SAGITTARIUS (23 November – 22 December)
Ruler: Jupiter
Colour: Blue
Element: Fire
Season: Summer
Aromatic: Ylang Ylang, Cinnamon and Rose
Ylang Ylang (Cananga Odorata)
Ylang Ylang, known as the ‘flower of flowers’ in folklore, is a sweet floral oil that will lift the sprits and counteract general irritability. It is a popular treatment for insomnia and depression, slowing down breathing and helping to reduce panic-related palpitations. In the Philippines where it originates, the ylang ylang flower is much revered and historically the oil extracted from the magnificent flowers has been blended with coconut oil and used to fight malaria and prevent wounds from becoming infected.
Cinnamon (Cinnamomum Zeylanicum)
The benefits of Cinnamon have been recognised since ancient times and it has also been used as a perfume and incense. It is warming for the body and uplifting for the mind, helping to soothe nervous exhaustion and feelings of failure. It is also used to ease a sluggish digestion, aches and pains and a shivering fever and is beneficial for stiff joints and muscles due to age or over-exertion. It is also warming for areas of poor circulation and is comforting if distressed. Cinnamon has been regarded as a ‘precious oil’ by many cultures and as such it makes a luxurious addition to any massage, room or bathing blend.
Rose (Rosa Centifolia)
Rose Oil, which is extracted from the petals by distillation or solvents, is in my personal opinion beyond compare for treating stress related conditions, particularly depression and anxiety. It has a very gentle but strong uplifting effect on the psyche and a balancing effect which can help individuals to “see problems in proportion". Many aromatherapists believe that Rose can mimic the effect of hormones so it is often used to treat psychological problems linked to female bodily functions such menstruation, child birth, PMS or post natal depression.
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