18 Idiot’s Guides: Making Natural Beauty Products
Name Qualities/Benefits Color Scent
Geranium (Pelargonium Also known as rose geranium; Light Floral
graveolens) antidepressant, analgesic, antiseptic, yellow
and an insecticide; commonly used
for pain relief, acne, oily skin, dull
skin, cellulite, and lice
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) Antibacterial, antioxidant, antiseptic, Light Very warm,
analgesic; commonly used as a yellow earthy, and
warming oil and for pain relief spicy
Grapefruit (Citrus Antidepressant, antiseptic, Light Citrus
paradisi) disinfectant; helps dull skin, yellow
cellulite; eliminates water; disinfects
Helichrysum (Helichrysum Antifungal, antiviral, and Light Herbal
italicum) antibacterial; helps scars, acne, yellow
dermatitis, eczema, and irritated
skin; promotes cell growth
Jasmine (Jasminum Antiseptic; relieves muscle cramps; Dark Flowery
grandiflorum) helps dry skin and dermatitis, brown
sensitive skin, and pain
Juniper berry (Juniperus Antiseptic, antispasmodic, and an Clear Woodsy
communis) astringent; helps acne, blocked
pores, eczema, psoriasis, and
inflammation
Labdanum (Cistus Also known as rose of Sharon and Clear Citrus
ladaniferus) citrus oil; antibacterial, antifungal,
and antiviral; commonly used for
wrinkles, mature skin, and room
sprays
Lavender (Lavandula Analgesic, antispasmodic, antiviral, Very light Herbal
officinalis) antibacterial, and antifungal; used yellow floral
for inflammations, acne, dry skin,
eczema, blisters, and lice; do not
use on children or the elderly
Lavender, Bulgarian Analgesic, antispasmodic, antiviral, Very pale Herbal
(Lavender angustifolia) antibacterial, and antifungal; yellow floral
commonly used for inflammations,
acne, dry skin, eczema, and lice; safe
enough to use on children and the
elderly; do not use on babies younger
than 3 months
Lavender, super Antispasmodic; commonly used for Very light Floral
(Lavandula hybrid var. cuts, bruises, dermatitis, scars, yellow
Super French) scabies, stretch marks, insect bites,
and as an insect repellent
Lavendin, grosso Antiseptic; stimulant; commonly Very light Sweet herbal,
(Lavandula hybrid var. used for inflammations, acne, yellow floral
Grosso French) dry skin, eczema, and lice
Bulgarian lavender
is the lavender I
use to make bath
oil for my grandson
who has ADHD. It
soothes him and
helps him sleep.
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Name Qualities/Benefits Color Scent
Lemon (Citrus limonum) Antineuralgic, antirheumatic, Dark yellow Lemony
antiseptic, antibacterial, insecticidal,
and an astringent; commonly used
for warts, corns, pimples, oily skin,
athlete’s foot, and varicose veins;
can be a sensitizer
Lemongrass Anti-inflammatory; commonly used Yellow Earthy lemon
(Cymbopogon citratus) for enlarged pores, oily skin,
athlete’s foot, scabies, stress, and
as an insect repellent
Lemongrass, East Indian Commonly used for enlarged pores, Yellow Earthy lemon
(Cymbopogon flexuosus) oily skin, athlete’s foot, scabies,
stress, and as an insect repellent
Lime (Citrus aurantifolia) Typically used for acne and men’s Light green Fruity lime
cologne; can be a sensitizer
Litsea cubeba Antiseptic, astringent, and Light yellow Citrus
(Litsea cubeba) insecticide; commonly used for
acne, oily skin, and excess sweat;
do not use straight on the skin;
add to a carrier oil
Mandarin, red Antiseptic and antispasmodic; Green Sweet citrus
(Citrus reticulate) commonly used for, acne, wrinkles,
scars, and stress
Manuka (Leptospermum Antibacterial, antiseptic, antifungal, Clear Earthy, balsamic
scoparium) and antiviral; typically used for acne,
oily skin, itching, insect bites, cuts
and sores, athlete’s foot, and ring-
worm; similar in properties to tea
tree oil and can be substituted for
it in formulations
Marjoram, Spanish Analgesic and antiseptic; known to Light yellow Herbal
(Thymus mastichina) suppress sexual desire, reduces
pain, and has a warming effect;
do not use if pregnant
Marjoram, sweet Antiseptic; has a warming effect Very light Herbal
(Origanum majorana) and is known to help reduce sexual yellow
desire; effective against athlete’s
foot, abrasions, and aches and pains;
oen used in colognes, perfumes, and
massage oil; do not use if pregnant
Melissa (Melissa Useful against various strains of flu; Yellow Herbal
officinalis) used for acne, dermatitis, eczema,
insect bites, infected teeth,
colognes, and room sprays
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Name Qualities/Benefits Color Scent
Myrrh (Commiphora Antiseptic, astringent, disinfectant, Brown Earthy and
myrrha) and deodorant; commonly used for balsamic
infected teeth, infected gums,
eczema, athlete’s foot, jock itch,
ringworm, dry skin, itching, and
hemorrhoids
Myrtle (Myrtus communis) Antibacterial, antiseptic, and an Light Sweet but
astringent; commonly used for yellow camphorous
room sprays; very mild and can
be used for children and the elderly
Neroli (Citrus aurantium) Antiseptic and deodorant; Dark brown Sweet citrus
commonly used for acne, mature
skin, scars, stretch marks, stress,
and as a muscle relaxant; good for
all skin types
Niaouli (Melaleuca Helps acne, oily skin, cuts, stretch Clear Harsh, earthy,
quinquenervia) marks, and scars; is a melaleuca and and musty
can be substituted for tea tree oil
Orange, bitter Antiseptic; commonly used for Yellow- Oranges
(Citrus sinensis) room sprays and as a local orange
disinfectant; cuts grease so you
can use it in the washer for greasy
clothes or to wash greasy pots and
pans; can be a sensitizer when used
on the skin
Oregano (Origanum Antiseptic; commonly used for Light Strong, harsh,
vulgare) room sprays and disinfecting yellow herbal
surfaces
Palmarosa (Cymbopogon Antifungal and antiviral; stimulates Light Floral
martini) cellular growth, helps dry skin, and yellow
regulates sebum; do not use if
pregnant or nursing; do not use on
children or anyone with medical
conditions
Patchouli (Pogostemon Antiseptic, astringent, antifungal, Dark Sweet, earthy,
patchouli) and a deodorant; commonly used brown and woodsy
for scars, dry or oily skin, mature
skin, acne, eczema, dermatitis, scalp
disorders, athlete’s foot, as an insect
repellent, and in hair care
Pepper, black Analgesic and antiseptic; commonly Clear Spicy
(Piper nigrum) used for muscle aches, arthritis, and peppercorn
muscle cramps; great to use in
massage oil because of its warming
effect
To help stop foot
odor, you can
make a mixture of
antibacterial es-
sential oils and add
that mixture to a
lotion or spray at 2
percent of the total
weight.
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Name Qualities/Benefits Color Scent
Peppermint (Mentha Helps relieve pain, muscle aches, Light Very strong
piperita) and scabies; good in pain cream, yellow peppermint
foot lotion, room spray, and
massage oil; do not use if pregnant
Petitgrain, bigarade Antiseptic and deodorant; helps Light Earthy and
(Citrus aurantium) acne and oily skin; can be used as yellow floral
a room spray; made from the leaves
of the bitter orange and can be
used in place of neroli
Petitgrain, clementine Antiseptic and deodorant; helps Light So and sweet
(Citrus clementine) acne, oily skin, and stress; can be yellow woodsy and
used as a room spray citrus
Pine (Pinus sylvestris) Antiseptic, antibacterial, and a Clear Woodsy, pine
deodorant; commonly used for
disinfecting surfaces and in floor
cleaners; can be irritating to the skin
Ravensara (Agathophyllum Antiviral; commonly used along Light Earthy and
aromatica) with tamanu (Calophyllum yellow woodsy
inophyllum) oil for shingles;
do not use if pregnant; do not
use on children
Rosalina (Melaleuca Antiseptic and antibacterial; Yellow Woodsy and
ericifolia) commonly used for muscle floral
cramps; if you like rosewood, you’ll
also like rosalina, also known as
lavender tea tree oil
Rose, otto (Rosa Commonly used for fragrances, Deep red Strong rose
damascena) mature skin, dry skin, and eczema
Rosemary (Rosmarinus Analgesic, antimicrobial, and an Green Herbal
officinalis) antioxidant; commonly used for
dandruff, hair loss, and muscle aches;
do not use if pregnant, epileptic, or
have high blood pressure
Rosewood (Aniba Antiseptic and a deodorant; Light Sweet, woodsy,
rosaedora) commonly used for acne, scars, yellow floral
stretch marks, and dry skin
Sage, dalmatian Anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, Clear Harsh herbal
(Salvia officinalis) and antiseptic; helps oily skin,
inflamed skin, acne; stimulates hair
growth; and eases muscle pain;
do not use if pregnant or have
high blood pressure
The thick, green-
ish liquid of this
plant is known
as rosemary oleo
resin. The extract
can be added to
oils to extend their
shelf life.
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22 Idiot’s Guides: Making Natural Beauty Products
Name Qualities/Benefits Color Scent
Sage, Spanish Helps acne, dandruff, eczema, Clear Harsh herbal
(Salvia lavandulifolia) dermatitis, hair loss, and muscle
cramps; has all the therapeutic
uses of Salvia officinalis without the
dangers; do not use if pregnant
Sandalwood, mysore Antiseptic, analgesic, and Light yellow Sweet woodsy
(Santalum album) astringent; commonly used for
colognes, eczema, aging skin, oily
skin, scars, and stretch marks
Spearmint (Mentha Helps acne, dermatitis, and Clear Minty
spicata) scabies; sweeter than peppermint
but is less powerful, so it’s good
for children and the elderly
Spikenard (Nardostachys Antifungal; commonly used for Dark yellow Strong, earthy
jatamansi) dandruff, serious skin conditions,
rashes, and wrinkles
Spruce (Tsuga canadensis) Commonly used for muscle aches Clear Woodsy
and pains
Spruce, black Used for muscle aches and pains Clear Evergreen
(Picea mariana)
Styrax resin (Liquidambar Antifungal; helps with scabies Gold Similar to amber
styraciflua) and ringworm
Tagetes (Tagetes Antifungal and antiparasitic; Dark gold Herbal
glandulifera) commonly used for warts and
corns; do not use if pregnant or on
small children; is a sensitizer
Tangerine (Citrus Antiseptic; used for muscle cramps, Green Sweet orange
reticulata) stretch marks, and acne; cleans hard
surfaces; can be a sensitizer
Tansy, blue (Tanacetum Anti-inflammatory and an Deep blue Herbal and
anuum) antihistamine; commonly used for lightly
sunburns, damaged skin, itching, camphorous
muscle aches, and first aid; nontoxic
Tea tree (Melaleuca Antibiotic, antiseptic, antiviral, Light yellow Woodsy and
alternifolia) antibacterial, and antifungal; herbal
commonly used for cold sores, acne,
sores, warts, corns, itching, insect
bites, repelling head lice and fleas,
and ringworms
Tea tree, lemon-scented Antibiotic, antiseptic, antiviral, Light yellow Lemon
(Leptospermum petersonii) antibacterial, and antifungal;
commonly used for cold sores, acne,
sores, warts, corns, itching, insect
bites, repelling head lice and fleas,
and ringworms
To help prevent
young children from
getting head lice at
school, make a light
spray using rubbing
alcohol and 1.5
percent tea tree
essential oil. Spray
their hair lightly
before they leave
for school. Lice do
not like the smell.
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