Our Blends
At BREEZY, our blends aren’t designed for therapeutic use — but we do take inspiration from nature’s long history. Many of the herbs and essential oils we choose have been valued for centuries in traditional practices for their aromatic and wellness-associated qualities.
For the curious, we’ve gathered a selection of independent articles and scientific studies that explore the history and reported benefits of our key ingredients. Dive in and discover the fascinating stories behind the botanicals that make each BREEZY unique.
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Perilla Stems (Perilla frutescens)
Perilla frutescens (L.) Britt., a multifunctional herbaceous plant, is widely used in traditional medicine and cuisine due to its rich array of bioactive compounds. To date, many key phytochemicals in P. frutescens have been identified (…) which exhibit significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anticancer, antibacterial, and blood sugar-lowering effects.
Perilla frutescens, an annual herb of the Labiatae family, has been cultivated in China for more than 2000 years. P. frutescens is one of the first medicinal and edible plants published by the Ministry of Health. Its leaves, stems and seeds can be used as medicine and edible food. Because of the abundant nutrients and bioactive components in this plant, P. frutescens has been studied extensively in medicine, food, health care and chemical fields with great prospects for development.
Eucalyptus branches and oils (Eucalyptus spp.)
Eucalyptus leaves have shown potential in treating respiratory diseases and alleviating stress. Research indicates that compounds in eucalyptus may help reduce the risk of cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s disease. Additionally, the plant shows promise in pain management, repelling mosquitoes, and easing the severity of allergic reactions.
Many of eucalyptus’ benefits come from its flavonoids, powerful antioxidants that help protect cells from damage. Eucalyptus is also known for its strong, therapeutic scent, which comes from terpenes—natural aromatic compounds that may enhance this plant’s protective effects.
Eucalyptus essential oils (EEOs) have gained significant attention recently anticipated to their broad range of prospective benefits in various biological applications. They have been proven to have strong antibacterial properties against a variety of bacteria, fungi, and viruses. This makes them valuable in combating infections and supporting overall hygiene. The active compounds present in these oils can help alleviate inflammation, making them valuable in addressing inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, respiratory ailments, and skin disorders.
Respiratory health benefits are another prominent aspect of EEOs. Inhalation of these oils can help promote clear airways, relieve congestion, and ease symptoms of respiratory conditions like coughs, colds, and sinusitis. They are often utilized in inhalation therapies and chest rubs. They can be used topically or in massage oils to alleviate muscle and joint pain.
Furthermore, these oils have shown potential in supporting wound healing. Their antimicrobial activity helps prevent infection, while their anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties contribute to reducing inflammation and pain associated with wounds.
In aromatherapy, EEOs are renowned for their invigorating and uplifting qualities, promoting mental clarity, relaxation, and stress relief. Overall, EEOs hold great promise in biological applications, offering a natural and versatile approach to promote health and well-being.
Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra)
There are more than 30 species of Glycyrrhiza genus extensively spread worldwide. It was the most prescribed herb in Ancient Egyptian, Roman, Greek, East China, and the West from the Former Han era. There are various beneficial effects of licorice root extracts, such as treating throat infections, tuberculosis, respiratory, liver diseases, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and immunodeficiency. On the other hand, traditional medicines are getting the attraction to treat many diseases.
Hawthorn Seeds (Crataegus spp.)
Medicinal plants, many of which are wild, have recently been under the spotlight worldwide due to growing requests for natural and sustainable eco-compatible remedies for pathological conditions with beneficial health effects that are able to support/supplement a daily diet or to support and/or replace conventional pharmacological therapy.
One of these popular herbs is hawthorn (Crataegus spp.), belonging to the Rosaceae family (…) Various parts of this herb, including the berries, flowers, and leaves, are rich in nutrients and beneficial bioactive compounds. Its chemical composition has been reported to have many health benefits, including medicinal and nutraceutical properties
Hawthorn (Crataegus) is a plant of the Rosaceae family and is widely grown throughout the world as one of the medicinal and edible plants, known as the “nutritious fruit” due to its richness in bioactive substances. Preparations derived from it are used in the formulation of dietary supplements, functional foods, and pharmaceutical products. Rich in amino acids, minerals, pectin, vitamin C, chlorogenic acid, epicatechol, and choline, hawthorn has a high therapeutic and health value. Many studies have shown that hawthorn has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, anti-cardiovascular disease, and digestive enhancing properties.
Cassia twig (Cinnamomum cassia)
Cinnamomum cassia Presl is a tropical aromatic evergreen tree of the Lauraceae family, commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine. (…) The main constituents of C. cassia are terpenoids, phenylpropanoids, glycosides, etc. Modern studies have confirmed that C. cassia has a wide range of pharmacological effects, including antitumour, anti-inflammatory and analgesic, anti-diabetic and anti-obesity, antibacterial and antiviral, cardiovascular protective, cytoprotective, neuroprotective, immunoregulatory effects, anti-tyrosinase activity and other effects.
Cinnamon extracts are vital oils that contain biologically active compounds, such as cinnamon aldehyde, cinnamic alcohol, cinnamic acid, and cinnamate. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antibacterial properties and is used to treat diseases such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease. In folk medicine, cinnamon species have been used as medicine for respiratory and digestive disorders. Their potential for prophylactic and therapeutic use in Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease has also been discovered.
Dried jasmine flowers (Jasminum spp.)
Jasmine flower (genus: Jasminum, family: Oleaceae) and its extract has been long used for medicinal purposes. The flower has a strong and pleasant aroma with hypnotic, mood‑enhancing and calming properties that can improve physiologic parameters such as blood pressure, heart rate, and respiratory rate.[12,13] It has been reported that the essential oil of jasmine flower can help reduce anxiety.[12,14].
Dried gardenia flowers (Gardenia jasminoides)
Gardenia jasminoides Ellis, a member of the Rubiaceae genus Gardenia, In the 2020 edition of the ‘Chinese Pharmacopoeia’, which explores the principles of traditional Chinese medicine, it is noted that gardenia flower possesses properties that clear heat and remove dampness, cool the blood, and detoxify the body.
Dried stevia leaves (Stevia rebaudiana)
The plant is originally native to Paraguay and Brazil but is now also grown in Japan and China. It is used as a non-nutritive sweetener and herbal supplement. A non-nutritive sweetener is one that contains little to no calories. Stevia is used as a healthful alternative to added sugar in many meals and beverages. (…) The sweet-tasting components in stevia sweeteners occur naturally. This characteristic may benefit people who prefer naturally-sourced foods and beverages. The low calorie count qualifies Stevia to be a healthful alternative for diabetes control or weight loss.
Lemon essential oil (Citrus limon)
Lemon essential oil derived from the Citrus limon plant has been used in various traditional medicinal practices for centuries. Its bright, citrusy aroma and versatile applications have made it a popular choice in aromatherapy, skincare, and alternative medicine. The results consistently demonstrated lemon essential oil efficacy in reducing anxiety. Significant reductions in anxiety were observed in students during exams, Acute myocardial infarction patients, and pre-surgical patients. Physiological benefits included reduced blood pressure and heart rate in Acute myocardial infarction patients. Enhanced cognitive performance and reduced test anxiety were noted among students
Rosemary essential oil (Rosmarinus officinalis / Salvia rosmarinus)
Rosemary’s benefits have been touted for centuries. There has been an interest in using rosemary essential oil to develop new medicines for treating various conditions.The benefits of rosemary essential oil are often attributed to the plant’s high antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neurological properties. Purported benefits include supporting brain health, stimulating hair growth, pain relief, and more.
When inhaled, rosemary oil may offer antistress, antianxiety, mood, and cognitive-enhancing effects. These benefits result from the oil’s effects on certain stress hormones like cortisol and feel-good brain neurotransmitters (chemical messengers between nerve cells) like dopamine. Additional studies have shown that inhaling rosemary oil might help ease depressive and anxious symptoms for some people. Evidence shows when inhaled, aromatic plant oils like rosemary can bypass the blood-brain barrier and target brain tissue through the nasal-brain pathway. They then act on the brain to improve anxiety, depression, and even sleep quality.
Some evidence suggests aromatherapy in rosemary oil may help increase alertness. This is because it can act as a stimulant to activate the part of the brain that regulates alertness. A 2021 study of 80 nurses who worked rotating shifts found rosemary oil aromatherapy helped decrease sleepiness and improved alertness compared to a control treatment.
Peppermint oil (Mentha × piperita)
Peppermint possesses a broad range of biological activities including digestive, choleretic, carminative, antiseptic, antibacterial, antiviral, antispasmodic, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, myorelaxant, expectorant, analgesic, tonic, and vasodilatator. The main pharmacodynamic effect of peppermint essential oil is related to its dose-dependent antispasmodic effect on the gastrointestinal tract smooth muscles due to the interference of menthol with the movement of calcium across the cell membrane.
Peppermint aroma caused improvement on tasks related to attentional processes, virtual recognition memory, working memory, and visual-motor response. (…) Inhalation of peppermint aroma improved the lung capacity and inhalation ability in healthy participants using a peak flow meter.
Peppermint oil inhalation may be a promising complementary therapy for reducing nausea and vomiting in postoperative, chemotherapy, and pregnancy settings.
Clove essential oil (Syzygium aromaticum)
Clove has been traditionally valued not only for its culinary uses, but also for its medicinal properties. Recent studies have drawn attention to its potential role in managing neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s disease, with evidence suggesting that its bioactive compounds, particularly eugenol, may offer neuroprotective effects.
Clove contains a range of bioactive compounds, including flavonoids, phenolic compounds, and amino acids, all of which contribute to its health benefits. Clove is a rich source of both essential and non-essential amino acids, which support numerous biological activities such as energy metabolism, neurotransmission, immune function, and antioxidant action. These amino acids play a crucial role in maintaining metabolic processes and immune function, which are essential for brain health. (…) Clove also contains significant levels of eugenol, which is the main compound responsible for its neuroprotective properties. Eugenol has demonstrated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective effects in several studies.
Rose essential oil (Rosa damascena/centifolia)
In Persian Medicine , rose oil has been alleged to have anti-inflammatory, anti-infective and wound healing activities and has been used for relieving headache, hemorrhoids, inflammatory conditions of gastrointestinal tract, and muscular pain.
Some studies have demonstrated its effects on the central nervous system (CNS) including hypnotic, anti-convulsant, anti-depressant, anti-anxiety, analgesic activities as well as alleviation of morphine withdrawal signs. Rose oil has revealed wide spectrum of antibacterial and antifungal properties against some pathogens
Numerous studies on the pharmacological properties of rose oil have been done in animals, but studies in humans are few. In this study, it was observed that rose oil had physiological and psychological relaxation, analgesic and anti-anxiety effects.