How to Use Essential Oil

Posted by Sherry Giardiniere on January 31, 2011 0 Comments

Due to their concentration, essential oils are recommended for external use only unless otherwise suggested by a knowledgeable Aromatherapist. Following are a few suggestions for effective use of essential oils.


Body Bath: Add 2-8 drops to a bath of warm water. Soak at least 15 minutes to enjoy the healing benefits. Caution–some of the        citrus essential oils cause skin sensitivity and are best avoided in a bath.
Clothes Freshener: Drop 20 drops in the rinse cycle of your laundry; lavender, lemon, and pine scents work well.
Body Mist: ten drops in four ounces of water make a rejuvenating face mask. A favorite to erase wrinkles is made with frankincense. You may want to test your wrist for skin sensitivity with the essential oils you choose by spraying your wrist and waiting for 1/2 hour. It is best to avoid citrus based scents and eucalyptus directly on the face. The steam is safe.
Foot Bath: Great for people on the go. Relax at the end of your day with a 10 minute foot bath. You can do this while eating or watching TV if you feel hurried. Fill a dishpan with one gallon of warm water and five drops of your favorite essential oil. Place the container on a towel on the floor. Have an extra towel nearby to dry your feet when finished. Relax and enjoy. Again, peppermint is a favorite.
Herbal Steam: Add five drops to one to two cups of boiling water. Make a tent with a towel over your head. Steam for three to five minutes for respiratory, relaxing, and skin beautifying. Good for children as well as the elderly.
Inhalant: Simply open the bottle and pass the fragrance under your nose. Inhale deeply. Breathe in  peppermint, great for headaches and weight loss support.                                                                                                                                      
Massage Oil: Add ten drops to one ounce of carrier oil (base oil). A cold pressed almond oil works well as a base oil. The tiny molecules of essential oil are absorbed quickly into the bloodstream and relax the muscles and nerves.
Room Purifier: Add 10 to 20 drops to four ounces of water. Spray throughout a room to clear the air. Spray a little extra in the corners of a room. Double the dose of antibacterial oils, such as lavender and niaouli, for a natural disinfectant for toys and telephone.
Shoe Deodorizer: Place five drops of your favorite refreshing scent–lavender and lemon work well–on a tissue and put one in each shoe. A scented tissue can also be put in a clothes drawer. 

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