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Melissa – Petitgrain Patchouli Pogostemon cablin Uses: Grounding, balancing effect on emotions. Promotes a smooth, glowing complexion. Reduces the appearance of wrinkles, blemishes, and skin imperfections. Body Systems: Skin, Nervous Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 20–40% Patchoulol 1–20% Bulnesene 2–25% Aromaden- drene 2-25% Guiaene Peppermint Mentha piperita Uses: When ingested, promotes healthy respiratory function and clear breathing.* Promotes digestive health when taken internally.* Repels bugs naturally. Apply topically for a cooling sensation. Body Systems: Digestive, Respiratory Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 10–30% Menthone 20–60% Menthol 1-10% 1,8-Cineole (eucalyptol) Petitgrain Citrus aurantium Uses: May help support healthy cardiovascular function.* May provide antioxidant support* Supports healthy immune function.* May help promote a restful sleep* Body Systems: Cardiovascular, Immune, Nervous Carbon backbone Functional groups Main Constituents 40–65% Linalyl acetate 15–30% Linalool 1–12% Terpineol 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.   35