation dressing. It is also used for burns. It is used as a pain-killing cream for shingles and in massage for rheumatism. (Source: A-Z Aromatherapy by Patricia Davis)
* ACTIONS: Analgesic, antineuralgic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, balsamic, cicatrisant, decongestant, deodorant, depurative, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, hypoglycaemic, parasiticide, prophylactic, rubefacient, stimulant, vermifuge, vulnerary.

(Source: Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils: by Julia Lawless)

Eucalyptus globulus -

* Most valuable uses: Catarrh, bronchitis, colds, flu, fever, sinusitis, muscular aches and pains, headaches, sluggishness, mental exhaustion, rheumatism, asthma, insect bites, rashes, skin ulcers, chilblains, sore throats.
* Therapeutic properties: Antiseptic, balsamic, expectorant, antibiotic, anti-fungal, febrifuge, anti-infectious, anti-parasitic, anti-neuralgic, anti-putrescent, pectoral. The antiseptic properties of this oil increase with age.
* Main chemical components: 1,8-Cineole, para Cymene, Eucalyptol, Fenchene, Globulol, Camphene.
* Contraindication: Not to be used on children under 12 years.

(Source: Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Susan Worwood Valerie Worwood)

Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)

* Do not use fennel for young children and babies because the melanthine in it can be toxic to them. Fennel must not be used by those who suffer from epilepsy. Fennel is used as a diuretic, for cellulitis, and to treat PMS. It is also used as a gargle for gum infections and in toothpaste. (Source: A-Z Aromatherapy by Patricia Davis)
* Most valuable uses: Abdominal pain or cramps, flatulence, coughs, sore throats, digestive problems, menstrual problems, PMS, menopausal problems, fertility, obesity, nausea, fluid retention, liver problems.
* Therapeutic properties: Carminative, emmenagogue, estrogen-like, galactagogue, depurative, diuretic, stimulant, regenerative, anti-spasmodic, antiseptic, antibiotic, vermifuge, expectorant.
* Main chemical components: trans Anethole, Fenchone, Estragol, Methylchavicol, Fenone, aplha-pinene.
* Contraindication: Do not use in pregnancy. Do not use on babies, or on children under 16 years. Not to be used by people subject to epilepsy. Not to be used by people with high estrogen levels. Not to be used by women with breast cancer. Not to be used by people with kidney problems, including kidney stones.

(Source: Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Susan Worwood Valerie Worwood)

Lavender (Lavandula vera, Lavandula officinalis, Lavandula augustifolia, etc.)

* Lavender is used to treat colds, coughs, sinusitis, flue, burns, and wounds. It is massaged into the temples for headaches, and used in massage for back pain, arthritis, and inflammation. Massaged gently into the lower abdomen, it reduces menstrual pain or scanty menstruation. Lavender is also used to treat palpitations, high blood-pressure, and skin infections. (Source: A-Z Aromatherapy by Patricia Davis)
* ACTIONS: Analgesic, anticonvulsive, antidepressant, antimicrobial, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, carminative, cholagogue, choleretic, cicatrisant, cordial, cytophylactic, deodorant, diuretic, emmenagogue, hypotensive, insecticide, nervine, parasiticide, rubefacient, sedative, stimulant, sudorific, tonic, vermifuge, vulnerary. (Source: Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils: by Julia Lawless)
* Most valuable uses: Cuts, grazes, burns, rheumatism, chilblains, dermatitis, eczema, sunburn, insect bites, headaches, migraine, insomnia, infections, arthritis, anxiety, tension, panic, hysteria, fatigue, inflammatory conditions, rashes, nervous conditions, dysmenorrhoea, spasms. Can be used safely on children.
* Therapeutic properties: Antiseptic, analgesic, cytophylactic, anti-spasmodic, tonic, cicatrisive, anti-inflammatory, emmenagogue, anti-venomous, anti-toxic, anti-parasitic, antitussive, diuretic, restorative, decongestant, antidepressant, calmative, sedative, antibiotic, anti-infectious.
* Main chemical components: Linalyl Acetate, Linalool, Geraniol, Borneol, Isoborneol, Cineol-1,8.
* Contraindication: None known.

(Source: Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Susan Worwood Valerie Worwood)

Lemon (Citrus limonum)

* Lemon stimulates white corpuscles to fight against infection. It is used in minor injuries to stop bleeding, and in minor cuts as a bactericide. Lemon may also be used to remove corns, warts, and verrucae. Lemon oil can cause skin irritation unless it is used in very low dilutions. (Source: A-Z Aromatherapy by Patricia Davis)
* Most valuable uses: General tonic, infections, detoxification, general fatigue, obesity, acne, physical exhaustion, digestion, depression, rheumatism, colds and flue, skin care.
* Therapeutic properties: Antibiotic, sedative, carminative, diuretic, haemostatic, astringent, digestive, immunostimulant, antidepressant, stimulant, antiseptic, febrifuge, calmative, antispasmodic, antisclerotic, depurative, vermifuge, cicatrisive.
* Main chemical components: D Limonene, Citral, gamma Terpinene, Phellandrene, Citronellal, Citroptene.
* Contraindication: Do not apply neat to the skin. Do not apply to the skin before exposure to the sun.

(Source: Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Susan Worwood Valerie Worwood)

Peppermint (Mentha piperata)

* Peppermint is well known for treating digestive upsets, and is used to treat colds and flu. It has a cooling effect, and is used for fevers. It is also used to stimulate the brain and bring on clear thinking. Peppermint should not be used in conjunction with homeopathic remedies, and must be stored away from these, because it can act as an antidote to them. Avoid use of peppermint in the evening because it can produce wakefulness, and avoid prolonged use of peppermint as it may disturb sleep patterns. (Source: A-Z Aromatherapy by Patricia Davis)
* Most valuable uses: Headaches, nausea, fatigue, apathy, coughs, digestive problems, bowel disorders, flatulence, muscular pain, sinus congestion, shock, faintness, travel sickness, mouth or gum infections, mental tiredness, poor circulation.
* Therapeutic properties: Antiseptic, antibiotic, anti-infectious, carminative, stomachic, anti-spasmodic, depurative, stimulant, tonic, emmenagogue, anti-parasitic, vermifuge, expectorant, analgesic, digestive, decongestant.
* Main chemical components: Menthol, Menthone, iso Menthone, Menthofurna, Menthol ester.
* Contraindication: Could cause irritation if applied neat to the skin. Do not use in baths. Not to be used in pregnancy or on children under seven years.

(Source: Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Susan Worwood Valerie Worwood)

Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis and Rosmarinus pyramidalis)

* Rosemary stimulates the Central Nervous System, and is used in treatment of paralysis and memory loss. It is used to treat respiratory problems as a steam inhalation. Cautions observed with Rosemary encourage use in only small amounts because it may produce seizures or poisoning. (Source: A-Z Aromatherapy by Patricia Davis)
* ACTIONS: Analgesic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, choleretic, cicatrisant, cordial, cytophylactic, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, fungicidal, hepatic, hypertensive, nervine, parasiticide, restorative, rubefacient, stimulant (circulatory, adrenal cortex, hepatobiliary), stomachic, sudorific, tonic (nervous, general), vulnerary. (Source: Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils: by Julia Lawless)
* Most valuable uses: Muscular pain, rheumatism, arthritis, muscular weakness, constipation, coughs, colds, bronchitis, helps eliminate toxins, memory enhancement, overwork, general debility, infections, overindulgence, hangovers, acne, exhaustion, poor circulation, cellulite, skin care, hair care, migraine, headaches, sinus problems, general tonic.
* Therapeutic properties: Antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, stimulant, analgesic, rubefacient, antidepressant, anti-toxic, pectoral, vulnerary, carminative, emmenagogue, diuretic, stomachic, antitussive, decongestant.
* Main chemical components: 1,8-Cineole, beta Pinene, Camphor, Camphene, Borneol, Bornyl acetate.
* Contraindication: Not to be used in pregnancy. Not to be used by people with epilepsy.

(Source: Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Susan Worwood Valerie Worwood)

Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia)

* Tea tree is used to treat all manner of infections. It does not irritate the skin. (Source: A-Z Aromatherapy by Patricia Davis)
* ACTIONS: Anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericidal, balsamic, cicatrisant, diaphoretic, expectorant, fungicidal, immuno-stimulant, parasiticide, vulnerary. (Source: Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils: by Julia Lawless)
* Most valuable uses: Rashes, insect bites, nail fungus, dermatitis, ringworm, thrush, head lice, sore throats, boils, bronchial congestion, scabies, ulcers, wounds, arthritis, cold sores, acne, fatigue, useful for all infections.
* Therapeutic properties: Anti-infectious, antibiotic, balsamic, anti-fungal, anti-viral, anti-parasitic, vulnerary, anti-inflammatory, expectorant, immunostimulant, decongestant, analgesic, antiseptic.
* Main chemical components: Terpinene-4-ol, Paracymene, Caryophyllene, Gamma-Terpinene, Alpha-terpinene.
* Contraindication: None known.

(Source: Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Susan Worwood Valerie Worwood)

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)

* Thyme is used as a digestive stimulant and in treating coughs and sore throats. It is used in a toothpaste to treat mouth and gum infections. Thyme stimulates the production of white corpuscles to strengthen the body’s resistance to infection. It raises low blood pressure and stimulates the appetite. It is used in baths for insomnia and is used in compresses for sores and wounds. (Source: A-Z Aromatherapy by Patricia Davis)
* ACTIONS: Anthelmintic, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiputrescent, antirheumatic, antiseptic (intestinal, pulmonary, genito-urinary), antispasmodic, antitussive, antitoxic, aperitif, astringent, aphrodisiac, bactericidal, balsamic, carminative, cicatrisant, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, fungicidal, hypertensive, nervine, revulsive, rubefacient, parasiticide, stimulant (immune system, circulation), sudorific, tonic, vermifuge. (Source: Encyclopaedia of Essential Oils: by Julia Lawless)
* Most valuable uses: All infections including viral infections, mucous congestion, colds, flu, muscular pains, arthritis, obesity, bronchitis, coughs, general debility, poor circulation, gout, physical exhaustion, throat infections, muscular debility, anorexia, acne, gum infections, thrush, verrucas, warts.
* Therapeutic properties: Antibiotic, pectoral, analgesic, expectorant, antiseptic, balsamic, anti-infectious, anti-viral, stimulant, tonic, rubefacient, diuretic, emmenagogue, vermifuge, anti-venomous, anti-putrescent, anti-spasmodic, anti-fungal, immunostimulant.
* Main chemical components: 6-isopropyl-m-cresol, Terpenoid, phenol thymol, isomer carvacrol, cymol, linalool, camphene.
* Contraindication: Neither thymes are to be used in pregnancy. Not to be used in baths. Red thyme not to be used on children. Red thyme can be a mucus membrane and skin irritant so never use neat on the skin. Red thyme is one of the best anti-infectious agents when diffused in the atmosphere.

(Source: Essential Aromatherapy: A Pocket Guide to Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Susan Worwood Valerie Worwood)

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Eczema is a dry skin condition that happens commonly among children. There are different degrees by which someone is affected and the only good news is that it is not contagious.

When you do have it, your skin will not only look dry but also itchy and red. In severe cases, there may be bleeding, crusting and weeping.

So how do we treat eczema? The first thing you have to do to prevent it from getting worse is not to scratch it because constant scratching causes the skin to bleed and split making it vulnerable to infection. Should this happen to you, there are oral and topical antibiotics available that can kill the bacteria.

Since this is easier said than done, you should apply creams and lotions over the affected area to keep the skin moist. The best time to apply it to the skin is after bathing so the moisture from the bath is still locked into the skin.

Another option is to apply cold compress. If this still does not work, then you can go to the drug store and apply nonprescription corticosteroid creams and ointments that are designed to reduce inflammation.

If the nonprescription corticosteroid creams and ointments are not effective, then it is time to try those that are prescribed by the doctor. You should know that there are some side effects and to prevent this from happening, you must limit the length of treatment time and the locations where this will be applied. Instead of topical prescribed medication, the doctor may even give you oral corticosteroids.

The creams and ointments mentioned will not be able to help if you have severe itching. For that, doctors will recommend sedative antihistamines that are available in both prescription and over-the-counter varieties. Since drowsiness is a common side effect, this is usually given during the evening so you will be able to get a good nights sleep.

For those who want to use something else, they can try tar treatments and phototherapy. The only problem with tar treatments is the fact that it is messy.

The last resort for eczema treatment if nothing seems to work is a drug called cyclosporine A. This is designed to modify the bodys immune response at a price because it is known to have serious side effects.

But for people who are suffering from atopic dermatitis which is another form of eczema, there are two topical medications to choose from that have been approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. These are namely tacrolimus and pimecrolimus which belong to a class of drugs called calcineurin inhibitors which work by modulating the immune response. The best part is that there are no side effects even during long term use.

Can eczema be prevented? The answer is yes. If you have children, make sure they are wearing breathable clothes like those made of cotton, use mild soaps when they bathe, keep their room clean from dust mites and avoid sudden temperature changes.

Eczema can happen at any age. Studies have shown that there are 15 million people in this country who have one form or another. The good news is that there is eczema treatment available. If over the counter creams, ointments and medications dont work, consult with your dermatologist so something stronger can be given.

A study published in the British Medical Journal Lancet showed a significant improvement in eczema when patients took high doses of Evening Primrose Oil (EPO) in capsule form. There have been some reports that EPO can help in cases of atopic dermatitis. It takes a rather large number of these expensive capsules to produce results and it can take at least six months to see any results.

Flax taken internally or applied externally often eases symptoms of eczema.

Aloe vera gel and Calendula lotion or cream can sooth irritated skin.

Take 500 milligrams of Black Currant Oil twice a day. Give children under 12 half that dose. This takes six to eight weeks to produce the desired effect.

Burdock Root – Helps to purify blood and restore the liver to aid in a restful sleep. Helps to reduce build up of toxins in the skin resulting in boils and other skin disorders. Helps gallbladder functions and stimulates the immune system.

Chamomile – Chamomile‘s medicinal properties range from skin inflammations to lightening hair to treating digestive problems. As a mild sedative, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial, it improves digestion by relaxing the muscles throughout the gastrointestinal system and it can induce an overall sense of calm and well-being.

Dandelion – is a leading remedy for detoxing the liver. It stimulates the flow of bile, a fluid that aids fat digestion, which is why it’s used for liver and gallbladder disorders. Dandelion has scientifically documented potent diuretic properties. It relieves constipation and eases bloating and swelling. Dandelion should be used for 4 to 6 weeks at a time. For it’s liver benefits dandelion is helpful for skin disorders.

Red Clover – is an herb suggested for chronic conditions affecting the skin. It is a diuretic, but it’s unknown exactly how it works for skin conditions. Use nonfermented red clover which is safe. Red clover contains a substance called genistein, which has anticancer properties.

Thyme Leaf – The pungent oils found in Thyme are an effective antimicrobial in the treatment of respiratory infections. When taking Thyme, people often note tasting it on their breath as the oils permeate through the respiratory system to reduce the proliferation of viruses during infections. It also warms the digestion and reduces metabolic congestion, aiding to clear the body of conditions for infection.