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Essential
oils
Taken
from the
purest and most natural of resources, our
oils have been carefully extracted in such a way as to preserve their
unique
properties and enhance benefits to the users.
Nature’s
Essences oils are 100 % pure and natural
essential oils. Every batch passes, among other tests, a Gas Liquid
Chromatography (GLC) analysis to ensure that the
most irregular adulterant be found.
Our current selection includes over 40 oils and new additions are being made every two months. As our site is still under construction, you might want to visit us again as more information will be available on each of the oils.
LISTING FROM A TO F
Our current selection includes over 40 oils and new additions are being made every two months. As our site is still under construction, you might want to visit us again as more information will be available on each of the oils.
LISTING FROM A TO F
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Basil
(Ocimum basilicum)
Origin: Italy Extraction: Steam distillation of the leaf. Basil essential oil has a sweet, herbaceous, licorice-like, slightly campherous scent with a watery viscosity and a pale greenish-yellow color. Traditionally used as a tonic for the treatment of nervous disorders and stress related headaches, migraines and allergies; to clear the mind and relieve intellectual fatigue, while giving clarity and mental strength. It is said to have beneficial action on the respiratory tract and is often used for asthma, bronchitis and sinus infections. It assists in reducing nausea and vomiting. When used on the skin, it helps to control acne. In general it refreshes the skin and can also be used on insect bites. This oil has various bio chemical compounds that include linalool, methyl chavicol, eugenol and beta-caryophyllene. Blends well with eucalyptus, frankincense, geranium, tea tree, lavender, cypress, cedarwood, lemon, lime, rosemary and peppermint. Cautions: Use sparingly and dilute at 2% if used on the skin. High doses may be carcinogenic due to its methyl chavicol content. Avoid in cases of liver problems and during pregnancy. |
Basil 5 ml - S$ 16.00
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Bergamot
Calabrian (Citrus bergamia)
Origin: Italy Extraction: Steam distillation of the peel. Bergamot oil has a sweet & citrus like scent with spicy undertones. It should be viscous and have a color range of green to yellow. Bergamot oil is widely documented in old herbal texts. Some traditional uses: balancing nervous system, relieving anxiety and stress, lifting melancholy, for restful sleep, antiviral, cold sores, psoriasis, eczema and as an insect repellent. Its main chemicals components are: D Limonene, Bergaptene, Linalol, and Linalyl Acetate. Blends well with: Most essential oils. Caution: Bergamot may cause skin sensitivity to bright sunlight. Bergaptene is the constituent which increases the skin's sensitivity to sunlight. |
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Cedarwood
Atlas
(Cedarus atlantica) Origin: USA Extraction: Steam distillation of wood chips. The oil
has a sweet,
balsamic,woody aroma and a
viscous yellow to deep
amber color.
There are several varieties of cedar; the Atlas Cedar is
one of the most beneficial for aromatherapy. Cedarwood Atlas was
believed to have
been used extensively by the Egyptians in cosmetics, perfume and
medicine. Some
traditional uses: to relax tense muscles, calm emotions, help
breathing, for
enhancing meditation, easing pain, repelling insects, for hair loss.
Its main
chemical components are: Atlantone, caryophyllene, cedrol, cadinene.
Blends
well with: bergamot, cypress, ylang ylang, rosemary, juniper, vetiver,
neroli,
clary sage, and frankincense.
Caution: Cedarwood Atlas should be avoided during pregnancy. |
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Chamomile
German Blue
(Matricaria chamomilla) Origin: Hungary Extraction: Steam distillation of the flower-heads. The oil
is grown mainly
in Hungary and Eastern
Europe, no longer in Germany despite its name. It should be a
medium viscosity ink-blue oil. It has a strong, sweet and
warm-herbaceous
aroma. German Chamomile has many of the same properties as Roman
Chamomile.
But, with a much higher azulene (the cause for the blue) content its
anti-inflammatory actions are greater. Some traditional uses: to
relieve
muscular pain, to heal skin inflammations, acne and wounds, as a
sedative, to
ease anxiety and nervous tension, to help with sleeplessness. Its main
chemical
components are: Chamazulene, farnesene, bisabolol oxide. Blends
well with: bergamot, marjoram, jasmine, patchouli, neroli, lavender,
clary
sage, lemon, rose and ylang ylang.
Caution: German Chamomile should be avoided during early pregnancy and may cause skin reactions in some people. |
5 ml - S$ 32.00
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Chamomile
Roman
(Chamaemelum nobile) Origin: Europe Extraction: Steam distillation of the flower-heads. The oil
has a sweet and
fruity aroma (sometimes apple-like) and should be a watery pale blue to
yellow. Chamomile was a sacred herb of the Saxons. Some traditional
uses:
to relieve muscular pain, as a sedative, ease anxiety and nervous
tension, to
help with sleeplessness. Its main chemical components are: Esters of
angelic and
tiglic acids, pinene, chamazulene. Blends well with: bergamot,
cypress, jasmine, juniper, neroli, frankincense, clary sage, vetiver,
rosemary
and ylang ylang.
Caution: Roman Chamomile should be avoided during early pregnancy. |
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Cinnamon
Bark
(Cinnamomum zeylanicum) Origin: France Extraction: Steam distillation of the bark. You will
immediately
recognize the
particular scent of cinnamon, from the familiar cinnamon buns and other
pastries
! Its aroma is sweet-spicy,
herbaceous, peppery, somewhat resembling clove, slightly woody,
powerful and
exotic, warm.
Some
traditional uses: Cinnamon bark oil has broad-spectrum
antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, antiparasitic properties. It is
generally
tonic and an excellent insects repellent. Its main components are
cinnamaldehyde, eugenol, furfural, α-pinene. Blends well with
ylang ylang and
other floral notes, citrus oils, lavender, cedarwood, frankincense, and
in
oriental-type blends. |
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Citronella
Ceylon
(Cymbopogon nardus) Origin: Sri Lanka Extraction: Steam distillation of the grass. Citronella oil’s aroma is citrusy/green, slightly fruity and fresh. It is a thin clear oil. Traditional uses: well known for its insect repellent properties, citronella is also said to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory values and is recommended for rheumatism, arthritis and headaches. Main chemical components : Citronellal, borneol, geraniol, nerol, citronellol, methyleugenol and sesquicitronellene. Citronella oil blends well with bergamot, geranium, lemon, orange, lavender and pine. |
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Clary
Sage (Salvia sclarea) Origin: Bulgaria Extraction: Steam distillation of the leaves and flowers. Clary
sage oil has
a
spicy, hay-like
aroma and is
a vicous colorless or
pale yellow-green oil. It has been called
"clear eye" and was used for healing eye problems in times past. Some
traditional uses: relieving stress and tension, lifting melancholy,
easing
pain, restful sleep, as an aphrodisiac; contains estrogen-like hormone,
for
menopause and PMS, relieving nervous exhaustion. Its main chemical
components
are: Linalyl acetate, linalol, pinene, myrcene. Blends well with:
juniper, bergamot, lavender, frankincense, coriander,
cardamon, geranium, sandalwood, cedarwood, pine and jasmine.
Caution: Clary Sage should be avoided during pregnancy. |
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Clove
Bud (Syzygium aromaticum) Origin: India Extraction: Steam distillation of the buds. Clove
Bud oil has a
strong spicy,
fruity and floral aroma and is a clear brown in color. It is widely
known to
have a finer aroma then the oils derived from clove leaf or stem oils.
Some
traditional uses: Clove oil has powerful broad-spectrum antibacterial,
antiviral, antifungal, antiparasitic properties. It is a general
stimulant, an
efficient insects repellent and is used as local analgesic in
dentistry. Its
main components are eugenol 86% to 92%, methyleugenol, α et
β-caryophyllene and
α-methylfurfural. It blends well with lavender, vanilla,
clary
sage, bergamot,
ylang ylang, lemon, grapefruit, geranium, sandalwood, and rosemary. |
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Coriander
(Coriandrum sativum) Origin: South Africa Extraction: Steam distillation of the seeds. Coriander
oil has a
spicy, sweet and fragrant aroma and should be a clear to pale yellow
liquid. Coriander seeds were found in the Egyptian
tomb of Ramses II and are used widely in chinese medicine. Some
traditional
uses: relieving muscular aches and pains, increasing circulation, for
colds,
flu and rheumatism, for help with sleep and nervous exhaustion. Its
main
chemical components are: Linalol, decyl aldehyde, borneol,
geraniol. Blends well with: clary sage, ginger, bergamot,
cypress,
pine, jasmine, frankincense, neroli, citronella, and sandalwood.
No
known contraindications. |
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Cypress
French
(Cypressus sempervirens) Origin: France Extraction: Steam distillation of the needles and twigs. Cypress
oil has a spicy,
refreshing pine-needle aroma. Cypress incense is used today by Tibetans
for
purification. Some traditional uses: to increase circulation, relieve
muscular cramps, bronchitis, whooping cough and painful periods; reduce
nervous
tension and other stress related problems, as an immune stimulant.
Blends with: cedarwood, pine, lavender, clary sage,
lemon, cardamon, juniper, bergamot, orange, marjoram, and sandalwood.
Caution:
Avoid
cypress during pregnancy and in case of high blood pressure.
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Eucalyptus
Australiana (Eucalyptus radiata) Origin: Australia Extraction: Steam distillation of the leaves and twiglets. It is
distilled from
the leaves and should be clear and watery. Eucalyptus radiata oil has a
woody, camphorous odor with
mint undertones and should be clear and watery. The radiata type is
thought to be much gentler than the
globulus type. Some traditional uses: for colds, as a decongestant, to
relieve
asthma and fevers, skin ulcers, to ease aching joints and insect
bites, as an insects repellent.
Its main
chemical components are: 1, 8 cineol (60-70%), alpha-terpineol,
limonene,
alpha-pinene. Blends well with: rosemary, lavender, marjoram, pine,
cedarwood, and lemon.
Caution: Avoid during pregnancy. |
Eucalyptus Australiana
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Fennel
Sweet (Foeniculum vulgare dulce) |
New !
Fennel Sweet 10 ml - S$ 16.00
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Cautions: Our 3% dilution can be applied directly to the skin. |
New !
Frangipani absolute 3% in jojoba oil 5 ml - S$ 24.00
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Frankincense
(Boswellia carterii) Origin: Ethiopia Extraction: Steam distillation of the oleo-gum-resin of the tree. Frankincense
oil has
a spicy, balsamic aroma. This oil was known as one of the most precious
substances to ancient man and is associated with religious practice. It
can
grow without soil and is extremely valuable in the perfume industry.
Some
traditional uses: to calm, enhance meditation, elevate mind and spirit,
help
breathing, for psychic cleansing; for care of mature skin and scars.
Its main
chemical components are: Alpha pinene, beta pinene, olibanol, octyl
acetate. Blends well with: sandalwood,
pine, vetiver, geranium, lavender, neroli, orange, bergamot, and basil.
No known contraindications. |
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General safety information
- The remedies, approaches and techniques described herein are intended as an informational guide and are meant to supplement, and not to be a substitute for, medical care or treatment. They should not be used to treat serious ailments without prior consultation with a qualified healthcare professional. Essential oils are marvelous healing substances, but they are also highly concentrated and potentially hazardous if misused.
- Do not
use a product with a contraindication that applies to you.
- Do
not give essential oils to children under 10
without first consulting
a specialist. The administration of essential oils to young children
requires special
competency and adapted galenical forms.
- Act
with precaution if you are prone to allergies,
particularly during
applications to the skin. Test the essential oil on a small area of the
skin
first.
- Some
essential oils can cause irritation of the skin
and mucous
membranes. Use parsimoniously.
- Keep
essential oils out of reach of children.
- Always
have a vegetable oil (olive, sweet
almond…) to hand when you use
essential oils. Only a greasy substance can dissolve an essential oil.
- An
essential oil must never come into contact with the
eyes. If this
happens, rinse the eye immediately and abundantly with a vegetable oil
(olive,
sweet almond, sunflower…). If necessary, consult a
specialist.
- It
is not advised to ingest essential oils. If taken
internally, it
should be under the advice of a specialist. It would then be advisable
to
dilute them with an appropriate excipient.
- If in doubt, seek advice before using an essential oil.
Important
note