Essential Oils

Amyris or West Indian Sandalwood essential naturally occurs in the wood of the West Indian Sandalwood tree, the Amyris Balsamifera.

The oil is recovered through the physical separation process of partial pressure steam distillation. No additives, solvents or chemicals are used at any point of the recovery process. 

Amyris essential oil is mainly used as a substitute for the more expensive Sandalwood Mysore (Santalum Album) as an ingredient in such things as soaps, creams, lotions or for burning, as the aroma is very similar. Amyris has often been referred to as poor man's sandalwood. 

Amyris is commonly used diluted as a wound cleanser as it is claimed that it possesses natural antiseptic qualities and has some expectorant qualities when inhaled in steam. It is also historically reported to have some aphrodisiac qualities and is used in massage blends or oil burners especially for meditation or prayer. 

Aroma: exotic and woody. Note: avoid use during pregnancy and if you suffer from diabetes. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Amyris Pure Essential Oil (Amyris balsamifera).    

Aniseed essential oil was a highly prized commodity in ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome. The Greeks used the seeds for the treatment of coughs, colds and even bad dreams. The popular Turksih alcoholic drink, Raki, is made from the seeds. In Tibetan medicine a blend of aniseed and nutmeg oil was used in a lotion for anxiety, depression and other neurotic systems.

Aniseed essential oil can be used as a room freshener, to help clear tense and nervous headaches or added to the bath to ease tension and aching muscles. Use in a burner or vaporiser for asthma, colds or sinus problems, as well as for quelling nausea and vomiting. 

A few drops on a tissue to inhale is said to ease headaches, digestive problems, nausea and vertigo. Aniseed's therapeutic properties are as an expectorant, stimulant, laxative, carminative and antispasmodic. 

Top Tip: try using on fishing bait! Aroma: strong and sweet, liquorice-like. Note: avoid in allergic skin conditions or on problem skin. Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Aniseed Essential Oil (Pimpinella Anisum).  

Basil essential oil is renowned as an excellent aromatic stimulant, clearing the head and bringing strength and clarity to the mind; also, a wonderful toning refresher for the skin, restorative for the nerves, aids concentration, prevents vomiting and soothes itching or alternatively works efficiently as an insect repellent.

Basil essential oil is said to have a beneficial action on the respiratory tract and is often used for asthma, bronchitis and sinus infections. A good tonic for the treatment of nervous disorders and stress related headaches, migraines etc.

Top Tip: keep some in the car and if you're tired use a few drops on a tissue or on a hanging air freshener. Use in an oil burner when studying, revising or working.

Basil's therapeutic properties are antidepressant, antispasmodic, carminative, diaphoretic, digestive, expectorant, febrifuge, insecticide, stomachic, tonic and stimulant.

Aroma: clear, sweet, slightly peppery. Note: do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. Can irritate sensitive skin.© Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Basil Essential Oil (Ocimum basilicum).   

Bay is known as a calming and warming essential oil and is used in remedies for rheumatism, muscular pain, circulation problems and general aches and pains.

Use neat in a burner or a few drops in the bath after a stressful day to calm the emotions or to soothe aching muscles.

Bay essential oil is also well used in hair treatments such as dandruff, greasy scalp and hair loss.

The therapeutic properties of bay include antiseptic, antibiotic, analgesic, anti-neuralgic, antispasmodic, astringent, insecticide and sedative.

Aroma: medicinal, fruity, spicy and herbaceous. Note: do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. Can irritate sensitive skin. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Bay Essential Oil (Laurus Nobilis).  

Benzoin is a warm energy-giving essential oil that relieves tension and is used in many creams and balms as a natural preservative. Benzoin is also commonly used in creams and massage oils for dry hands, chapped skin, poor circulation or tired stiff muscles.

A few drops can be added directly to a bath or used in an oil burner and it is thought that it eases general aches and pains, arthritis and rheumatism and chronic bronchitis or coughing as well as being uplifting for the mind, making it a great oil to use if you're down or feeling low.

Benzoin's therapeutic properties include antiseptic, anti-depressant, astringent, anti-inflammatory, carminative, and sedative.

Aroma: sweet smelling with a hint of vanilla. Note: a very relaxing oil; do not use if concentration is needed.© Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Basil Essential Oil (Ocimum basilicum).   

Bergamot essential oil has an uplifting aroma, is excellent for easing breathing difficulties, as an antiseptic for wounds and to relieve abscesses, mouth infections and herpes.

Used to stabilise the emotions and as an energising oil, bergamot is uplifting and balancing, helping to alleviate anxiety, depression, fear or listlessness and encouraging a restful night's sleep.

In creams or massage oils Bergamot essential oil is widely used for oily skin as well as to reduce acne and eczema.

Use in a vaporiser to disperse unwanted odours bergamot also makes a wonderful room spray in times of illness or depression; cleansing, deodorising, and keeping insects away.

Bergamot's therapeutic properties include analgesic, antidepressant, antiseptic, antibiotic, anti-spasmodic, stomachic, calmative, and vulnerary.

Aroma: fresh, floral, citrus. Note: bergamot is a photo sensitizer (increases the skin's reaction to sunlight making it more likely to burn) so it should not be used when exposed to sunlight or tanning beds. Avoid during pregnancy. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – (Citrus bergamia).  

Black pepper is one of the very oldest and highly revered spices, used in India for over 4,000 years, mainly for urinary and liver disorders. The root word comes from the Sanskrit word 'pippali', changed to the Latin 'piper'. The Romans paid their taxes with this spice rather than coins. It was used extensively in Greece to combat fevers.

In Medieval England black pepper was used in charms and amulets for protection, most likely because it was used as an antidote to poisons and to stop the spread of infections.

Black pepper essential oil is obtained from dried peppercorns and is a lovely warm stimulating oil wonderful for massage oils.

It is known for treating poor circulation, sluggish digestion and constipation or can be used neat in a warm bath to ease aching limbs, coughs and colds and muscle cramps.

Black pepper's therapeutic properties include analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antitoxic, aphrodisiac, digestive, diuretic and laxative.

Aroma: a nice spicy scent. Note: use in low concentrates, a strong oil and excessive use may over-stimulate kidneys. Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding. Can irritate sensitive skin. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Black Pepper Essential Oil (Piper nigrum).  

Cajeput (or cajuput) essential oil is believed to offer some relief against stomach troubles and skin diseases, it is held in high regard in the East being used locally for various ailments such as headaches, colds, rheumatism, and various skin diseases.

The name comes from the Malaysian word 'kayu-puti' which when translated means 'white wood'. Cajeput can be found in blends for acne or psoriasis and can help cool the body but is a wonderful oil to use in a burner and has been known to and may offer help with coughs, colds, sinus problems, asthma and other breathing difficulties.
Cajeput's therapeutic properties include analgesic, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, decongestant, expectorant, insecticide, carminative, and stimulant.

Aroma: medicinal yet sweet. Note: can irritate sensitive skin. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Cajeput Essential Oil (Melaleuca leucodendron).
 

Camphor essential oil is extracted from the camphor tree that is native to Formosa (Taiwan), China and Japan. To produce the camphor that is found in every part of the tree it must be at least 50 years old. The durable and aromatic properties of camphor wood inspired the Chinese to build ships and temples.

Camphor is said to be a balancing essential oil which can sedate the nerves and uplift apathy. It is a warming oil that can help with coughs, flu, bronchitis and feeling the cold. It's also used with great effect to repel insects such as flies and moths.

The therapeutic properties of camphor include antidepressant, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, carminative, diuretic, hypertensive, insecticide, laxative, and stimulant.

Aroma: clear, clean and fresh. Note: camphor oil is a powerful oil and should be used with great care if used in blends for the skin. Do not use if pregnant, suffering from epilepsy or asthma.

This oil can be toxic, it should not really be used in aromatherapy massage but is well known in vapour therapy. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Camphor Essential Oil (Cinnamomum camphora).  

Cardamom essential oil is well known for its use in sensual or aphrodisiac blends including massages, bath oils or for room fragrancing.

It is also renowned for easing nausea, digestive problems, wind and heartburn. It can be used as a bath oil and is especially good in winter for colds and chills or massaged into the stomach and upper body when blended with a carrier oil.

The therapeutic properties of cardamom oil include antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, cephalic, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, stimulant, stomachic and tonic.

Aroma: cardamom is a warm, aromatic herb having a distinctively strong aroma that is sweet, spicy and almost balsamic in fragrance with uplifting and invigorating properties. Note: cardamom essential oil has a strong aroma and should be used in moderation. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Cardamom Essential Oil (Elettaria cardamomum).  

The name is derived from the Greek 'Carotos' and had great medicinal value in ancient times, especially for its carminative properties.

Carrot essential oil is known as excellent therapy for easing dermatitis and other skin problems. It is revitalising and toning for mature complexions and wrinkles and good for the digestive system. Used in the bath or a burner it is good for P.M.T.

Carrot seed oil has a detoxifying effect on the liver and cleans the digestive system and the body as a whole. It is said to be helpful for arthritis, gout, rheumatism and the accumulation of toxins in muscles and joints and carrot has always been associated with good eyesight.

The therapeutic properties of carrot seed oil include antiseptic, carminative, diuretic, and stimulant.

Aroma: musky, earthy, fruity and sweet. Note: avoid during pregnancy or when breastfeeding. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Carrot Seed Essential Oil (Daucus sativa).  

Cedarwood essential oil is soothing and harmonising; it is one of the oldest aromatics known, used by Egyptians and valued with a very long history, cedarwood is used in the treatment of oily or itchy skin and for acne and scalp problems.

It may also be helpful for easing cystitis and other urinary problems. Blend with citronella for a powerful insect repellent.

The therapeutic properties of cedarwood oil include antiseptic, antispasmodic, tonic, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, insecticide, sedative and fungicide.

Aroma: long lasting woody scent. Note: do not use if pregnant. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Cedarwood Essential Oil (Cedrus virginiana).  

Celery essential oil comes from the same family as carrot, parsley and fennel etc. The oil is produced by steam distillation of the seeds and is used primarily for flavouring of foods and trace amounts are also used in fine perfumes.

Celery essential oil is also a traditional remedy for a nervous stomach. Prior to the Middle Ages, a wild form of celery referred to as selinon, or smallage, was used as a diuretic and a carminative which is a treatment to reduce intestinal gas.

A study has shown that celery is also mildly tranquillizing and may be helpful in relieving arthritic pain, whilst other research suggests that celery seed contains other compounds that stop the carcinogenic effect of environmental toxins in the liver.

Can be used directly in the bath (4 - 6 drops) or in an oil burner. Therapeutic properties: anti rheumatic, antiseptic (urinary), antispasmodic, aperitif, depurative, digestive diuretic, sedative (nervous), stimulant (uterine), stomachic, tonic (digestive).

Aroma: a long-lasting, spicy, warm aroma. Note: it is advisable to keep out of the sun if this oil is used on the skin. Do not use when pregnant. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Celery Seed Essential Oil (Apium graveolens).  

German chamomile (also known as blue chamomile) is a pure organic essential oil which has a cooling and enveloping influence that soothes and relieves. It is one of the most potent anti-inflammatory essential oils.

The harmonising and cooling effects of German chamomile make it a first-choice oil in blends to offer relief from nervous tensions, migraine, tension headaches, sleeplessness and all kinds of stress related disturbances as well as P.M.T.

It is especially useful for children's conditions as it is claimed to be calming without being a depressant.

The therapeutic properties of German chamomile oil include analgesic, anti-allergenic, anti-spasmodic, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, bactericidal, carminative, digestive, sedative, stomachic, and vulnerary.

Aroma: German chamomile has a strong, sweetish warm herbaceous aroma. Note: avoid during pregnancy. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Chamomile German (Blue) Essential Oil (Chamomilla recutita).  

Roman chamomile essential oil can be used with great effect on children and is found in some baby massage oils. It is also ideal for irritable, impatient, teething or colicky children.

It is renowned to relieve the symptoms of P.M.T and for easing throat infections whilst also appearing in many remedies for allergies, hay fever and asthma.

In massage oils, creams or directly in the bath Roman chamomile is great for the skin, calming acne, eczema and dry skin while soothing itchy or irritable skin.

The therapeutic properties of Roman chamomile oil include analgesic, anti-spasmodic, antiseptic, antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, anti-depressant, anti-neuralgic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, carminative, sedative, digestive, tonic, stomachic and vulnerary.

Aroma: sweet and herbaceous. Note: avoid during pregnancy. If using on children always ensure the correct dilution is used and consult a professional adviser or doctor if unsure. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Chamomile Roman Essential Oil (Anthemis nobilis).  

Cinnamon is a warming essential oil used for all colds, flu and fevers. It is also thought to help with digestion problems, poor circulation and breathing problems as well as being a powerful antiseptic.

In an oil burner cinnamon essential oil is reputed to be very uplifting, fighting exhaustion and feelings of depression and gives a clean fresh aroma to a room. Add to a bath or massage oil to fight infectious diseases, diarrhoea, nausea or vomiting and all coughs, colds or chills.

The therapeutic properties of cinnamon oil include analgesic, antiseptic, antibiotic, antispasmodic, aphrodisiac, astringent, carminative, insecticide and stimulant.

Aroma: fresh and clean. Note: can irritate the skin, use with care and in small amounts, wash hands after use. Do not use if pregnant. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Cinnamon Essential Oil (Cinnamomum zeylanicum).  

Citronella essential oil is native to southeast Asia. It is grown commercially in Sri Lanka, India, Burma, and Indonesia. The leaves have been used for their fragrance and medicinal value for centuries.

Citronella essential oil is said to be the best, known natural insect repellent and is used in sprays, soaps, candles and wipes etc. Use outdoors in summer in a burner or as an air freshener, deodorant and for tired, sweaty feet.

Besides being effective as an insect repellent Citronella essential oil has been used for easing rheumatism, colds, headaches, lower back pain, migraines, fevers, pain, sprains, muscular aches, intestinal parasites, digestive problems, menstrual problems, depression, as a household germicide/antiseptic, for repelling cats, to ease excessive perspiration, and to increase mental alertness.

The therapeutic properties of citronella essential oil include antiseptic, bactericidal, deodorant, insecticide, parasitic, tonic and stimulant.

Aroma: a powerful lemony scent. Note: do not use if pregnant. May irritate sensitive skin. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Citronella Essential Oil (Cymbopogon nardus). 

Clary sage essential oil is a popular aromatic perfume with a warming, relaxing and long-lasting fragrance. It has properties that induce a sense of well-being and is said to ease depression.

Well known for reducing hot flushes, night sweats, P.M.T. and for female well-being in general, clary sage is also used in massage oils during labour. It makes a very relaxing bath oil, an excellent tonic which strengthens nerves and is helpful for depression.

A drop on your pillow encourages vivid dreams or may be used to enhance dream recall.

The therapeutic properties of clary sage oil include antidepressant, antispasmodic, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, digestive, sedative and stomachic.

Aroma: soft and nutty. Note: do not use if pregnant and under 38 weeks or before driving, also avoid using when drinking alcohol. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Clary Sage Essential Oil (Salvea sclarea).  

The word clove comes the Latin word 'clavus' which means nail, as the head of the clove bud often resembles a nail and in the 16th and 17th centuries cloves were such precious items in Europe they were worth more than their weight in gold.

Clove leaf makes a warm and spicy oil, stimulating to the body and mind. It is used in massage oils before and during childbirth. When diluted it makes a good mouthwash or gargle; a natural pain reliever it is renowned for easing toothache or mouth sores.

Clove essential oil also prevents vomiting and is good for skin irritations.

The therapeutic properties of clove oil include analgesic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, anti-infectious, disinfectant, insecticide and stimulant.

Aroma: warm and spicy. Note: avoid during pregnancy. May irritate skin, use and handle with care. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Clove Leaf Essential Oil (Eugenia caryophyllus).  

Coriander seeds have been used for thousands of years by the Egyptians as an aphrodisiac, by the Romans and Greeks to flavour their wines and in India for cooking. Coriander seeds were even found in the tomb of Tutankhamun.

Coriander makes a refreshing, uplifting and stimulating essential oil. It is well known as a digestive aid that stimulates and improves the appetite.

Top tip: use in a restaurant, café or at home before dining to increase the appetite. The therapeutic properties of coriander oil include analgesic, aphrodisiac, antispasmodic, carminative, deodorant, digestive, fungicidal, stimulant and stomachic.

Aroma: spicy yet floral. Note: use moderately. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Coriander Essential Oil (Coriandrum sativum).  

Cypress essential oil is a very popular oil due to its uplifting nature. Use in the bath, massage blends or in an oil burner in times of major upheaval, life changes or grief to restore balance and calm to the body and emotions whilst dispelling anger.

Cypress oil also works well on the circulation treatment of varicose veins, haemorrhoids, broken capillaries and all menstrual difficulties including menopause. It is said to aid relaxation, overcome colds and flu as well as being good for sweaty feet.

The therapeutic properties of cypress oil include astringent, antiseptic, antispasmodic, deodorant, diuretic, vasoconstrictor, respiratory tonic and sedative.

Aroma: refreshing woody scent. Note: avoid during pregnancy. May irritate sensitive skin. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Cypress Essential Oil (Cupressus sempervirens).   

This beautiful hand carved box is made out of sheesham wood. It will accommodate up to 12 Essential Oil Bottles or Fragrance Oils.

It is a lovely way to store your oils.

Ideal as a gift or to simply treat yourself.

Dimensions:

Height – 7.5mm

Width – 15cm

Depth – 11.5cm

This beautiful hand carved box is made out of sheesham wood. It will accommodate up to 24 Essential Oil Bottles or Fragrance Oils.

It is a lovely way to store your oils.

Ideal as a gift or to simply treat yourself.

Dimensions:

Height – 7.5mm

Width – 22cm

Depth – 15cm

Eucalyptus essential oil is one of mother nature's best antiseptics. It can be used in creams, massage oils or directly in the bath to ease arthritis, aching muscles and headaches or can be used to heal wounds and ulcers as well as most breathing related problems and colds.

Eucalyptus can be used in oil burners for helping concentration, soothing hay fever and sneezing attacks, as an insect repellent and to soothe colds, flu or breathing difficulties. It is also known to be added to gargles to soothe a sore throat.

The therapeutic properties of eucalyptus oil include analgesic, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-neuralgic, anti-rheumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral and astringent.

Aroma: penetrating and medicinal. Note: use in moderation and avoid if epileptic or suffering from high blood pressure. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Eucalyptus Pure Essential Oil (Eucalyptus globulus).   

Fennel essential oil is used for all cough related problems including whooping cough. Sweet fennel is found in cough drops, lozenges and is an ingredient in children's gripe water.

In an oil burner it can stimulate the appetite and, in a cream, or massage oil it can help with cellulite and is good for the skin, bringing dull skin back to life as well as helping with oily complexions and fighting wrinkles.

Sweet fennel used directly in the bath can help with colic, feeling bloated, wind and digestion.

The therapeutic properties of fennel oil include antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, diuretic, expectorant, laxative, stimulant and stomachic.

Aroma: a fresh, clean herby aroma with a hint of aniseed. Note: use in moderation, do not use if epileptic, do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding (although some natural remedies do contain sweet fennel for increasing insufficient milk production in nursing mothers). © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Fennel Sweet Essential Oil (Foeniculum vulgare).   

Frankincense essential oil is a beautiful oil of ancient repute and is very popular in aromatherapy. Used in an oil burner frankincense is known to calm the mind and dispel anxiety; it is used as incense in India, China and in the West by the Catholic Church. It is great for toning and refreshing the skin and is used in many creams and lotions.

Frankincense essential oil used directly in the bath or blended in a massage oil is good for colds and coughs, bronchitis, rheumatism, poor circulation, exhaustion and heavy periods.

The therapeutic properties of frankincense oil include antiseptic, astringent, carminative, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, sedative, tonic and uterine.

Aroma: spicy, haunting and woody. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Frankincense Essential Oil (Boswellia carterii).   

Geranium essential oil is another oil that is very widely used in aromatherapy. In an oil burner geranium has a wonderful fresh scent that is both relaxing and refreshing and can ease stress, depression, anxiety, tension and menopausal problems.

Used in a cream, massage oil or directly in the bath geranium is good for eczema, burns, healing wounds, cellulite, ringworm and haemorrhoids. It is also used as an insect repellent and is especially effective against mosquitoes.

It is also used in head lice remedies as well as being a popular ingredient in soaps and perfumes.

The therapeutic properties of geranium oil include astringent, diuretic, deodorant, haemostatic, styptic, tonic, and vulnerary.

Aroma: strong floral perfume. Note: do not use while pregnant. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Geranium Essential Oil (Pelargonium graveolens).   

This aromatherapy starter kit contains six of our most popular essential oils from 'essential' lavender to beautiful citrus orange. It also contains a carrier oil and a mixing bottle with a pipette along with a decorative wooden storage box for the 10ml oils which make it the ideal starter set for anyone just getting into aromatherapy, to top up your existing products or as a fantastic and unusual gift idea.

The full contents of the gift box are- 1 x lavender essential oil 10ml, 1 x tea tree essential oil 10ml, 1 x orange essential oil 10ml, 1 x eucalyptus essential oil 10ml, 1 x rosemary essential oil 10ml, 1 x peppermint essential oil 10ml, 1 x sweet almond carrier oil 250ml, 1 x empty 100ml amber mixing bottle with measuring pipette and 1 x wooden aromatherapy oil box with six holes to fit all the essential oils included.

All of these gorgeous products are lovingly hand packed into a plain card box with a sticker placed on the front which can be used to put to whom the gift set is for or can be a place for a lovely message to the recipient. The cost of these products if purchased individually would come to the price of £35.78 and as well as all the luxury contents, this Avena gift set also comes with a fantastic money off voucher for the recipient saving them 25% off their next online order with us making the gift set complete and even better value!

The description and image for each gift set is accurate when added to our web site but should any item be out of stock we may replace this with a similar item and the boxes can alternate between the two images as these are proving hard to get hold of. This means there's no delay to delivery but we would only do this with an item of the same or higher value

Please note that these products may contain nut oils and are for external use only. Please consult your doctor before using products containing essential oils if you are currently suffering from any medical conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding. © Please do not copy text - Avena product description - AGB08.  

Ginger essential oil is a lovely warming oil that is renowned for preventing vomiting, morning sickness and travel or motion sickness. Inhale some drops from a tissue, mix with a carrier oil and apply to temples and stomach before and during travel or use in an oil burner, which is also good for colds.

Ginger is also good when used directly in the bath or in massage blends for arthritis, muscle aches, lethargy, colds, flu and all winter chills as it warms the mind and body giving a feeling of wellbeing. It is also said that ginger is good for combatting loneliness.

The therapeutic properties of ginger oil include analgesic, anti-emetic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, bactericidal, carminative, expectorant, laxative, stimulant, stomachic, and tonic.

Aroma: rich and spicy. Note: may irritate sensitive skin. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Ginger Essential Oil (Zingiber officinale).   

Grapefruit essential oil has a highly revitalising and elevating effect on the emotions. It is a very refreshing and uplifting oil. Used in oil burners grapefruit is great for creating a positive, fresh and uplifting environment. It is also good for hangovers, colds, moodiness, headaches and can help ditherers to become more decisive.

Use in a massage blend or in the bath for acne, cellulite, colds and flu, lack of energy, jet lag, muscle fatigue, and general mental and physical tiredness.

The therapeutic properties of grapefruit oil include antidepressant, antiseptic, disinfectant, stimulant and tonic.

Top tip: keep a bottle of grapefruit in the house to burn on those hung-over mornings, days of over indulgence or just to refresh a room when feeling down.

Aroma: clean, fresh, tangy, citrus. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Grapefruit Essential Oil (Citrus paradisi).   

Hyssop essential oil is a powerful stimulant that can help with anxiety and fatigue and increase alertness. Used in an oil burner it can also be beneficial for helping breathing if suffering for coughs, colds, flu, bronchitis or asthma.

Hyssop essential oil used as an ingredient in massage blends and creams or used directly in the bath can be great for all the above especially anxiety or mental fatigue but it is also good for the skin and has a healing action that can help with old scars or skin marks.

The therapeutic properties of hyssop oil include astringent, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, digestive, expectorant, febrifuge, hypertensive and stimulant.

Aroma: warming, medicated, stimulating. Note: do not use if pregnant, breast feeding or epileptic. Use in moderation. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Hyssop Essential Oil (Hyssopus officinalis).   

Jasmine officinalis is a sturdy, climbing, evergreen shrub with bright green leaves that grows to be approximately 20ft tall, with white star shaped flowers. These flowers can only be picked at night because they only bloom at night.

Jasmine essential oil is distilled from these flowers and it takes a huge quantity of petals to produce an ounce of the essential oil meaning it is very expensive, but it does more than just smell exquisite.

Jasmine is sought after for its powerful anti-depressant characteristics. It is great for severe depression and soothes the nerves, producing a feeling of confidence, optimism and euphoria, while revitalising and restoring energy. It is also widely used for easing addictions.

Used in oil burners, creams, massage oils or directly in the bath, jasmine is also great for lifting post-natal depression, easing muscle aches and pains, helping with coughs as well as being a well-known aphrodisiac. It is good for the skin and encourages cell growth whilst also increasing skin elasticity.

The therapeutic properties of jasmine oil include anti-depressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, anti-spasmodic, expectorant, sedative and uterine.

Aroma: wonderful exotic floral, clear and refreshing. Note: do not use while pregnant, use in moderation, can be very relaxing, do not use if concentration needed. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Jasmine Essential Oil (Absolute Pure Jasmine Oil) (Jasminum officinale).   

A blended dilution using 10% of pure jasmine essential oil blended in sweet almond oil to make this wonderful oil more affordable. Use the blend in an oil burner, massage oil, cream, lotion or directly in the bath for great results and even though this is blended the 10% strength still guarantees a beautiful aroma.

Jasmine is a sturdy, climbing, evergreen shrub with bright green leaves that grows to be approximately 20ft tall, with white star shaped flowers. These flowers can only be picked at night because they only bloom at night.

Jasmine essential oil is distilled from these flowers and it takes a huge quantity of petals to produce an ounce of the essential oil meaning it is very expensive, but it does more than just smell exquisite.

Jasmine is sought after for its powerful anti-depressant characteristics. It is great for severe depression and soothes the nerves, producing a feeling of confidence, optimism and euphoria, while revitalising and restoring energy. It is also widely used for easing addictions.

Used in oil burners, creams, massage oils or directly in the bath, jasmine is also great for lifting post-natal depression, easing muscle aches and pains, helping with coughs as well as being a well-known aphrodisiac. It is good for the skin and encourages cell growth whilst also increasing skin elasticity.

The therapeutic properties of jasmine oil include anti-depressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, anti-spasmodic, expectorant, sedative and uterine.

Aroma: wonderful exotic floral, clear and refreshing. Note: do not use while pregnant, use in moderation, can be very relaxing, do not use if concentration needed. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Jasmine Essential Oil Blend 10% Jasmine Dilution in Sweet Almond.  

Juniper essential oil can be extracted from the berries, which take three years to ripen, or the needles and wood of the plant which yields a much cheaper oil.

Our juniper essential oil is only extracted from the berries ensuring great quality and a superior oil. Always check when buying juniper that it states whether it is the berry oil.

Used in an oil burner juniper berry is known to be great for hangovers, over indulgence and tension headaches. In massage oils, creams or used directly in the bath it is famed for eczema relief and is contained in many eczema remedies as well as other skin ailments including dermatitis, acne, blocked pores and psoriasis.

The therapeutic properties of juniper oil include antiseptic, anti-rheumatic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, depurative, diuretic, stimulating, stomachic, and tonic.

Aroma: clear and refreshing. Note: do not use if pregnant or with kidney disease, use in moderation. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – JJuniper Berry Essential Oil (Juniperus communis).   

Lavender is the essential essential oil that is a must have in every household. With wide ranging benefits and a lovely aroma, lavender is the most used essential oil in aromatherapy.

Used in oil burners, massage oils, as a bath oil, in creams and lotions or directly on the skin, lavender is calming, balancing, relaxing and aids a restful night's sleep. It can be used to relieve hay fever, headaches and tension to name just a few.

It is also used to sooth burns, prevent blistering and scarring (cooks should always keep a small bottle to hand in the kitchen) as an antiseptic used on spots, bites and stings etc. as well as being an insect repellent.

The therapeutic properties of lavender oil include antiseptic, analgesic, anti-depressant, anti-rheumatic, anti-spasmodic, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, bactericide, carminative, decongestant, deodorant, diuretic, sedative, and vulnerary.

Aroma: clean, fresh & floral. Note: lavender oil is said to be one of the safest essential oils but some people are allergic to it; you should discontinue use if you have any allergic reactions. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Lavender Essential Oil (Lavandula angustifolia).   

Lemon essential oil is well known to be very refreshing to both mind and body, clearing the mind, helping decision making and uplifting the body. It is high in minerals and is often used to strengthen weak nails.

Used in an oil burner, a few drops in the bath or blended as a massage oil or cream lemon essential oil is good for colds, the voice, lack of energy, depression and clearing the mind whilst also boosting the immune system and aiding digestion.

Lemon has also been known as a painless treatment for warts and verrucas. The therapeutic properties of lemon oil include antimicrobial, anti-rheumatic, anti-sclerotic, antiseptic, bactericidal, carminative, depurative, diaphoretic, diuretic, febrifuge, hypotensive, and insecticidal.

Aroma: clear, refreshing, citrus. Note: do not use before exposure to sunshine or a sun bed, may cause irritation to sensitive skin. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Lemon Essential Oil (Citrus limonum).   

Lemongrass essential oil has a very fresh aroma and is known to uplift and balance the emotions making it a popular 'feel-good' oil.

Used in an oil burner, a few drops in the bath or blended as a massage oil or cream, lemongrass is known to normalise high blood pressure and relieve stress or nervous problems, thereby clearing headaches. It is a good skin oil which tones and opens blocked pores, it can be used for cellulite and on the feet for odours or just to revive aching muscles.

Lemongrass is also an insect repellent and has been used for fleas and ticks on household pets.

The therapeutic properties of lemongrass include anti-depressant, antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, carminative, deodorant, diuretic, fungicidal, insecticidal, and nervous system sedative.

Aroma: fresh, sweet and lemony. Note: do not use when pregnant, may irritate sensitive skin. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Lemongrass Essential Oil (Cymbopogon citratus).   

Lime essential oil has antispasmodic properties making it good for coughs and colds caused by congestion of the throat and chest.

Used in an oil burner, a few drops in the bath or blended as a massage oil or cream it is a good sedative for nerves, tension or anxiety, aids relaxation and as well as being a lovely air freshener on its own will help with respiratory problems, catarrh and sinusitis. Lime is also good for the skin, muscles and joints.

The therapeutic properties of lime oil include antiseptic, astringent, bactericidal, disinfectant, febrifuge, haemostatic, restorative and tonic.

Aroma: sharp, sweet and citrus. Note: do not use before exposure to sunshine or a sun bed, may cause irritation to sensitive skin. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Lime Essential Oil (Citrus aurantifolia).   

Mandarin essential oil is a gentle and calming oil which is great for the skin. Used in an oil burner, a few drops in the bath or blended as a massage oil or cream it makes a lovely fruity air freshener that is relaxing, stress reducing and can aid a peaceful sleep.

Mandarin essential oil is also nown to be good for the skin, especially in reducing the appearance of stretch marks, it is also good for digestion, circulation, diarrhoea, constipation and flatulence.

The therapeutic properties of mandarin oil include antiseptic, antispasmodic, depurative, sedative, stomachic and tonic.

Aroma: refreshing, sweet and fruity. Note: do not use before exposure to sunshine or a sun bed, may cause irritation to sensitive skin. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Mandarin Essential Oil (Citrus nobilis).   

Marjoram essential oil comes from the same wild perennial as the herb oregano and is great for anxiety of any kind especially grief.

Used in an oil burner, a few drops in the bath or blended as a massage oil or cream, marjoram can be used to calm hyperactivity, ease colds, bronchitis, coughs, headaches, tension, sinusitis and to aid restful sleep. It is good for muscular pain, arthritis, back pain or period pains.

Marjoram is a warming oil so it is useful to counter chilblains and has been used to disperse bruises.

The therapeutic properties of marjoram oil include analgesic, anti-spasmodic, antiseptic, antiviral, bactericidal, carminative, digestive, fungicidal, hypotensive, laxative and sedative.

Aroma: spicy and herby. Note: do not use if pregnant. © Please do not copy text. Avena product description – Marjoram Sweet Essential Oil (Origanum majorana).