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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.LemonCitrus limonroduct Description•Origin : ItalyNote : Top NotePart used : PeelsExtraction : Cold PressedAroma : Intense tangy aroma•A small evergreen tree with glossy leaves, highly fragrant whiteflowers and yellow fruit, the lemon tree produces fruit all year, so fruits areharvest when ripe, all year round. In cold expression, the lemon is pressedto release the essential oil, and then centrifugation separates any water fromthe essential oil. The essential oil contains vitamins and minerals, and thejuice is a source of citric acid.•Therapeutic uses and properties• Cellulite, Bronchial Conditions, Balancing Skin Tone.• Varicose Veins, Haemorrhoids, Skin Infections.• Depression, Nervous Tension, Inability to Concentrate.BasilOcimun sanctumProduct Description•Origin : IndiaNote : Top to middlePart used : Leaves and topsExtraction : Steam DistillationAroma : Fresh herbaceous aroma•Renowned as holy basil or tulsi, basil is originated in north India andis now widespread throughout southern Asia. It is used in Ayurvedamedicines. Basil is so valued that it has the moniker "the elixir of life". TheShrub grows up to 2ft with green or purple aromatic leaves and smallpurple flowers.•Therapeutic uses and properties • Muscular spasm, contractions (menstrual cramps and intestinal spasm).• Respiratory conditions.• Headache, migraine, mental and physical fatigue.VetiverChrysopogon zizanioidesProduct Description•Origin : IndiaNote : Base NotePart used : RootExtraction : Steam DistillationAroma : Sweet, Woody, Caramel,Smoky Aroma•Perennial grass with stiff, thin leaves growing up to 5 ft high, withfragrant roots that can grow over 8 ft in length. Harvesting takes place everyyear and a half. First, the grass is cut low to the ground- this will be woveninto floor mats, screen and fans that deter insect. Then the roots are dug up,washed, and dried in the shade before distillation. The roots are extremelynumerous and the plant is very hardy and useful in preserving soil erosion.•Therapeutic uses and properties• Stress-induced Conditions.• Nervous Tension, Irritability.• Depression, Muscular Spasm and Pain.• Aphrodisiac.