Ingredients We Use #35: Chamomile Blue

Chamomile Blue has an aroma that is refreshing, aromatic, and deeply sweet. Chamomile Blue is dark blue in color, and thick in consistency. Extraction of the oil is from steam distillation of the flowers. Chamomile Blue has been used to treat: sensitive skin, headaches, insomnia, migraines, irritability, menopause, liver and spleen congestion, colitis, colic, depression, and fire ant bites. Some Source Vital products that contain Chamomole Blue are: Aromatic Emulsion/Dry Sensitive, First Aid Spray, and Soothing Cream.

Ingredients We Use #34: Cedarwood Texas

An Essential Oil from right here in the Lone Star State! Cedarwood Texas is dark orange to golden brown in color, with a thick consistency. Cedarwood Texas has a deep, woody, pleasant, aroma, like sandalwood. The oil is extracted by steam distillation from the heartwood, and wood shavings. Cedarwood Texas has antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, diuretic, expectorant, sedative (nervous), and stimulant (circulatory) qualities. Recommended use: Diluted with care and in moderation. Do not use during pregnancy. Some Source Vital products that contain Cedarwood Texas are: Fluid Balance Body Mist, Fresh Air, and Sacred Woods.

Ingredients We Use #33: Ylang Ylang

Ylang Ylang is yellowish in color and has a syrupy consistency. Ylang Ylang's aroma is voluptuous, exotic, intense, and jasmine-like. It can be overpowering and heavy. The oil is extracted by distillation or solvent extraction from flowers.

Ylang Ylang has beneficial effects on the brain, skin, nervous system, circulation, sexual organs, adrenals, and immune system. Ylang Ylang has antiseptic, anti-depressant, sedative, stimulant, and aphrodisiac qualities. Some Source Vital products that contain Ylang Ylang are: Bio Essentials Oil Control(OC), Detox Bath Oil, and Passion essential oil blend.

Ingredients We Use #32: Melissa

Melissa is pale yellow in color, with a light, fresh, lemony, herbaceous, and slightly sweet aroma. The oil is extracted by steam distillation from leaves and flowering tops. Melissa is non-toxic but should not be used if: pregnant, breast feeding, by children under 2 years of age, or used on hyper-sensitive, diseased or damaged skin. Melissa is useful to treat allergies, insect bites, asthma, bronchitis, throat infections, and hypertension. Two Source Vital products that contain Melissa are: Silt Mask and Stress Relief Bath Oil.

Ingredients We Use #31: Palmarosa

Palmarosa is pale yellow or olive in color. Palmarosa has a sweet, floral, rosy, geranium-like scent. The oil is extracted by steam or water distillation of fresh or dried grass. Palmarosa has beneficial effects on: acne, dermatitis, minor skin infections, scars, sores, wrinkles, anorexia, digestive atonia, intestinal infections, nervous exhaustion, and stress-related conditions. Palmarosa is non-toxic, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing. Some Source Vital products that contain Palmarosa are: Bio Essentials(SD), Dry Scalp, and Tranquil.

Ingredients We Use #30: Rosemary

Rosemary is colorless to pale yellow in color. Rosemary has a strong, fresh, minty-camphoraceous, balsamic, and slightly woody aroma. The oil is extracted by steam distillation of fresh flowering tops, or whole plants. Rosemary has analgesic, antibacterial, anticatarrhal, antirheumatic, and general tonic properties. Rosemary is non-toxic and non-irritating. Some Source Vital products that contain Rosemary are: Aroma Peel, Cool Mask, and Fresh Air.

Ingredients We Use #29: Cypress

Cypress is colorless to pale yellow to greenish-olive in color. Cypress has a smokey, sweet balsamic, woody, slightly citrus, aroma with a hint of spice. The oil is extracted by steam distillation from leaves, cones, and branches. Cypress has astringent, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, diuretic, and astringent properties. Some Source Vital products that contain Cypress are: Body Sculpting Gel, Fluid Reduction Gel, and First Aid Spray.

Ingredients We Use #28: Juniper Needle

Juniper Needle is colorless to slightly greenish-yellow in color. It's aroma has been described as: fresh, piney, balsamic, bittersweet, woody, and earthy. Juniper Needle has beneficial effects on the Lymphatic system, spleen, joints, and kidneys.
Some Source Vital products that contain Juniper Needle are: Fluid Reduction Gel, Cucumber Eye Cream, and Bio Essentials Fortifying.

Ingredients We Use #27: Rosewood

Rosewood is colorless to pale yellow in color. Rosewood has a sweet, woody-floral scent with a spicy hint. The oil is extracted by steam distillation of the wood chips. Rosewood has antidepressent, antimicrobial, antiseptic and tissue regeneration properties. Bio Essentials Oil Control, Hydrative Mask, Tranquil

Ingredients We Use #26: Clary Sage

Colorless or pale yellow-green in color. Warm, camphoraceous, bittersweet, musky and slightly spicy aroma. Aquired by steam distillation from flowering tops and leaves. Some Source Vital products that contain Clary Sage are: Algae Deep Cleanse for Men, Bio Essentials Soothing, and Fluid Reduction Gel

Ingredients We Use #25: Sunflower Oil

Sunflower Oil: Pale oil color. Contains vitamins & minerals. Quick absorption factor. Good for all skin types, especially delicate, dry skin. High in Vitamin E. Up to 100% dilution in blends. Some Source Vital products that contain Sunflower Oil are: Asthma & Sinus Relief, Bio Essentials Anti-Fungal, and Shave Balm for Women.

Ingredients We Use #24: Vitamin E

Vitamin E (a.k.a. Tocopherol) is a major anti-oxidant nutrient. Retards cellular aging due to oxidation. Natural Vitamin E oil extends the shelf life of other carrier oils and aromatherapy blends due to its antioxidant properties. It promotes cell regeneration and healing. It has shown to prevent scarring and may fade existing scars. Keep container closed and store in cool place. Some Source Vital products that contain Vitamin E are: Algae Deep Cleanse, Massage Oil Simple, and Relax Scalp

Ingredients We Use #23: Kukui Nut Oil

Kukui Nut Oil: contains Vitamins A,E, & F (fatty acids). Revitalizes and restores skin’s normal activity. High linoleic & linlleic acids causes rapid absorption into skin with no greasy feel. Has been used topically for hemorrhoids & skin disorders, such as psoriasis, eczema and acne. Kukui Nut Oil is an important ingredient in all of our Massage Oils. See more here.