List of Essential Oils by Their Curative Abilities

Below you will find an easy reference source of essential oils by their curative properties.

Some oils cannot by used by epileptics or pregnant woman while others are photosensitive and can be toxic if used for prolonged periods of time. Please check the Hazardous Oils page before purchasing or using essential oils.

Please note that any information given or shared on this page is for educational purposes only. Paula Vaughan is not responsible for any injuries associated with essential oil use or misuse.


~Antibiotic
ravensara, sandalwood, Tea Tree

~Antidepressent
bergamot, clary sage, chamomile, lavender, jasmine, rose, sandalwood, ylang ylang

~Anti-inflammatory
chamomile, lavender, bergamot

~Antispasmodic (combats stomach and uterine cramps)
chamomile, clary sage, ginger

~Antiseptic (combats bacterial infection)
bergamot, eucalyptus, juniper, lavender, ravensara, rosemary

~Anti-viral
bergamot, eucalyptus, lavendar, ravensara, Tea Tree

~Aphrodisiac (these are just suggestions- this should based upon personal preference)
clary sage, jasmine, patchouli, rose, sandalwood, vetivert

~Blood pressure- lowers
lavender, marjoram, ylang ylang

~Blood pressure- raises
clary sage, rosemary

~Cell regenerator
all essential oils especially lavender, neroli, Tea Tree

~Coughing- eases
lavender, sandalwood

~Deoderant
bergamot, clary sage, cypress, eucalyptus, lavender, neroli

~Detoxifying
juniper, rose

~Diuretic
chamomile, cedarwood, geranium, juniper

~Expectorant
bergamot, marjoram, eucalyptus, myrrh, sandalwood

~Fever reducer
bergamot, chamomile, eucalpytus, peppermint, ravensara, Tea Tree

~Fungicidal (kills or inhibits yeast growth)
lavender, myrrh, Tea Tree

~Immune System
lavender, ravensara, Tea Tree

~Menstruation- encourages
basil, chamomile, clary sage, juniper, myrrh, peppermint, rose, rosemary

~Sedative
bergamot, chamomile, clary sage, frankincense, lavender, marjoram, neroli, rose, ylang ylang

~Stimulant
basil, rosemary, peppermint

~Wounds- healing
bergamot, chamomile, lavender, myrrh, Tea Tree

This information was taken in part from Aromatherapy A-Z by Patricia Davis.




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