Callouses: Carrot, oregano (callouses on feet), peppermint, Roman chamomile.
Calming: Bergamot, cedarwood, Clary sage (aromatic), jasmine, lavender, Melaleuca ericifolia, myrrh, onycha (benzoin), tangerine, Western red cedar, ylang ylang.
Cancer: See CHEMICALS, RADIATION. Clove, frankincense (diffuse), rose, sage, tarragon (anti-cancerous). Since it is very important to maintain a positive attitude while healing, it may be helpful to use essential oils to address the emotions (see EMOTIONS).
Candida: See ACIDOSIS, ALKALINE, BLOOD, DIET, FOOD, THYROID, pH BALANCE. Cinnamon bark, clove, eucalyptus, melaleuca, Melaleuca quinquenervia, Mountain savory, oregano, palmarosa (skin), peppermint (aromatic), rosemary, rosewood, spearmint, spruce, tarragon (prevents fermentation). Rub on stomach area and feet or over abdomen with a hot compress.
Cankers: See ACIDOSIS. Chamomile (both German and Roman), hyssop, laurel, melaleuca, myrrh, oregano.
Capillaries (broken): Cypress, geranium, hyssop, lime (soothes), Roman chamomile. Blend: Apply 1 drop lavender and 1 drop Roman chamomile.
Carbuncles: Melaleuca.
Cardiotonic: See HEART.
Cardiovascular System: See HEART. Anise, clove, cypress, fleabane (dilates), goldenrod, helichrysum, marjoram, onycha (benzoin), rosemary, tsuga 9opens and dilates for better oxygen exchange), ylang ylang.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Basil, cypress, eucalyptus, lavender, lemongrass, marjoram, oregano. Apply oils on location and either use massage or Vita Flex to work them in. First start with basil and marjoram on the shoulder to help release any energy blockages. Then lemongrass on wrist and oregano on the rotator cup in the shoulder. next apply marjoram and cypress on the wrist and then cypress on the neck and down to the shoulder. Lastly, apply peppermint from the shoulder down the arm to the wrist then out to the tips of each finger.
Cataracts: See EYES.
Catarrh (mucus): See ANTI-CATARRHAL. Cajeput, cistus, dill, ginger, hyssop (opens respiratory system to discharge mucus), jasmine, myrrh, onycha (benzoin).
Cavities: See TEETH.
Celibacy (vow not to marry): Marjoram (aromatic).
Cells: All Essential Oils restore cells to original state.
Cellulite: See WEIGHT. Basil, cedarwood, cumin, cypress, fennel, geranium, grapefruit, juniper, lavender, lemon, lime, orange, oregano, patchouly, tangerine (dissolves), thyme.
Chakras (Energy Centers): Lavender (bring harmony to chakras), rosemary (opens chakras), sandalwood (affects each chakra differently).
Change (Personal): See EMOTIONS.
Charlie Horse: See MUSCLE SPASMS. Basil.
Cheeks: Jasmine
Chelation: Cardamom, helichrysum (powerful chelator and anti-coagulant). Drink lots of distilled water (64 oz. or more per day).
Chemicals: See METALS. Helichrysum.
Chicken Pox: See Childhood Diseases.
Chiggers: See Insect. Lavender.
Child Birth: See PREGNANCY.
Childhood Diseases:
- Chicken Pox: Sleep is very good. Bergamot, eucalyptus, lavender, melaleuc (Tea Tree), Roman chamomile.
- Measles: Eucalyptus, German chamomile, lavender, melaleuca. Spray or vaporize in the room.
- Mumps: Lavender, lemon, melaleuca.
- Whooping Cough: Basil, cinnamon bark (diffuse or dilute well; avoid for children), Clary sage, cypress, grapefruit, hyssop, lavender, oregano, thyme.
Chills: Ginger, onycha (benzoin). Apply on bottom of feet and on solar plexus.
Cholera: Clove, ravensara, rosemary.
Cholesterol: Clary sage, helichrysum (regulates). Apply on Vita Flex points, over heart and along arms.
Chorea: See SAINT VITUS DANCE.
Chronic Fatigue: See ACIDOSIS, HORMONAL IMBALANCE. Basil, lavender, lemongrass, peppermint, rosemary (Note: basil and peppermint are a good combination together).
Circulation: Basil, birch, cinnamon bark, Clary sage, cumin, cypress, geranium, helichrysum, hyssop, nutmeg, onycha (benzoin), oregano, peppermint, rosemary, thyme, wintergreen. Use in a bath, massage, or a compress.
Circulatory System: See also CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM. Clary sage, cypress, helichrysum.
Cirrhosis: See LIVER.
Clarity of Thoughts: Rosemary.
Cleansing: Fennel, hyssop, juniper, melaleuca (aromatic).
Clothes: Canadian Red cedar. This oil will leave a stain so place a few drops on a cotton ball and put it in a plastic sack. Leave the sack open so the odor of the oil can do its work without staining any clothes. Place the bag in a closet or storage box.
Cockroaches: Blend: Combine 10 drops peppermint & 5 drops cypress in 1/2 cup of water and spray.
Colds: Angelica, basil, cajeput, eucalyptus (in hot water, breathe deep), fir (aches/pains), ginger, Idaho tansy, lavender, ledum, lemon, melaleuca, myrtle, onycha (benzoin), orange, oregano, peppermint (relieves nasal congestion), pine, ravensara, rosemary, thyme.
Cold Sores: See HERPES SIMPLEX. Bergamot, Blue cypress, geranium, lavender, lemon, melaleuca (Tea Tree), Roman Chamomile.
Colic: See BABIES. Angelica, bergamot, cardamom, carrot with fennel, coriander, cumin, dill, ginger, marjoram, melissa, Mountain savory, orange, pepper, peppermint, Roman chamomile, spearmint.
Colitis: Anise, calamus (viral), clove (bacterial), helichrysum (viral), tarragon, thyme (when there is infection).
Colon: See COLITIS and DIVERTICULITIS. Calamus may help reduce inflammation.
Coma: Black pepper, cypress, frankincense, peppermint, sandalwood. Massage on brain stem, mastoids (behind ears), temples, and bottom of feet.
Compassion: Helichrysum.
Complexion: See Skin. Apply oils to face, neck and intestines. Dull—Jasmine, orange. Oily—Bergamot, orange.
Concentration (Poor): Basil, cedarwood, cypress, eucalyptus, juniper, lavender, lemon, myrrh, orange, peppermint, rosemary, sandalwood, ylang ylang.
Concussion: Cypress. Rub on brain stem and bottom of feet.
Confidence: Jasmine, sandalwood.
Confusion: Basil, cedarwood, cypress, fir, frankincense, geranium, ginger, jasmine, juniper, marjoram, peppermint, rose, rosemary, rosewood, sandalwood, spruce, thyme, ylang ylang.
Congestion: Cedarwood, coriander, cypress, Eucalyptus radiata, fennel, ginger, myrtle (excellent for children), rosemary. To help discharge mucus, rub oil(s) on chest, neck, back, feet, and diffuse.
Conjunctivitis: Eucalyptus radiata, jasmine, Mixta chamomile
Consciousness: Lavender. Diffusing this oil is a great way to affect consciousness.
Constipation: See ACIDOSIS. Anise, Black pepper, fennel, ginger, juniper, marjoram, orange, patchouly, rose, rosemary, sandalwood, tangerine, tarragon. Massage clockwise around abdomen and on Vita Flex points (feet & shins).
Contagious Diseases: Ginger.
Control: Cedarwood (of your life), Roman chamomile (self).
Convulsions: See SEIZURE. Clary sage, lavender, neroli, Roman chamomile.
Cooling Oils: Angelica, Citrus oils, eucalyptus, lavender, melaleuca, Mountain savory, peppermint, Roman chamomile, spruce. Other oils that are high in aldehydes and esters can produce a cooling effect.
Corns: See WARTS. Carrot, clove, grapefruit, lemon, myrrh, peppermint, Roman chamomile, tangerine. Apply 1 drop of oil directly on corn.
Cortisone: Birch, lavender, Roman chamomile, spruce (is like cortisone), wintergreen.
Coughs: Angelica, cajeput, cardamom, cedarwood, elemi (unproductive), eucalyptus, fir, frankincense, ginger, jasmine, juniper, melaleuca, myrtle (helps remove mucus from lungs), myrrh, onycha (benzoin), peppermint, pine, myrrh, ravensara, Roman Chamomile, sandalwood, thyme.
Courage: Clove (aromatic), fennel (aromatic), ginger.
Cradle Cap: See BABIES.
Cramps: See DIGESTIVE SYSTEM, HORMONAL IMBALANCE, MENSTRUATION, MUSCLES, PMS. Basil, birch, blue cypress (abdominal), Clary sage, cypress, galbanum, ginger, lavender, rosemary, marjoram, wintergreen.
Crohn's Disease: Basil, calamus, peppermint.
Cushing's Disease: See ADRENAL GLANDS. Basil, lemon.
Cuts: See TISSUE. Cypress, elemi (infected), helichrysum, lavender, melaleuca, onycha (benzoin), pine, ravensara, Roman chamomile (healing), rosewood.
Cystic Fibrosis: Lavender, myrtle, roman chamomile. Alternate oils. Apply to brain stem (back of neck), temples, chest, bottom of feet, and diffuse.
Cystitis (Bladder Infection): Basil, bergamot, cajeput, cedarwood, cinnamon bark, clove, eucalyptus, fennel, frankincense, German chamomile, hyssop, juniper, lavender, marjoram, oregano, pine, sage, sandalwood, spearmint, rosewood, thyme. Massage or bathe with one of these oils.
Dandruff: Cedarwood, lavender, melaleuca (Tea Tree), patchouly, rosemary, sage, valerian.
Day Dreaming: Cedarwood, eucalyptus, ginger, helichrysum, lavender, lemon, myrrh, peppermint, rose, rosemary, rosewood, sandalwood, spruce, thyme, ylang ylang.
Death (of Loved One): See EMOTIONS:LOSS.
Debility: Cardamom, cumin (nervous), nutmeg.
Decongestant: Any of the citrus oils, cypress, German chamomile, juniper, melaleuca, patchouly.
Defeated: See EMOTIONS.
Degenerative Disease: See pH BALANCE. Frankincense, lavender, lemon, orange, and tangerine are excellent to diffuse in the room. Not only do these oils purify the air, but they help deliver needed oxygen to the starving cells. All other essential oils and supplements are beneficial for providing oxygen and nutrients to the cells of the body. See specific ailment.
Delivery: See PREGNANCY.
Dental Infection: Clove and frankincense, helichrysum, melaleuca, myrrh. Apply to jaws and gums.
Deodorant: Bergamot, citronella, cypress, eucalyptus, geranium, lavender, melaleuca, myrtle. Apply oils neat to the skin or dilute with some massage or vegetable oil for application under the arms. Also, 2-3 drops of an oil can be added to 4 oz. of unscented talcum powder and 2 oz. of baking soda. Mix this well and apply under the arms, on the feet, or on other areas of the body.
Deodorizing: Clary sage, myrrh, myrtle, peppermint, sage, thyme.
Depletion: Cypress.
Depression: See DIET. Basil, bergamot (aromatic) calamus, Clary sage, frankincense, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, jasmine, juniper (over heart), lavender (aromatic), neroli, onycha (benzoin), patchouly, pepper (on crown for spirit protection), ravensara (lifts emotions), Roman chamomile, rosemary (nervous), rosewood, sage (relieves depression), sandalwood, tangerine, ylang ylang.
Dermatitis: Bergamot, chamomile (Roman and German), geranium, helichrysum, hyssop, juniper, lavender, Melaleuca ericifolia, onycha (benzoin), patchouly, pine, thyme.
Despair: Cedarwood, Clary sage, fir, frankincense, geranium, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, orange, peppermint, rosemary, sandalwood, spearmint, spruce, thyme, ylang ylang.
Despondency: Bergamot, Clary sage, cypress, geranium, ginger, orange, rose, rosewood, sandalwood, and ylang ylang.
Detoxification: Helichrysum, juniper (detoxifier). Apply oils to liver area, intestines, and Vita Flex points on feet.
Diabetes: Coriander (normalizes glucose levels), cypress, dill (helps lower glucose levels by normalizing insulin levels and supporting pancreas function), eucalyptus, fennel, geranium, ginger, hyssop, juniper, lavender, pine, rosemary, ylang ylang. Apply on back, chest feet, and over pancreas. Diffuse. Blend: 8 drops clove, 8 drops cinnamon bark, 15 drops rosemary, 10 drops thyme and 2 oz. vegetable oil. Put on feet and over pancreas. Blend: 5 drops cinnamon bark and 5 drops cypress. Rub on feet and pancreas.
Diaper Rash: Lavender.
Diarrhea: See ACIDOSIS. Cardamom, cistus, cumin, geranium, ginger, melaleuca, myrrh, myrtle, peppermint, sandalwood (obstinate), spearmint (not for babies).
Diet: See BLOOD, FASTING, FOOD, and CLEANSING. Diet is extremely important when trying to correct cancer, hypoglycemia, candida, etc. First, cleanse the body, drink a lot of distilled water, stay away from sugars and meats, eat vegetable protein in the mornings, carbohydrates and starches for lunch, and fruit in the evening. Hydrochloric acid and pepsin are secreted in the morning to help digest protein. Blend (for post-diet saggy skin): Combine 8 drops sage, 8 drops pine, 8 drops lemongrass, and 1 oz. vegetable oil. Rub on areas.
Digestive System: See also INTESTINAL PROBLEMS. Anise (accelerates), basil, bergamot, black pepper, cardamom (nervous), cinnamon bark, Clary sage (weak), clove, coriander (spasms), cumin (spasms and indigestion), fennel (sluggish), ginger, grapefruit, juniper, laurel, lemon (indigestion), lemongrass (purifier), mandarin (tonic), marjoram (stimulates), myrrh, myrtle, neroli, nutmeg (for sluggish digestion; eases), orange (indigestion), patchouly (stimulant), peppermint, rosemary, sage (sluggish), spearmint, tangerine (nervous and sluggish), tarragon (nervous and sluggish). Add the oil(s) to your food, rub on stomach, or apply as a compress over abdomen.
Diphtheria: Frankincense, goldenrod.
Disappointment: Clary sage, eucalyptus, fir, frankincense, geranium, ginger, juniper, lavender, orange, spruce, thyme, ylang ylang.
Discouragement: Bergamot, cedarwood, frankincense, geranium, juniper, lavender, lemon, orange, rosewood, sandalwood, spruce.
Disinfectant: Grapefruit, lemon, sage.
Diuretic: Cardamom, cedarwood, cypress, fennel, grapefruit (all citrus oils), juniper, lavender, lemon, lemongrass, marjoram, mugwort, onycha (benzoin), orange, oregano, rosemary, sage, tangerine, valerian. Apply oil(s) to kidney area on back, bottom of feet and on location.
Diverticulitis: Rub abdomen with cinnamon bark and vegetable oil. Anise or lavender may also help. Calamus may help with earlier stages of diverticulitis.
Dizziness: Tangerine.
DNA: Chamomile strengthens positive imprinting in DNA.
Drowning in Own Negativity: Grapefruit (prevent, use aromatically).
Drugs: See ADDICTIONS.
Dysentery: Black pepper, cajeput, cistus, clove (amoebic), cypress, eucalyptus, lemon, melissa, myrrh, Roman chamomile. Apply on abdomen and bottom of feet.
Dyspepsia (Impaired Digestion): Cardamom, coriander, cumin, tarragon, goldenrod, grapefruit, laurel, myrrh, orange (nervous), thyme. Apply to stomach, intestines, and Vita Flex points on feet.
