
Essential Oil Ingredients
Every Elizabeth Essentials product is carefully formulated from a variety of essential oils, each carefully selected for its distinct restorative properties. All told, we use more than 50 different essential oils in our unique multi-oil blends.
Below are brief descriptions from historical authority of the essential oils and other ingredients found in Elizabeth Essentials products.
Known as the “holy spirit root” or “oil of the angels,” Angelica is emotionally calming and often found in spiritually-healing blends. It can help release negative feelings and bring forth memories formed before a traumatic event.
Found in: Serene
Angelica
A natural anti-inflammatory and pain reliever, Birch is used to reduce bone, muscle and joint discomfort. It helps to ease pain from many “itises,” including arthritis, tendonitis and bursitis. Found in: Rapid Relief
Birch
Black Spruce essential oil is both uplifting and grounding. It has a clean, fresh scent. Found in: Serene
Black Spruce
Cinnamon Bark is a centuries-old general tonic with potent antibacterial, antiviral and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also a light anticoagulant that can increase blood flow. Found in: ImmuAir, ImmuShield, Serene
Cinnamon Bark
Clary Sage is a general tonic that works on the nervous system, stomach, kidneys and female reproductive organs. It has a sedative, anticonvulsive effect and is used for both premenstrual syndrome and menstrual pain.
Found in: Poise
Clary Sage
A natural astringent, Cypress strengthens capillary walls and improves muscle tone. It helps with edema, water retention, hemorrhaging and muscle cramps. It can also help avoid stretch marks and improve the appearance of scar tissue. A powerful antispasmodic, Cypress acts on the female reproductive system and eases menstrual and menopausal disorders. Found in: Cellulite Essentials, Essential Body Glow, Poise, Rapid Relief
Cypress
Eucalyptus promotes a healthy respiratory system. It is a powerful antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral essential oil, commonly used for bronchitis, coughing and influenza. Found in: Bugz Be Gone, Flea Be Gone, ImmuAir, Nasal Relief
Eucalyptus
German Chamomile is a natural sedative and anti-depressant. Traditionally used for hysterical and nervous conditions, it lowers the body temperature and helps to relieve restlessness, impatience and irritability. Found in: Poise
German Chamomile
Iris aids creativity, concentration and intuition. This rare oil clears the mind and helps remove mental blocks. Found in: Serene
Iris
A diuretic, expectorant, and astringent, Juniper is valued for its clearing and purifying properties. Juniper is a popular essential oil in weight loss and detoxification blends. Found in: Cellulite Essentials, Essential Body Glow
Juniper
Like Lavender essential oil, lavender buds are antiseptic and anti-inflammatory and can have a calming, relaxing effect. Found in: Essential Body Scrub, Radiant Polish
Lavender Buds
Lemongrass helps to regenerate connective tissue and strengthen vascular walls. It may also dilate blood vessels and promote lymph flow. Found in: Bugz Be Gone, Flea Be Gone, ImmuAir, Rapid Relief
Lemongrass
Litsea Cubeba is valued for its calming, sedating properties. When inhaled, it can quiet nervous agitation and depression. Found in: Serene
Litsea Cubea
Myrrh tones and revitalizes skin. It is used for many skin conditions, including wrinkles and chapped, cracked skin. Found in: Radiant Essentials
Myrrh
Niaouli soothes the nerves and alleviates hysteria. It can also aid concentration by improving mental clarity and clearing brain fog. Found in: Serene
Niaouli
Palmarosa promotes healthy, glowing skin. It moisturizes, regulates oil production, stimulates new cell growth and has antiseptic properties. Because it calms the mind and fosters feelings of security, Palmarosa is also used to reduce stress and recover from nervous exhaustion. Found in: Radiant Essentials, Serene
Palmarosa
Peppermint is one of the oldest, most highly regarded herbs for soothing the digestive system. This anti-inflammatory essential oil cools heat in the body or, in Ayurvedic terms, the pita in the blood. Found in: Mouthwash Essentials, Rapid Relief
Peppermint
Called “the oil that heals” in Madagascar, Ravensara has long been used for viral, bacterial and fungal infections. It also promotes healthy functioning of the nervous and respiratory systems. Found in: ImmuShield, Serene
Ravensara
Rose Geranium naturally balances emotions and hormones, providing relief from menopausal hot flashes, hormone-related moodiness and nervous tension and stress. It also improves blood and lymphatic circulation and helps regenerate tissues and nerves. Rose Geranium can benefit a variety of skin conditions, including acne, blisters, burns, cold sores, dermatitis, eczema, measles, scars, shingles and wounds. Found in: Compose, Derma Relief, Radiant Essentials, Radiant Polish
Rose Geranium
Rosemary Verbenon is a nurturing and regenerating essential oil. It helps to clarify emotions and balance the psyche. Found in: Serene
Rosemary Verbenon
Sandalwood is used to combat depression, stress and insomnia. It has a reputation as an aphrodisiac, producing an exotic, sensual mood. Sandalwood stimulates the pineal gland and limbic system, the center of human emotions. Historically, it’s been used as an aid in meditation for religious ceremonies. Found in: Serene
Sandalwood
Tea Tree oil has been used for centuries, prized for its antibacterial, antivirial, antifungal and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also an immuno-stimulant, helping the body fight off all kinds of infections. It is used to relieve pain and decongest the veins.
Found in: ImmuShield, Mouthwash Essentials
Tea Tree
Vetiver is an extremely calming and restorative essential oil. It is often used for emotional grounding and stabilization and can assist with depression, anxiety, insomnia and stress. Found in: Serene
Vetiver
Basil is a powerful astringent and antispasmodic that relaxes both striated and smooth muscles. It is also beneficial for mental fatigue. Found in: Cellulite Essentials, Essential Body Glow, Rapid Relief
Basil
In addition to providing pain relief, Black Pepper increases cellular oxygenation and stimulates the endocrine system. It can also boost energy and stamina. Found in: Serene
Black Pepper
An excellent insect repellent, Cedarwood is effective against a variety of pests, including mosquitoes, moths, woodworm, leeches, even rats! It is the oldest of essential oils and was used in ancient Egyptian times to preserve and protect mummies from insects. Cedarwood is also recognized for its calming, purifying and antiseptic properties and is used to benefit the skin and underlying tissues. Found in: Bugz Be Gone, Flea Be Gone
Cedarwood
Citronella has a long history as an insect repellant and room deodorizer. It also has antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory properties, making it useful against fevers, infections and intestinal parasites. Found in: Bugz Be Gone, Flea Be Gone, ImmuAir
Citronella
Clove Bud is one of the most antimicrobial and antiseptic of all essential oils and is used to treat a variety of infections and inflammations. It also works as a general stimulant.
Found in: ImmuAir, ImmuShield, Mouthwash Essentials, Rapid Relief
Clove Bud
Long used for its soothing properties, Dill calms the autonomic nervous system and aids insomnia. It was popular with the ancient Egyptians and was mentioned in the Papyrus of Ebers, which dates from 1550 BC. Found in: Serene
Dill
Frankincense is a potent essential oil that strengthens the immune system and helps prevent infections and inflammation. It acts on the limbic system (the center of emotions), hypothalamus, pineal and pituitary glands. Traditionally, Frankincense has been used for meditation, spiritual growth and religious ceremonies. It has over 52 references in the Bible and has been “used to treat every conceivable ill known to man.” Found in: ImmuShield, Serene
Frankincense
Helichrysum helps to reduce acute pain, improve circulation, balance blood pressure and regenerate tissues and nerves. It also stimulates liver function and may help clean plaque and debris from veins and arteries. It can be uplifting to the subconscious. Found in: Rapid Relief, Serene
Helichrysum
The therapeutic properties of Jasmine oil are anti-depressant, antiseptic, aphrodisiac, anti-spasmodic, expectorant and sedative . It is a valuable remedy in cases of severe depression and soothes the nerves, producing a feeling of confidence, optimism and euphoria, while revitalizing and restoring energy. Found in: Jasmine Essentials
Jasmine
The ultimate multi-purpose essential oil, Lavender is beneficial in a variety of applications. An antiseptic and anti-inflammatory, Lavender helps with depression, heart palpitations, high blood pressure, nervous tension and hives. It also balances and calms, promoting physical and mental well-being. Found in: Compose, Derma Relief, Essential Body Scrub, ImmuAir, Radiant Essentials, Radiant Polish, Rapid Relief, Serene, Surrender
Lavender
Long recognized for its cleansing, antiseptic qualities, lemon essential oil helps protect against bacterial and viral infections. It also promotes white blood cell formation and improves immune function. Found in: Cellulite Essentials, Essential Body Glow, ImmuAir, Mouthwash Essentials
Lemon
Lime is a restorative, revitalizing tonic that can lift the spirits and improve one’s state of mine. Found in: Serene
Lime
Marjoram was known as the “herb of happiness” to the Romans and “joy of the mountains” to the Greeks. It helps to relieve anxiety, shock, nerves and tension headaches. A natural muscle relaxant, Marjoram soothes tense or sore muscles, improves circulation and regulates blood pressure. It is beneficial for aches, bruises, spasms, sprains, arthritis and rheumatism. Found in: Rapid Relief, Serene
Marjoram
Beneficial for mature and sensitive skin, Neroli works at the cellular level to stimulate new cell growth. Found in: Radiant Essentials, Neroli Essentials
Neroli
A general tonic and immune stimulant, Oregano essential oil acts against a broad spectrum of bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites. It is beneficial for diseases of the intestines, genitals, blood and the respiratory, nervous and lymphatic systems. Found in: Cellulite Essentials, Essential Body Glow, ImmuShield
Oregano
Patchouli is sedating and calming, which makes it great for fighting depression and anxiety. Found in: Serene
Patchouli
Known for its calming, soothing properties, Pink Lotus has a subtle sweetness, but its effect is immediate and deep. It seems to touch a very high center in the brain, and users may feel more open to forgiveness, kindness and other positive spiritual aspirations. Pink Lotus is a rare essential oil, harvested just once a year in India. Found in: Serene
Pink Lotus
Rose is considered the Queen of Essential Oils and acts on the vascular, digestive and nervous systems, making it a great remedy for stress and depression. An aphrodisiac, Rose acts on the female sexual organs, regulating their functions and cleansing them of impurities. Rose is also an anti-inflammatory, excellent for reducing scar tissue, sunburns, eczema, rashes, shingles and wounds. Found in: Poise, Radiant Essentials, Rose Essentials
Rose
Rosemary is an astringent, stimulant and diuretic. This multi-purpose essential oil reduces water retention, increases circulation and acts as a decongestant for the liver and gall bladder. Found in: Cellulite Essentials, Essential Body Glow, ImmuAir, ImmuShield, Nasal Relief, Surrender
Rosemary
Rosewood soothes the skin and promotes tissue elasticity and regeneration. It is beneficial for acne, boils, flaky skin, scabies and other skin disorders. Found in: Derma Relief, Radiant Essentials, Radiant Polish, Surrender
Rosewood
Thyme is a highly antimicrobial, antifungal and antiviral essential oil. It also helps to restore energy and overcome fatigue during recovery from illness. Found in: ImmuShield
Thyme
Ylang Ylang is an antispasmodic that balances blood pressure and regulates heart beat. Valued for its calming effects, Ylang Ylang fosters feelings of peace, joy, relaxation and self-love. It also helps balance male-female energies, allowing for greater spiritual attunement. Found in: Compose, Poise, Surrender
