Palm Cove Spa Guide

A

Avocado

Used to moisturise skin

B

Basil

Invigorates body and spirit; refreshes the mind allowing for concentration. A great stress reliever.

Bay Leaf

Great for memory. Good solution for hair and scalp. Helps with respiratory disorders and depression.

Used to moisturise skin

C

Cardamom

Used to aid digestion and very refreshing and invigorating.

Carrot

Can help restore elasticity to skin. Beneficial for dry and mature aged skin.

Celery

Used to stimulate milk flow, balance hormones, relieve liver and elimination system problems.

Cinnamon

Is warming and stimulating with a cleansing effect. Is a strong antiseptic.

Citronella

Light, fresh and uplifting oil. Is useful as an insect repellent or deodoriser.

Coriander

In the bath it is invigorating and stimulating and relieves stiffness and muscle aches.

Cumin

Treats mental and physical exhaustion. Could stimulate the metabolism.

E

Eucalyptus

Blend oil and rub on chest as a vaporiser to keep area germ free. It is also a powerful antiseptic, widely used in baths and massage.

F

Fennel

Is used to reduce cellulite and firm breasts. Traditionally used at the end of an Indian meal to aid digestion.

Frankincense

Slows breathing, controls tension and helps concentration. Excellent for toning and caring for mature/aging skin.

G

Gardenia

Use to lift your spirits.

Ginger

Fortifying and great for nausea and sickness, it is a comforting oil and great for massaging on the muscles.

Grapefruit

Light, refreshing and lifts spirits. Aroma can help with nervous exhaustion. Has a toning effect on both skin and tissues.

J

Jasmine

Relaxes, alleviates, uplifts and helps self-confidence; emotionally warming. Good for stress and general anxiety, also an aphrodisiac.

Juniper

Tones and stimulates. An antiseptic and astringent oil for bath and treats cellulite. Has a cleansing effect on the body and restores psychic purity.

L

Lavender

Relaxes and calms or stimulates according to your body's needs. Excellent for refreshing tired muscles, feet and head. Can be used to treat burns and reduces scarring.

Lemon

Cleanses, refreshes, cools and stimulates can be used as an astringent and antiseptic oil. Great for nails.

M

A mild and calming oil, suited for oily skin. When used during massage aids digestive system and can be used in massage oil to help prevent stretch marks.

Myrtle

This is helpful in meditation and lifting spirits. Helps to clear sinuses.

N

Nutmeg

Helps sleep, also good for digestion and calming.

O

Orange

A mild and calming oil, suited for oily skin. When used during massage aids digestive system and can be used in massage oil to help prevent stretch marks.

Oregano

Assists improvement of circulation, digestion, mental clarity and alertness. Relieves muscle aches and pains and increases physical endurance and energy. Is very warming.

P

Patchouli

An exotic oil which alleviates and uplifts the spirit and has sensual properties.

Peppermint

Is stimulating and acts to refresh and restore the mind and body. Excellent for refreshing tired head and feet.

Pine

It stimulates, refreshes and cleanses. Powerful antiseptic and deodoriser.

R

Rose Absolute

Is emotionally soothing and works to tone, cleanse and uplift the spirit. Great skincare oil, perfect for dry/mature skin.

Rosemary

Revives and restores great for tired feet and muscles; helps stimulate mind. Is an ideal pick-me-up. Great for combating fatigue.

Rosewood

Pleasant and floral. Relaxing and deodorizing. Works to combat tired muscles. Steadies and balances nerves and works as a good anti-depressant.

S

Sage

Regulates the central nervous system.

Sandalwood

Creates a sensual atmosphere and is said to be an aphrodisiac. Great skin care oil, also used on damaged hair and as a fragrance.

Spearmint

Energises the mind and body.

T

Tangerine

Used as an astringent for oily skin.

Tea Tree

Good for acne, cold sores, warts, and burns. Useful cleansing agent for skin. Helps combat foot odour and athlete's foot. Powerful antiseptic, antifungal and anti-viral.

Thyme

An effective antiseptic that can be vaporised and used in the household.

Y

Ylang Ylang

Used for its sensual properties. Soothing and relaxing. Ideal for both oily and dry skins and as a hair rinse.