5 oils for winter wellness
By Kim Erickson,
Dec 1, 2004 12:00 PM
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Essential
Oil
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What It
Does
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Recommended
Use
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Precautions
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Bergamot
(Citrus bergamia)
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Soothes stress and
depression; increases appetite.
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Inhale or use in a massage
oil.
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Increases skin’s
sensitivity.
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Jasmine
(Jasminum officinale)
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Eases depression; relieves
fatigue; induces sleep.
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Inhale or add to
bathwater.
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May cause an allergic
reaction; do not use if pregnant.
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Lavender
(Lavandula officinalis)
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Helps with anxiety,
insomnia, headaches, and stress.
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Inhale or add to bathwater
or massage oil.
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None known.
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Vetiver
(Vetiveria zizanoides)
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Calms stress and boosts
energy.
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Blend with lavender or
ylang ylang for a rejuvenating bath.
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None known.
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Ylang ylang
(Cananga odorata)
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Increases sense of
well-being.
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Add to an herbal bath or
massage oil.
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Overuse may cause
headaches or nausea.
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