How to use Essential Oils

Bath, Hot Tub, or Sauna: 10-15 drops in warm water. Put drops into the water immediately before entering. Gently stir the water to disperse the oil. For sauna, dilute the oil with 90% water and spray on rocks or into the air.

Compress: Put 3-5 drops into a hot or cold basin of water. Cold water contracts the tissues and warm water relaxes the tissues. Fold up a clean cloth and dip it into the water. Squeeze out the excess water. Apply immediately to the painful area.

Facial Steam: One drop of oil per cup of boiling water. Put the drops into the basin after the water is drawn. Gently stir the water to disperse the oil. Immediately place a towel over your head and move your face as close to the aromatic steam as is comfortable.

Massage: Use 15 drops of essential oil per 1 oz. of blending oil such as sweet almond, grape seed, jojoba, or apricot kernel oils.

Environmental Fragrance: Electric diffusers are a simple and effective way to fragrance a room for aesthetic and therapeutic benefits. Do not use carrier oils in diffusers as they will clog and not disperse. Use essential oils alone or use synergies of pure essential oils. Diffusers eliminate the need for aerosol fresheners. Essential oils are very concentrated so use with extreme care. For external use only. Please consult an aromatherapy book for an in depth description of uses.

Acne - Blend Tea Tree with Spearmint, use a cotton swab and apply to blemishes at needed. May be used neat (undiluted). (reminder: when using any essential oil, you should always check on a small, inconspicuous area of skin for any adverse reactions, before using liberally.)

Crying/Irritable Baby - Put 1 drop Lavender on your shoulder and rock your baby to sleep while the baby's head rests on your shoulder.

Babies and Small Children - To introduce aromatherapy to babies place 2 drops of essential oil (try Lavender) on a tissue and keep it nearby when you are feeding him or her. He will come to associate the aroma with love and comfort. Use this scent at night to help him sleep. When you leave the child with a sitter the aroma will comfort and reassure him.

Relieve a Headache with a Footbath - Add 6-8 drops of essential oils and soak feet for 10 minutes. Some oils that are used to treat headaches are: Lavender, Chamomile (Roman) Peppermint, Lemon, Sweet Marjoram, Rosemary and Eucalyptus.

Travel Tip - Add a few drops of Lavender and Lemon to a cotton ball, place in a zip lock bag. Simply open and inhale to help with Jet Lag. Try this method with other essential oils, perhaps Peppermint and Lemon for long car trips.

Spritzers - These are easy to make just follow the guidelines below. *Use 4 oz. of distilled water *To make a facial mist use 8-10 drops of essential oils per 4 oz. of distilled water. *30-40 drops per 4 oz. for a body mist - Lavender is good for all skin types. For Oily skin, use Lemon, Peppermint, Tea Tree, Cedarwood Acne: Lemon, Tea Tree

Natural Mosquito Repellent - Combine 1 tbsp. of pure vanilla extract with 1 c. of cool water. Put it in a spray bottle, and spray on to your skin.

Note: this is not medical advise. Please consult your doctor before using any essential oil or other home or folk remedies.

Indian Essential Oils

Natural essential oils can be used everyday - in the bath, for medicinal purposes, and more. 1/12 ounce (2.5 ml). Choose Ylang Ylang, Patchouli, Lavendar, Amber, Eucalyptus, or Mint.

Price: $3.00

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