Essential Oils have numerous therapeutic properties. Depending on the plant they are extracted from they may be anti-inflammatory, antipyretic, laxative, diuretic, relaxing, analgesic or reinvigorating. They also have various industrial purposes such as in the making of perfumes, cosmetic products, soaps, food products, toothpastes and medicinal products amongst others. For more information please consult Types of Essencial Oils..