Friday, January 21, 2011

Which oil to choose for massage?

• Arthritis and rheumatism – Benzoin, black pepper, cedarwood, chamomile, eucalyptus, ginger, marjoram, rosemary
• Asthma – Chamomile, cypress, eucalyptus, frankincense, lavender, peppermint, thyme
• Bronchitis, coughs, and catarrh – Cedarwood, eucalyptus, lavender, marjoram, peppermint, pine, rosemary, tea tree, thyme
• Circulation and toning – Black pepper, eucalyptus, ginger, rosemary
• Colic – Black pepper, chamomile, fennel, ginger, lavender, marjoram, peppermint
• Constipation – Black pepper, fennel, marjoram, orange
• Fluid retention – Angelica, cypress, fennel, grapefruit, juniper, rosemary
• Frigidity – Jasmine, neroli, patchouli, rose, rosewood, sandalwood, ylang-ylang
• Immune system – Eucalyptus, lavender, manuka, rosewood, tea tree
• Indigestion or flatulence – Aniseed, chamomile, fennel, lavender, orange, peppermint
• Muscular aches, pains, and stiffness – Black pepper, chamomile, eucalyptus, ginger, juniper, lavender, marjoram, rosemary
• Muscular cramps – Black pepper, cypress, lavender, marjoram, rosemary
• Pain relieving – Black pepper
• Slack tissue with poor tone – Black pepper, grapefruit, marjoram, rosemary
• Sprains and strains – Black pepper, chamomile, lavender, marjoram
• Stress, nervous tension, and similar problems – Cedarwood, chamomile, cypress, geranium, juniper, lavender, peppermint
• Toxin build-up – Angelica, fennel, grapefruit, juniper
• Urinary tract problems – Cedarwood, eucalyptus, lavender, pine

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