Any experiences of these oils?

[hjlyebke]

I have some essential oils that I have never yet used and I'd like to experiment with them. I generally use my oils to make massage blends and body lotions as well as using them in a burner but I seem to have got in a rut with the fragrances I use.

Can anyone tell me any of their specific uses and contraindications please?

Bay
Birch White
Cajeput
Elemi
Silver Fir
Spikenard
Vetivert

Are any of these particularly good for calming the mind?

TIA
Amethyst c

 

[Kosher vs. Halal]

spikenard and vetivert are good for calming the mind. Spikenard is a spiritual oil,allegedly used to annoint the feet of Jesus,a grounding oil.Vetivert is also a grounding oil,smells very earthy. Elemi i use as an alternative to Frankinsence.

 

[RemontyPilar]

Hi,

White Birch is from the Silver birch tree - its a diuretic, so good for cellulite oedema and elimination thus is helpful for rheumatism and arthritis. For skin it is good for dermatitis, eczema, boils and ulcers.

Cajeput for eczema and psoriasis: also relieves aches and pains i.e. sciatica, lumbago arthritis and rheumatism. Tonic for the nervous system, stimulant, alleviates fatigue. Excellent for catarrh, sore throats. Precaution: possible skin irritant.

There are two types of bay, the Laurel, which we use as bay leaves - used to crown champions in Ancient Greece and confered the gift of prophecyat Delphi. Said to stimulate the appetite, and is a good nerve tonic. Its also a respiratory antiseptic. Good for people who lack energy and confidence. Safe generally though can cause skin sensitisation is use over a long period (3 weeks plus).

The other bay is the West Indian used as a hair tonic -

Elemi good for mature skin. Antiseptic and helps healing. Like frankincense in many ways as said before - so good for chest infections. The name comes from the Arabic phrase meaning above and below - so helps harmonise mind body and spirit. Good for meditation. Completely safe oil, non toxic, non-irritant and non sensitising.

Fir (abies alba) alleviates muscular aches and pains due to rheumatism or arthritis. Also good for stress. Protects and strengthens the auric and physical bodies, its both uplifting and grounding. Good for the third eye and crown chakras. Non toxic, non irritant and non sensitising. Contraindications for bronchial asthma and whooping cough as it increases bronchial spasms.

Spikenard - warming and drying says Dioscorides, good for nausea, flatulenceindigestion, menstrual problems inflammations and conjunctivitis. Sedative. Non toxic, non irritant, and non sensitising.

Vetivert - good for insomnia, grounding, good for oily skin and acne. Also an immuno-stimulant. Known as the 'Oil of tranquility' in India and its deeply relaxing. Good for healing traumas, shock.

Have fun blending. Though some of the oils above have pretty strong aromas.

Luv Binah
x

 

[Pompal 09.]

Thank you both - I can tell they are stong already; I think just one drop initially
Some great info there - I appreciate it!

A x

 

[optofNisp]

Fir is a pleasing fragrance which may invoke images of nature. It may encourage release from anxieties and tensions as they arise in our lives. Perhaps it acts as a tonic to the central nervous system and is elevating to the mind.Silver fir was highly esteemed for its medicinal
virtues and its vital aromatic spirit. It is thought to have the ability to purify and protect one from negative influences and further define personal boundaries. Fir's nature is to spread good will and joy.

 

[Dyann S]

Fir sounds perfect for me - thank you louis!

A x

 

[Dwin]

a drop of spikenard mixed with something like lavender is supposed to really help
children sleep - must try it out on my youngest

hemelgirl