Lavender overall first aid oil; antiviral and antibacterial, boosts immunity, antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic

Chamomile anti-inflammatory, antiallergenic, digestive, relaxant, antidepressant

Marjoram antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic

Rosemary stimulating to circulation, relieves pain, decongestant, improves circulation

Tea tree antifungal, anti-yeast, antibacterial

Cypress astringent, stimulating to circulation, antiseptic

Peppermint digestive, clears sinuses, antiseptic, decongestant, stimulant

Eucalyptus decongestant, antiviral, antibacterial, stimulant

Bergamot antidepressant, antiparasitic, anti-inflammatory

Geranium balancing to mind and body, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory

—(Excerpted from Aromatherapy: A Complete Guide to the Healing Art)

Published in Dawn, Sunday Magazine, September 21st, 2014