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Bergamot is a fragrant citrus fruit the size of an orange. It is unique among citrus oils because it can be both stimulating and calming, making it ideal for reducing stress or sadness. It is also purifying and cleansing for the skin while also having a calming effect.

Derived from the copaiba tree of the Amazon rainforest, this essential oil is one of the world’s most powerful anti-inflammatory agents. Copaiba is also used to relieve discomfort, reduce stress, and fight bacteria. Its rich history in native Amazonian medicine and folklore adds to its modern-day reputation.

Frankincense carterri has been used for thousands of years to awaken the spirit and balance the mind. In meditation practices, it allows for deeper breaths that increase mental awareness and restore calmness and peace. It has also been shown to boost immune function and enhance the skin’s appearance.

Ginger essential oil comes from the root of the plant in the Zingiber family and dates back to ancient Chinese folk medicine. Commonly used today for culinary purposes because of its flavor, ginger also aids in digestive health and is great for nausea and inflammation relief.

The grapefruit is actually a hybrid of a pomelo and a sweet orange. Originally known as the “forbidden fruit” of Barbados, grapefruit didn’t receive its name until around 1814. This potent extract is used to stimulate the immune system, alleviate stress and anxiety, and reduce sugar cravings.

Native to India and cultivated throughout southeast Asia, holy basil, also known as tulsi, is traditionally used for a wide variety of functions, including to make Hindu prayer beads. Those who wear them are believed to be surrounded by protection.

This balsamic, woodsy essential oil is commonly used internally, aromatically, and topically to treat a variety of ailments. There are over 50 species of juniper, however, the juniper berries used to make the essential oil come from the Common Juniper plant.

A spice reminiscent of family, holidays, and warmth, nutmeg’s aromatic and therapeutic profile make it popular in both culinary and natural wellness circles. This essential oil lends its rich, sweet, and stimulatory qualities to essential oil blends, and its antioxidant properties make it a favored therapeutic addition.

One of the most versatile essential oils, peppermint has been used for thousands of years to help relieve aches and pains and clear the mind. Peppermint is best known for its ability to soothe an upset stomach and aid in digestion but can also improve mental focus and act as a natural energy-booster.

Ravensara essential oil offers energizing, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, respiratory-enhancing properties. The fresh aroma carries complex notes of spice, green herbs, citrus, and eucalyptus. This essential oil is documented to have a very potent anti-viral activity that benefits all manner of respiratory conditions as well as topical infections, such as shingles. Many aromatherapists recommend ravensara as a nerve tonic and immune system booster. In its native Madagascar, the essential oil is widely considered a traditional treatment for almost every condition, similar to the beloved tea tree of Australia.

Orange is known to uplift the spirit, boost energy, and clarify the mind. Some use it to improve the appearance of the skin since it’s packed with vitamin C, and studies also indicate that it may lower the body’s response to stressful situations.