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Essential Oils 101
Your Guide to Understanding and Using Essential Oils
Kymberly Keniston-Pond, CIR, CFR, CCMA
Avon, Massachusetts
Copyright © 2017 Simon and Schuster All rights reserved.
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The various uses of essential oils as health aids are based on tradition, scientific theories, or
limited research. They often have not been thoroughly tested in humans, and safety and
effectiveness have not yet been proven in clinical trials. Some of the conditions for which essential
oils can be used as a treatment or remedy are potentially serious, and should be evaluated by a
qualified healthcare provider.
This book is intended as general information only, and should not be used to diagnose or treat any
health condition. In light of the complex, individual, and specific nature of health problems, this
book is not intended to replace professional medical advice. The ideas, procedures, and
suggestions in this book are intended to supplement, not replace, the advice of a trained medical
professional. Consult your physician before adopting any of the suggestions in this book, as well
as about any condition that may require diagnosis or medical attention. The author and publisher
disclaim any liability arising directly or indirectly from the use of this book.
Readers are urged to take all appropriate precautions before undertaking any how-to task. Always
read and follow instructions and safety warnings for all tools and materials, and call in a
professional if the task stretches your abilities too far. Although every effort has been made to
provide the best possible information in this book, neither the publisher nor the author is
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This book is not a substitute for professional services.
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Contents
Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication
Introduction
Part 1: Getting Started with Essential Oils
Chapter 1: The Origin of Essential Oils
The History of Essential Oils
General Properties of Essential Oils
Therapeutic Properties Defined
Safety Guidelines
Choosing Your Essential Oils
Chapter 2: Materials You Will Need
Blending, Synergy, and Dilution
Artistic Tools of Aromatherapy
Easy Applications of Essential Oils
Part 2: Essential Oils Glossary
Allspice—Pimenta dioica
Amyris—Amyris balsamifera
Angelica—Angelica archangelica
Basil, Holy—Ocimum sanctum
Basil, Sweet—Ocimum basilicum
Bay Laurel—Laurus nobilis
Benzoin—Styrax benzoin
Bergamot—Citrus bergamia
Birch, Sweet—Betula lenta
Blackseed—Nigella sativa
Buddha Wood—Eremophila mitchellii
Cajeput—Melaleuca cajuputi
Calendula/Marigold—Calendula officinalis
Cananga—Cananga odorata
Cape Snowbush—Eriocephalus africanus
Cardamom—Elettaria cardamomum
Carrot Seed—Daucus carota
Catnip—Nepeta cataria
Cedarwood, Atlas—Cedrus atlantica
Celery Seed—Apium graveolens
Chamomile, German—Matricaria recutita
Chamomile, Roman—Anthemis nobilis aka Chamaemelum
nobile
Cinnamon Leaf—Cinnamomum zeylanicum
Citronella—Cymbopogon nardus
Clary Sage—Salvia sclarea
Clove Bud—Eugenia caryophyllata, Syzygium aromaticum
Cumin—Cuminum cyminum
Cypress—Cupressus sempervirens
Cypress, Blue—Callitris intratropica
Elemi—Canarium luzonicum
Eucalyptus Globulus—Eucalyptus globulus
Eucalyptus Radiata—Eucalyptus radiata
Fennel, Sweet—Foeniculum vulgare v. dulcis
Fir Needle, Balsam—Abies balsamea
Fir Needle, Douglas—Pseudotsuga menziesii
Frankincense—Boswellia carterii
Galbanum—Ferula galbaniflua
Geranium—Pelargonium × asperum
Geranium, Bourbon (Rose)—Pelargonium graveolens,
Pelargonium × asperum
Ginger Lily—Hedychium spicatum
Grapefruit, Pink—Citrus × paradisi
Helichrysum—Helichrysum italicum v. serotinum
Inula—Inula graveolens a.k.a. Dittrichia graveolens
Jasmine Sambac, absolute—Jasminum sambac
Juniper Berry (CO2)—Juniperus communis
Juniper Berry—Juniperus communis
Kanuka—Kunzea ericoides
Katafray—Cedrelopsis grevei
Lavender, Bulgarian—Lavandula angustifolia
Lavender Extra—Lavandula stoechas
Lemon—Citrus limon
Lemongrass—Cymbopogon citratus
Lemon Myrtle—Backhousia citriodora
Lime—Citrus medica var. acida a.k.a. Citrus acida, Citrus
acris, Citrus limetta var. aromatic
Mandarin, Red—Citrus reticulata
Manuka, East Cape—Leptospermum scoparium
Marjoram, Spanish—Thymus mastichina
Marjoram, Sweet—Origanum majorana
Melissa—Melissa officinalis
Myrrh—Commiphora myrrha
Myrtle, Red—Myrtus communis
Neroli—Citrus aurantium var. amara
Niaouli—Melaleuca quinquenervia
Nutmeg—Myristica fragrans
Opopanax—Commiphora guidotti
Orange, Blood—Citrus × sinensis
Orange, Sweet—Citrus × sinensis
Oregano—Origanum vulgare
Palmarosa—Cymbopogon martinii
Patchouli—Pogostemon cablin
Pepper, Black—Piper nigrum
Pepper, Pink—Schinus molle
Peppermint—Mentha × piperita
Petitgrain—Citrus aurantium var. amara
Pine, Siberian—Abies sibirica
Plai—Zingiber cassumunar
Pomegranate Seed CO2—Punica granatum
Ravensara—Ravensara aromaticum
Rosemary—Rosmarinus officinalis
Rose Otto, Bulgarian—Rosa × damascena
Sage, Spanish—Salvia lavandulifolia
St. John’s Wort—Hypericum perforatum
Sandalwood—Santalum album
Schisandra CO2—Schisandra sphenanthera
Spearmint—Mentha spicata
Spikenard—Nardostachys jatamansi
Spruce (Hemlock)—Tsuga canadensis
Spruce, Black—Picea mariana
Tagetes (Marigold)—Tagetes minuta
Tangerine, Dancy—Citrus reticulata
Tea Tree—Melaleuca alternifolia
Thyme—Thymus vulgaris
Turmeric—Curcuma longa
