Lavender

Lavender essential oil is most commonly used as a natural relaxer of the mind and body. There are many types of lavender around the world, each a bit different from the last. Lavender is a perennial herb that has many medicinal characteristics as well as a strong fragrance and sweet taste. This beautiful plant is loved for its vibrant purple color and wide variety of uses. Lavender can generally be described as having a sweet, floral scent, with the intensity of the fragrance depending on the variety.

​The benefits of lavender essential oil include:
  • Aids with sleep by naturally helping the body produce melatonin
  • Reduces stress and anxiety
  • Treating acne
  • Anti-inflammatory properties
  • Though it is not scientifically proven, some use lavender to treat symptoms of depression
  • Evens skin pigmentation
  • Easing nausea
  • Relieves headaches & migraines
  • Nourishing the skin with antioxidants
  • Known to help fungal infections and hair loss
  • Speeds up the healing process
  • Flea and tick repellant for humans and pets
  • Repels mosquitoes and other bugs
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Bergamot

Bergamot is most famous for it popular role in Earl Grey tea as a culinary oil. However, the Secret Garden incorporates bergamot essential oil in our body products to utilize the benefits of this amazing fragrance. Bergamot, in its raw form, is  a citrus fruit. Similar to an orange, its round, about the size of a baseball and has a thick peel with fleshy fruit inside. Since it lacks the sweetness of an orange though, the fresh fruit is not commonly eaten by itself. However, it can be found in sweets across Europe or as a zest to top off a dish. The smell of bergamot can be described as a spicy citrus scent, often referenced as a mix between an orange and a lemon, or much like the well known aroma of Earl Grey tea.

​The benefits of bergamot essential oil include:
  • Combats oily skin & acne
  • Stimulate healthy hormone production
  • Smooths digestive health
  • Natural disinfectant
  • Can reduce unpleasant odors by killing bacteria
  • Alleviates minor pains
  • Diffuses stress
  • Relaxing tense muscles
  • Evens skin pigmentation
  • Reduce visibility of scars
  • Helps lower blood pressure
  • Can boost immune system functions

Vetiver

Vetiver is a grass, closely related to lemongrass and citronella. This fast growing plant has a lifespan of 50 years or more and can naturally be found in Southern India, Sri Lanka and Indonesia though it is now farmed in various places around the world. Known as the "oil of tranquility", this powerful plant can be described as having a warm, smokey, earthy scent. Vetiver can be found in many perfumes and colognes and is well liked among men.

​The benefits if vetiver essential oil include:
  • Reduces inflammation
  • Can treat bacterial infections
  • Increase alertness and make you feel more awake
  • Antioxidant properties help prevent aging of skin
  • Often recommended for people with ADHD
  • Heals and prevents acne
  • Promotes healing of cracked, dry skin
  • Aids with sleep and melatonin production
  • Some studies have proved it to regulate breathing patterns while sleeping (including snoring)
  • Help you focus throughout the day
  • Relieves anxiety and nervousness
  • Protects from ticks and mites

Eucalyptus

​Eucalyptus is a tree native to Australia though they have been found as far north as the Philippines. One variety of eucalyptus tree is known as the tallest known flowering plant on earth. This unique plant has fascinated horticulturists for years as they study its insecticide properties, powerful fragrance, and quick-growing branches. Eucalyptus Essential Oil is steam distilled from the leaves and can be found in sweets, toothpaste, cold medicine and more! This impressive plant is extremely versatile and is only growing in popularity as we learn more about its uses. Some would describe the scent of eucalyptus essential oil as potently minty with a hint of honey.
  • Natural Antiseptic, Anti-fungal, Anti-viral, Anti-inflammatory
  • Treats minor wounds, acne, burns, insect bites, infections and more
  • Decongestant
  • Breaks down unpleasant odors
  • Can treat your cold (cough, congestions, headaches)
  • Can naturally treat head lice
  • Deters bugs (mosquitoes, biting flies, ants, etc)
  • Heals cold sores
  • Eases joint and arthritis pain
  • Can calm the effects of asthma
  • Lowers stress and calms nerves
  • Treats dandruff
  • Moisturizes hair