Melissa – Petitgrain
Patchouli Pogostemon cablin
Uses: Grounding, balancing effect on emotions. Promotes a
smooth, glowing complexion. Reduces the appearance of
wrinkles, blemishes, and skin imperfections.
Body Systems: Skin, Nervous
Carbon backbone
Functional groups
Main Constituents
20–40% Patchoulol
1–20% Bulnesene
2–25% Aromaden-
drene
2-25% Guiaene
Peppermint Mentha piperita
Uses: When ingested, promotes healthy respiratory function and
clear breathing.* Promotes digestive health when taken internally.*
Repels bugs naturally. Apply topically for a cooling sensation.
Body Systems: Digestive, Respiratory
Carbon backbone
Functional groups
Main Constituents
10–30% Menthone
20–60% Menthol
1-10% 1,8-Cineole
(eucalyptol)
Petitgrain Citrus aurantium
Uses: May help support healthy cardiovascular function.*
May provide antioxidant support* Supports healthy immune
function.* May help promote a restful sleep*
Body Systems: Cardiovascular, Immune, Nervous
Carbon backbone
Functional groups
Main Constituents
40–65% Linalyl
acetate
15–30% Linalool
1–12% Terpineol
Legend:
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.
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