The Guide to Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy Diffuser Blends
Formulae B

 

Stress Relieving Blends

 

The below blends can help during times of stress. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety

precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical

treatment.

 

Blend #1

*     3 drops Clary Sage

*     1 drop Lemon

*     1 drop Lavender

 

Blend #2

*     2 drops Roman Chamomile

*     2 drops Lavender

*     1 drop Vetiver

 

Blend #3

*     3 drops Bergamot

*     1 drop Geranium

*     1 drop Frankincense

 

Blend #4

*     3 drops Grapefruit

*     1 drop Jasmine

*     1 drop Ylang Ylang

 

 

Blends to Ease the Winter Blues

 

Lack of greenery, gray skies, a snow-covered world, reduced activity and the cold temperatures of winter

can all lead to what is known as the "Winter Blues." The Winter Blues involve feelings of sadness,

depression and loss of energy. The below blends can help ease the symptoms of the winter blues. Citrus

oils are emphasized because they are energizing and uplifting oils. Orange, lemon and grapefruit oils are

inexpensive (especially orange) and are also favored by many people, so your whole household may enjoy

the aroma. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that

aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

 

Blend #1

*     3 drops Orange

*     2 drops Grapefruit

 

Blend #2

*     4 drops Orange

*     1 drop Ylang Ylang

 

Blend #3

*     3 drops Orange

*     2 drops Ginger

 

Blend #4

*     3 drops Grapefruit

*     2 drops Cypress

 

Blend #5

*     3 drops Bergamot

*     2 drops Clary Sage

 

Blend #6

*     3 drops Bergamot

*     1 drop Neroli

*     1 drop Jasmine

 

 

Arthritic Joints Aromatherapy Blend

 

Ingredients:

*     2 ounces carrier oil such as sweet almond

*     20 drops Roman Chamomile

*     5 drops Black Pepper

 

Directions: Blend all oils together well and store in an airtight dark-colored glass container. Gently

massage into arthritic joints using a small amount of oil.

 

Balm for Cuts and Scrapes

Ingredients:

*     3 ounces vegetable carrier oil such as sweet almond oil or infused oil such as calendula (infused oil

of calendula can supply added therapeutic benefit).

*     1 ounce grated beeswax (Many herbal stores and health food stores sell pure beeswax.)

*     40 drops lavender oil

*     40 drops tea tree oil

*     4 ounce wide-mouth jar

 

Directions: Place the beeswax in a microwave safe bowl and melt in the microwave using a reduced

power setting if you have one. You can also melt the beeswax in a pan on the stove using a low heat

setting. Beeswax is hard to remove from pans, so please keep that in mind. In a separate pan, slowly and

gently heat your carrier or infused oil. Pour the warm carrier or infused oil into a bowl, add the melted

beeswax and then stir very well. Add the lavender and tea tree essential oils and again stir well. Close the

jar and wait until the ointment has cooled before using. Remember that all bowl, pans and utilensils that

you use will be hard to clean afterwards.

 

Boo Boo Juice Recipe

Introduction:

Sometimes our little ones get a boo boo, and the fear from their injury is far greater than the boo boo itself.

For these times when your little precious one is crying hard but the boo boo is minor, have him/her help you

make this easy recipe. It gets them involved in learning first aid, helps take their mind off the boo boo, and

the lavender blend helps calm them and kill a few germs. Note: This recipe isn't intended for serious

cuts/scrapes or injuries.

 

Ingredients:

*     1 Cotton Ball

*     Witch Hazel - enough to saturate the cotton ball

*     1-2 drops Lavender

 

Directions: Depending on the age and abilities of your little one, have him/her help you by saturating a

cotton ball with witch hazel. Then, apply one drop of lavender to the saturated cotton ball. Have your little

one smell the "boo boo juice." Since lavender helps bring calm, the aroma can be soothing. Then, apply the

boo boo juice to the minor cut/scrape or allow your little one to take charge and do it. Apply a band aid if

necessary.

 

Alternative Method: If you prefer, you can create a pre-blended bottle of boo-boo juice to have ready

for those minor cuts and scrapes. Add 1 ounce of witch hazel to a clean glass bottle. Then, add 5-6 drops

of lavender. Be sure to shake well prior to each use. I prefered to use the directions above when my

daughter got little cuts and scrapes, as the process of "making" the boo boo juice really helped take her

mind off of her injury.

 

Aromatherapy Blend for Bruises

Ingredients:

*     1 ounce carrier oil such as sweet almond oil

*     8 drops Helichrysum

Directions: Mix the Helichrysum into the carrier oil well. Apply lightly to bruises 1-2 times a day.

 

Insomnia Aromatherapy Blend

Ingredients:

*     10 drops Roman Chamomile

*     5 drops Clary Sage

*     5 drops Bergamot

 

Directions: Blend the oils well in a clean dark-colored glass bottle. Add 1-2 drops to a tissue and place

inside your pillow to aid you in falling asleep.

 

If you prefer to make a diffuser blend that you enjoy during the hour before bedtime, make a blend with a

ratio of 2 drops Roman Chamomile to 1 drop Clary Sage to 1 drop Bergamot and add to your diffuser.

Lavender can also help provide relaxation and drowsiness, but using more than 1-2 drops can have the

opposite effect.

 

Menstrual Cramps Aromatherapy Blend

 

Ingredients:

*     1 ounce carrier oil such as sweet almond

*     15 drops Peppermint

*     10 drops Cypress

*     5 drops Lavender

 

Directions: Mix oils well in a clean, dark-colored glass container. Gently message a small amount into the

abdominal area

 

Massage Oil Blend

 

Ingredients:

*     8-10 drops of your choice of essential oil or you own blend of essential oils (be sure they are EOs

that do not provide skin sensitization)

*     1 ounce carrier oil such as sweet almond

 

Directions: Blend the oils together and store in an amber or cobalt glass bottle. Apply during massage,

being careful to avoid sensitive areas.

 

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Stuffy Nose Aromatherapy Blend

 

Ingredients:

*     15 drops Eucalyptus

*     13 drops Pine

*     2 drops Peppermint

 

Directions: Blend the oils together in a clean dark-colored glass container, preferably one with an orifice

reducer (a built-in dropper insert). Apply 2-3 drops to a cotton ball and inhale occassionally to help clear a

stuffy nose.

 

Acne Blend

 

 

Ingredients:

*     1 ounce light cold-pressed vegetable carrier oil (such as apricot kernel).

*     10 drops lavender essential oil

*     7 drops tea tree or New Zealand tea tree (Manuka) essential oil

*     2 drops bergamot essential oil*

*     1 drops geranium essential oil

or without bergamot:

*     1 ounce light cold-pressed vegetable carrier oil (such as apricot kernel).

*     12 drops lavender essential oil

*     7 drops tea tree or New Zealand tea tree (Manuka) essential oil

*     1 drops geranium essential oil

 

Special Precaution: *Avoid exposure to the sun for at least 12 hours after applying this oil since

bergamot is a phototoxic oil. There is a special version of bergamot that you can get called "bergaptene

free" that eliminates the phototoxic properties of the oil.

 

Directions: Pour the selected carrier oil into a very clean bottle (amber glass is best) and then add the

essential oils and tightly close the bottle. Roll the bottle to gently mix the oils for a minute or two. Apply a

small amount to the face, neck or back, but be certain to avoid the eyes, lips, nostrils and inside the ears.

Gentle roll the bottle before each use to ensure the essential oils are properly mixed.

 

Bath Oil

Ingredients:

*     2 ounces carrier oil such as sweet almond

*     20 drops lavender or 15-20 drops of your own blend of essential oils (be sure they are EOs that

do not provide skin sensitization)

 

Directions: Blend the oils together and store in an amber or cobalt glass bottle. Do not use all 2 ounces

of bath oil in one bath. After you have drawn your bathwater, add about 1/4 ounce (7-8ml) of the bath

oil blend to your bath water. If you intend to use this bath oil with children, ensure that the oils that you

have selected are safe for administration to children and use a smaller amount of the blend in the child's

bathwater.

 

Mix well to ensure that the blend has dispersed well in the tub and hop on in. It's best to add the bath oil

just before getting in the tub instead of while the water is running so that the oils don't evaporate before you

get into the tub. Using this bath oil blend is safer than adding pure EOs directly to the bath water. This is

because the EOs can settle in one spot on your skin and cause irritation.

 

 

Bath Salt Recipes

 

Ingredients:

*     1 cup Dead Sea salt, regular sea salt or Epsom salt, or a blend of two or three of these salts.

*     5-8 drops of your selected essential oil or essential oil blend. Be sure and take heed in the safety

data for the oil(s) you choose to use. 

Directions: Place the salt mixture into a bowl. Add 5-8 drops of your chosen essential oils. Mix very well

with a fork. Add the mixture to a pretty jar or container that has a tight fitting lid.  After a day, you may

wish to mix well again to ensure that the oils have blended very well. Do not use the entire cup of salt in

one bath. After you have drawn your bathwater, add about 1/4 cup (about 2 ounces) of the bath salt to

your bath water.

Mix well to ensure that the salt has dispersed well in the tub and hop on in. It's best to add the bath salts

just before getting in the tub instead of while the water is running so that the essential oils don't evaporate

before you get into the tub. Using this bath salt blend is safer than adding pure EOs directly to the bath

water and adds minerals and other beneficial properties of the salts.

 

 Dry Hand Lotion

 

Ingredients:

*     8 oz. unscented lotion (many sellers of natural products and aromatherapy products sell unscented

lotion, shower gel and shampoo)

*     10 drops Patchouli

*     20 drops Sandalwood

*     5 drops Carrot Seed

 

Directions: The best way to blend the oils with the lotion is to pour the lotion into a bowl, add the oils and

then mix very well. Once mixed, add the lotion back to the bottle. Patchouli, sandalwood and carrot seed

oils help aid with dry skin. The patchouli and sandalwood oils have a lovely rich scent when blended

together. The carrot seed oil is wonderful for the skin, but is a little harsh in aroma. Borage and Evening

Primrose are wonderful carrier oils for helping the skin. If you have either of these oils or can afford to get a

small quantity, add a little to your lotion for to give your skin even more nourishment. It is always wise to

do a skin patch test first on new blends first before using often to ensure that you do not have a sensitivity

to the blend.

 

 

Facial Toner

 

Ingredients:

*     1 oz. vodka

*     3 oz. witch hazel

*     10 drops Grapefruit

*     5 drops Tea Tree

*     5 drops Cypress

 

Directions: Add all ingredients to a 4 oz. bottle and shake to mix all ingredients. Be careful when adding

the essential oils. The first time you make this recipe, add only 10 drops at a time and test on a small area

of your skin to insure no reaction before adding more oils to reach your desired strength. Shake the toner

well before each use to disperse the oils.

 

Hair Conditioner

 

Ingredients:

*     1 tablespoon Jojoba carrier oil

*     3 drops Rosemary

 

Directions: Mix the Jojoba and Rosemary in a small bowl (tiny condiment bowls work great for this). Wet

your hair with warm water and then apply the conditioner. Let it sit on your hair for 15-30 minutes. Then,

wash your hair as normal. Jojoba and rosemary are helpful for dry hair. The rosemary is also said to be

helpful in aiding dandruff.

 

Mouthwash

Ingredients:

*     4 oz. Water

*     4 oz. Vodka (vodka may be substituted for water or a pure rosemary tea infusion)

*     4 teaspoons Liquid Glycerine (available at many drug stores) - optional and simply sweetens the

mouthwash

*     10-12 drops Peppermint or Spearmint Essential Oil

*     5 drops Myrrh (optional - Myrrh can assist in mouth and gum care)

 

Notes: This recipe makes a rather minty mouthwash but as it contains no added flavorings, it is not as

sweet or strong as commercially available mouthwashes.

 

Directions: Boil the water and vodka then add the glycerine. Remove from the heat and let cool for 10

minutes. Add the essential oils and let cool for 1/2 hour and bottle. I like to bottle the mouthwash in a clear

plastic bottle that has a flip top to make it easy to pour the mouthwash into a small dixie cup for use.

 

Scented Hair

Ingredients:

*     2 drops of Rosemary, Lavender or Sandalwood

Directions: Apply 2 drops of your chosen essential oil to the bristles of your hairbrush and brush your hair

well. The oils will leave your hair with a wonderful aroma.

 

 

Shampoo

Ingredients:

*     7 oz. of unscented shampoo (many sellers of natural products and aromatherapy products sell

unscented shampoo, shower gel and lotion)

*     1 tablespoon jojoba (optional, but can supply the hair with added nutrition)

*     20 drops Patchouli

*     20 drops Sandalwood

*     5 drops Ylang Ylang

 

Directions: Add the essential oils to the bottle of unscented shampoo (you may wish to either use the

unscented shampoo once to make more room in the bottle for the oils or discard a little bit) and mix

extremely well. You do not want to have pockets in the shampoo where the oils collect as the

concentration of essential oils could cause scalp irritation and also because your shampoo will not be

fragranced thoroughly. Use as you would your normal shampoo.

 

Shoe Deodorizer

Ingredients:

*     4 tablespoons cornstarch 

*     4 tablespoons baking soda

*     20 drops Tea Tree

*     10 drops Lemon

*     10 drops Lavender

 

Instructions for Use: Sprinkle the deodorizer lightly into shoes in the evenings or at times when the shoes

will not be worn for a few hours. You will not see a "cure" for smelly shoes the first time you use the

deodorizer. The magic occurs after regular uses. 

 

Perfume

 

Ingredients:

*     25 drops Sandalwood

*     3 drops of either Rose, Jasmine or Neroli

*     1 tablespoon of Jojoba carrier oil

 

Directions: Blend all oils together well and store in an airtight dark-colored glass container. Dab a drop

onto your pulse points. Please note that this blend has a heavy concentration of essential oils and is meant

to be used sparingly. As with any new oils and blends that you use, do a skin patch test prior to using

regularily.

 

Carpet Deodorizer

 

Ingredients:

*     10 drops Tea Tree

*     10 drops Lemon

*     20 drops Lavender

*     1 16 ounce box of baking soda

 

Directions: Add the baking soda to a large bowl and then add the essential oils. Be sure to mix the oils

into the baking soda well. Since lemon essential oil is normally yellow, it is essential that it is mixed well into

the baking soda so that no undiluted lemon oil stains your carpet. This blend may be adapted to use your

favorite essential oils, but strive to add essential oils that offer antibacterial and disinfectant properties to

give the deodorizer an added benefit (the oils in this blend work to accomplish that). After you have

blended the oils into the baking soda, the deodorizer can be stored in a glass jar or airtight container.

Instructions for Use: Sprinkle the deodorizer onto your carpet (use of a discarded but clean large spice

container that has holes for "shaking" out the spice works well for this). Allow the deodorizer to work its

magic for 10-20 minutes and then vacuum normally.

 

 

Potpourri

 

Blend #1

An exotic, citrus blend:

*     3 drop Jasmine

*     9 drops Sandalwood

*     12 drops Bergamot

*     6 drops Grapefruit

*     5 drops Oakmoss

 

Blend #2

A citrus blend with a lovely floral hint:

*     12 drops Bergamot

*     5 drops Lemon

*     8 drops Grapefruit

*     4 drops Ylang Ylang

*     6 drops Cedarwood

 

Blend #3

A wonderful Christmastime blend:

*     8 drops Fir Needle

*     8 drops Spruce

*     7 drops Cedarwood

*     7 drops Juniper

 

Blend #4

A warming spicy blend:

*     11 drops Orange

*     6 drops Ginger

*     8 drops Cinnamon

*     1 drop Nutmeg

*     4 drops Frankincense

 

Introduction: Unscented plant materials such as whole flowers, petals, leaves, pine cones, and wood

chips can usually be purchased from stores and online vendors that sell an array of herbal or craft items. It's

even more fun to dry your own flowers, petals, leaves and pine cones to make your own very special

potpourri.

 

Drying Your Own Flowers and Other Materials: The best way that I have found to dry your own

flowers and plant material is to use a dehydrator. This not only speeds up the drying process, but the

natural fragrance of the flowers and plant material is often retained. It also helps preserve the shape of the

flowers and drastically reduces the likelihood of mold/rot occurring with your items as you dry them. The

best type of dehydrator for making potpourri is one that has a fan and a temperature control. But any

cheap dehydrator should work (I've seen cheap introductory ones for $20 US in some stores).

 

An easy way to find fresh flowers and other items suitable for drying is to check your own flower garden or

back yard. Ask your local florist if they'll save flowers with broken stems and other items that they can't sell

but will sell to you inexpensively. Roses with missing petals are great for potpourri because you can pluck

all the remaining petals, dry them and turn them into potpourri. To dry potpourri in a dehydrator, trim and

clean (as appropriate for the items you are drying) your flowers, petals, etc. and place them in the

dehydrator. Don't let the items touch each other. The type of material that you are drying, the air humidity

and your brand of dehydrator will all contribute to the length of time it will take to dry your potpourri

materials. Dry the material until it is thoroughly dry, otherwise mold can occur. Flowers and petals should

feel crisp. It is best to allow your items to cool before determining whether they are done. Be sure to follow

all safety and usage instructions for the model of dehydrator that you use.

 

Making the Potpourri Essential Oil Blend: Choose one of the above blends and add your oils to a

dark colored glass bottle and mix well by rolling the bottle in between your hands. By making a small

quantity of your chosen blend, you can later "refresh" your potpourri later by adding more drops of your

blend. You of course can also experiment with your own blends of oils or browse through AromaWeb's

Recipe Box to explore other blends. It is suggested that your blends include essential oils or absolutes that

are considered "fixatives." Fixatives are oils or materials that increase the "staying power" of the aroma.

Oils that have fixative properties include Benzoin, Cedarwood, Frankincense, Myrrh, Oakmoss Absolute,

Patchouli, Peru Balsam, Sandalwood and Vetiver.

 

Scenting Your Potpourri: Mix your desired assortment of flowers, petals, leaves, wood chips, etc.

Choose a bowl that you would like to display your potpourri in and place your potpourri into this bowl.

Choosing glass or glazed ceramic bowls work best as the essential oils can absorb into porous surfaces.

Using a pipette, dropper or the orifice reducer that may be built into your blending bottle, sprinkle 5-8

drops of your blend onto your potpourri. Based on the strength of the chosen blend and the amount of your

potpourri materials, you may need to adjust the number of drops that you use. When the aroma weakens,

add more drops of the blend to refreshen the aroma.

 

 

Vanilla Room Spray

 

This is a wonderful method of creating an affordable, sensuous vanilla room spray. This recipe calls for

making your own vanilla extract. You can use your homemade extract in food recipes as well!

 

Vanilla Extract

*     8 oz. clean, dark glass bottle and cap

*     7-8 ounces of vodka (inexpensive varieties do work well)

*     2-3 fresh, high-quality 6" vanilla beans. They should be dark, and the bean should have consistent

coloring on the entire bean.

*     Muslin (available at fabric stores) for straining

 

Vanilla Extract Directions: Carefully cut the vanilla beans lengthwise. Then, cut them into small pieces,

about 1/4" - 1/2" in length (about 2 cm). Put all the vanilla pieces into the bottle. Then pour the vodka into

the bottle leaving enough room to shake the bottle well. Cap well. Allow the extract to sit in a dark area for

30 days, shaking the mixture daily. After 30 days, carefully strain the extract through the muslin fabric to

remove all vanilla bean pieces and particles. You may need to strain the extract several times. Rebottle into

a clean bottle.

 

Vanilla Room Spray

 

*     4 oz. clean spray bottle with a fine mist setting (do not use a bottle that previously contained

cleaning products or hair products such as hair spray).

*     1.5 ounces of distilled water

*     1.5 ounces of vanilla extract

*     Up to 10 drops of your favorite essential oils if you would like to add to the vanilla aroma.

Be sure and take heed in the safety data for the oil(s) you choose to use since an air freshener, by its

nature, will come in contact with all those in your household.

 

Directions: Fill the spray bottle with 1.5 ounces of vanilla extract and 1.5 ounces of distilled water. (Even

though a 4 oz. bottle is suggested, leave about 1 oz. unfilled so you can shake the bottle well between

uses.) Then, add up to 10 drops of your essential oils if desired. Shake the bottle prior to each use, and let

it sit for about a day before making a conclusion that the aroma is too weak; the aroma can change after

the air freshener has had time to sit. Mist lightly in the room. Be especially careful not to allow the air

freshener mist fall onto furniture or into open beverages.

 

Christmas Tree Diffuser Blend

The smell of fresh cut Christmas trees is an aroma that brings happiness and fondness of Christmas to

many. This blend is wonderful to enhance that aroma. Enjoy it in rooms that don't have a fresh tree.

The below directions are for creating a diffuser blend, but it can also be used to help revive the aroma of

fresh trees, wreaths and garlands. Simply sprinkle on a few drops, paying attention not to let the blend

come into contact with furniture, Christmas lights or electrical cords. It is lovely in potpourri. It is also a

wonderful blend to use for the Scented Greeting Card & Tissue Paper recipe.

 

Ingredients:

*     5 drops Fir Needle Oil

*     5 drops Spruce Oil

*     5 drops Cedarwood Oil (optional - to lighten the aroma a bit)

*     5 drops Juniper Oil (optional)

 

Directions: Add your oils to a 2 ml dark colored glass bottle and mix well by rollling the bottle in between

your hands. If you would like to make a larger quantity, multiply the recipe above and add to a larger

bottle. Add the appropriate number of drops from your created blend to your diffuser by following the

manufacturer's instructions.

 

Sugar and Spice Blend

 

The aroma of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and orange blend to make a sweet, spicy aroma perfect for

Thanksgiving and Christmas. The below directions are for creating a diffuser blend, but it is also lovely to

use with potpourri. It is also a wonderful blend to use for the Scented Greeting Card & Tissue Paper

recipe.

 

Ingredients:

*     10 drops Orange

*     5 drops Ginger

*     8 drops Cinnamon

*     1 drop Nutmeg

 

Directions: Add your oils to a 2 ml dark colored glass bottle and mix well by rollling the bottle in between

your hands. If you would like to make a larger quantity, multiply the recipe above and add to a larger

bottle. Add the appropriate number of drops from your created blend to your diffuser by following the

manufacturer's instructions.

Frankincense and Myrrh

Holiday Blend

 

The blend of Frankincense and Myrrh have a warm, rich, spicey aroma. The below directions are for

creating a diffuser blend, but it is also lovely to use with potpourri. It is also a wonderful blend to use for the

Scented Greeting Card & Tissue Paper recipe.

Ingredients:

*     5 drops Frankincense

*     5 drops Myrrh

*     5 drops Cedarwood Oil (optional - to lighten the aroma a bit)

*     5-10 drops Orange (optional - to add a sweet, fruity aroma to the blend)

 

Directions: Add your oils to a 2 ml dark colored glass bottle and mix well by rollling the bottle in between

your hands. If you would like to make a larger quantity, multiply the recipe above and add to a larger

bottle. Add the appropriate number of drops from your created blend to your diffuser by following the

manufacturer's instructions.

Scented Greeting Cards & Tissue Paper

 

Scenting your wrapping paper and greeting cards adds a wonderful touch to the holidays or any gift-giving

occassion.

 

Directions: Allow an extra day before writing out your greeting card(s) or wrapping presents. Choose a

blend such as the Christmas Tree blend, Frankincense & Myrrh Blend, Sugar & Spice blend, your own

creation, or a single essential oil. Put a few drops of the blend onto a cotton ball. Put up to 15 cards and

the cotton ball in a large ziplock bag, close and let it sit for at least 24 hours. Take care not to let the oil

come in direct contact with cards or envelopes as the fresh oil could stain them. For boxes of cards, you

may also have enough room to just put the cotton ball right in with the box.

 

For tissue paper, follow the same procedure, but place the cotton ball into the plastic package of tissue

paper. Be careful not to let the oil come into contact with the paper. Close the bag up so the aroma can

properly scent the tissue.

 

Refrain from giving a scented card or scented tissue-wrapped gift to anyone who has allergies or

sensitivities that may be affected by the oils.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A Glossary of terms

 

 

ABORTIFACIENT: Induces childbirth or premature labour.

AEROPHAGY. An excess of air in the alimentary canal that is relieved through

burping or flatulence.

ALTERATIVE: Gradually improves the nutritional state of the body.

ANALGESIC: Relieves or reduces pain.

ANAPHRODISIAC: Reduces sexual desire.

ANESTHETIC: Numbs the nerves and causes a loss of sensation.

ANTHELMINTIC: Expels or kills intestinal worms.

ANTIBACTERIAL: Kills bacteria.

ANTIDEPRESSANT: Reduces or prevents depression.

ANTIDIARRHOEIC: Relieves diarrhea.

ANTIDOTE: Counteracts a poison.

ANTIEMETIC: Counteracts nausea and stops vomiting.

ANTIFUNGAL: Kills fungal infections.

ANTIGALACTAGOGUE: Reduces the production of milk secretion of nursing

mothers.

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY. Reduces inflammation.

ANTILITHIC: Prevents formation of stones or calculus.

ANTINEURALGIC: Stops nerve pain.

ANTIPHLOGISTIC: Counteracts, reduces, or prevents inflammation.

ANTIPRURITIC: Relieves or prevents itching.

ANTIPUTRID: Stops putrefaction.

ANTISCLEROTIC: Removes deposits from circulatory vessels.

ANTISCORBUTIC: Preventative for scurvy.

ANTISEPTIC: Inhibits the growth of and kills bacteria.

ANTISPASMODIC: Relieves or prevents spasms, cramps, and convulsions.

ANTISUDORIFIC: Reduces perspiration.

ANTITOXIC: Counteracts poisons.

ANTITUSSIVE: Relieves coughs.

ANTIVIRAL: Weakens or kills viruses.

APERIENT: A gentle purgative of the bowels.

APERITIF: Appitite stimulantl.

APHRODISIAC: Arouses sexual desires.

BALSAMIC: Softens phlegm.

BRONCHODILATOR: Expands the spastic bronchial tube.

CALMATIVE: Mild sedative or tranquilizer.

CARDIAC: Stimulates or affects the heart.

CARDIOTONIC: Tones the heart muscle.

CARMINATIVE: Expels gas from the intestines.

CEPHALIC: Problems relating to the head.

CHOLAGOGUE: Increases the flow of bile.

CHOLERETIC: Stimulates the production of bile.

CICATRIZANT: Helps the formation of scar tissue; healing.

COAGULANT: Clots the blood.

CYTOPHYLACTIC: Protects the cells of the organism.

DECONGESTANT: Relieves congestion.

DEMULCENT: Soothes irritated tissue, particularly mucous membranes.

DEPURATIVE: Cleanses and purifies the blood and internal organs.

DETERSIVE: Detergent. Cleanses wounds and sores, and promotes the formation

of scar tissue.

DIAPHORETIC: Causes perspiration.

DISINFECTANT: Kills infections and disease producing microorganisms.

DIURETIC: Increases the secretion and elimination of urine.

EMETIC: Induces vomiting.

EMMENAGOGUE: Promotes and regulates menstruation.

EMOLLIENT: Softens the skin, and soothes inflamed and irritated tissues.

ESTROGENIC: Similar to estrogen.

EUPHORIANT: Brings on an exaggerated sense of physical and emotional well-

being.

EXPECTORANT: Promotes the discharge of mucous from the lungs and bronchial

tubes.

FEBRIFUGE: Reduces or prevents fevers.

FIXATIVE: Holds the scent of a fragrance.

GALACTAGOGUE: Promotes or increases the secretion of milk in nursing

mothers.

GERMICIDE: Kills germs.

HALLUCINOGEN: Induces hallucinations-an imagined or false sense of

perception.

HEMOSTATIC: Stops hemorrhaging.

HEPATIC: That which acts on the liver.

HYPERTENSOR: Raises the blood pressure.

HYPNOTIC: Induces sleep.

HYPOTENSOR: Lowers the blood pressure.

INSECTICIDE: Kills insects.

LARVICIDE: Kills the larvae of insects.

LAXATIVE: Promotes the elimination from the bowels; a mild purgative.

NERVINE: Calming and soothing to the nervous system.

PARASITICIDE: Kills parasites.

PECTORAL: Affecting the respiratory system.

PURGATIVE: Promotes vigorous elimination from the bowels.

REGENERATOR: Promotes new growth or repair of structures or tissues.

REJUVENATOR: Assists in promoting a youthful appearance.

RELAXANT: Lessens or reduces tension, and produces relaxation.

RESOLVENT: Reduces swellings.

RESTORATIVE: Restores consciousness and/or normal physiological activity.

RUBEFACIENT: A local irritant that reddens the skin.

SEDATIVE: Calms anxiety and promotes drowsiness.

STIMULANT: Excites or quickens an activity in the body.

STOMACHIC: Strengthens, stimulates, and tones the stomach.

SUDORIFIC: Promotes or increases perspiration.

TONIC: Strengthens and revitalises the body or specific organs.

TRANQUILIZER: Calms the nerves.

VASOCONSTRICTOR: Constricts the blood vessels.

VASODILATOR: Dilates the blood vessels.

VERMIFUGE: Expels intestinal worms.

VULNERARY. Assists healing of wounds and sores by external application.