CALAMUS. Acorus calamus variety angustatus. TOXIC The essential oil is not recommended for use in Aromatherapy as it contains asorone which is carcinogenic. Internal consumption of the oil will cause damage to the liver and kidneys. Used in incense recipes. (Also known as Calamus aromaticus, Cinnamon Sedge, Myrtle Grass, Myrtle Sedge, Sweet Cane, Sweet Flag, Sweet Myrtle, Sweet Root, Sweet Rush, Sweet Sedge.)

CALENDULA. Calendula officinalis. (Pronounced calend-jewla) An infused oil of Marigold Flowers renowned in Aromatherapy for its powerful skin healing properties. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. Used for amenorrhoea, bruises, burns, cuts, eczema, 'flu, greasy skin, inflammations, insect bites, rashes, sore muscles, sprains, warts, wounds. See also True Marigold Absolute.

CAMELLIA. Camellia japonica, Camellia sinensis. An infused traditional exotic oil used extensively in beauty care in the Far East and particularly in Japan for the protection and moisturisation of the skin and hair. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY.CAMPHOR - WHITE. Cinnamomum camphora. Do not use the Brown or Yellow Camphor as these are toxic and carcinogenic. The essential oil is for EXTERNAL USE ONLY and it should always be diluted with a suitable carrier oil such as Sweet Almond Oil before applying to the skin. Keep it away from children and pets. It is non-toxic and non-irritant but with possible sensitization in some individuals. Use in moderation for aches and pains, acne, arthritis, bronchitis, chills, colds, coughs, infections, inflammation, insect repellent, oily skin, spots, rheumatism, sprains. (Also known as Formosa Camphor, Gum Camphor, Hon-sho, Japanese Camphor, Laurel Camphor, Laurus camphora, True Camphor.)

CANANGA. Cananga odorata. This essential oil is a complete oil but is considered of inferior quality to the more aromatic Ylang, Cananga odorata variety genuina. (Cananga is also known as Cananga odorata variety macrophylla).