Katafray (Cedrelopsis grevei)

Katafray (Cedrelopsis grevei)

Anti-inflammatory and analgesic, Katafray EO is reputed to relieve muscle and joint pain, as well as headaches and sore throats. A skin decongestant and anti-histamine, it is also very useful in cases of skin inflammation such as eczema or psoriasis, or in cases of itching. It is also a tonic for fatigue and convalescence. Updated 16 January 2024

Khella (Ammi visnaga Lamarck.)

Khella (Ammi visnaga Lamarck.)

Khella (Ammi visnaga Lamarck.): It is an important essential oil for asthma and colic. However, it is highly photosensitising and allergenic through the skin, so care must be taken when using it. It is for medicinal use only. Updated 16 January 2024

Labrador tea (Ledum groenlandicum)

Labrador tea (Ledum groenlandicum)

Labrador Tea Essential Oil stimulates the liver, helps with winter blues, insomnia, nervousness and depression. Ideal for sensitive and mature skin. Updated 27 January 2024

Lavender (Lavandula officinalis/Lavandula angustifolia)

Lavender (Lavandula officinalis/Lavandula angustifolia)

A veritable panacea and undoubtedly the best known essential oil, it is particularly useful for relaxing the body and mind, relieving nervous tension and various spasms, promoting sleep and purifying the atmosphere. It is also an excellent regenerating and skin healing essential oil, highly effective in the treatment of many skin conditions. It is very well tolerated and can be used on babies and young children. Updated 17 January 2024

Lavender stoechas (Lavandula Stoechas L.)

Lavender stoechas (Lavandula Stoechas L.)

Stoechade Lavender essential oil, also known as Butterfly Lavender, should be used with caution due to its high ketone content. However, it is highly effective for chronic respiratory disorders (bronchitis, sinusitis...) and otitis, thanks to its anti-catarrhal and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also useful for difficult scars. Updated 29 January 2024

Lavender-cotton (Santolina chamaecyparissus)

Lavender-cotton (Santolina chamaecyparissus)

Lavender-cotton EO is particularly useful in cases of intestinal or cutaneous verminosis (roundworm). It also has antispasmodic properties, useful in cases of stomach cramps or dysmenorrhoea. It is also anti-catarrhal. Updated 29 January 2024

Lemon (Citrus limonum)

Lemon (Citrus limonum)

Very versatile and inexpensive, lemon essence has a place in your basic aromatherapy library. It is highly effective in all these areas: difficult digestion, liver congestion and atmospheric cleansing. It is anti-infective and energising. Be careful as it is photosensitising and dermocaustic. Updated 16 January 2024

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.)

Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis L.)

This oil is highly effective in the treatment of nervous disorders and also has sedative and hypotensive properties. It is also known for its antiviral and antispasmodic properties (promotes digestion and soothes cramps) and regulates gastric acidity. It also has an anti-inflammatory effect on muscle spasms. Its lemon-citronella fragrance is delicate and distinctive. Updated 29 January 2024

Lemon Beebrush (Aloysia citriodora)

Lemon Beebrush (Aloysia citriodora)

Lemon Beebrush (Aloysia citriodora) essential oil is an interesting antiseptic that can help overcome respiratory allergies, prevent asthma and clear the clutter... Botanical characteristics

Lemon mint (Mentha citrata)

Lemon mint (Mentha citrata)

Mentha citrata oil has many medicinal properties. It is an excellent antiseptic, antidepressant, antiviral, anti-inflammatory, antifungal and also aids digestion. For women going through menopause, it is best used as a perfume, especially for its cooling properties. Botanical characteristics

Lemon verbena (Lippia citriodora)

Lemon verbena (Lippia citriodora)

A very interesting essential oil for instant relaxation and letting go. Best used by olfaction. Be careful when applying to the skin. Updated 29 January 2024

Lemon-scented gum / Lemon eucalyptus ( Corymbia citriodora)

Lemon-scented gum / Lemon eucalyptus ( Corymbia citriodora)

Eucalyptus lemon essential oil is renowned for its ability to relieve joint pain, rheumatism, sciatica, tendonitis, etc. It quickly soothes inflamed areas thanks to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also anti-mosquito and relaxing. Updated 17 January 2024

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus)

Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus)

Lemongrass essential oil can be diffused to repel insects and to disinfect or deodorise the air. A good skin tonic, it is particularly useful for slimming cellulite and can be effective in treating stretch marks. Lemongrass also has anti-inflammatory and sympathetic balancing properties, which are very useful in cases of neurovegetative dystonia. Updated 17 January 2024