quarta-feira, 30 de julho de 2008

Essential Oils for Body Aches

Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Sweet Marjoram. Help to soothe aches and pains. Mix 10 drops of essential oil in 2Tablespoons of carrier oil or lotion and massage areas of discomfort.

Relaxation


This blend is for relaxation and stress relief. It will induce a deeprelaxation of the tissues, muscles and joints, and re-establish a goodenergy balance.
Blend the following essential oils into one ounce of carrier oil of yourchoice; Massage as desired. May also be used as a bath oil.




3 drops Lavender


3 drops Tangerine


3 drops Marjoram


1 drop Chamomile

Neroli



Neroli’s primary use is for the nervous system and the skin and has beenused as a remedy for stress, anxiety or depression.
It is reputed to be effective in controlling palpitations, stimulates andcalms digestion and as a general tonic.
Used in a Massage or Bath Oil Neroli has beneficial effects as ananti-depressant, helps relieve shock and grief and overcomes nervous tension of all kinds.
Add to 1 oz Massage oil base or add to a bath.

2 drops Cedarwood

2 drops Neroli

2 drops Bergamot




quarta-feira, 23 de julho de 2008

Stuffy Nose Aromatherapy Blend

Just in time for allergy season

15 drops Eucalyptus
13 drops Pine
2 drops Peppermint

Directions:
Blend the oils together in a clean dark-colored glass container,preferably one with an orifice reducer(a built-in dropper insert).
Apply 2-3 drops to a cotton ball and inhaleoccasionally to help clear a stuffy nose.

terça-feira, 22 de julho de 2008

Menopause


Some recommended essential oils for menopausal women are:

# Bergamot uplifts mood and reduces anxiety and depression.
# Clary Sage eases hot flashes and night sweats and PMS.
# Chamomile has calming effect, ease tension, anxiety and headaches.
# Frankincense helps psychosomatic problems and anxiety.
# Geranium is a hormone balancer and reduces stress.
# Jasmine is euphoric and eases tension and anxiety.
# Juniper regulates period and relieves water retention.
# Lavender is sedative and aids sleep.
# Rose is a womb tonic and provides relief from pre menopause to postmenopause.
# Sandalwood promotes vaginal secretions and stimulates the development ofsex hormones.
# Ylang ylang is aphrodisiac and relaxes the nervous system.

The oils can be used in a vaporizer, sprays, bath, hot or cold compress,perfume or for topical body application or massage.

sexta-feira, 18 de julho de 2008

For Springtime cold and allergy symptoms


To Ease Coughs


2 drops Eucalyptus

2 drops Lavender


Add 2 drops eucalyptus and 2 drops lavender to 4 teaspoons of massage baseoil and apply to the throat and chest (this will make enough for several applications).