Ajowan, also known as Indian thyme, has powerful antibacterial, antiparasitic, antifungal and antiviral properties in its essential oil form. It is indicated for serious infections of all kinds. It is an all-round tonic. Updated 27 January 2024
Known for its diuretic and circulatory properties, Atlas Cedar EO is used to treat cellulite and water retention. It also has mucolytic and expectorant properties due to its high ketone content. The same high ketone content makes it neurotoxic and abortifacient in high doses, so it is not recommended for pregnant women, children or sensitive individuals. It should not be taken orally. Updated 16 January 2024
An excellent antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal agent, it can be used for skin, mouth and digestive problems. Its mucolytic and expectorant properties make it useful for bronchitis. As an analgesic, it relieves muscular, joint and neuralgic pain. It is also said to restore confidence and courage and stimulate concentration and memory. Updated 17 January 2024
Bay Rum Tree Essential Oil (Pimenta racemosa) is best known for its stimulating effect on the scalp and hair growth. It should be used very diluted due to its high phenolic content. Updated 27 January 2024
Bergamot essential oil is a great source of joy and lightness. It is particularly recommended for the anxious and depressed. Be careful as the undiluted version is highly photosensitive. Updated 16 January 2024
Bitter orange essential oil is known for its calming and nerve-balancing properties. It helps people who are anxious, sad or tired, or who suffer from loneliness or lack of affection. Its antispasmodic properties are useful for spasms of all kinds, especially those of an emotional nature, as well as for heart problems. It also has a powerful action on the skin, regenerating skin cells in all kinds of dermatological conditions. Updated 16 January 2024
Black Pepper Essential Oil (Piper nigrum) relieves muscle, joint and dental pain. It is also effective against cellulite, oedema, heavy legs and lymphatic congestion. Botanical characteristics
Blue peppermint essential oil is interesting for its mucolytic and lipolytic properties. It is therefore indicated for all respiratory catarrhal diseases and cellulite. It should be used with caution due to the large amount of ketones it contains. Updated 17 January 2024
Blue Tansy (Tanacetum annuum) has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that may be beneficial for acne-prone skin. The anti-inflammatory properties of blue tansy essential oil may also help to reduce the formation of dark spots, heal acne scars and skin damage, and promote a more even skin tone. Botanical characteristics
Blue-leaved mallee (Eucalyptus polybractea): The oil of choice for treating gynaecological or urinary tract viral infections (on prescription). Updated 17 January 2024
It is mainly used externally for inflammatory skin and joint conditions, where it is extremely effective. It should not be confused with true lavender. Lavender aspic EO contains camphor (particularly certain chemotypes from Portugal) and should therefore be used with caution. Updated 29 January 2024
Tropical Basil essential oil is an invaluable ally in the treatment of indigestion, upset stomach, aerophagia, nausea, hiccups, digestive spasms, bloating and liver congestion. It also combats motion sickness and is one of the EOs to take with you when travelling. It is particularly recommended for people with poor digestion or who eat too quickly. Its powerful antispasmodic action helps to relieve painful periods in women (dysmenorrhoea).
