J Squared Organics' List of Essential Oils
Bergamot(Citrus bergamia)
Origin-Italy
Properties:Analgesic, anthelmintic, antibacterial, antidepressant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, deodorant, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, laxative, rubefacient, sedative, stimulant, stomachic, tonic, vulnerary.
Benefits: Abscess, acne, anxiety, boils, bronchitis, carbuncles, cold sores, colds, colic, cystitis, depression, eczema, fevers, flatulence, halitosis, herpes, insect bites, intestinal parasites, nervous tension, oily complexion, psoriasis, respiratory tract infections, sore throat, varicose veins. Add bergamot to a massage blend for indigestion; remember to rub the abdomen in a clockwise direction.
Cinnamon Leaf(Cinnamomum zeylanicum)
Origin-Sri Lanka
Properties: Analgesic, antibacterial, anticlotting, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, insecticide, stimulant, stomachic
Benefits: Arthritis, bruises, colds, cough, diarrhea, flatulence, infection, insect bites, nervous exhaustion, rheumatism, slow circulation, sore muscles, stomach cramps, stress, toothache. Cinnamon is a good addition to a blend for disinfecting the air.
Clove (Syzygium aromaticum)
Origin-Sri Lanka
Properties: Analgesic, antiaging, antibacterial, anticlotting, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antispasmodic, antioxidant, antiseptic, antiviral, carminative, expectorant, insecticide, stimulant, stomachic.
Benefits: Asthma, chest infections, colic, diarrhea, general exhaustion, flu, flatulence, indigestion, insect repellent (mosquitoes and moths), muscle pain, nausea, ringworm, scabies, sprains, stale breath, tired limbs, toothache, ulcers, wounds. Clove oil is high in eugenol. This constituent gives this oil analgesic properties which makes it useful for toothaches. The anti-inflammatory action of this oil helps with insect bites and reduces the swelling.
Of Interest: In older days it was thought that you could not walk near Clove trees while wearing a hat because the tree would become frightened and would no longer bear fruit.
Eucalyptus(Eucalyptus globulus)
Origin-Brazil
Properties: Analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, antineuralgic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, decongestant, deodorant, depurative, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, stimulant, vermifuge, vulnerary.
Benefits: Asthma, blisters, bronchitis, bruises, burns, candida, catarrh, chills, colds, cough, cystitis, fever, headache, influenza, insect bites, lack of concentration, measles, mental exhaustion, muscular aches and pains, neuralgia, respiratory infection, rheumatism, sinusitis, skin infections, skin ulcers, slow circulation, sore throats, sprains, throat infections, viral infections, wounds. Eucalyptus is often added to inhalations, oils, and ointments for respiratory infections and congestion. The properties that help with these ailments include antispasmodic, expectorant, decongestant, and antiviral. The antiviral and antibacterial actions of this oil can be taken advantage of by adding it to a disinfectant blend for a diffuser to cleanse the air.
Of Interest: The word eucalyptus is derived from Greek meaning "well covered". This refers to part of the calyx that initially covers the flower.
Ginger(Zingiber officinale)
Origin-Sri Lanka
Properties: Analgesic, antibacterial, anticoagulant, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aperitive, aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, diaphoretic, digestant, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, laxative, rubefacient, stimulant, stomachic, tonic, vasodilator.
Benefits: Arthritis, bronchitis, bruises, chills, colds, colic, congestion, constipation, coughs, cramps, diarrhea, fatigue, fever, flatulence, flu, hangover, headaches, indigestion, loss of appetite, muscular aches and pains, nausea, nervous exhaustion, poor circulation, rheumatism, sinusitis, sore throat, sprains, toothache, travel sickness, varicose veins, vomiting. The stimulant action of this oil makes it useful for fatigue and exhaustion. It may be added to a blend to be diffused into the air, or to a carrier oil and rubbed on the earlobes, temples, or base of the neck
LavenderSpike(Lavandula latifolia)
Origin- Spain
Properties: Analgesic, antibacterial, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, aromatic, carminative, cholagogue, deodorant, diuretic, emmenagogue, expectorant, hypotensive, insecticide, nervine, stimulant, stomachic, vulnerary
Benefits: Acne, allergies, amenorrhea, asthma, athlete’s foot, bruises, colds, cough, dandruff, depression, dermatitis, earache, eczema, flatulence, headache, hypertension, indigestion, infection, inflammations, insect bites and stings, laryngitis, migraine, nausea, nervous tension, neuralgia, psoriasis, rashes, rheumatism, scars, slow digestion, sore muscles, sprains, stress, sunburn, teething, toothache, ulcers, wound. Spike lavender can be added to any fragrance blend. This oil has a strong camphor aroma, and will affect the blend differently than true lavender.
Of Interest: Spike lavender grows naturally at low altitudes, and true lavender goes naturally at high altitudes. This difference in growing conditions accounts for the camphor that is found in Spike lavender and not in the other. Where the growing conditions of these two types of lavender meet, you can find a wide variety of lavender hybrids.
Lemon(Citrus limon)
Origin- Italy
Properties: Antibacterial, antidepressant, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, digestive, diuretic, hepatic, hypotensive, laxative, sedative, vermifuge
Benefits: Acne, anemia, arthritis, asthma, candida, chilblains, colds, constipation, depression, detoxification, digestion, fever, general fatigue, herpes, indigestion, infections, insect bites, liver congestion, mouth ulcers, oily skin, rheumatism, slow circulation, sore throat, varicose veins, warts, wounds, wrinkles. Lemon has many applications in the bathroom. It may be used as a disinfectant to clean surfaces, blended into a mouthwash for its antibacterial properties, or blended into an air freshener.
Of Interest: Lemons are harvested while they are still green to yield a higher quality oil. It takes over 3,000 lemons to produce 1 kilo (2.2 lbs) of expressed oil.
Lemongrass(Cymbopogon flexuosus)
Origin-Sri Lanka
Properties: Analgesic, antidepressant, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antiparasitic, antiseptic, antiviral, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, digestive, febrifuge, fungicidal, insecticidal, nervine, sedative, tonic
Benefits: Acne, athletes foot, cellulite, colitis, digestion, excessive sweat, fevers, headaches, infectious disease, insect repellant, muscular pain, nervous exhaustion, poor circulation, scabies, stress. If you prefer the aroma of lemongrass, it is a good substitute for citronella in a bug repellant blend.
Lime(Citrus aurantifolia)
Origin- Mexico
Properties: Antibacterial, antisorbutic, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, aperitif, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, febrifuge, restorative, and tonic
Benefits: Acne, anemia, arthritis, asthma, boils, brittle nails, bronchitis, colds, corns, cuts, dyspepsia, fever, flu, infection, insect bites, liver pain, mouth ulcers, nosebleeds, oily skin, poor circulation, rheumatism, stomach cramps, varicose veins, warts. Lime oil can be used in any blend you would add lemon oil to. The aroma is more tart but still very refreshing.
Of Interest: In folklore Lime oil is believed to cleanse and renew the spirit and mind.
Sweet Orange (Citrus sinensis)
Origin-USA
Properties: Antibiotic, anticoagulant, antidepressant, antigenic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, calmative, carminative, cholagogue, choleretic, depurative, digestive, diuretic, fungicidal, humectant, hypotensive, sedative (nervous), stimulant (digestive and lymphatic), stomachic, and tonic.
Benefits: Anxiety, bronchitis, chills, colds, constipation, dull and oily skin conditions,dyspepsia, flu, helps eliminate toxins,intestinal gas, mouth ulcers, nervous obesity, palpitations, spasm, tension and stress, and water retention.
Of Interest: It is a traditional Chinese symbol of good luck and prosperity. The orange tree was taken to the West Coast of America by Franciscan monks, who began the cultivation of it there.
Peppermint(Mentha piperita)
Origin-Hungary
Properties: Analgesic, anesthetic (mild), antibiotic, antidepressant, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antiparasitic, antiphlogistic, antipruritic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, cordial, decongestant for the prostate (mild), depurative, digestive, emmenagogue, expectorant, febrifuge, hepatic, sedative, stimulant (particularly to the heart, brain, and pancreas), stomachic, sudorific, tonic (nerve), vasoconstrictor, vermifuge, and viricide.
Benefits: Acne, asthma, belching, bronchitis, cholera, clears the sinuses, colds, cough, cramps,dermatitis, diarrhea, dysmenorrhea, dyspepsia, eczema, fainting, fevers, flatulence, flu, gaseous indigestion and irritated colon, gastralgia, halitosis, headaches, hysteria, insect bites, insufficient liver or pancreas juices, kidney stones and gallstones, mental fatigue, migraine, motion sickness, mouth or gum infections, muscular pain, nausea, nerve pain, nervous disorders, neuralgia, palpitations, paralysis, poor circulation, pruritis, purulent (itching, stinking), respiratory disorders, ringworm, scabies, sciatica, shock, sinusitis, toothache, travel sickness, tuberculosis, vertigo, and vomiting.
Of Interest: Known as one of the seven polyvalents (effective against many toxins), which are applicable to many ailments. According to Greek mythology the genus Mentha takes its name from the nymph Minthe who was seduced by Pluto and turned into a plant by his jealous wife, who trod Minthe into the ground. Pluto, however, turned her into an herb, knowing people would then appreciate Minthe for years to come. Traditionally classified as a Visionary Herb, mint was thought not only to uplift the Spirit, but also to bring dreams of prophecy. Mint was dedicated to the Ancient Greeks to Zeus, the king of the gods.
Rosemary(Rosmarinus officinalis)
Origin-Tunisia
Properties: Analgesic, antidepressant, antimicrobial, antioxidant, antirheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitussive, antitoxic, aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, choleretic, cicatrisant, cordial, cytophylactic, decongestant, diaphoretic, digestive, diuretic, emmenagogue, fungicidal, hepatic, hypertensor, nervine, parasiticide, pectoral, restorative, rubefacient, stimulant, stomachic, sudorific, tonic, and vulnerary.
Benefits: Acne, amenorrhea, arouses memory, arteriosclerosis, arthritis, asthma, baldness, bronchitis, chlorosis, cholecystitis, cirrhosis, colds, colitis, constipation, coughs, dandruff, debility, dermatitis, diarrhea, dysmenorrhea, dyspepsia, eczema, enhances circulation, epilepsy, fainting, flatulence, flu, fluid retention, general weakness, gout, greasy hair, hangovers, headache, hepatic disorders, hypercholesterolaemia, hypotension, hysteria, increases the secretion of bile, insect repellant, jaundice, leucorrhea, lice, mental fatigue, migraine, muscle pain and spasms, nervous disorders, neuralgia, palpitations, pediculosis, rheumatism, scabies, sinus problems, sore muscles, stimulating (mind, body, adrenals, and memory), tonic (heart, liver, and gallbladder), varicose veins,whooping cough, and wounds
Of Interest: To the ancient Greeks and Romans the plant was sacred, symbolic of loyalty, death, and remembrance, as well as scholarly learning. At weddings and important occasions, wherever solemn vows were made, garlands and headdresses of rosemary were worn, as an emblem of trust and constancy. The tragic Ophelia said, “There’s rosemary, that’s for remembrance”. The plant was also thought to bring good luck, and to impart protection against magic and witchcraft. “Seethe much Rosemary,” advised William Langham (1597), “and bathe therein to make thee lusty, lively, joyful, likeing and youngly”. Rosemary was dedicated by the Ancient Greeks to the solar deity of Apollo, the god of medicine, music, poetry, and prophecy.
Spearmint(Mentha spicata)
Origin-Nepal
Properties: Anesthetic (local), antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, decongestant, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, hepatic, nervine, stimulant, stomachic, and tonic.
Benefits: Acne, asthma, bronchitis, catarrhal conditions, colds, colic, congested skin, dermatitis, dyspepsia, fatigue, fevers, flatulence, flu, headache, hepatobiliary disorders, migraine, nausea, nervous strain, neurasthenia, sinusitis, stress, and vomiting.
Tea Tree(Melaleuca alternifolia)
Origin- Kenya
Properties: Analgesic, antibacterial, antibiotic, anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory, antiparasitic, antiseptic, antiviral, balsamic, cicatrisant, decongestant, diaphoretic, expectorant, fungicidal, stimulant (immune), and vulnerary.
Benefits: Abscess, acne, asthma, athlete’s foot, blisters, bronchitis, burns, candida, catarrh, chicken pox, cold sores, colds, coughs, cystitis, dandruff, ear and nose infections, fever, flu, fungal infections, herpes, immune system deficiencies, infectious illnesses, insect bites, local anesthetic, oily skin, prevents radiation burns or scalds, pruritis, respiratory problems, sinusitis, skin rashes, staph, strep throat, thrush, tooth and gum infections, tuberculosis, vaginal infections, veruccae, viral infections, warts,whooping cough, and wounds.
Of Interest: Because the water-resistant “paperbark” is so easy to peel off the tree, it was used extensively by the aboriginal peoples of Australia to make small canoes, knife sheaths, and thatching for shelters. The pungent leaves were soaked in hot water and taken as a cure for cold coughs, and headaches – or they were simply picked from the tree and chewed. In World War ll cutters and producers of tea tree were exempt from military service until enough essential oil had been accumulated. It was issued to each soldier and sailor for them to treat tropical infections and other problems of warfare, including wounds.
*** All of our essential oils are USDA certified organic***
