Aromatherapy

The "Queen of Flowers." Rose nourishes dry, sensitive skin and has a rejuvenating effect. The 10% rose dilution is suitable for use in a fragrance lamp or as a perfume.

use
For room fragrance and personal aromatherapy. Consult the specialist literature for use in aromatherapy.

Tips:
- In case of grief and sorrow, gently massage 1-2 drops of 10% rose oil mixed with organic care oil into the chest area.
- For a sensual body oil, mix 80ml of organic jojoba oil with 4 drops of bergamot/2 drops of rose 10%.

The name "Salvia" comes from the Latin "salvare," meaning to heal or save. The purifying effect of sage incense has been known since ancient times. This essential oil is used in aroma lamps to purify rooms and neutralize negative vibrations. In aromatherapy, the gentler, similarly acting clary sage is often used. Avoid during pregnancy and around children, as well as in cases of epilepsy. Neurotoxic.

Application
For room fragrance and personal aromatherapy. Consult the specialist literature for use in aromatherapy.

The slightly tart and clear scent of lemon is refreshing, invigorating, and uplifting, especially when feeling down or lacking energy. It lifts the spirits and promotes clarity. Like all citrus oils, lemon essential oil stimulates communication and loosens tongues. It's ideal for travel, freshening hotel rooms, cars, and other spaces, and for focused work. Lemon is also frequently used in skincare recipes because it helps maintain skin youthfulness—for this purpose, the low-furocoumarin lemon variety is recommended, as it is less photosensitizing.

Application
For room fragrance and personal aromatherapy. For use in aromatherapy, consult the relevant literature!

Tips:
- For shiny and soft hair, mix coconut oil with 1-2 drops of lemon oil for a fresh scent, apply to the ends and length of your hair, wrap in a terry towel, leave on for 20-30 minutes or overnight. Rinse thoroughly.
Even while driving, a handkerchief with two drops of lemon scent makes a revitalizing passenger. Simply tuck the scented handkerchief into a car air vent or use a car air freshener.

Australian lemon myrtle has a relaxing and stimulating effect, and the dosage is crucial. In strong dilution, it has a calming effect; in higher doses, it can have a stimulating effect. The essential oil from the lemon-scented leaves is valued in aromatherapy for its diverse uses, including as a winter protection fragrance with a feel-good factor.

Application
For skin applications, highly diluted (0.5%), in the fragrance lamp pure or mixed 1-1-1 with lavender and mandarin red for calming.

The power of plant scents

Fresh lavender, blooming roses, your favorite perfume – scents stimulate the senses, awaken memories, and soothe the soul. And they can do so much more. Whether it's stress and aggression, headaches or blemished skin: many aches and pains can simply be "scented away" with aromatherapy. This book will whisk you away to the world of essential oils, which can gently and effectively relieve physical and mental ailments.

- The 16 Top Essential Oils: Learn how to treat over 40 ailments with the most important oils – from osteoarthritis to toothache.
- 130 recipes for your medicine cabinet: Making these fragrant helpers yourself is child's play.
- Firsthand: Eliane Zimmermann, the experienced and renowned aromatherapist, shows you how to help yourself and your family.

Eliane Zimmermann herself about this book:

It was designed for absolute beginners in aromatherapy. No prior knowledge is expected, nor will the reader be bombarded with extensive background information. Instead, I will present tried-and-tested, helpful recipes from my nearly 25 years of experience, based on everyday mental and physical ailments.

In the picturesque hills of Piedmont, the air is filled with the spicy scent of this herb with its gray-green leaves and sunny-yellow blossoms. The sun-drenched essential oil of organic everlasting immortelle conveys warmth, strength, and security. It helps with emotional coldness and supports those who feel ungrounded. Avoid during pregnancy and with small children.

use
For room fragrance and personal aromatherapy. Consult the specialist literature for use in aromatherapy.

The tart, fresh citrus scent of organic lime, with its unmistakable fruity-green undertone, has refreshing and invigorating properties. The essential oil revitalizes tired spirits and stimulates imagination and creativity. Lime juice is a key ingredient in many long drinks (e.g., Caipirinha). The essence is excellent for freshening rooms and in room sprays. Photosensitizing on the skin.

Application
For room fragrance and personal aromatherapy. For use in aromatherapy, consult the relevant literature!

The essential oil of the Swiss stone pine, also known as Swiss pine, is extracted from wood waste resulting from storm damage and forest maintenance. This pine species grows in the highest Alpine regions and is very tough and resilient. The main themes of this essential oil are strength, resilience, courage, and determination. It clears the mind and thoughts, but also promotes joie de vivre, relaxation, and good sleep.

Application
For room fragrance and personal aromatherapy. Consult the specialist literature for use in aromatherapy.