Part 2: A-Z Oil Chemistry
Douglas Fir Pseudotsuga menziesii
Uses: Promotes feelings of clear airways and easy breathing.
Cleansing and purifying to the skin. Promotes a positive mood
and sense of focus.
Body Systems: Nervous, Respiratory, Skin
Carbon backbone
Functional groups
Main Constituents
20–40% beta-Pinene
5–25% Sabinene
5–25% Terpinolene
Eucalyptus Eucalyptus radiata
Uses: Helps to clear the mind. Promotes feelings of relaxation and
clear breathing.
Body Systems: Nervous, Respiratory
Carbon backbone
Functional groups
Main Constituents
55–85% 1,8-cineole
(eucalyptol)
1–15% Terpineol
Fennel Foeniculum vulgare
Uses: Promotes healthy digestion.* Supports a healthy respiratory
system.* May help promote healthy metabolism, liver function,
and circulation.*
Body Systems: Cardiovascular, Digestive, Endocrine, Respiratory
Carbon backbone
Functional groups
Main Constituents
50–90% Anethole
1-20% Fenchone
1-15% alpha-Pinene
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Monoterpene
Sesquiterpene
Other
Alcohol
Aldehyde
Alkene
Ester
Ketone
Phenylpropene
Phenol
Ether
*These statements have not been evaluated by
the Food and Drug Administration. This product
is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent
any disease.
*Statements marked with asterisks refer to internal use only. Some essential oils containing the compounds presented are not recommended for internal use.