Guide to essential oils

Essential oil of Fragonia

4.9 - 86 reviews
Purifying, Fragonia essential oil is known for purifying blemished and problem skin. It is particularly famous in energetic aromatherapy, where it embodies the feminine principle par excellence, alongside Kunzea essential oil, which is associated with the masculine principle. Together, these essential oils represent the 'aromatic Tao', the Yin and Yang of Chinese cosmology, distinct and opposing entities that complement each other to form a whole. In energetic olfactotherapy, it accompanies people in their quest for reconciliation, with themselves and with others, and for inner peace.

How to use

  • Skin application and massage

    Skin application and massage

    Suitable

  • Cosmetic active ingredient

    Cosmetic active ingredient

    Appropriate

  • Aromatherapy bath

    Aromatherapy bath

    Possible but not recommended

  • Diffusion

    Diffusion

    Suitable

  • Food grade

    Food grade

    Not recommended

Features

Properties

Precautions

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Features

Production process

Complete steam distillation

Part of the plant used

Leaves, twigs and branches

Botanical name

Agonis fragrans

Warning

The properties, information and methods of use below are quotes from reference books or websites on aromatherapy, hydrolatherapy and phytotherapy. This general information is provided for informative purposes only and in no way constitutes medical guidance. Under no circumstances can this information be used as a substitute for a medical diagnosis, consultation or follow-up, nor can it incur our liability. We recommend that you consult the guide to essential oils before using them, so that you are aware of any precautions that need to be taken. If in doubt, consult a doctor before using essential oils.

Bibliographic references

Couic Marinier F. (2020) Le Guide terre vivante des huiles essentielles Editions Terre vivante.

Essential Therapeutics. The Ultimate Professional Aromatherapy. Range Vol. 20 January 2008

Hammer K., CarsonC., Dunstan J., Hale J., Lehmann H., Robinson C., Prescott S., Riley T. Antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity of five Taxandria fragrans oils in vitro. Microbiology and immunology. Volume 52, Issue 11.

The Paperbark Co. August, 2008 Fragonia : an overview

Penoël D. (2010) L'aromathérapie quantique pour se réaliser avec les huiles essentielles. Editions Guy Trédaniel

Sadgrove N. and Jones G. A Contemporary Introduction to Essential Oils: Chemistry, Bioactivity and Prospects for Australian Agriculture. Agriculture 2015, 5.

Properties

Fragonia essential oil is traditionally used for : Acne, Pimples

Health

Beauty

Wellness

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Properties

For health, Fragonia essential oil is recognised for the following properties:

  • Anti-microbial, Fragonia essential oil has similar in vitro activity to Tea tree, Lemongrass and Oregano essential oils on bacterial strains of Acinetobacter baumannii, Escherichia coli, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Serratia marcescens, Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis.

  • Active against the fungus Candida albicans.

  • Its concentration of 1-8 cineole gives it interesting properties for the respiratory system: expectorant, decongestant.

  • Anti-inflammatory, it inhibits the secretion of molecules responsible for inflammation: calms oedema and redness.

  • Harmonises and balances the immune system.

  • An analgesic, it relieves external pain.

  • Slight anti-viral action

  • Its very flowery fragrance makes it very pleasant to use and easier than Tea tree essential oil.

Uses

Fragonia essential oil is an excellent antimicrobial alternative to Tea tree essential oil, particularly for people who don't necessarily like the smell of Tea tree essential oil.

It is traditionally used to improve the following situations:

  • Skin infections:

    • Impetigo

    • Mycoses

    • Cold sores

  • Muscle or joint pain:

    • Cramps

    • Muscle lengthening

    • Arthritis, osteoarthritis

    • Rheumatism

  • Female problems:

    • Sexual difficulties, lack of desire, etc.

    • Painful, irregular or absent periods

    • Difficulties conceiving

    • Hormonal disorders

    • Hot flushes

Synergies

  • Purifying action: broad-spectrum essential oils (Oregano, Savory, Thyme, Clove essential oils).

  • Joint and muscle comfort: Gaultheria, Black Birch and Helichrysum Italicum essential oils, Arnica and St John's Wort oily macerates.

  • Helps the immune system to function properly: essential oils of Black Spruce, Ravintsara, Gum Rockrose, Holy Basil.

In practice

Respiratory comfort: blend into your oil blend. Massage or rub your mixture into the chest and upper back.

Precautions

  • Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women and for children under 6 years old. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

  • External use only.

  • Always use diluted

  • Presence of hormone-like molecules; avoid use without medical advice in case of hormone-dependent conditions.

  • Some natural compounds contained in this essential oil may present a risk of allergy for certain sensitive individuals when the essential oil is incorporated into a cosmetic preparation.

  • Old or oxidised essential oils should be avoided.

  • Store protected from light and air. As a general rule, always perform an application test of your preparation in the crease of the elbow at least 48 hours before use.

  • For use as a cosmetic ingredient, please refer to the specific precautions.

Find out more

Fragonia is a plant from the Australian continent. A member of the Myrtaceae family, its leafy branches are distilled to produce a very precious essential oil.

In terms of its composition, this essential oil is rich in 1.8-cineole, αlpha-pinene and linalool. As a result of this composition, it is just as well-known as Tea Tree essential oil for its help against bacterial infections. But it has the advantage over its cousin of having a much finer, flowery and pleasant scent.

Fragonia essential oil is traditionally thought to harmonise the immune system, making it a valuable ally in treating ENT infections. Its composition is also rich in anti-inflammatory and soothing active ingredients, making it an essential ingredient in your oily preparations for joint and muscle massages.

But talking about Fragonia without mentioning its energetic aspect would be very simplistic. In fact, behind all its properties, Fragonia essential oil hides a powerful energetic potential.

Fragonia is the archetype of the feminine principle. It is the essential oil of reconciliation, inner peace and peace with others. Able to promote introspection, Fragonia essential oil frees negative energies and leads to inner well-being and the release of anxieties, allowing access to one's true, deepest "self".

This oil became my new favourite.

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Ivelina

A very pleasant, sweet scent. Quite effective on acne breakouts, but not spectacular results (I have acne as a side effect of a treatment, so I'm a novice when it comes to acne). Roman chamomile essential oil gave better results for me because it's fungal acne.

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Nawel

Excellent oil for relieving stress.

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Inès

a precious oil that cannot be missing from my kit

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M

My favorite "perfume" essential oil of all, and I know quite a few, cistus and geranium included, to me smells like a great perfume, flowery and fresh. Would be good to have the GC-MS analysis on this one also.

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Equivalents

Essential Oils

1 ml = approximately 35 drops (with our Aroma-Zone dropper caps)

Carrier Oils

1 pump (Aroma-Zone aluminium pump) = approx. 0.15 ml

Mass / Volume conversion (for a liquid)

Mass (g) = Density x Volume (ml) at 20°C

Further information

1 full teaspoon = between 3 and 4.5 ml

1 full tablespoon = between 7.5 and 10 ml


However, these spoon ratios depend on a number of factors (e.g. viscosity of the liquid, temperature, depth and size of the spoon, rheological behaviour of the liquid), and we strongly advise you to use precise measuring equipment, such as graduated test tubes, graduated pipettes, and precision scales.