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Grapefruit – Lavender Jasmine Jasminum grandiflorum Uses: Promotes a healthy-looking, glowing complexion. Nourishes and protects the skin and scalp. Body Systems: Skin Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 3–50% Phytol 5–25% Phytol acetate 5–25% Benzyl acetate 0.1-10% Benzyl benzoate Juniper Berry Juniperus communis Uses: Supports healthy kidney and urinary tract function.*Acts as a natural skin toner and a natural cleansing and detoxifying agent.* Has a calming, grounding effect. Body Systems: Skin, Urinary Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 24–55% alpha- Pinene 0.0–25% Myrcene 0.0–30% Sabinene Lavender Lavandula angustifolia Uses: Soothes occasional skin irritations. When taken internally, may reduce anxious feelings, promote peaceful sleep, and help ease feelings of tension.* Body Systems: Nervous, Skin Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 25–45% Linalyl acetate 20–47% Linalool 0.3–10% Ocimene Legend: Monoterpene Sesquiterpene Other Alcohol Aldehyde Alkene Ester Ketone Phenylpropene Phenol Ether *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. *Statements marked with asterisks refer to internal use only. Some essential oils containing the compounds presented are not recommended for internal use.   31