The Alcohol Family
-good as a cleansing agent
-provides antioxidants
-support a restful sleep
-support a healthy cardiovascular system
-gives an uplifting aroma
example: Linalool
Essential Oils:
Monoterpene Alcohols
Tea Tree
Geranium
Coriander
Basil
Jasmin
Lavender
Sesquiterpene Alcohols
Sandalwood
Vetiver
Cedarwood
Patchouli
The Phenol Family
-Subtype to alocohol
-might cause "skin irritation"
-offers antioxidants
-aid immune function
-provides cleansing benefits
example: Eugenol
Essential oils:
Monoterpene Phenols (HOT oils)
Thyme
Oregano
Clove
Cinnamon
Basil
The Aldehyde Family
-easily oxidized
-can irritate skin
-provides antioxidants
-supports gastrointestinal function
-support digestion
example: Cinnamaldehyde
Essential oils:
Monoterpene Aldehydes
Cassia
Cinnamon
Lemongrass
Melissa
Cilantro
Lemon
Mandarin
The Ketones Family
-Improves the appearance of the skin
-Support a healthy respiratory function
-aid in healthy digestion
example: carvone
Essential Oils:
Monoterpene Ketones
Spearmint
Peppermint
Geranium
Caraway
Sesquiterpene Ketones
Spikenard
The Alkane Family
-soothes skin
-promote relaxation
-it is balancing and grounding
example: tricosane
The Alkene Family
-can rejuvenate the skin
-promote uplifting environment
-provide antioxidant
-promote healthy inflammatory response
example: alpha-pinene
Essential oils:
Monoterpene Alkenes
Frankincese
Douglas Fir
Blue Tansy
Green Mandarin
Lemon
Lime
Pink Pepper
Red Mandarin
Tangerine
Wild Orange
Sesquiterpene Alkenes
Ylang Ylang
Black pepper
Copaiba
Melissa
Ginger
The Ether Family
-promotes to clear airways
-improves the appearance of the skin
-provides cleansing benefits
-support immune function
example: 1,8 Cineole (Eucalyptol)
Essential oils:
Monoterpene Ether
Cardamom
Eucalyptus
Rosemary
Tea Tree
Peppermint
Myrrh
Vetiver
The Ester Family
-calming, relaxing and balancing
-reduce skin blemishes
-soothing when applied
example: linalyl acetate
Essential Oils:
Monoterpene Esters
Lavender
Clary Sage
Bergamot
Jasmine
Roman Chamomile
Helichrysum
Aborvitae
Wintergreen
The Oxide Family
-provide antioxidant support
-promote a sense of clear breathing
-aid in respiratory function
-soothe sore muscles
example: rose oxide
Essential Oils:
Monoterpene Oxides
Eucalyptus
Rosemary
Sesquiterpene Oxides
Copaiba
Melissa
The Phenylpropene Family
-support healthy brain and cardiovascular function
-provides antioxidants
-aid digestion
example: estragole
Essential Oils:
Monoterpene Phenylpropene
Fennel
Myrtle
Anise
Star Anise
Basil
Hope you will have an idea now on how you will group your essential oils according to families. In this way, it will be easier to create a blend for a specific purpose. This is blending by chemical families.
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*This article is written with confidence by a Certified Essential Oil Specialist.
Disclaimer
Our Certified Essential Oil Specialist supports the suggestions above are safe given the quantities of the essential oils. DO NOT EXCEED dosage to what's been recommended above. As unique as we all are, some essential oils or blends might work for you, some may not work for others. Each will have a different experience. So please take note and experiment "safely" on what works for you.
Should you be seeking medical cure or treatment, please contact a doctor immediately and refer to their prescribed medications.
The use of essential oils whether aromatically, topically or internally is NEVER a cure to illnesses or diseases. It should not be intended for use in the mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease. It is just supplementary or complementary to orthodox medicines. And is dependent to the client's wishes to use the Holistic Approach in healing.
Any products or brands mentioned above have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
If unsure or in doubt about what essential oils to use, always consult or refer to a Certified Essential Oil Specialist here.
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