Our picks for the Top [more than] 20 Aromatherapy Essential Oils - how to use aromatherapy to enhance your

well being! Cedarwood Essential Oil- has a woodsy scent, reduces anxiety and tension, calming, relaxes tight muscles, lessens pain, vapors help breathing, repels insect bites. Emotionally supportive for spiritual strength, meditation, endurance, focus, balance, grounding, purification, and protective. Use in massage oils, bath, skin and hair care and in diffuser. Cautions: none. Chamomile, German (blue) - has a herby scent, reduces stress and tension, calming, lessens pain, promotes restful sleep, reduces inflammation, improves digestion, increases appetite, healing to skin, soothes insect bites. Emotionally supportive to help you spiritually understand, soothes flow of chi energy in body. This oil is expensive! Clary Sage Essential Oil- has a musky, sweet scent, reduces stress and tension, calming, lessens pain, promotes restful sleep, improve digestion, contains estrogen-like hormone to help ease premenstrual syndrome. Emotionally supportive for grounding, tranquility, balance and stimulates creativity. Use as compress, massage oil, skin and hair care, in bath and diffuser. Use in warm bath to relieve a bad night's sleep, worries or nightmares. For relaxation, mix 1-2 drops with carrier oil and apply on wrists or temples. Cautions: do not use if you have mastosis, cancer or if you are pregnant. Clove Oil Essential Oil- has a hot and spicy scent, relieves toothache, warming to the body, relieves pain, mood uplifting, helps relieve fatigue, improves digestion, improves mental clarity and memory, disinfectant and is highly antiseptic. Emotionally supportive for regeneration, inspiration and inner-warmth. Cautions: don't use if pregnant, can cause irritation to sensitive skin. Do not use undiluted. Bergamot Essential Oil- has a citrus scent and reduces anxiety, nervous tension and stress, balances nervous system, is mood uplifting, helps relieve fatigue, is disinfectant. Emotionally supportive for confidence, joy, harmony and balance. Cautions: is phototoxic - avoid exposure to sun for up to 24 hours following application. Eucalyptus Essential Oill - has a woodsy, camphor scent cooling to body, relieves pain, refreshing, breaks up congestion, reduces inflammation, vapors help breathing, disinfectant, repels insects. Good for emotional balance and centering of emotional issues. Ten drops of eucalyptus oil, rosemary oil, lavender oil and 1 oz. of almond are a great blend for inhalations or diffuser. Cautions: Do not use internally. Breathe directly from bottle, use in a diffuser or with vaporizer. Geranium Essential Oil - has an herby scent reduces stress and tension, calming in small amounts, stimulating in large amounts, lessens pain, mood uplifting, encourages communication, soothe itchy skin, for treatment of candida, fungus, acts against yeast without affecting bacterial flora. Good for balance, feeling mothered, soothed and centered in emotional issues. Good for bath, massage oils, diffuser, on skin, as perfume and in misters. Cautions: none.

Grapefruit Essential Oil- has a citrus scent and is cooling to the body, mood uplifting. Helps relieve fatigue, is refreshing, energizing, increases physical strength, improves mental clarity and memory, is detoxifying. Emotionally supportive for joy, positive thoughts, attunement, and brightens dark moods. Cautions: is phototoxic avoid exposure to sun for up to 24 hours following application.

Lavender Essential Oil - has a floral scent and can be used in bath, massage oil, for inhalation, for skin and hair care and in a diffuser. Reduces stress, tension, is calming in small amounts, relaxes tight muscles, lessens pain, promotes restful sleep, mood uplifting, balances mood swings, breaks up congestion, reduces inflammation, improves digestion, is purifying to the body, is disinfectant, healing to skin, soothes insect bites. Three drops on a pillowcase can aid sleep. Rub on your temples or forehead to relieve a headache. Combines well with geranium oil and rosemary oil to enhance its stimulating effects. Lavender oil comforts and helps with emotional balance. Cautions: none. Lemon Essential Oil - has a citrus scent and is cooling to body, balancing, calming or energizing, balances nervous system, mood uplifting, refreshing, improves mental clarity and memory, helps reduce cellulite deposits, has a purifying effect on the body. Good for clarity and direction in life. Use in diffuser and misters. Cautions: avoid exposure to sun for up to 24 hours following application to skin, can cause irritation to sensitive skin. Neroli Essential Oil - comes from orange blossoms - citrus species. Neroli oil has a floral note. Is good for skin regeneration and skin elasticity when mixed in a carrier oil or cream. Has been clinically shown to reduce heart palpitations when mixed with carrier oil and massaged into feet. Said to be able to lift even the darkest of moods. The emotional properties of Neroli oil are lightness, lifting of sorrows, completeness, joy, understanding and calming. Patchouli Essential Oil- has an earthy, musky scent. Is mood uplifting, nerve stimulant, healing to the skin, stimulating, grounding, for farsightedness, earth connectedness in emotional issues. Cautions: none.

Peppermint Essential Oil - has a minty scent (surprise!). It is cooling to the body, relieves pain, mood lifting, helps relieve fatigue, refreshing, energizing, nerve stimulant, increase physical strength, breaks up congestion, reduces inflammation, improves digestion, increase appetite, improved mental clarity and memory, invigorates mind, soothes itchy skin, repels insects. Good for regeneration, self acceptance, clears negativity, and clearing of emotional states. Can be used in diffuser, as a compress, in massage oil. One drop of peppermint oil eases sea sickness or nausea. Cautions: do not use if you are pregnant, breast feeding, not for children under 30 months old, dont use if you have epilepsy, fever or heart disease. Pine Essential Oil- has a forest scent and lessens pain, is mood uplifting, helps relieve fatigue, refreshing, energizing, increases physical strength, breaks up congestion, improves mental clarity and memory, has purifying effect on the body. Emotionally good for warmth, comfort and energy and connection to nature spirits. Cautions: not for internal use and can cause irritation to sensitive skin. Rose Essential Oil - has a floral scent - is calming, lessens pain, mood uplifting, increases physical strength, reduces inflammation; is purifying and healing to skin. Emotionally good for motivation, passion and fulfillment. Rose oil is very expensive as it takes so many roses to make the oil! Cautions: none. Rosemary Essential Oil - Good for hair and skin, relaxes tight muscles, relieves pain, is mood uplifting, helps relieve fatigue, energizing, nerve stimulant, vapors help breathing, improves digestion, improves mental clarity and memory, help reduce cellulite deposits, has purifying effect on body. Carry a bottle of rosemary in your car and inhale it when you are driving and get tired. If you have tired feet mix a couple of drops of rosemary oil and 1-2 teaspoons of olive or almond oil and massage into feet. Cautions: dont use if pregnant or breast feeding or for children under 30 months old or if you have epilepsy, fever or high blood pressure. Rosewood Essential Oil - comes from a tree that is a member of the laurel family native to South America. Rosewood has a fresh, rather flowery, woodsy scent. Because of its flowery, rosy scent, it is sometimes used in place of expensive rose oil. It is useful for candida, eczema, dry skin and many other skin problems. It is analgesic, antiseptic and antibacterial. It is calming, can be used to ease menstrual pains, cramped or fatigued muscles. Rosewood has a balancing effect when used as an inhalative; eases nervousness, helps in stressful situations such as interviews or tests; helpful in treating mood swings. Inhale to ease headaches accompanied by nausea and linked to nervousness and tension in muscles. Can be mixed with massage oil for stretch marks or add to the bath to ease irritability. Taking rosewood oil internally is absolutely not

advised as it is considered poisonous. Use externally by mixing with a carrier oil such as olive oil or almond oil. Sandalwood Essential Oil - has a woodsy scent, reduces stress, is calming, promotes restful sleep, aphrodisiac, healing to skin. Emotionally supportive for centering, meditation, mood uplifting, warming, serenity and wisdom. Use in bath, massage oils and as perfume. Cautions: none. Sweet Orange Essential Oil - has a citrus scent and is cooling to the body, reduces stress, calming, promotes restful sleep, mood uplifting, purifying effect on the body. Good for sluggish digestion. Emotionally good for positive attitude, joy, refreshing and cheerful. Cautions: could irritate sensitive skin and is phototoxic and can cause sun sensitivity up to 24 hours after applying. Tea Tree Essential Oil- has a disinfectant scent, healing to skin problems, lessens pain; vapors help breathing, acts against bacteria, parasites in digestive system, viral infections, is anti microbal, anti fungal, good for athletes foot, thrush and clears negativity. Good for hair care and steam inhalation, chest rub and compress. Can be applied directly to skin. Cautions: none. Vetiver Essential Oil- has an earthy scent - is calming and acts as a digestive stimulant. Emotionally supportive for grounding, uplifting and reconnection. Use in perfume, bath and diffuser. Cautions: none. Ylang Ylang Essential Oil (pronounced "lang-lang") - has a floral scent and is calming, relaxes tight muscles, lessens pain, promotes restful sleep. Is mood uplifting and disinfectant. Good for communication, self-forgiveness, self-love. Is sensual, euphoric and normalizes extreme emotions. One drop of ylang ylang essential oil in a bowl of warm water is a relaxing facial wash. Cautions: none.

Essential Oil of the Month

Lemon Essential Oil - is obtained from the peel of the lemon. It takes about 1,500 lemons to produce a single pound of lemon essential oil. Lemon essential oil contains monoterpenes which are anti-septic and stimulating and have expectorant and decongestant properties. It also contains traces of aldehydes which give a light but sharp odor, and furocoumarins that cause sensitivity to sunlight. To avoid adverse skin reactions, do not use this oil before going out in the sun. Lemon essential oil is used for the skin as it is a natural skin tonic, for hair care, for the treatment of respiratory tract infections, fatigue, colds, flu, boosts circulation, effective heart tonic, helps reduce high blood pressure, is good for digestive upset and poor appetite. Lemon essential oil is strongly anti-septic even when inhaled.

Aromatherapy Fatigue Blend

Place 1 -2 drops of lemon essential oil and peppermint essential oil into a small bowl. Dip a cool, moist cloth into the mixture. Lie down and drape the compress over your forehead. Relax, breathe and fatigue will lift.

Massage Blend - to stimulate circulation - add to massage oil 2 drops of lemon

essential oil, 2 drops of yarrow essential oil and 1 drop of lavender essential oil.
Lemon Skin Toner - for oily skin
2 drops of lemon essential oil 2 drops of peppermint essential oil 2 drops of cypress essential oil 1 tablespoon of almond oil Mix together and use on skin.

Wart Removal - apply 1-2 drops of lemon oil onto the wart two times a day for

at least 4 weeks.
Dishwashing - add 10 drops of lemon oil to 1 ounce of vinegar and add to your

dish water. This mixture cuts grease while scenting the kitchen and brightens up your nails while you are washing dishes.

Aromatherapy for Sexual Dysfunction

This article first published at WaveLengths Natural Health

Aromatherapy for Sexual Dysfunction and Reproductive Problems

Origins of Sexual Problems Sexual problems like impotence, infertility and frigidity often are related to a psychological problem that has established itself from stress related conditions. The loss of physical sexual function can also create its own set of emotional responses, which can also lead to stress, depression and anxiety. Libido problems like frigidity (Anorgasmia), impotence and retarded ejaculation can result from emotional frustration or negative feelings, causing a loss in sexual appetite. Usually when the emotional problems are resolved, the libido and function will return. In the cases of frigidity and retarded ejaculation, longer time spent in foreplay and different sexual

positions may help bring a solution. Vaginismus, which is the involuntary spasm of the vaginal muscles, is often linked to overwhelming feelings of fear, often a result of trauma or a violent sexual experience. Sometimes vaginismus can be a result of lack of sexual experience, which may cause fear of sexual intercourse. All of these sexual problems can result in infertility as conception is less likely to occur if there is a problem with one or both partners sexual function. Stress can affect the menstrual cycle, attributing to conditions such as amenorrhea (scanty or total lack of menstruation), dysmenorrhea (uterine cramps during menstruation) and menorrhagia (an excessive menstrual flow with uterine cramps) which can also affect a womans ability to conceive. In all of these cases of sexual dysfunction, there needs to be a supportive, sympathetic, co-operative partner in the relationship. Establishing intimacy and trust is also very important. Aromatherapy can help when used in aromatic baths or massage, which in themselves are intimate experiences. Aromatic bathing and massage can help relax and open the way for sexual communication between two people. Massage can be a sensual experience and a part of foreplay. Aromatherapy, blocked energy and sexual dysfunction Another aspect to consider when dealing with a sexual problem is the bodys energy system. The chakra often connected to sexuality is the sacral chakra. The sacral chakra is located between the genitals and the naval. Blockages in this chakra can manifest as psychosexual ills. Psychologically, the sacral chakra it is orientated to our self gratification, physical comfort, satisfaction and sexuality. From the sacral chakra, we regulate our feelings and our emotional expressions. The gonads are located within the sacral chakra. The sacral chakra is the sphere of desires, physical pleasures and happiness. It is also the home of the five senses. We are connected to our feelings and our sense of physical balance through this chakra. When the sacral chakra is blocked, you may feel that the bodys own natural ease and balance is lost- instead it is replaced with awkwardness. When the blockage in this chakra is released, there will also be a release of long held back emotions, and physically the body will move again with fluid gracefulness. Aromatherapy oils commonly associated with the sacral chakra are; ylang ylang, jasmine, patchouli, sandalwood, rose, frankincense, chamomile, vetiver, myrrh, cinnamon, black pepper and cedarwood. Using essential oils to unblock chakras work with the idea that the oils individual vibrational pattern will impart itself into the chakra, making the chakra imitate the vibration, bringing balance back to that individual chakra. Essential Oils for Sexual Dysfunction, Disorders and reproductive Problems. Essential Oils that can help improve sexual function and treat disorders that stem from both physical and emotional causes are; Sandalwood is a potent aphrodisiac, promoting feelings of sensuality and encouraging emotional openness within relationships. Helpful for understanding and honesty in all aspects of love by supporting feelings of togetherness and stability. Medicinally, sandalwood can treat disorders of the urinary system; Cystitis, urinary infections and the reproductive system; herpes, impotence, thrush, and vaginal pruritus. Sandalwood is a tonic to the reproductive organs Patchouli helps decrease inhibitions, and allows a person to communicate clearly on both a physical and emotional level. Patchouli is a useful aid in seduction, helping those who are oversensitive to release sexual fears.

Ylang Ylang As an aphrodisiac, Ylang Ylang enhances attraction between lovers, enhances feelings of togetherness, sensuality, tenderness and increases the libido. Ylang Ylang is a good choice for treating feelings of sexual inadequacy. Jasmine is a fragrant emblem of love; its sensual character brings romance, strength and warmth to relationships. It is a strong sensual stimulant. Jasmine boosts self confidence and enhances feelings of self worth. Jasmine medicinally treats disorders and conditions of the reproductive system such as; dysmenorrhea, impotence, frigidity, labour pains and uterine disorders. Cardamom A reputed aphrodisiac, cardamom enhances feelings of sensuality and provides confidence to those who may have judgemental feelings or feelings of uneasiness concerning their own bodies, or who may be distrustful due to experiences from the past. Clary Sage is an oil that can decrease inhibitions. Mildly intoxicating, Clary sage counteracts feelings of negativity and arouses the emotions, giving a sense of well-being. An effective oil for anxiety or for tackling phobias as clary sage helps to dissolve these negative feelings. Clary Sage also helps to regulate and balance hormones and can be of assistance to; amenorrhea, labour pains, dysmenorrhea, leukorrhea, frigidity, impotence Fennel- is another oil that assists in balancing and regulating hormones of the female reproductive system due to its chemical composition (anethol) resembling oestrogen. It is an adaptogen oil. Reproductive System- Amenorrhea, menopausal problems, stimulating the Milk Supply in Nursing Mothers, Geranium invokes love and happiness and aids communication and resolve, Geranium is an adaptogen oil having a close yin/yang balance, it is a helpful oil to restore equilibrium Reproductive and Endocrine Systems; Adrenal glands, Menopausal problems, PMS, Sterility. Lavender Lavender-Reproductive and Endocrine Systems- Hormonal Imbalances stemming from stress, PMS, Menstrual Cramps, Pruritus, Amenorrhea, Menorrhagia, Dysmenorrhea Genitourinary system- Cystitis, Dysmenorrhea, Leukorrhea, Prostatitis, Vaginitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Rose is a particularly beautiful oil that has a strong affinity with the feminine, in particularly the female reproductive cycle. Roses positive affects on the emotions can be related to its influence on the female reproductive organs, making it an excellent oil for treating emotions caused from problems stemming from infertility, sexual fears and problems, menopause and PMT. Reproductive system- Irregular & Scanty Menstrual Cycles, Hormonal Imbalances, Infertility, Leukorrhea, Menorrhagia, Pre-Menstrual Tension, Uterine Disorders Juniper is particularly a good oil for those with selfesteem issues who feel that they are unworthy of love or suffer from insecurity in their relationship. Juniper has the ability to stimulate and awaken love and sexuality, enhancing self-confidence and openness. Genitourinary& Reproductive systems- Amenorrhea, Cystitis, Dysmenorrhea, Leukorrhea, Metrorrhagia, Threatened Miscarriage

Basil arouses sexual instincts and is a good choice for someone who is anxious due to inexperience Reproductive System- Cramps, Amenorrhea Vetiver is sexually arousing and strengthening, earthy and positive. It helps to release deeply felt tensions and fears. Angelica- As an aphrodisiac, angelica root oil is helpful in treating emotional states that may stem from frigidity. Ginger, erotic oil that supports sexuality by heating up the libido. Ginger helps us to melt cold emotions, Reproductive System- Menstrual Cramps Cedarwood opens emotions in relationships whilst soothing fears and anxieties relating to sexuality. Encourages the sexual response. Neroli Enhances self confidence and sensuality. Neroli- Reproductive System- PMS Coriander A known euphoric and aphrodisiac, coriander helps encourage spontaneity, communication and passion, whilst reducing feelings of self doubt, making it a useful oil for reigniting a fizzled spark in a relationship. Chamomile, Chamomile-Reproductive System- Dysmenorrhea, menopausal problems, menorrhagia, PMS, Morning Sickness Genito-urinary systems- Cystitis, Urethritis, Thrush, Vulval Pruritus Peppermint, Reproductive & Genito-urinary Systems; Amenorrhea (small doses), Cystitis, Uterine Tonic Marjoram- Reproductive system- Amenorrhea, Dysmenorrhea, Leukorrhea, PMS, Menstrual Cramps Cypress -Reproductive and Genitourinary System- Dysmenorrhea, Menopausal problems, (hot flushes) menorrhagia, incontinence, Prostatitis, Pelvic Inflammatory Disease Cinnamon- Reproductive System- Stimulates uterine contractions, Frigidity, leukorrhea, metrorrhagia Cumin- Reproductive System- Irregular Periods, Menopausal problems, PMS Genito-urinary systems- Cystitis Frankincense- Genitourinary System- Cystitis, Dysmenorrhea, Leukorrhea Hyssop- Reproductive system-Amenorrhea, Increase milk supply in nursing mothers, Menopausal ailments, Leucorrhoea Lemongrass- Reproductive System-PMS Melissa- Reproductive System- Menstrual Problems-painful or irregular periods, PMS Myrrh- Reproductive &Genitourinary system- Amenorrhea, Leukorrhea, Pruritus, Thrush Parsley- Reproductive System- Amenorrhea, Dysmenorrhea, Labour Aid, Engorged Breasts Urinary System- Cystitis, Urinary Tract Infections, Kidney Stones Pine- Urinary system- Cystitis, Prostatitis, Urinary Infections Rosemary- Reproductive system- Dysmenorrhea, Leukorrhea

Sage- Reproductive system- Amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, hot flushes, leukorrhea, menopause, painful periods, suppresses lactation, sterility References (2000) Anatomica: The Complete Home Medical Reference. Australia: Global Book Publishing Pty Ltd. Eason, Cassandra. (2000). Crystals-Talk To The Woman Within. England: Quantum. Lacroix, Nitya & Bowhay, Sakina. (1995). The Art of Sensual Aromatherapy. Great Britain: Carlton Books. Lawless, Julia. (1997). The Complete Illustrated Guide to Aromatherapy. Great Britain: Element Books. Thompson, Kylie. (2005). Aromatherapy For The Emotions. United States: Lulu Press Wildwood, Chrissie. (1994). Erotic Aromatherapy. Australia: Angus & Robertson.

What's Your Aromascope?

PlanetLightworker February 2006

Whats Your Aromascope?

Kylie Thompson
This article will help you decide out of the 100s of essential oils available which will be of particular benefit to you as an individual. This article is based on the book written by

Philippe Mailhebiau, Portrait in Oils-The Personality of Aromatherapy Oils and Their Link with Human Temperaments. The book details a system of identifying the personality profile of an essential oil by capturing its qualities and comparing them with human temperaments traits. The idea behind this system is that certain oils blend well with certain temperaments/personalities, making those particular oils the best choices for the individual to counteract negative personality aspects and traits. You will most likely not be able to identify solely with one particular personality, but may be able to identify with several traits across the profiles. Choose the profile you most identify with and follow the suggestions of oils for that profile. Here, just like a horoscope, you will find your Aromascope a description that best describes your personality and a suggestion of the other essential oils that will best blend with your personality type. Your Aromascope oil is your signature oil-the one that best encompasses who you are as an individual, and the one oil that you should start your collection of essential oils with.

Why do we need to find our Aromascope oil? An individuals personal associations and reactions to a particular smell or oil determine whether that oil will be of benefit to that individual. Just because basil may be beneficial in profile to your particular condition, does not mean in practise that it will help your situation, especially if you cant stand the smell of it. One way to help you decide which oils may be of benefit is by identifying your own personality Aromascope temperament traits and comparing this to the personality of a particular essential oil. Essential oils, like humans have their own personalities and when we smell an oil we all use words that describe the oil that can also be likened to a human, an example would be describing peppermint oil-sharp; overpowering, fresh, strong etc. This is how we can apply the essential oils personality to a human beings personality. Personality profiling is not new to aromatherapy. There are various methods available in identifying aromatherapy oils for individuals. The most commonly known personality profiling technique employed in aromatherapy diagnosis is by putting the oils into groups according to their origins. An example of this system is whether a person prefers the smell of fruit oils, floral oils, spice oils, wood oils or herbal oils. Mostly, however, you will find that most people prefer oils from several of these groups. Just as there are limitless personalities

in humans, the oils also have their own personalities, and putting oils into a group according to origin does not seem an accurate way to diagnose oils for an individuals use. The theory behind individual personality profiling for diagnosis in aromatherapy is that people tend to gravitate toward certain scents that will bring them the most benefit and bring out the more positive aspects of their personality. But when the selection of oils is so numerous it can be a daunting challenge to try a therapy such as aromatherapy, particularly if you are unfamiliar with the scents of the oils. Having a simplified system like personality profiling for selecting our oils can make the choice task a lot easier, especially if you can understand the oils according to aspects of yourself. For the sake of simplicity, in this article we will be exploring only 12 essential oil personality types. In Philippe Mailhebiaus book he actually describes 21 essential oils according to their personality, so if more information is what you are after, I suggest you read his book.

Clary Sage. A Clary sage personality is one that is impetuous and full of paradoxes. Clary sage is a person who does not know themself and is easily influenced. This personality type follows all fads and fashions, is often led astray and changes at a whim. Clary sage is often yearning for identity and has a tendency towards negativity and conflict, and often masks fears with false confidence. Clary sage is a person who is most often dishonest with themself and others. Clary sage does not know how to be assertive and is often impatient, suffering from intense mood swings. Clary Sage is prone to sink into excess. A Clary Sage personality can be likened to the young goddess of the dawn, Eos. Clary sage blends well with juniper, angelica root, bergamot, lavender, frankincense, lime, coriander, jasmine, petitgrain, cardamom, pine, orange, lemon, geranium, lemongrass, cedarwood, neroli, grapefruit, mandarin, sandalwood, patchouli, ylang ylang, vetiver, chamomile, juniper, basil, cypress and rose. Rosemary A Rosemary personality type is spontaneous and kind hearted. Cheerful, stable and sincere, Rosemary is a person with an infectious spirit. Rosemary is a bit of a joker with little common sense and vivacious with an eccentric mind that is overflowing with imagination.

Rosemary displays nave charm and is full of good intentions, but tends to find reasons for not doing what they need to do. Lazy by nature, Rosemary is a bit careless and fluctuates in their ideals and focus of interest. Rosemary has trouble bringing into reality the creativity of their fertile mind. Clumsy and a bit of a blunderer, rosemary baulks at physical effort. Rosemary tends not to think before speaking, and can wear people out just as much as they can cheer them up. A Rosemary personality type can be likened in mythology to the adolescent Phaeton, the son of Helios. Rosemary blends well with; frankincense, valerian, grapefruit, petitgrain, lavender, lemongrass, basil, cedarwood, thyme, peppermint, lemon, lime, eucalyptus, neroli, petitgrain, bergamot, clove, black pepper, juniper, marjoram, pine and sandalwood Cypress. A Cypress personality is a person who exuberates youth of spirit and defies time. Stable and confident, Cypress is serene and patient and feels inner peace. A protector, who knows how to listen or when to give comfort, Cypress is a person with generous depth. Serene and a tower of strength, Cypress is confident and knows themself well, helping other personality types to tap into the qualities Cypress engenders, but they lack. A Cypress personality can be likened to the ferryman Vasudeva who guides Siddhartha in his quest for the divine in Hermann Hesses novel Siddhartha. Cypress blends well with; cedarwood, grapefruit, sandalwood, pine, marjoram, lavender, orange, mandarin, bergamot, clary sage, juniper, lemon, cardamom, frankincense, marjoram, pine, palma rosa and petitgrain

Thyme. Thyme is a kind, honest and simple personality who is prosaic but truthful. Thyme is not much of a talker, and only ever rarely reveals details gained from experience. Thyme experiences more than they rationalise and has intuitive intelligence and spontaneous knowledge. A natural and modest person who is a hard worker, Thyme bears lifes troubles without saying a word of complaint. Thyme is a clear and wholesome spirit, and can be neglectful of their physical appearance. The personality of Thyme is displayed in the archetypes of Philemon and Baucis-the elderly peasant couple of ancient Greek mythology.

Thyme blends well with; bergamot, pine, lemon, rosemary, marjoram, black pepper, ginger, peppermint, myrrh, lavender, basil and sandalwood. Petitgrain. A Petitgrain personality type is distinguished and elegant and sometimes haughty. Petitgrain is a sensitive individual who is continually searching for love, but not prepared to pay the heavy price to merit it. Petitgrain is an idealist, without fully being aware of it. Lacking in wisdom, Petitgrain plunges too early into relationships and life, and as a consequence, is constantly disappointed. An impossible romantic, heartache is a constant factor in Petitgrains life. Petitgrain exhausts themself by jumping ahead before thinking, driven by an incessant search for stability. Petitgrain compromises too easily. Reliable and capable of extreme devotion, Petitgrain has an unquenchable need for affection. Due to Petitgrains complex nature, they often confuse and exhaust those around them, and in turn it disturbs Petitgrain as much as they disturb others. Reliable, tenacious and resistant, Petitgrain is a spiritual person that often ignores this aspect of themself. Can be paranoid, leaning towards impatience, aggressiveness and depression. A Petitgrain personality can be likened to Mary Magdalene; a woman who as a youth lived a life of decadence but in her maturity woke up to a life of spiritual love and light. Petitgrain blends well with; rosemary, valerian, angelica root, clove, lavender, palma rosa, geranium, jasmine, clary sage, neroli, orange, lemon, lime, lemongrass, eucalyptus, melissa, sandalwood, juniper, rosewood, basil, bergamot, cypress and ylang ylang. Lavender-Vera. Lavender Vera is full of patience and constancy. Tireless and even tempered, Lavender Vera calms and listens to others. Discreet and virtuous, Lavender Vera looks after everyone with equal love. A supporter of fellow men, this personality type often sets aside their own personality to the service and care of others. Lavender Vera is constantly concerned with people and consumed by love for them, and gives excessively of themselves. Lavender Vera exhausts themselves to the very limits of their strength. Modest and self-sacrificing, Lavender Vera shares their peace with all.

A Lavender Vera personality can be likened with the Mother goddess Demeter, the Egyptian goddess Isis and the Roman goddess Ceres. Lavender blends well with most oils, rose, orange, valerian, lemon, lime, neroli, bergamot, petitgrain, mandarin, grapefruit, cedarwood, rosemary, lemongrass, peppermint, marjoram, chamomile, clove, patchouli, vetiver, clary sage, pine, cedarwood, Melissa, geranium, jasmine, ylang ylang, frankincense, sandalwood, black pepper, neroli, palma rosa, thyme, cypress and eucalyptus. Peppermint. A Peppermint personality type is over the top and mendacious. Peppermint tends to talk too freely, and often to their detriment. Very much in their own mind, and without scruples, which is due to the very nature of their intellect. Peppermint is a socially exceptional person, who is difficult to forget. Having the gift of the gab, Peppermint can lead others astray. Excessive by nature, Peppermint plays with roles, titles and appearances as circumstances dictate to their own benefit. Unfortunately due to Peppermints own instability, they can be devoid of moral sense. Peppermint laughs at the foolishness of the world and turns its own devices against it; trickery, lies, greed and ruses. Peppermint only upsets the weak and deceives only the ignorant. Virile with a light hearted nature, Peppermint displays exceptional dynamism and receives insolent luck. Peppermint refreshes as much as they burn, and more often than not, Peppermint is involved in some risky situation. Ingenious and arrogant, Peppermint offers the world the best and the worst of themselves and is often too actively involved in things. A Peppermint personality can be likened to the first King of Troy, Laomedon or Ibsens Peer Gynt. Peppermint blends well with; rosemary, bergamot, lavender, eucalyptus, lemon, marjoram, cedarwood, rose, sandalwood, geranium, thyme and patchouli. Basil Basil is a spiritual character with a good sense of inner well being. A heartful personality in whom emotional excesses and impulses are stronger than their sense of wisdom or reason. Basil tends to have their head in the clouds and both feet slightly off the ground, hovering over events unaware of the concrete reality of existence. Basil has no great

pretensions or tenacious desires and shifts rhythmically with the seasons. Basil swings between spiritual love and personal affectivity. Devoid of pride and ambition by nature, Basil is content with innate intuition which serves as wisdom. This personality has an existential lack of concern, which sometimes can pass as foolishness. Basil has a big, kind heart, which is a manifestation of their beautiful soul. May be inclined towards criticism or bad thoughts as they see in others only qualities they themselves possess. Rather clumsy and irrational, but Basil somehow manages to fit in. Mystical in nature, devoted and an authentic, unflapple character, Basil is often without any sense of proportion. Basil acts and reacts alternately with the best aim in sight, but sometimes ends up with the worst result. Full of good intentions, Basil tends to see the world through rose-tinted glasses, recreating everything. Nothing is what it seems with Basil. Life for Basil is punctuated with constant distractions and ups and downs. Fortunately, it does not seem to alter their goodwill, humour, convictions or fate. Basil is almost adorable. A Basil personality can be likened to the nymph Syrinx, who was a follower of the goddess Artemis. Basil blends well with; bergamot, geranium, lime, clary sage, rosewood, lemon, rosemary, petitgrain, frankincense, lemongrass and thyme. Cinnamon. A Cinnamon personality is more inclined towards the physical and the emotional than the mental. Lacking intellect and subtlety, cinnamon has a practical intelligence. Cinnamon is obsessed with the perfect body image, and loves to display their body. Not a person who passes by unnoticed, Cinnamon loves exuberance and passion. Can be oafish, somewhat conceited and a bully. Cinnamon is sometimes pleasant, sometimes vulgar. Cinnamon tries to please, but mostly pleases themselves. A jolly chatterbox, Cinnamon can be a bit of a fibber through nave awareness. Cinnamon enjoys life as mood dictates, is instinctive and has the quality of good natured greed. Cinnamon is unstable and sometimes unfaithful, a little untruthful, but a likeable character that is practically never ill or nervously depressed. A Cinnamon personality can be likened to King Midas. Blends well with frankincense, mandarin, ylang ylang, orange and geranium Marjoram

A Marjoram personality type is a person who has a strong love for life and for other people, appreciating beauty of both the body and the soul of individuals. Marjoram has a courageous, pure and noble heart that is overflowing with warmth and a desire for action. A Marjoram personality type is full of energy and wants to conquer the world. They are so inspired by their love for life that they want to set the world on fire and transform it. Marjoram personality types are usually idealists and are full of unrealised potential. Applying caution in their attempts to conquer and transform is something Marjoram lacks; in their quest to manifest their dreams they are unafraid of displeasing others who do act with caution in their actions. Marjoram can also miss their target and expend energies on causes that were not really worth the time or energy and this is due to marjoram being easily influenced, but a marjoram personality is convinced to the contrary. Marjoram can be a vulnerable type of person who can lack confidence in their abilities and will compensate for these failings by excessive assurance to others. Marjoram will find strength when convinced they are on the right pathway and capable of mastering their own existence. In these circumstances, a Marjoram personality is charismatic and driven and with some discipline, Marjoram can be highly patient and ordered in their conduct. A Marjoram personality type can be likened to Telemachus, the son of Ulysses from Homers The Odyssey. Marjoram blends well with; lavender, eucalyptus, bergamot, rosemary, chamomile, cypress and tea tree.

Sage A Sage personality is a person who has turned the crises and emotional illusions that have occurred in their lives into building an exceptional character. Sage is concerned with inner beauty rather than outer and is the sort of person who helps lead others to a better understanding of themselves. Sage is a socially capable personality who is persistent, concise, efficient and tenacious. A Sage personality type is not afraid to exert authority with strictness upon others, especially those who display lameness, indolence or laxity. Towards people of this nature Sage is uncompromising-but just. Due to this aspect of Sages personality, Sage can sometimes be intolerant-Sage does not tolerate mistakes, including their own. Sage will not compromise in the sphere of good and evil. A Sage personality is

also a tireless worker and can achieve just about everything they undertake by channelling all their energy, will and strength to achieve their set goals with success. This aspect of their personality can often lead Sage to be a solitary person. A Sage personality can be likened to Artemis, the huntress, virgin and lunar goddess and Durga, the Hindu goddess whose darkest face is the goddess Kali. Sage blends well with; rosemary, cedarwood, clary sage, lavender, pine, eucalyptus, cedarwood and juniper. Dill A Dill personality type is loyal, upright, straightforward and true. Dill has been matured by certain intelligence and is the type of person who serves all forms of life. Dill is a joyous person who can be a bit mischievous but without being irresponsible. Dill does not seem to worry; the purity of Dills heart keeps them from being affected from maudlin thoughts. Dill emits a spiritual cocoon which serves to protect them from the ill wishes or malicious calculations inflicted from other human beings. A Dill personality expects nothing and they are not wanting or waiting for anything. Dill is comfortable with the thought of death and is not afraid of departing from this world because they have realised that what life has produced will continue to go on living in one form or another. Dill personality types are sensitive people who have a special affinity with nature. Dill needs to experience nature on a regular basis in order to re-establish another point of focus apart from themself. A Dill personality type can be likened to Oberon, the King of the Elves in Scandinavian mythology. Dill blends well with; peppermint, cinnamon, black pepper, orange, petitgrain, neroli, lemon, bergamot, mandarin, grapefruit, nutmeg, lime, cardamom, clove, coriander, ginger and juniper. References. Lawless, Julia. (1997). The Complete Illustrated Guide to Aromatherapy. Great Britain: Element Books. Mailhebiau, Phillipe. (1995). Portraits in Oils. Great Britain: C.W. Daniel Company Limited. Thompson, Kylie. (2005). Aromatherapy for the Emotions. United States: Lulu Press, Ingram Books. Wildwood, Chrissie. (1994). Erotic Aromatherapy. Australia: Angus& Robertson.