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Galbanum
GALBANUM ESSENTIAL OIL
Quick Overview
This CO2 distilled essential oil from Galbanum resin, from shrubs grown in Iran. Galbanum essential oil has a powerful green, leaf-like and woody, pine needle / balsamic undertone. We have found many of the steam distilled varieties to be challenging, while this CO2 distillation brings out a smooth, full and rich aroma.
Botanical Name: Ferula galbaniflua
Also known as the Galbanum gum tree, Galbanum is actually a perennial shrub in the Umbelliferae family (along with Fennel, Aniseed, and Angelica). Native to the Middle East and western Asia, it is now more commonly cultivated in Turkey, Iran, Afghanistan and Lebanon. The resin is extracted through by making small incisions in the bark at the base of the plant, much in the same way Frankincense and Myrrh is harvested. The droplets of resin dry into hard, walnut-sized brown exudates that are collected and distilled into essential oil.
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Oleoresin or gum
Country of Origin: France or Turkey
Cultivation Method: Certified Organic
Blends Well With: Fir, Geranium, Lavender, (All Floral Oils), Oakmoss Absolute, Frankincense, Pine and Balsam.
Scent: Weed, green and fatty, musty with a bit of fruit
Contraindications: Non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing.
About the Oil
This Galbanum essential oil is pale yellow in color, sourced from the resin of organically cultivated Iranian Galbanum and distilled using C02. The C02 process allows more of the molecular structure to remain intact; it involves no heat and requires only one state change (from solid to liquid, rather than becoming gaseous then a liquid). Resins used for medicinal-grade oils (Frankincense, Myrrh) should be distilled in this manner to retain the full spectrum of beneficial properties.
Aromatherapy Notes
This oil has an intense green, pine, turpentine-like middle notes with tangy balsamic and deeply wooded undertones. The CO2 distillation process smooths out of the aroma and presents its complexity. It acts well as a strong base note and blends well with Hyacinth, Violet, Narcissus, Lavender, Geranium, Oakmoss, Pine, and Fir.
Traditional Uses
Galbanum resin was used as a part of 'holy' incense (mentioned in Exodus), and included in ancient Egyptian cosmetic and embalming preparations. Eastern medicine uses Galbanum for healing wounds, inflammations, respiratory and digestive complaints.
Therapeutic Properties Described In The Aromatherapy Literature
Analgesic, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Aphrodisiac, Carminative, Cicatrisant, Digestive, Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Expectorant, Hypotensive, Restorative.
Safety
Galbanum essential oil is non-toxic, a non-irritant and non-sensitizing when used in proper proportions.
Geranium
GERANIUM ESSENTIAL OIL
Quick Overview
The "classic" Geranium, Pelargonium graveolens, with a wonderfully rich aroma, and the very diverse therapeutic properties of Geraniumpure Geranium essential oil. Steam distilled from tops and flowers of plants organically grown in India.
Botanical Name: Pelargonium graveolens
A common plant in gardens world-wide, Geranium is a perennial shrub that grows between three four feet high. Its pointed leaves are serrated at the edges and the branches host light to dark pink flowers. The name 'Geranium' comes from the Greek word 'geranos' or crane as the seed pods resemble the bill of a crane. A native plant of South Africa, Egypt, Madagascar, and Morocco, it was introduced to European countries such as Italy, Spain and France in the 17th century and is now cultivated for essential oil production in the highly fertile volcanic soils of the Reunion Islands.
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Leaves, stalk, flowers
Country of Origin: Egypt
Cultivation Method: Certified Organic
Blends Well With: Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Chamomile-Roman, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Cypress, Fennel-Sweet, Frankincense, Ginger, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli (Orange Blossom), Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary, Sandalwood and Ylang Ylang.
Scent: Floral, sweet, slightly herbal
Contraindications: Non-toxic, non-irritant, generally non-sensitizing
About the Oil
There are in fact two species of Pelargonium distilled to essential oil: 'graveolens', which is the common Geranium, and 'odorantissium' or 'Rose Geranium' oil. This steam distilled essential oil is clear to light green and sourced from the flowers and leaves of Geranium organically grown in India.
Aromatherapy Notes
Geranium has a bright, lightly floral aroma, with delicate, intricate notes. The delicate characteristics of this oil mean that it has the potential to blend well with a wide array of essential oils including: Eucalyptus, Lavender, Clary Sage, Rose, Lime, Orange, Frankincense, Grapefruit, and Ylang Ylang.
Traditional Uses
First used as an antidote elixir for anxiety, it soon after became known as an effective treatment for diarrhea and dysentery because of the antispasmodic action it has on the smooth muscles of the intestine. Many physicians also experimented with it as a remedy for wounds, tumors, ulcers, sore throats, tonsillitis, and neuralgia.
Therapeutic Properties Described In The Aromatherapy Literature
Antibacterial, Antidepressant, Antihaemorrhagic, Antispasmodic, Antitumoral, Anti-inflammatory, Astringent, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Cicatrisant, Deodorant, Diuretic, Fungicidal, Hemostatic, Stimulant (to the adrenal cortex), Styptic, Vermifuge, Vulnerary.
Safety
Geranium essential oil is generally a non-toxic, non-irritant. Avoid use with dermatitis in hypersensitive persons and also avoid use during pregnancy or when breast-feeding
Ginger
GINGER ESSENTIAL OIL
Quick Overview
Pure Ginger 'select' essential oil CO2 distilled from Ginger rhizome grown in India. This is another of the 'spice' oils gaining depth and richness with the cold-distillation method, and is thought by some aromatherapists to be more therapeutic for arthritis and blends for the muscular ~ skeletal system than the steam distilled variety.
Botanical Name: Zingiber officinale
Ginger root is a tropical perennial herb that grows up to four feet tall with reed-like stems, narrow, spear-shaped leaves, and yellow flowers with purple markings.
It was one of the first commodities to travel the spice route from Asia to Europe and take up a notable residence on the shelves of ancient Greek and Roman physicians.
It is native to southern Asia, and has become a popular cultivar in the tropical regions of Nigeria, the West Indies, India, China, Jamaica and Japan.
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Rhizomes (dry root)
Country of Origin: China
Cultivation Method: Wildcrafted
Blends Well With: Bergamot, Cedar Atlas, Clove Bud, Coriander Seed, Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Geranium, Grapefruit, Jasmine, Juniper Berry, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, Neroli (Orange Blossom), Orange, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Vetivert, and Ylang Ylang.
Scent: Hot, spicy, earthy, and woody with a sweet back note
Contraindications: Non-toxic, non-irritant (except in high concentration), slightly phototoxic, may cause sensitization in some individuals.
About the Oil
This Ginger essential oil is deep orange yellow and called a 'total' extract, due to the CO2 distillation method. There is no heat involved and the root never is carried in a gaseous state, therefore, a greater number of aromatic compounds and larger molecules get transferred than with other methods of distillation.
Aromatherapy Notes
This Ginger oil has a fresh jasmine-like top note, a candied orange and clove middle note and deep, gently spiced wood undertones.
Traditional Uses
Years before British surgeon Dr. James Lind discovered that lime could prevent scurvy, 5th century Chinese sailors were using the vitamin C found in Ginger for the same purpose on long voyages. The Japanese soothed spinal and joint pain with it. The Chinese found it helpful with tooth aches, the common cold, flu and hangover symptoms from alcohol consumption. Progressive early-twentieth century U.S. physicians prescribed ginger for menstrual pain. Ginger oil has been used for centuries to alleviate motion sickness, as a general digestive tonic for upset stomachs and in the British Herbal Pharmacopoeia, it is noted for curing flatulent intestinal colic.
Therapeutic Properties Described In The Aromatherapy Literature
Analgesic, Anticatarrhal, Antiemetic, Aperitif, Carminative, Expectorant, Rubefacient, Sexual tonic, Stimulant (digestive system), Stomachic.
Safety
Non-toxic. Always test a small amount of essential oil first for sensitivity or allergic reaction. Ginger can be sensitizing with repeated use. Avoid direct sunlight after use.
Grapefruit
GRAPEFRUIT ESSENTIAL OIL
Quick Overview
Cold pressed from the peels of ripe grapefruit grown in South Africa, this is some of the most wonderful grapefruit oil we've ever tried. The distiller in South Africa specilies in a series of pure, therapeutic grade oils, and it's wonderful to find an organically grown grapefruit oil at these excellent prices. The local climate is ideal for growing of citrus fruit, and we think you'll agree when you sample this!
Botanical Name: Citrus paradisi
Thought to be a hybridization of sweet orange and pomelo, the Grapefruit tree stands at a maximum height of 10 meters or 32 feet tall. The Pomelo, along with the orange, was brought to Spain from Asia by Arabian traders in the 12th century. It was then packed into the West Indies by Captain Shaddock in the 18th century and from there, made its way to the Americas and was hybridized into the Grapefruit soon thereafter.
Method of Extraction: Cold pressed
Parts Used: Peel
Country of Origin: USA
Cultivation Method: Certified Organic
Blends Well With: Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cardamom, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Cypress, Eucalyptus, Fennel-Sweet, Frankincense, Geranium, Ginger, Juniper Berry, Lavender, Lemon, Mandarin, Neroli (Orange Blossom), Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Rosemary, Thyme, and Ylang Ylang.
Scent: Citrus, and fruity
Contraindications: Non-toxic, non-irritant, and non-sensitizing. Some cases of skin irritation have been reported. Not to be used while pregnant unless approved by your doctor.
About the Oil
A beautiful reddish-pink color, this essential oil is obtained by cold-pressing the skin of organically cultivated pink grapefruit from South Africa. The cold-press extraction method gently extracts the sweet oil without changing the molecular composition. For this reason, this oil should always be kept cold to retain optimal freshness.
Aromatherapy Notes
This grapefruit essential oil has a fresh, sweet citrus top note followed by a floral, musty middle note and green, herbaceous undertones.
Traditional Uses
The essential oil of grapefruit has been used for its nutritional (vitamin C) and anti-infectious properties for centuries.
Therapeutic Properties Described In The Aromatherapy Literature
Anti-infectious, Antiseptic, Antitoxic, Astringent, Carminative, Choleretic, Depurative, Decongestant (lymphatic), Diuretic, Stimulant (digestive), Stomachic.
Safety
Grapefruit essential oil is generally non-toxic, a non-irritant and non-sensitizing, however, as with other citrus oils, it can make skin photosensitive; exposure to sunlight should be limited for 24 hours.