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Angelica Root

Angelica archangelica, A. officinalis, A. glauca (Family, Apiaceae [Umbelleferae])
Production method: steam distillation
Source: Root, France India, Germany, Hungary
Blends well with: patchouli, clary sage, citrus oils, frankincense
Safety Information: Avoid during pregnancy Avoid use in the sun
A warm, musky, earthy aroma with excellent staying power. Only small quantities are needed to create an effect in a perfume. Aromatherapy: anchoring, restorative, strengthening, used for depression. Oil can also come from the seed.
Main Constituents:- Phellandrene, pinene, limonene, linalol, borneol.

Aniseed
Illicium verum (Family, Illiciaceae)
Production method: steam distillation
Source: seed, India, China, Spain
Blends well with: Lavender, orange, pine, bay
Safety Information: should be avoided by pregnant women
The seeds of aniseed have long been used as an aid to digestion. The Essential oil has a sweet, fresh aroma and can be used for any cramping, indigestion, or digestive problems, (though not internally), and for spasmodic coughs. AKA Star Anise.

Anise
Pimpinella anisum, Anisum officinalis (Family, Apiaceae [Umbelliferae])
Perfume Note=Middle
Cheering, sense enhancing, mildly euphoric. Added to perfumes for a rich, sweet fragrance. Aids relaxation and emotional balance.
Source: ripe fruit, China
Production method: steam distillation
Aromatherapy class: energizing, toning
Aroma type: anise
Traditional use: deodorant
Blends well with: amyris, bay, cardamon, caraway, cedarwood, coriander, fennel, galbanum, mandarin
Safety Information: slight dermal toxicity; use recommended dilution or less

Apricot Kernel
Armeniaca vulgaris, Prunis armeniaca (Family, Rosaceae)
This nut oil, from Asia, is another oil used as a carrier. Believed to be good for the skin.

Arjowan
Trachyspermum ammi, T. copticum (Family, Apiaceae)
Good for circulation and muscular problems. Warning Due to slight toxicity use sparingly, especially if you have sensitive skin.

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