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LavenderLavandula angustifoliaProduct Description•Origin : Bulgaria, FranceNote : Top to middle NotePart used : FlowerExtraction : Steam DistillationAroma : Floral sweet smooth aroma•The word lavender is derived from the Latin word lavera, “to wash”because the Romans used flowers in their baths. The ancient Greeks,Persians and Romans burnt lavender in rooms where people were sick.Today lavender is grown in many countries, each version having somewhatdifferent properties. The plant is harvested in mid-summer, left to dry for acouple of days to maximize the aroma, and then distilled.•Therapeutic uses and properties• Skin - Itching, Wounds, Infections, Cuts, Rashes.• Eczema, Psoriasis Sunburn, Burns, Acne, Pimples, Insect Bites.• Stress related Conditions - Insomnia, Anxiety, Panic, Headache.NeroliCitrus aurantiumProduct Description•Origin : EgyptNote : Top NotePart used : FlowerExtraction : Steam DistillationAroma : Very powerful yet lightand uplifting floral aroma•The name Neroli was given to the fragrance of orange blossom after itwas made fashionable in the 17th century by the princess of Nerola in Italy.Neroli blossom was traditionally used by dried to decorate their hair, as itwas associated with purity and marital fidelity. The essential oil from leaves,twigs and small unripe fruits is called Petitgrain.•Therapeutic uses and properties• Skin - Scar Tissue, Acne, Stretch Marks and Skin Regeneration.• Stress-related Conditions - Insomnia, Nervousness, Depression, TensionEmotional Exhaustion.Chamomile German/BlueMatricaria RecutitaProduct Description•Origin : EgyptNote : Middle notePart used : FlowersExtraction : Steam distillationAroma : Fruity herbal Aroma•Chamomile herb is dried before distillation and the blue colour is dueto Chamazulene being produced during the distillation process. The nameMatricaria comes from the Latin word "matrix" meaning "womb" becauseof the plant's widespread use by women for gynaecological conditions andduring childbirth. Chamomile German has feathery leaves and blue daisylikeflowers with yellow centres.•Therapeutic uses and properties• Skin conditions - sunburn, wounds, rashes, psoriasis, eczema, Acne,spots, chilblains.• Pain relief - arthritis, neuralgia, menstrual cramps and abdominal cramps.