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Aromatherapy Recipes |
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If essential oils are to be applied to
the skin, they need to be combined with a "carrier oil" first so as not to
burn the skin. A carrier oil can be any kind of oil: olive, grapeseed,
jojoba, almond, even an average canola will do. |
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The Most Commonly Used Oils |
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Lavender - relieves pain,
relaxes spasms, calms, promotes sleep, fights infection, eases cough.
Peppermint - stimulating, clears congestion.
Eucalyptus - fights infection, clears sinuses, eases aches and pains,
stimulating.
Tea Tree - antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, stimulates the
immune system, induces sweating.
Ylang Ylang - calms body and mind,
releases anger, reduces anxiety, combats depression, gently lifts mood, aphrodisiac.
Petitgrain - uplifting without being stimulating; refreshing; reduces
anxiety.
Clary Sage - very relaxing; somewhat sedative; promotes feelings of
happiness; encourages dreaming. Best used at night since it can make you
feel drowsy.
Bergamot - refreshing and
uplifting without being stimulating; combats depression, eases tension.
Geranium - combats depression, balances emotions, balances hormones,
eases pre-menstrual tension, mildly stimulating. |
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Recipes |
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Sleep:
3 drop lavender
1 drop clary sage
Mix 3 drops lavender and 1 drop clary sage with a
teaspoon of milk or cream. Add to a warm bath & soak. |
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Stress-Soothing Massage Oil:
2 drops lavender
1 drop ylang ylang
2 drops petitgrain
Add 2 drops lavender, 1 drop ylang ylang and 2 drops
petitgrain to 5 teaspoons of any plain base/carrier
oil. Stir gently to mix and massage into body. |
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Ease
Stress and Muscle Pain:
Try the following combination of essential oils in a
warm (not hot) bath to ease stress and muscle pain:
3 drops Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)
2 drops Petitgrain (Citrus aurantium var. amara)
1-2 drops Frankincense (Boswellia cateri) -
optional
Use only Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils.
Draw the bath first, add the essential oils, swirl
them around with your foot, get in and relax. Allow
yourself 10 to 20 minutes. Do not get the bath water
in your eyes, as the oils will sting. Use this formula
up to once a day for 3 days a week over a two to three
week period.
You can also use this recipe to create a massage
blend.
In one tablespoon of carrier oil (like Sweet Almond),
add the above oils. (If making an ounce, then multiply
drops by 2)
or
2 drops
lavender
2 drops rosemary
Add 2 drops lavender and 2 drops rosemary oil to 4
teaspoons of carrier oil. Use for a gentle body
massage.
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Colds:
2 drops lavender
2 drops rosemary
2 drops eucalyptus
Add 2 drops lavender, 2 drops rosemary and 2 drops
eucalyptus to 2 teaspoons milk or cream. Pour into a
warm bath and soak.
or
Mix 2 drops lavender, 2 drops eucalyptus and 2 drops
tea tree oil. Place in a diffuser and diffuse into
your room. |
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To Ease Coughs:
2 drops Eucalyptus
2 drops Lavender
Boil a pot of water and remove it from the stove.
While it is still steaming, add 2 drops eucalyptus and
2 drops lavender, immediately cover the pot and head
with a towel and inhale for 3 minutes. Keep Eyes
Closed. |
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Headaches:
2 drops lavender
Massage 2 drops lavender into the temples and the base
of the skull. |
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Morning Sickness Inhaler:
Wash out an empty chapstick tube.
Inside place a cotton ball. Add
a few drops of peppermint or lemon essential oil.
Use as an inhaler throughout the
day, to cover the unpleasant smells that trigger
nausea. Particularly helpful when trying to hide
an early pregnancy, when frequent vomiting would give
you away. A peppermint inhaler is also useful to perk
up a frequently groggy first-trimester mind. |
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Menstrual Cramps: (May also
be useful for Braxton Hicks contractions in late
pregnancy)
Essential Oils useful for cramps are:
Chamomile
Cypress
Basil
Carrot Seed
Frankincense
Clary Sage
Juniper
Jasmine
Lavender
Marjoram
Nutmeg
Peppermint
Rosemary
Recipe:
5 drops Lavender
2 drops Cypress
2 drops Nutmeg
2 drops Peppermint
Add to bath salts, soak for 20 min.
Rest afterwards, elevating your legs.
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Vaginal Dryness: (a common
complaint during breastfeeding, due to necessarily low
levels of estrogen) from the book Aromatherapy
Pocketbook by Kendra Grace.
Mix 2 parts Jojoba Oil with 1 part
melted Cocoa Butter to make 1 ounce.
Add 3 drops Sandalwood and 1
drop Geranium.
Stir while warm to an even mix.
Allow to cool to solidify.
Smooth the mixture with fingers
over the tissue two times a day and before
intercourse.
You may use 1 drop of Neroli in
place of Geranium. Completely Safe. |
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Postpartum Cellulite Blend:
This mixture stimulates circulation.
2 drops Eucalyptus Citriodora
2 drops Lemon
2 drops Cedarwood
2 drops Sage
2 drops Cypress
2 drops Niaouli
in 100 ml Hazelnut oil
Apply 2-3 times per days for 30 days. |
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Please be advised that use of
essential oils is usually cautioned during pregnancy.
Please consult with your health care provider on his
or her opinion of essential oil use before adding them
to your pregnancy tool kit. Aromatherapy is
generally considered safe during breastfeeding and for
baby, however also please discuss the matter with your
individual provider. |
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Essential Oil Profiles-Do's and Don'ts, Safety, etc. |
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