Essential Oils for Beginners by Althea Press

Author:Althea Press
Language: eng
Format: epub, mobi
Published: 2013-08-10T16:00:00+00:00

Oakmoss Evernia prunastri

DESCRIPTION

Oakmoss essential oil is light brown in color, with a medium to thick consistency. It has a rich, earthy fragrance and is useful as a base in aromatherapy blends.

ORIGIN

France, United States

PROPERTIES

Antiseptic, demulcent, fixative

APPLICATION

Oakmoss essential oil must be heavily diluted. It may be diffused, directly inhaled, or applied topically. It is primarily useful in aromatherapy blends and is not suitable for ingestion.

PRIMARY USES

Soothes stiff joints and muscles; relieves coughs; alleviates cold symptoms.

When used in aromatherapy and for meditation, oakmoss essential oil typically enhances the effects of complementary oils. It is particularly useful for creating relaxing blends and for soothing inner turmoil.

BLENDS WITH

Angelica root, bay, bergamot, chamomile, clary sage, eucalyptus, galbanum, German chamomile, ginger, helichrysum, holy basil, juniper, lavender, lemon, lemon tea tree, lime, nutmeg, orange, palmarosa, patchouli, petit-grain, Roman chamomile, sandalwood, spikenard, spruce, star anise, tea tree, valerian, vetiver, yarrow, ylang-ylang

SAFE USE

Oakmoss essential oil can cause skin irritation. Do not apply to skin undiluted.

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