ingredients

- Aniseed
(Illiciu verum) - Aroma: Pungent, liquorice
- Properties:
Powerful oil that can be useful in the treatment of muscular aches, pains and cramps.

- Arnica
(Arnica montana) - Aroma: Light, floral, flowery
- Properties:
Used externally for arthritis, burns, ulcers, eczema and acne. Arnica also has anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory qualities that can reduce pain and swelling, improving wound healing.

- Beeswax
(Cera alba) - Aroma: Rich, sweet, floral, honey
- Properties:
A firm wax used for hundreds of years in candle-making and perfumery.

- Benzoin
(Styran benzoin) - Aroma: Rich, warm, creamy, vanilla
- Properties:
A wonderfully rich oil that is excellent for treating arthritis, bronchitis, chapped skin, coughing, laryngitis and stress.

- Bergamot
(Citrus bergamia) - Aroma: Uplifting, sweet, fruity
- Properties:
A refreshing and cooling essential oil that helps sooth nervous tension.

- Clary sage
(Salvia sciarea) - Aroma: Bright, earthy, herbaceous
- Properties:
Used to help strengthen the skin’s barrier over time, encouraging a more natural cellular turnover.

- Comfrey
(Symphytum officinale) - Aroma: Sweet, citrus
- Properties:
One of nature's greatest medicinal herbs. Excellent for use with arthritis, it soothes and heals inflamed tissues, and it helps reduce swelling and pain in a most remarkable way. Comfrey is also used as an herbal remedy for bruises, dislocations and sprains.

- Eucalyptus
(Eucalyptus globus) - Aroma: Fresh, medicinal, woody, earthy
- Properties:
A versatile healing, balancing, cooling, invigorating and stimulating oil that has wonderful antibacterial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

- Frankincense
(Boswellia thurifera) - Aroma: Fresh, woody, balsamic, spicy, fruity
- Properties:
Highly valued oil that helps rejuvenate ageing skin as well as helping to sooth and calms the mind.

- Geranium
(Pelargonium graveolens) - Aroma: Sweet, floral, fruity undertone
- Properties:
Primarily a balancing and soothing oil with uplifting and strengthening properties for the nervous system. It has a balancing effect on the skin making it suitable for all skin types.

- Ginger
(Zingiber officinalis) - Aroma: Warm, spicy, earthy, woody
- Properties:
Excellent for aching muscles, arthritis, nausea and poor circulation.

- Honey
(Mel depuratum) - Aroma: Sweet, honey
- Properties:
Bacteria resistant resulting in excellent treatment for wounds, cuts, abrasions and scalds.

- Juniper berry
(Juniperus communis) - Aroma: Woody, fruity
- Properties:
A long history of traditional use due to its excellent anti-inflammatory properties and value in treating arthritis.

- Lanolin
(Adeps solidus) - Aroma: Warm, rich, pungent
- Properties:
Used for thousands of years for its emollient properties, making it a valuable ingredient in preparations used to treat eczema and other dry skin conditions.

- Lavender
(Lavendula officinalis) - Aroma: Sweet, floral-herbaceous, woody
- Properties:
Lavender is one of the most popular and most versatile of all the essential oils. It has numerous first aid uses and its main uses due to its soothing and antiseptic properties.

- Liquorice
(Glycmhiza glabra) - Aroma: Sweet, fruity
- Properties:
Also known as "sweet wood", this pungent oil is an excellent anti-irritant.

- Myrrh
(Commiphora myrrha) - Aroma: Warm, earthy, woody, balsamic
- Properties:
Prized since ancient times, is considered antiseptic and astringent.

- Patchouli
(Pogostemom patchouli) - Aroma: Rich, earthy, woody, fruity
- Properties:
Most commonly used for skin problems such as athlete's foot, chapped skin, dermatitis and eczema.

- Peppermint
(Mentha piperata) - Aroma: Minty, fragrant
- Properties:
Cool, minty oil with a refreshing aroma and tingling sensation.

- Pine
(Pinus sylvestis) - Aroma: Fresh, woody, earthy, balsamic
- Properties:
Sharing many of the same properties as eucalyptus, pine oil can be used for cuts and sores, scabies and lice and for excessive perspiration.

- Rose Absolute
(Rosa damascena) - Aroma: Rich, deep floral
- Properties:
Beautiful, fragrant and exquisite oil. Long a symbol of love and beauty, this rich floral balances emotions and has a soothing, emollient action.

- Rosemary
(Rosmarinus officinalis) - Aroma: Strong, fresh, herbaceous, woody
- Properties:
A natural antiseptic with an invigorating effect on both body and mind, used for centuries to cleanse, condition and heal.

- Sandalwood
(Santalum album) - Aroma: Rich, sweet, fragrant yet delicate, woody, floral
- Properties:
An ancient source of incense, this sensuously aromatic oil is reputed to have a quieting effect on the skin as well as the temperament.

- St John's Wort
(Hypericum perforatum) - Aroma: Sweet, bitter, astringent
- Properties:
A valuable healing and anti-inflammatory remedy.

- Sunflower
(Helianthus annus) - Aroma: Sweet, nutty
- Properties:
Light, clear oil extracted from seeds has properties that make it a superb moisturiser.

- Sweet Almond Infused Oil
(Prunus dulcis) - Aroma: Nutty, woody, earthy
- Properties:
Beneficial for dry skin and helps relieve itching, soreness and dryness. Found to be soothing, healing, lubricating, softening, revitalizing and nourishing.

- Tea tree
(Melaleuca alternifolia) - Aroma: Warm, fresh, spicy
- Properties:
Used primarily for its effective anti-fungal and anti-bacterial properties.

- Thyme
(Thymus vugaris) - Aroma: Fresh, medicinal, herbaceous
- Properties:
An excellent antiseptic skin treatment.

- Yarrow
(Achillea millefolium) - Aroma: Sharp, woody, herbaceous
- Properties:
Helps hay fever, lowers high blood pressure, improves venous circulation, and tones varicose veins. Also makes a good herbal cleanser for skin wrinkles.

- Ylang ylang
(Cananga odorata) - Aroma: Sweet, floral, spicy
- Properties:
Ylang ylang is a deeply exotic, calming oil, renowned as an aphrodisiac and anti-depressant. It is suitable for both oily and dry skin types, making it very versatile for the skin.
