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“Some of the most powerful antiseptic essential oils include lavender oil, tea tree oil, and clove oil.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

“When Jean Valnet, MD, ran out of antibiotics during World War II, he discovered that eucalyptus oil was effective in killing almost three-quarters of staph bacteria in the air. You, too, can squash bacteria with this powerful essential oil: if you’re beginning to catch a cold, try inhaling steam from a basin filled with hot water and a few drops of eucalyptus essential oil. You may just stop that cold in its tracks.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

“Many essential oils are natural analgesics—substances that provide relief from pain by acting on the peripheral and ventral nervous systems. For instance, wintergreen essential oil contains between 85 and 99 percent methyl salicylate, which is the same active ingredient contained in aspirin. Before synthetic pain relievers were introduced in the 1920s, wintergreen and birch were considered to be the best remedies for pain; in fact, Native Americans used both plants before written records were ever kept.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

“The Science of Scent The human sense of smell is about ten thousand times more powerful than other senses, and scent travels to the brain so rapidly that the mental or physical response to the fragrance an essential oil emits can be immediate. When you inhale an essential oil, its scent travels first through olfactory nerve cells inside the nose and into the larger olfactory system. The olfactory system then delivers the aroma to the olfactory bulb located inside the brain’s limbic system, which serves as the seat of emotions and the originator of emotional behavior. Depending upon which essential oil you are inhaling, you may feel a rapid release of mental strain or negative emotions, and you may feel muscle tension ease at the same time. You may feel more alert, excited, or engaged with your surroundings, and if the scent you are inhaling is a familiar one, you may rapidly access your collective unconscious and experience strong memories, particularly when those memories are closely associated with deeply emotional feelings.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

“Grief Grief is a normal but painful process most people go through when a loved one dies or a relationship ends. Many people also experience deep grief following the loss of a companion animal. Essential oils can facilitate the grieving process by bringing comfort and relief. DIFFUSE WITH BENZOIN Benzoin essential oil calms the nervous system, comforting the bereaved and easing the emotional exhaustion that often accompanies the loss of a loved one. Its fragrance is slightly reminiscent of vanilla—sweet, warm, and welcoming. Diffuse benzoin essential oil in areas where people gather or where you spend the most time. You may also inhale its scent directly or place it in an aromatherapy pendant. RELAX WITH A ROSE BATH MAKES 1 TREATMENT Rose essential oil soothes depression, grief, nervous tension, stress, anger, and fear— all emotions that are commonly felt during the grieving process. Help yourself through this difficult time by using rose essential oil in a variety of ways: diffuse it, use it like perfume, and relax with it while bathing. 1 tablespoon carrier oil 10 drops rose essential oil In a small glass bowl, add the carrier oil and the rose essential oil, and stir to combine. Draw a warm bath and add the entire treatment to the running water. Soak for at least 15 minutes. Use caution when getting out of the bathtub, as it may be slippery. Repeat this treatment once a day as needed.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils Natural Remedies: The Complete A-Z Reference of Essential Oils for Health and Healing

“Nail Fungus Nail fungus is typically characterized by thickening and yellowing, and usually begins as a single spot of white or yellow under a fingernail or toenail. As the fungus spreads, your nails may begin to crumble, and pain may develop. Treat nail fungus as soon as you notice it to prevent it from becoming a serious problem. See your doctor if essential oils fail to relieve symptoms. TEA TREE TREATMENT Tea tree essential oil is a powerful antifungal agent that has the ability to kill nail fungus rapidly. Apply 1 or 2 drops of tea tree essential oil to the affected area, making sure you coat the entire nail, the surrounding skin, and the area beneath the nail’s edge. Allow the tea tree oil to penetrate, then cover it with a few drops of a carrier oil. Repeat this treatment up to 3 times a day until symptoms subside. CLOVE TREATMENT Clove essential oil is an exceptional antifungal agent. It also stops itching associated with nail fungus. Apply 1 or 2 drops of clove essential oil to the affected area, making sure that you coat the entire nail, the surrounding skin, and the area beneath the nail’s edge. Allow the essential oil to penetrate, then cover it with a few drops of carrier oil. Repeat this treatment up to 3 times a day until symptoms subside.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils Natural Remedies: The Complete A-Z Reference of Essential Oils for Health and Healing

“The human sense of smell is about ten thousand times more powerful than other senses, and scent travels to the brain so rapidly that the mental or physical response to the fragrance an essential oil emits can be immediate.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

“Wintergreen essential oil is also known to bring about feelings of self-acceptance, and peppermint essential oil, which has been shown effective in blocking pain, is also renowned for its ability to promote an overall feeling of calm and well-being.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

“The limbic system is, in turn, connected to the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus, which controls the release of hormones that affect one’s nervous system, appetite, body temperature, concentration, and stress levels. Essential oils interact with the limbic system by providing input that activates the hypothalamus, instructing it to release neurochemicals to calm, relax, or stimulate the body. This is why aromatherapy can play such an important part in stress reduction, appetite control, increasing alertness, and much more. Whether essential oils are deeply inhaled or applied to the skin, the odor molecules travel straight to the appropriate limbic destination, where neurochemicals instruct the body to respond as desired.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

“Black Pepper Piper nigrum Fear of sneezing and eye irritation such as that which occurs with ground pepper may cause you to feel hesitant about trying black pepper essential oil. While its fragrance is similar to that of freshly ground peppercorns, it does not cause the same side effects ground pepper does. Its ability to increase stamina and alertness, paired with its value as a natural painkiller and circulatory system stimulant make it a valuable essential oil to add to your medicine chest.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils Natural Remedies: The Complete A-Z Reference of Essential Oils for Health and Healing

“Everyone smells different odors in a unique way, with the exception of identical twins, who have identical odor receptors and who process scents in exactly the same way.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

“Kohl, which was used as eyeliner, was made from frankincense.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

“Depression Depression often brings feelings of fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and a lack of enjoyment of things you normally find pleasurable. Mild depression keeps you from functioning well and feeling your best, but with treatment, symptoms usually subside. If depression persists despite natural treatments, seek professional help immediately. DIFFUSE CLARY SAGE Clary sage essential oil aids in boosting one’s mental outlook, relieving stress, and alleviating tension. It has a calming effect on the nerves and emotions, providing balance and encouraging you to enjoy a more positive take on life in general. Diffuse clary sage essential oil in the area where you spend the most time, or use it with an aromatherapy pendant. This remedy may be used daily and is particularly effective when diffused in the morning while getting ready for the day. DIFFUSE JASMINE With its lovely, exotic fragrance, jasmine essential oil soothes the nerves while producing feelings of optimism and confidence. It also has a wonderful restorative effect that helps revive tired senses in a gentle, relaxed manner. Diffuse jasmine essential oil in the area where you spend the most time, or use it with an aromatherapy pendant. A few drops can be added to your bath or to a washcloth placed on the floor of your shower, if desired.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils Natural Remedies: The Complete A-Z Reference of Essential Oils for Health and Healing

“Q: How does the body absorb essential oils that have been applied topically? A: The skin is a porous organ that essential oils penetrate with ease. When the oils enter the bloodstream, they are distributed to the rest of the body.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy

“The Healing Power of Essential Oils Many essential oils act as adaptogens, which are natural balancers. Adaptogens promote a balancing reaction in the body, which in turn can affect a multitude of the body’s systems, including blood pressure, the autonomic nervous system, the endocrine system, and digestion.”
― Althea Press, Essential Oils for Beginners: The Guide to Get Started with Essential Oils and Aromatherapy