Lime has a sweet citrus aroma. It shares most of the same characteristics as lemon including fighting infections and colds. It also has antiviral and antibacterial properties that make it excellent for treating cold and flu symptoms. It is also commonly used as a digestive and appetite stimulant. The juice is principally used in the manufacture of citric acid, and for medicinal purposes.

Lemon oil fights infection, cools fever, and stops bleeding.  It tightens and tones tissues and softens and soothes skin.  Lemon oil promotes bowel movements and increases urination.  It lowers both blood sugar and blood pressure.  Lemon oil stimulates the immune system.

CAUTION:  Lemon oil may be irritating to sensitive skin.  It may also promote photosensitivity, leading to sunburn or uneven darkening of the skin.  Avoid using lemon oil on the skin before going out in the sun.

Ginger helps to calm an upset stomach and alleviate nausea.  It can avert the discomfort and queasiness of a hangover, motion sickness, or morning sickness.  Ginger stimulates circulation and improves the functions of the body.  It can increase sexual appetite.

Inhaling Geranium oil eases the anxiety and tension of mentally and physically demanding days.  Like most flower oils, geranium oil acts as an antidepressant.  Its uplifting effect frees the mind from negative or depressing thoughts.  Almost any stress-related condition responds to a few whiffs of geranium oil.  As an added bonus, geranium oil can stimulate feelings of sensuality.

Cinnamon Leaf has a warm, spicy aroma. It is germicidal, antiseptic, and anti-fungal. Add a bit of cinnamon leaf, sweet orange and clove to a diffuser or potpourri to purify the air and add a touch of warmth to your home. It is a strong skin irritant! Not recommended for direct application to the skin. It is a physical and emotional stimulant and gets the blood and mind in motion. Known as an aphrodisiac, it affects the libido and is also an antidepressant. The aroma in a room reduces drowsiness, irritability, pain and frequency of headaches. Makes a warming liniment to relax tight muscles, ease joint pain, menstrual cramps, and increase circulation. CAUTION: Avoid during pregnancy.

Bergamot is useful in treating chronic fatigue syndrome.  Used in a diffuser or as an inhalant, bergamot oil has been reported to help people who are trying to break the smoking habit.  Bergamot oil fights fatigue from stress, helps restore physical and emotional strength and is useful for restoring immunity in a person convalescing from a long illness.  During times of sadness or grieving, bergamot oil helps to heal emotional wounds and can inspire or restore loving feelings.  CAUTION:  Bergamot oil promotes sensitivity to the sun.  Avoid wearing it outdoors in sunlight, as this can lead to severe burning or uneven darkening of the skin.