The Aromatherapy Benefits Of Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile And Cinnamon

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Bergamot (Citrus Bergamia). Bergamot has a very powerful uplifting effect as well as an additional refreshing action. Bergamot also has antiseptic properties and is often used as an effective treatment for mouth and skin infections as well as sore throats. Bergamot is also commonly used to help alleviate the symptoms of bronchitis, lower fever and alleviate indigestion. Bergamot is also used as the flavouring for earl grey tea and is slightly spicy citrus oil.

Bergamot blends very well with most essences and is often used as a top note in perfumes. Bergamot is often used in Colognes much like neroli and lavender and is also used in a variety of toiletries for its refreshing and relaxing properties. Bergamot can also be used in massage but concentrations above 1% can irritate the skin and should not be used in this way.

Cedarwood (Juniperus Virginiana). Cedarwood is commonly used for skin complaints such as acne, alopecia, eczema and dandruff. It is also commonly used to alleviate respiratory problems including bronchitis and catarrh. Less commonly known Cedarwood is also a great diuretic and used to help with urinary infections.

Cedarwood essential oil can be inhaled through steam, or used in massage with base oil. It has been known to increase sexual responsiveness particularly through the application of massage. Cedarwood blends particularly well with Cypress, Juniper and Rose essential oils.

Chamomile (or Camomile) (Anthemis Nobilis). Chamomile has both anti-inflammatory and sedative properties and has been historically used to help stop fits and fevers particularly in ancient Egypt. Chamomile is perfect for childhood ailments including earache and is noted for its gentle nature. Chamomile is also commonly used in shampoo for children or for fine blonde hair. Chamomile can also be used for allergies, anaemia, burns, dermatitis, diarrhoea, fever, indigestion, menstrual and menopausal symptoms, insomnia, toothache, ulcers and even rheumatism. Chamomile is the most widely used essential oil and many people enjoy chamomile tea or other household products as part of their daily life.

Only certain Chamomile species are used in herbal teas but the Chamomile essential oil is used in all manner of applications including body lotions, bath products, hair products and particularly products designed for children mainly because of its gentle, hypoallergenic properties.

Cinnamon (Cinnamomum Zeylanicum). Cinnamon is great for alleviating fatigue and depression symptoms as well as a great tonic for the respiratory and digestive system. It has a hot, spicy taste which makes it even more perfect as a treatment for coughs and colds as well as a suitable herb for stomach ache and diarrhoea. Interestingly enough, Cinnamon is also an aphrodisiac so can be used to help treat impotence.

Cinnamon essential oil can be used in aromatherapy by inhalation or massage. Burn Cinnamon to prevent the spread of flu, or use as a supplement to a pot pourri. Cinnamon can also be used to treat muscle spasms either by massage or use in a compress. Modern society today popularly uses cinnamon as an additional spice for many hot drinks including mulled wine or as a topping to Cappuccinos.



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