At Meraki Essentials we callFrankincensethe “Mystical Potion” as it is one of the most powerful oils to achieve a state of stillness and meditation. The oil has the ability to inspire mystical and divine mind states and has been used in Church Candles for ages.
Frankincense has an earthy, balsamic, revitalizing, mystical and uplifting aroma.This oil literally smells divine and has been used through the ages as an offering to God. Traditionally used to drive away bad spirits, Frankincense is considered to be a valuable aid in meditation and prayer.
• Slowing and deepening the breath • Driving away fear, stress and anxiety • Breaking links to the past, Inspiration to live in the now & appreciate the beauty of the present moment. • Uplifting mood, balancing and regulating effect in people who suffer from extreme emotions and perpetual restlessness • Channelizing excessive energy & heightening concentration • Awakening insight, introspection, lowers anxiety, anger and stress • Countering colds, bronchitis, asthma and sore throats • Soothing cough and phlegm deposited in the respiratory tracts • Inducing mental peace, relaxation, satisfaction and spirituality.
• Promoting regeneration of healthy cells • Keeping the existing cells and tissues healthy • Countering obstructed and delayed menstruation • Assisting menopausal issues • Eliminating of gas and prevents it from building up in the body • Faster fading of scars, after marks of boils, acne and pox marks • Frankincense essential oil is a wonderful treatment for healing and fading scars, including stretch marks. This healing oil helps prevent tissue damage while helping to repair skin stretched to its limit. Consistent use of this oil will not only fade stretch marks, but will prevent new ones from forming.
At Meraki Essentials we callCypress the “Resurrection Potion” as it helps transitioning through difficult times in life and helps in the flow of stagnant energy. The oil of Cypress has a relaxing herbaceous, clean, spicy and masculine fragrance aroma said to induce feelings of security, grounding and nostalgia. Cypress is spiritually grounding and helps us accept change by allowing us to go with the flow and feeling more secure with ourselves. Cypress symbolizes a long life, the immortality of the soul, and is a sign of incorruptibility and purity of the soul.
• Stimulating feelings of happiness and ease • Inducing calm, removing mental & psychic blocks • Purifying, protecting & refreshing effects on the mind, instilling strength & wisdom • Pacifying when recovering from shock, trauma, or major setback in life • Flow of stagnant energy • Meditating though difficult transitions and painful changes • Promote spiritual understanding, acts as a tonic to the soul
• Inducing calm & relaxed feeling • Regulating heavy and painful menstruation • Reducing hot flushes during menopause • Increasing sweat and perspiration & allows the body to flush out toxins, excess salt and water
A powerful astringent & venous decongestant, Cypress is used as an ingredient in various ointments for Varicose Veins & haemorrhoids.. Due to its fresh, clean and woody aroma it is also used in many men skin care products as it also helps acne, oily and over hydrated skin
At Meraki Essentials we callYlang Ylangthe “Love Potion” as it is known for its flowery and invigorating fragrance which is said to release inhibition and helps bring in passion. The Essential Oil of Ylang Ylang has a very soothing, euphoric and exotic aroma, believed to balance male & female energies and help in building a state of harmony. Believed to be beneficial in high blood pressure and normalizing serum secretion for skin problems, Ylang Ylang helps women in finding their inner femininity, confidence and sensuality. Known for its calming, uplifting and peaceful effects, Ylang Ylang helps release negative emotions – anger, possessiveness, low self-esteem and nourishes the positive emotions – confidence, spiritual awareness.
• Uplifting effect on mood, inducing feelings of joy & hope • Managing anxiety, sadness & chronic stress • Managing acute depression after a shock or an accident • Coming out of nervous breakdown • Counteracting anger when meditating • Self expression of repressed inner feelings • Relieving insomnia & chronic fatigue
• Reducing skin irritation & inflammation • Hair thickening • Increasing blood circulation • Inducing body’s response to stress and calming heart beat • Promoting healthy intestinal function
At Meraki Essentials we callPatchoulithe “Grounding Potion” as its aroma takes you under a beautiful tree where you can smell the rich Earth, it makes you feel at one with Mother Nature. The Essential Oil of Patchouli has a warm, earthy, woody, spicy, balsamic, calming and relaxing fragrance. Used extensively in the perfume industry due to its sensuous and oriental tones. The strong sweet, spicy and musky aroma of Patchouli essential oil eliminates / masks body odor. The soothing, stabilizing and slightly hypnotic effects of Patchouli help in getting over feelings of sadness or loss, drive away disappointment and fill one with new hope. Patchouli helps us ground and center ourselves and is said to awaken kundalini energy and assist manifestation.
• Reducing stress, anxiety and depression. • Balancing effect on emotions • Banishing lethargy, Dispelling negativity • Stimulating spiritual growth - great for divination and self-hypnosis • Soothing hypersensitivity / hyper-reactivity • Sedating convulsions, coughs and epileptic attacks
• Inflammation, Sores, eczema and other skin condition • Helps mature and oily skin - this powerful essential oil may stimulate contractions in muscles, nerves and skin • Promoting growth by stimulating the generation of new cells • Inhibiting fungal growth and infections and athlete’s foot • This healing oil encourages speedy recovery of the skin, preventing the development of scars. Patchouli essential oil encourages the growth of healthy new skin cells while adding moisture to skin
• Patchouli essential oil is historically known to protect wounds and ulcers from developing infections and becoming septic. • May help reduce body temperature in cases of fever by fighting the infections that cause the fever. • Effective in protecting clothes and carpets from insect damage
At Meraki Essentials we callClovethe “Spicy Potion” as it is called the super spice of healing due to its anti-septic, analgesic and stimulant properties. The oil of Clove Leaf has a warm, sweet, spicy, deep and inviting fragrance. Best known for its excellent effects for toothache, Clove has so many other lesser known but potent characteristics and finds usage in perfumes, soaps, cosmetics, & flavoring agents.
• Refreshing the mind, stimulating brain function • Comforting mental exhaustion and fatigue, stirring the soul into action • Relieving stress • Curbing memory loss, depression and anxiety. • Comforting insomnia • Encouraging healing and stimulating kundalini energy • Bringing to the mind the message of moving forward, making things happen, and achieving. • Awakening of the senses to completion and oneness • Preventing cold and influenza
We at Meraki Essentials call Vetiver the 'Calming & Cooling Potion' as it is really good at cooling feelings of anxiety and nervousness. It is also used to keep the body cool during high temperatures & is known for healing from within.
The essential oil of vetiver is obtained from steam distillation of the roots of Vetiveria zizanoides. Also known as ‘khus’ Vetiver is extensively used in the perfume and cosmetic industry. Vetiver oil has been used in traditional medicine in South Asia, Southeast Asia and West Africa for thousands of years. It is known as a sacred herb valued because of its uplifting, soothing, healing and protective properties.
• Relaxing & calming mind • Relief from Insomnia • Balancing hormones • Repelling termites • Boosting Immune • Strengthening nervous system • Calming neurotic behaviour
• Rejuvenating skin • Reducing appearance of dark spots • Fading stretch marks • Healing cracks and similar skin issues • Relief in minor Burns • Healing of minor wounds & cuts • Calming Anxiety • Calming Nervousness • Relief from Muscular aches • Bringing down Fever • Relaxation & relief from arthritic pain • Relief from headaches.
Put a drop on wrist, chest or back neck for quick help in mood Blend 3 to 5 drops of vetiver in equal amount of jojoba oil. Apply on your feet and back for a good sleep.