our essential oils and how they can work on the nervous system

vetiver

vetiver is relaxing and is beneficial for anyone experiencing stress as well as insomnia or depression | is recommended for physical mental and emotional burnout resulting from total exhaustion

sweet orange

the properties of sweet orange are said to overlap with those of neroli | considered to have a mildly sedative and antidepressant effect | recommended in the treatment of anxiety and nervousness and insomnia

true lavender (lavendula angustifolia)

lavender can exert a sedative or a stimulant action depending on ones needs | it will act as a sedative in conditions of mental and emotional agitation and unrest by calming the mind and alleviating fears | it is uplifting and revives the spirits for someone feeling emotionally depleted and depressed

mandarin

mandarin has a tonic effect on the digestive system helping to regulate metabolic processes | it can aid the secretion of bile and breaking down of fats and is beneficial for calming the intestines

damask rose (rosa damascena)

rose oil has been assigned to the heart and may be used as a sedative for the nerves | it is useful for the treatment of palpitations as well as irritability and insomnia | helps to release anger despair and frustration

virginian cedarwood (juniperus virginiana)

it has a sedative effect and may be used in conditions associated with anxiety and nervous tension

australian sandalwood (santalum spicatum)

anti inflammatory antiseptic antispasmodic astringent sedative tonic | an ancient and sacred substance

oregano

traditionally used as a stimulant as well as carminative | can be a diaphoretic and a nerve tonic | it is not recommended for use in persons with hypersensitive or damaged skin

bergamot

bergamot is recommended for those who are anxious or depressed | it is phototoxic on the skin and exposure to the sun after a massage should be avoided especially in the tropics

rosemary

it is well known for its stimulating effect on the central nervous system | it is reputed to be a brain stimulant and is used for poor concentration and nervous debility