Single Essential Oils

Cardamom essential oil is extracted from the fragrant seed pods of the Elettaria Cardamomum plant, native to India and now grown commercially throughout Asia. In traditional Ayurvedic therapies the spice was used in preparations to assist the body through a virus and to aid in digestive complaints. The practise of aromatherapy utilises this oil in much the same way. Applied to the stomach in an...

Fresh and sweet Cedarwood Virginian is actually extracted from a tree in the Cupressaceous family. The bark of the tree, cultivated in the USA and Canada, is steam distilled to release a fresh, woody essential oil. The Cedarwood tree has been utilised for many years, with Native Americans peeling bark from the trunk to make a host of objects from homewares to totem poles, and modern manufacturers...

Chamomile conjures thoughts of cosy evenings and soothing mugs of tea; however Roman Chamomile is one of the oldest recorded medicinal herbs and has been used for centuries to treat a host of ailments. Ancient Egyptians used the calming properties of this attractive plant as a cure for fever and Chamomile has been a staple remedy for British herbalists for generations. Native to Western Europe,...

Coriander, although categorised within the 'spicy' family of essential oils is significantly milder than the likes of Clove, Cardamom and Cinnamon and ideal to use for people with sensitive skin types. Coriander seeds are used in the extraction process for this oil, which are taken from the plant once the flowers, or 'umbels' die back at the end of the season. This fragrant oil may support the...

The Sweet Fennel plant has an interesting and varied history. Its uses span back thousands of years with the Romans using it to treat ailments and the Greeks hailing it as a natural contraceptive in their attempts to control the population. In modern times, we have moved on from these ancient ideas, but Fennel is still considered as a plant bursting with beneficial properties for body and mind....

Native to New Zealand, Kanuka is a wild growing plant, highly valued by the Maoris in preparations for digestive issues and as an anti-inflammatory for wounds. Kanuka’s health promoting properties are still utilised in modern herbology and aromatherapy, with one of its most popular uses being in blends to help heal and revitalise the body, during times of illness. The light, refreshing...

Native to the Iberian Peninsula of Portugal and Spain, Spanish Marjoram is a wild growing Mediterranean herb, popular with herbalists the world over. Its appearance is actually more similar to Thyme than Marjoram, which is reflected in the plant's botanical name; Thymus mastichina . Traditionally used in Spain and Portugal as an infusion to ease coughs, colds and influenza, Spanish Marjoram as an...

Neroli or Orange Blossom essential oil is a wonderfully rich and exotic addition to any aromatherapy blend. The rich fragrance adds an element of luxury to homemade aromatherapy preparations, combining woody undertones with a delicious orange top note. Neroli essential oil is extracted from the blossoms of the bitter orange tree, native to Asia and warmer regions of Western Europe. Interestingly,...

Black peppercorns have been used as a spice for over 4000 years in cooking and medicine in the Far East. In the 5th century AD Attila the Hun demanded 3000 pounds of peppercorns as a ransom for the city of Rome – the spice was considered as valuable as gold.In modern society the price of Black Pepper is far more affordable, however it’s value in treating immune, circulatory and digestive...

Intensely deep, warm and spicy, this Ginger essential oil, steam distilled from the rhizome or 'fleshy roots' of the plant may boost energy and bring warmth to mind and body. Physically, it may be deeply soothing for the digestive system, may relieve tired achy muscles and boost circulation. May soothe tired muscles, stiffness and other muscular aches and painsA tonic for the digestive systemMay...