HOW TO USE

Sa Chanh – Lemongrass

BIO ESSENTIAL OIL OF VIETNAM

01 LEMON GRASS

SPECIFICATIONS

Botanical name: Cymbopogon Citratus

Part used: Leaves Extraction method:

Steam distillation & pressure

Origin: Vietnam.

BLENDS WELL WITH

Basil, bergamot, black pepper, cedarwood, sage, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, lavender, lemon, thyme, orange, palmarosa, vetiver, ylang ylang

QUALITY CRITERIA

Color and appearance: Slightly yellowish clear liquid Fragrance: Lemony, citronella-like scent Density at 25°C:0.870-0.910 Main components: Citral: 65-85%, geraniol: 1.5 – 10%

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.

PRECAUTIONS

Do not ingest/drink.

Should not use directly on the skin.

Keep out of reach of children.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

HOW TO USE

Insect repellant (mosquitos, flies, etc.)

Use your oil burner (add 1-3 drops of Lemongrass essential oil into the oil burner’s bowl which contains warm water) or your aromatherapy diffuser (add 3-5 drops of Lemongrass essential oil in the diffuser’s tank which contains room-temperature water) to diffuse the oil. Add a few drops of Lemongrass essential oil on your blankets or clothes. Lemongrass essential oil is safe for babies, children, pregnant and breastfeeding women. Blend the oil with alcohol at the ratio of 1:1. Put the mixture at the corners of your house. This mixture can keep insects away effectively in a 15 to 20-meter-squareroom.

Note: Do not apply this method when there are children in your room.

Relieve stress & anxiety

Lemongrass essential oil can be used as massage oil by blending it with other essential oils (lavender or grapefruit oil) or with carrier oil (sunflower, olive or jojoba oil). Massage your whole body or your belly to enhance the cardiovascular system, boost digestive system, reduce fevers, headaches or flatulence Facial steam: Add 3-5 drops of Lemongrass essential oil to a bowl of hot water or a facial steamer to steam your face from 5 to 10 minutes. Inhale deeply. You can also use oil burner or aromatherapy diffuser to deodorize the air, make you feel relaxed and comfortable

Treat headaches – Prevent and treat heat rash – Deodorant & Fungicide: Treat foot fungus and food odor – Smooth out rough skin on your face – Promote healthy hair, enable hair re-growth and keep hair shiny and lustrous – Treat cold and fever symptoms – Reduce/Eliminate the symptoms and effects of digestive disorders.

02 CITRONELLA

SPECIFICATIONS

Botanical name: CymbopogonNardus

Part used: Leaves, stalks

Extraction method: Steam distillation & pressure

Origin: Vietnam

BLENDS WELL WITH

Orange, bergamot, bitter orange, cedarwood, geranium, lemon, lavender.

QUALITY CRITERIA

Color and appearance: Slightly yellowish clear liquid

Fragrance: Characteristic odor of citronella

Density at 20°C:0.875-0.895

Main component: Geraniol: 19-25%; Citronellal: 31-39%; Geranial: 0-11%; Citronellol: 8.5-13%

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.

PRECAUTIONS

Do not ingest/drink.

Should not use directly on the skin.

Keep out of reach of children

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

HOW TO USE

Insect repellent (mosquitos, flies, etc.)

Use oil burner (add 1-3 drops of Citronella Java essential oil in the oil burner’s bowl which contains warm water) or aromatherapy diffuser (add 3-5 drops of Citronella Java essential oil in

the diffuser’s tank which contains room temperature water) to diffuse the oil. Add a few drops of Citronella Java essential oil on your blankets or clothes. Citronella Java essential oil is safe for babies, children, pregnant and breast feeding women,

Blend Citronella Java essential oil with alcohol at the ratio of 1:1. Put the mixture at the corners of your house. This mixture can keep insects away effectively in a 15 to 20-meter-square room. Note: Do not apply this method when there are children in your room.

Relieve stress & anxiety

Massage: Citronella Java essential oil can be used as massage oil by blending it with other essential oils (lavender and grapefruit oil) or carrier oil (olive and jojoba oil). Massage your whole body or belly to

enhance the cardiovascular system, boost digestive systemand reduce fevers, headaches or flatulence.

Facial steam: Add 3-5 drops of Citronella Java essential oil into a bowl of hot water or into a facial steamer to steam your face from 5 to 10 minutes. Inhale deeply. You can also use oil burner or aromatherapy diffuser to deodorize the air, make you feel relaxed and comfortable.

Bath/Foot bath: Add 5-10 drops of Citronella essential oil to a steam bath and soak your body for 15-30 minutes. The fragrance will release stress and tension and help you relax. You can mix 1-3 drops of oil with 2ml warm water to soak your feet before going to bed. This will relieve plantar fasciitis and enhance the cardiovascular system.

Insect repellent (mosquitos,

flies, etc.)

Use oil burner (add 1-3 drops of Citronella Java essential oil in the oil burner’s bowl which contains warm water) or aromatherapy diffuser (add

3-5 drops of Citronella Java essential oil in

Relieve stress & anxiety

enhance the cardiovascular system, boost digestive systemand reduce fevers, headaches or flatulence.

Other uses

Get rid of fleas on dogs: Add a few drops of Citronella Java essential oil to dog collar. Do not use for cats because they are very sensitive to this scent. Boost the digestive system: Mix 2 drops of Citronella Java essential oil with 2-3 spoons of carrier oil. Use the mixture to massage your belly. Relieve headaches: Add 2-3 drops of Citronella to a warm/cold pad and put it on your forehead or temples. You can also mix Citronella Java essential oil with coconut oil and massage your temples, forehead and nape with the mixture. Treat oily skin: Add 2-3 drops of Citronella Java essential oil with Jojoba oil and massage your face with the mixture.

Remove odors from your car

Spray Citronella Java essential oil to scented sachets and put them in your car.

Other uses

03 MAY CHANG

SPECIFICATIONS

Botanical name: Piper Cubeba Linn

Part used: Fruits

Extraction method: Steam distillation & pressure

Origin: Vietnam

QUALITY CRITERIA

Color and appearance: Slightly yellow clear liquid

Fragrance: Characteristic odor of citral

Density at 20°C:0.860-0.910

Main components: Geranial; 30% to 45%, Neral: 23% to 37%, Limonene: 3% – 20%

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.

BLENDS WELL WITH

Clove basil, grapefruit peel, rosemary, agarwood, cajeput, ginger, ylang ylang, basil, jasmine, lemongrass, lavender

PRECAUTIONS

Do not ingest/drink.

Should not use directly on the skin.

Keep out of reach of children.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

HOW TO USE

Relieve pain

Mix May Chang essential oil, Camphor essential oil, Peppermint essential oil and Vegetable oil at the ratio of 1:30 (1ml essential oil/30ml vegetable oil). Put the mixture in a bottle. Massage sore body parts (shoulders, calves, nape, etc.) with the mixture to relieve pain.

Deodorize the air

Add a few drops of May Chang essential oil to aromatherapy diffuser or oil burner to deotorize your house. With therapeutic properties as an antiseptic, deodor ant, insecticide, parasitic and tonic, May Chang essential oil will purify the air, enable you to relax and relieve stress. You can diffuse the essential oil in all rooms of the house, including children’s rooms.

Cure fevers

Add some drops of May Chang essential oil to a bowl of warm water. Steam your face for 15 minutes. This helps enhance the cardiovascular system and reduce fevers. You can add a few drops of the oil to the warm water in the bathtub.

05 STAR ANNISE

SPECIFICATIONS

Botanical name: Illicium Verum

Part used: Seed Extraction method: Steam distillation & pressure Origin: Vietnam

BLENDS WELL WITH

Cardamom, cedarwood, coriander, caraway, mandarin, lemon leaves, rosewood

QUALITY CRITERIA

Color and appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid

Fragrance: Characteristic odor of Star Anise

Density at 20°C: 0.960-0.991

Main component: Trans-anethol> 80%

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.

PRECAUTIONS

Do not ingest/drink.

Should not use directly on the skin.

Keep out of reach of children.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

HOW TO USE

Treat digestive problems

Star Anise essential oil can improve your digestion and help people who suffer from slow digestion or vomiting. How to use: Add 1-2 drops of Star Anise essential oil in warm water to drink everyday. When you have a stomachache, massage your belly with Star Anise essential oil.

Relieve stress & anxiety Star

Anise essential oil can be helpful for those suffering from stress, anxiety, depression and sleeping disorder. How to use: Diffuse Star Anise essential oil to deodorize your room.

Antirheumatic

Star Anise essential oil can help relieve rheumatic and arthritis pain by improving blood circulation and reducing the sensation of pain in the affected areas. How to use: Massage the affected areas with a few drops of Star Anise essential oil.

Skincare

The antiseptic, antifungal properties of Star Anise essential oil can help prevent and treat skin diseases such as fungal skin, eczema, ect. How to use: Massage the affected areas with Star Anise essential oil or the mixture of Star Anise essential oil and carrier oil. Repeat the process once or twice daily. You can add 3-4 drops of Star Anise essential oil to the water in your bathtub to keep your skin healthy.

06 CINNAMON

SPECIFICATIONS

Botanical name: Oleum Cinnamomum

Part used: Leaves, branches, barks

Extraction method: Steam distillation & pressure

Origin: Vietnam

BLENDS WELL WITH

Agarwood, lavender, cendarwood, cajeput, orange, mandarin, ylang ylang

QUALITY CRITERIA

Color and appearance: Clear yellow to reddish brown liquid Fragrance: Characteristic odor of cinnamon

Density at 20°C: 1.040-1.072

Main component: Aldehyd cinamic > 70%

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.

PRECAUTION

Do not ingest/ drink.

Should not use directly on the skin.

Keep out of reach of children.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

HOW TO USE

Treat common colds and sore throat

Cinnamon essential oil has anesthetic, antiseptic, antimicrobial and antioxidant properties, making it an ideal essential oil for colds and flu relief.

Cinnamon essential oil can help prevent mucus, clear nasal congestion, fight inflammation and relieve pain, making it an effective sore throat remedy. How to use: Drop a few drops of Cinnamon essential oil to a big bowl of hot water. Steam your face from 10 to 15 minutes. This method will be most effective in the morning.

Lip care Mix

Cinnamon essential oil with carrier oil such as olive, coconut and argan to make a lip balm. Put the mixture on lips before bedtime to relieve chapped or cracked lips.

Boost the digestive system Cinnamon is an effective remedy for treating stomach problems like indigestion, upset stomach, diarrhea, and flatulence. When having stomachaches or flatulence, massage your belly with the mixture of Cinnamon essential oil and water for 5-10 minutes. Treat muscle cramps and arthritis Make a mixture of Cinnamon essential oil with water at the ratio of 1:3. Massage the affected areas with the mixture. Women can use this mixture to massage the belly to relieve pain during periods.

Relieve depression and anxiety

Add a few drops of Cinnamon essential oil to the water in the bathtub or use Cinnamon essential oil to massage the neck, temples or forehead to help combat stress and anxiety.

Other uses

Insect repellant & deodorant detox, alleviate dizziness and vomiting.

07 PEPPERMINT

09 GRAPEFRUIT

SPECIFICATIONS

Botanical name: Citrus racemosa

Part used: Grapefruit peel

Extraction method: Steam distillation & pressure

Origin: Vietnam

BLENDS WELL WITH

Orange, mandarin, rosemary, araucaria heterophylla, lavender, geranium nepalense sweet.

QUALITY CRITERIA

Color and appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid

Fragrance: Characteristic odor of grapefruit

Density at 20°C:0.923-0.926

Main components: Xitrala and este>26%.

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.

PRECAUTIONS

Do not ingest/drink.

Should not use directly on the skin.

Keep out of reach of children.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

HOW TO USE

Prevent hair loss, nourish and soften hair

Grapefruit essential oil will help your hair smooth and shiny, retain length, reduce hair loss, stimulate hair growth, especially cure baldness and repair damaged hair.

This product is suitable for all ages, including postpartum women. Dilute 5-7 drops of Grapefruit essential oil with 10ml of water. Use the mixture to massage scalp then let the hair dry. Do not rewash the hair. Repeat the process 2-3 times/week.

Natural sleep remedy

Add a few drops of Orange essential oil to a towel. Put the towel on your the bed when sleeping. The scent of Orange essential oil will help you relax and have a deep sleep.

Treat acne and rash

The amount of Vitamin A and C in Grapefruit essential oil peels can treat acne and rashes effectively. Dilute a few drops of Grapefruit essential oil with one spoon of carrier oil (olive, coconut, etc.) and apply to your skin for 15 minutes. The oil will reduce acne and control oil secretion.

Stress relief and insect repellent

Grapefruit essential oil scent can detox the air. Use aromatherapy diffuser or oil burner to diffuse scents, improve blood circulation and relieve stress. This method also helps get rid of insects (mosquitoes, cockroaches).

Skin care

Grapefruit essential oil contains Vitamin C, which boosts immunity, reduces the appearance of photo-aging and protects the body from UVA rays. You can use facial steamers or add a few drops of Grapefruit essential oil to warm water and steam your face for 15-20 minutes

10 ORANGE

SPECIFICATIONS

Botanical name: Citrus aurantium

Part used: Peel

Extraction method: Steam distillation & pressure

Origin: Vietnam

BLENDS WELL WITH

Lavender, bergamot, rosewood, lemon, sage, myrrh, sandalwood sap, sandalwood, nutmeg, cinnamon, clove

QUALITY CRITERIA

Color and appearance: Pale yellow liquid

Fragrance: Characteristic odor of orange

Density at 25°C: 0.820-0.860

Main component: D-limonene about 90%

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.

PRECAUTIONS

Do not ingest/ drink.

Should not use directly on the skin.

Keep out of reach of children.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

HOW TO USE

Insect repellant

The scent of Orange essential oil can repel many types of insects such as mosquitoes, cockroaches, ect. Leave a few drops of Orange essential oil to the aromatherapy diffuser or oil burner to clean the air and keep insects out of your home.

Skincare

Dilute a few drops of Orange essential oil with a teaspoon of carrier oil (olive, coconut, moisturiz er oil, etc.), then massage your dry elbows and heels everyday.

Pain relieve

Arthritis and rheumatism may annoy you in winter. Use a few drops of Orange essential oil to massage the pain areas to ease the pain. If you usually wear high heels, massage your heels with Orange essential oil will help relieve your pain.

14 CAJEPUT

SPECIFICATIONS

Botanical name: Melaleucacajuputi

Part used: Leaves

Extraction method: Steam distillation & pressure

Origin: Vietnam

BLENDS WELL WITH

Cedarwood, clove, oregano, rosemary, basil

QUALITY CRITERIA

Color and appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid

Fragrance: Characteristic odor of cajeput

Density at 20°C: 0.900-0.925

Main component: Cineole >50%

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.

PRECAUTIONS

Do not ingest/ drink.

Keep out of reach of children.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

HOW TO USE

Prevent and treat respiratory diseases (sinusitis, stuffy nose, sore throat and asthma)

Add Cajeput essential oil in a 10-15ml bottle or add a few drops of essential oil on a tissue or cotton pad for inhaling and smelling. You can also put the bottle, tissues and cotton pad at the corners of your room, on your table, bed, etc. The aroma of essential oil will help prevent and treat respiratory diseases effectively.

Relieve stress and anxiety

Add 1-2ml of Cajeput essential oil and other essential oils (orange, grapefruit or petitgrain oil) to a facial steamer. The scent will help you relax, reduce stress and anxiety. You can also leave a few drops of Cajeput Essential Oil in the aromatherapy diffuser or oil burner to purify the air, eliminate bacteria and relieve stress. You can blend Cajeput essential oil with cinnamon/grapefruit or rosemary essential oil when diffusing.

Treat arthritis

Apply a few drops of Cajuput essential oil on painful muscles or joints and massage for 10-20 minutes. For children or people who have sensitive skin, dilute Cajeput essential oil with vegetable oil (coconut, grape seed or almond oil) before use.

Prevent motion sickness

Inhale Cajeput essential oil or rub a few drops of Cajeput essential oil on wrists, shoulders and the nape to prevent motion sickness.

Prevent colds and flu

Apply a few drops of Cajuput essential oil directly to the arms, calves, soles of feet when weather changes, sudden cold, before sleep or going out. This method can be used for

adults, the elderly, the sick, postpartum women and young children.

Treat rashes caused by fungal infections or bug bites

Rub some drops of Cajeput essential oil directly on rashes.

Skin care

Dilute a few drops of Cajeput essential oil with warm water to have a bath or soak your feet to make your skin smooth and get rid of rashes and acnes. This method can be used for adults, the elderly, the sick, postpartum women and young children. Use once a day, every day

21 MADARIN

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical name: Citrus deliciosa tonore

Part used: Skin

Related patents: SC 21715, GPHI 2112, GPHI 2113, SC 1966 issued by NOIT

Extraction method: Steam distillation & pressure

Origin: Vietnam

BLENDS WELL WITH

Orange, grapefruit, lime, lemongrass, cinnamon, lavender, basil, cedarwood, jasmine, clary sage, ylang ylang and chamomile.

QUALITY CRITERIA

Color and appearance: Pale yellow liquid

Fragrance: Has characteristics of mandarin skin

Density at 25 C: 0.865-0.872

Main components: Limonen > 70%

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.

PRECAUTIONS

Do not ingest/drink.

Keep out of reach of children.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use

HOW TO USE

Homemade toothpaste or mouthwash

To remove bacteria and odor from your mouth, add several drops of pure Mandarin essential oil to your mouthwash or toothpaste. This will help protect your teeth and gums from toothaches, ulcers, sores and viral blisters.

Fade blemishes and marks

The mixture of Mandarin essential oil and coconut oil can be used to brighten the skin, fade blemishes and make the skin softer. You can put the mixture in the bath and soak the body for 20 minutes.

Relieve stress and anxiety

Inhale directly or add 10ml of Mandarin essential oil to cotton balls to inhale the scent. It will help you relax and combat stress (you can use diffusers).

Relieve depression and anxiety

Add 3-5drops of Mandarin essential oil to 50ml water and di use the mixture to impart a fresh scent to your house, to help you relax and relieve stress.

Skin care

Mandarin essential oil can eliminate signs of ageing and treat pimples. Add 1 drop of Mandarin essential oil to the mixture of yogurt, honey, rice bran and carrier oil to make a natural facial mask. This will nourish your skin and make it healthy.

Other uses

Reduce nausea, prevent infection, improve blood circulation, eliminate toxins, anti-aging, antibacterial, anti-cancer, good for the liver, enhance immunity…

22 CAMPHOR

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical name: Cinnamomum Camphors

Part used: Skin and trunk

Related patents: SC 21715, GPHI 2112, GPHI 2113, SC 1966 issued by NOIT

Extraction method: Steam distillation & pressure

Origin: Vietnam

BLENDS WELL WITH

Basil, chamomile, lavender, eucalyptus, cajeput

QUALITY CRITERIA

Color and appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid

Fragrance: Has characteristics of camphor

Density at 20 C: 0.870-0.910

Main components: Camphor > 35%

STORAGE

Store in a cool, dry area away from direct sunlight.

PRECAUTIONS

Do not ingest/ drink

Keep out of reach of children.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

HOW TO USE

Alleviate respiratory distress (sinusitis, nasal congestion, sore throat and bronchial asthma)

Put Camphor essential oil in a 10-15ml bottle or put some drops of Camphor essential oil on tissues or absorbent cotton wool. Inhale the scent deeply. You can also put the bottle, tissues and cotton-wool at the corner of rooms,tables, beds etc.to impart a fresh scentto your houseand protect the respiratory system.

Arthritis treatment

Rub some drops of Camphor essential oil over swollen and aching joints for 10-20 minutes. For children or people who have sensitive skin, dilute Camphor essential oil with vegetable oils like coconut, grape seed and almond before use.

Cold/ flu treatment

Rub some drops of Camphor essential oil on arms, calves and the bottoms of feet when the climate changes suddenly, before going to bed or going out. This method can be applied to adults, the elderly, patients, women in postpartum and children.

Treat headaches

Blend Camphor essential oil with water or lotion. Massage your temples or forehead with this mixture to help you relax and

Other uses

Prevent skin infections, reduce spasms, increase libido, reduce inflammation, treat insect bites…