One of the most popular all-round favourite oils for a very long time! It is a wonderful oil with many incredible properties and has a beautiful fresh, clean and relaxing aroma. Lavender has antifungal, analgesic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic properties and has been used to help with insomnia, headaches, nervous tension, high blood pressure and skin conditions.

• Eucalyptus

Famous for its properties as a decongestant and its success in treating colds and catarrh. Its anti-viral action works well on the respiratory tract, soothing inflammation and easing mucous. It is really helpful for the treatment of flu, throat infections, coughs, sinusitis, rhinitis, asthma, hay fever, bronchitis and tuberculosis.

• Ylang Ylang

The benefits of this essential oil includes increasing blood flow, relieving inflammation, fighting parasites, lifting one’s mood, healing cardiac problems and promoting healthy intestinal function.

• Lemongrass

This one is great at warding off those pesky insects! Other great uses include boosting energy, relieving headaches, killing bacteria and reducing fever and pain.

• Grapefruit

A perfect oil to have in the diffuser when you’re struggling with feelings of anxiety, bad mood or stress. Also helpful when you are mentally fatigued, depressed or have a headache.

• Bitter Orange

Has a delicate, fresh citrus aroma with floral undertones. It is a calming, soothing and uplifting oil. Very effective when used in a massage blend in treating constipation, stomach ache, flatulence, nausea and poor digestion. It is also helpful for clearing congestion of the liver and stimulating the lymphatic system.

• Lemon

Promotes fat-loss and support the metabolism. Also known to lift your mood, fight depression, nourish the skin and relief a cough.

• Peppermint

Relieves headaches, improves mental focus and boosts energy levels. Plus it has great antimicrobial properties.

• Pine Needle

This oil cleanses the home of bacteria, fungi, pathogens and yeast. It also kills odours, purifies the air and decreases allergies. Also used for energizing and lifting your mood and focus.

• Cedarwood

Cedarwood has antifungal, antiseptic, diuretic, astringent and sedative properties. It has the power to improve your skin, help with organ function, tighten muscles, improve metabolism and benefit your digestive system.

• Tea Tree

The benefits of Tea Tree essential oil are well documented through clinical studies. In fact the oil has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and anti-viral properties, so when your body is threatened by any of these organisms, Tea Tree increases the body’s immune system fighting power.