Bergamot: Several studies have investigated the effectiveness of Bergamot as an antidepressant.
Eucalyptus globulus: has anti-inflammatory effects on chronic bronchitis.
Geranium: can suppress the inflammatory symptoms with edema (swelling). German Chamomile: The constituent found in German Chamomile has been shown to be a muscle relaxant in animal studies. It also has anti-anxiety effects.
Lavender: In a Korean study, Lavender had a beneficial effect on insomnia and depression in women.
Lemon: has impressive effects on the circuits in the brain that regulate anxiety. A Japanese study concluded that citrus fragrance was more effective than anti-depressants.
Melissa / Valerian: A combination of Melissa and Valerian extracts clearly showed anti-anxiety relief in volunteers taking a laboratory-induced stress test.
Orange: Two studies document the anxiety-reducing effect of orange oil in one high-stress site: dental offices. Another study showed the anti-anxiety and sedative properties of orange essential oil.
Oregano: contains constituents that are deadly against MRSA.
Peppermint: is a strong anti-inflammatory agent.
Patchouli: Inhaling Patchouli essential oil has a significant effect on the sympathetic nervous system. Roman Chamomile: When used in massage, Roman Chamomile caused a significant reduction in anxiety in cancer patients in a British study.
Rose: Three studies documented the anti-anxiety and anti-conflict effect of Rose essential oil. Rosemary: was found to have therapeutic potential in the treatment or prevention of bronchial asthma, peptic ulcers and other inflammatory diseases
Spearmint: inhibited a wide array of bacteria, including ulcer-causing H.pylori, E. coli, Salmonella and MRSA
Ylang ylang: Inhalation of Ylang ylang caused decreases in blood pressure and pulse rate. In a Phytotherapy Research study, it also caused a relief of depression and stress in humans.
