V Muhammad Fahmi

Bin Mohtar
V 2007287824
V HS221
Historically, the first
people to dispense
essential oils and
other aromatics were:
V high priests of the
ancient Egyptians
V Hebrews
V other cultures of the
Far East.
V Osed for 5,000 years
V 1922 - Cayola & Garri demonstrated the
beneficial effects of essential oils on the
nervous system
‡ Measured blood pressure & breathing frequency
‡ Observed antibacterial properties
Vð holistic approach to health and wellness
V ðromatic Volatile Liquid of plants, flowers,
leaves, blossoms, seeds, bark, roots, fruits
and berries
V Essential oils are steam distilled or expressed
V Oils found in hairs, ducts, glands of plants
V 4romotes health and prevents imbalances on
the physical, emotional and spiritual level
Highly concentrated

More potent than herbs ± One drop represents the

potency of one ounce of plant material

Long history for using essential oils ± Over 500

references in the bible
u ðroma enters through olfactory system

u The limbic system: directly communicates

with the ³master glands.´ The hypothalamus and
pituitary glands regulate many body functions
including hormones and the
immune system.

u Chemistry of oils determines therapeutic value

u ðntibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, anti-parasitic
u Hormone regulator
u Stimulates the immune system
u ðntispasmodic
u ðnti-inflammatory
u ðnti-emetic
u ðnti-anxiety, antidepressant, relaxing
u ðstringent
u Skin toner and moisturizer
u Wound healing
u Decreases sinus/respiratory congestion
V 4lant material placed in chamber
V Steam is forced into chamber, oil is
released and carried off from the plant in
the steam
V Oil evaporates along with the steam and is
moved through the condensing chamber,
cold water added
V The cooling effect returns the steam to
water and liquid essential oil
V Timing, temperature, harvesting are
important factors
V Essential oil is in the rind
V Oil is cold pressed or squeezed by a
machine
u Hypertension: hyssop, rosemary, sage, thyme
u Seizure Disorder: hyssop, sage, fennel, wormwood,
rosemary, spike lavender
u Estrogen dependent cancers: clary sage, fennel
u ðsthmatics should use a dilute mixture of essential oils at
first to avoid certain reactions
u Certain oils should be diluted when used topically.
Examples would include oregano, thyme, cinnamon,
clove, birch
u If pregnant, consult an aromatherapy practitioner
V Inhalation
V Massage
V Direct application/neat application
V Baths
V Compresses
V Gargles
V Diffusing
V ðdd 2-4 drops of oil into a bowl of hot
water, cover head with towel and inhale
V Spray or use 2-3 drops of essential oil in
the shower
V Inhale from the bottle
V ðpply 1-2 drops on a tissue or swatch of
material
V ðpply 1-2 drops in palm, cup hands, close
eyes, and breathe deeply
V Diffuser
V Improves circulation

V Decreases stress and anxiety

V Decreases pain and muscle tension

V Ose 1-5 drops of essential oil in 1 tsp of

carrier oil for a hand or foot massage
V ðpply essential oil diluted or undiluted to a
specific area for relaxation, pain, or wound
care*

V Oils can be layered for added effect

V Baths: mix the essential oil with a small amount of
milk or Epsom salts or sea salts to disperse the oil
into the water. Ose 5-10 drops of essential oil.

V Compresses: use for comfort or relaxation; 1-2 drops

of essential oil with warm or cool wash cloth.

V Gargles:used for mouth irritation/sores/sore throats.

ðdd 2 drops of essential oil to a small amount of
honey or milk in cup; add 3-4 ounces of warm water.
Gargle, swish and spit.
V Soothing to Digestion
V Supportive Effect on Liver
V Enhances respiratory system
V For Headache
V Improves concentration
V Diffusion, inhalation, massage,
dietary use
V Refreshing cleanser
V 68% d-limonene
V Tonic for supporting the nervous and
sympathetic nervous system
V 4owerful antioxidant
V Dietary, aromatic or topical use
V Frankincense-boswellia
carteri
V Osed in religious
ceremonies
V 4ain Relieving
V Skin regenerative
V Mood enhancing,
emotional supportive
V Diffusion, massage, topical,
dietary supplement
V Store in amber bottles
V ðvoid extreme temperature
V ðvoid exposure to air
V Most oils may lose potency after one year
‡ Exceptions: jasmine, patchouli, rose, sandalwood,
rosewood