Birch: Antiseptic, styptic, skin detoxifying. Fights cellulitis.

Essential oils can be inhaled with the use of a difuser, or diluted (ussually 5drops to 10ml carrier oil) and applied to the skin. They may stimulate your sense of smell or have medicinal effects when absorbed.

Aromatherapy isn't the only use for essential oils. They can be used in and around the home, as a natural mosquito repellent, or industrially to make cosmetics.