Essential oils are the oils that are derived directly from plants by steam distillation. These are natural oils without any artificial compounds added to them.
There are different types of essential oils each having its own benefits. Some essential oils have healing and therapeutic properties and some essential oils simply radiate good essence while there are even some essential oils that are harmful and should not be used. Essential and aroma oils are mainly used to get rid of stress and mental fatigue. Aroma and essential oils impart a positive feeling and rejuvenate the body and the mind and are also helpful in the curing of certain medical ailments.
List of essential and aroma oils in India
- Mimosa
- Sandalwood
- Juniper leaf oil
- Cedar wood oil
- Eucalyptus oil
- Rose oil
- Thyme oil
- Holy Basil oil
- Lemon grass oil
- Primrose Oil
- Avocado Oil
- Macadamia
- Jojoba Oil
- Flaxseed oil
- Hibiscus oil
- Lavender
- Patchouli
- Ylang Ylang
List of harmful essential oils in India:
- Bitter almond
- Pennyroyal
- Rue
- Garlic
- Bitter almond
- Arnica
Benefits of essential and aroma oils
| Essential/Aroma oil |
Used to counteract |
Effect |
Medical Attributes |
| Patchouli |
Anxiety, indecision, lethargy, sluggishness, |
Restores and stimulates the brain |
NA |
| Lavender oils |
Stress, tension, mental exhaustion |
Provides relaxation and clarity to the brain |
Prevents flu, bacterial infections, headache, migraine |
| Ylang Ylang |
Stress and frustration |
Restores calm |
|
| Cedarwood |
Mental strain |
Aids focus and concentration |
Prevents bronchitis |
| Rosemary |
Loss of memory and strain |
Increases energy level |
Reduces headache and fatigue |
| Pine
| Lack of confidence |
Aids mental balance |
NA |
