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Aromatherapy Recipes using Essential oils for Aches and Pain, including Muscle Pain OIL for ACHES, PAIN and RHEUMATISM Rosemary - 10 drops Juniper Berry -6 drops Lavender- 8 drops Any carrier (base) oil 1 1/2 ounces (about 45 ml) Mix all oils, and apply externally as needed.
Muscle Relaxer Massage Niaouli - 5 drops Lavender - 4 drops Black Pepper and - 3 drops Pine - 3 drops Carrier Oil such as almond or apricot oil - 15 ml Mix essential oils then add carrier oil. warm slightly and use for massage.
Massage oil for Sore Muscles 2 drops Ginger 4 drops Cinnamon 3 Drops Cajuput 3 drops Chamomile 15 ml of your favorite carrier oil Mix all oils, and use as you would any massage oil. Work into muscles especially after a strenuous workout MASSAGE OIL for SORE MUSCLES 5 drops Allspice 4 drops Cinnamon 3 Drops Cajuput 3 drops Chamomile 15 ml of your favorite carrier oil
(From the Little Giant Book of Aromatherapy by Schiller & Schiller)
Mix all oils, and use as you would any massage oil. Work into muscles especially after a workout
RUBBING OIL for Sore Joints
FOR a BACK ACHE MASSAGE
Marjoram 10 drops Eucalyptus 8 drops Cajuput 4 drops Black Pepper 2 drops 1 cup carrier oil Mix all oils and add to the carrier oil- shake well and warm gently before massaging on sore joints.
2 tablespoons - Almond oil, 10 drops - Lavender 6 drops - Rosemary 6 drops - Sandalwood 3 drops - Geranium Mix in Amber bottle, Shake and apply to areas of discomfort.
SORE MUSCLES?
TO SOOTHE ACHING MUSCLES
Sweet Almond oil - 8 ounces Black pepper - 12 drops Marjoram - 6 drops Juniper Berry - 6 drops Ginger - 6 drops Blend these oils together then use as massage oil. You only need to use about a teaspoon or two for a nice massage!
4 drops peppermint 4 drops thyme 4 drops Lavender 3 drops Marjoram 5ml any carrier oil. Mix the essential oils first then add to the carrier oil. Massage to affected areas. This blend can also be added (about half) to the bath tub. People with sensitive skin should use cautiously as stated above peppermint can be a skin irritant.
For the OVERWORKED BACK
For SORE MUSCLES
2 tablespoons Carrier Oil 10 drops Lavender 6 drops Rosemary 6 drops Sandalwood 3 drops Geranium Place the essential oils in an amber glass bottle. Mix well. Add the 2 tablespoons of Carrier Oil . Shake gently to mix well. Place a small amount to the area of the back discomfort. This can also be applied prior strenuous activity or after you've over done it. (from Aromatherapy A Lifetime Guide to Healing with Essential Oils by Valerie Gennari Cooksley) Muscle Relaxer Massage Niaouli - 5 drops Lavender - 4 drops Black Pepper and - 3 drops Pine - 3 drops Carrier Oil such as almond or apricot oil - 15 ml Mix essential oils then add carrier oil. warm slightly and use for massage. (From the Little Giant Book of Aromatherapy by Schiller & Schiller)
Muscle Relaxer Massage
- Massage Oil Grapefruit, - 5 drops Rose - 5 drops Tea Tree - 3 drops Spearmint - 2 drops Carrier Oil of your choice - 15 ml Mix together and massage into sore muscle (This Recipe came from 500 Formulas for Aromatherapy by Schiller and Schiller) ACHES & PAINS RUB 1 Tablespoon Sweet almond Oregano - 3 drops Peppermint - 4 drops Cedarwood - 2 drops Lavender- 2 drops Add essential oils to the 1 tablespoon Almond oil Stir or shake well. Massage into and rub out the Aches and Pains! MASSAGE OIL FOR MUSCULAR−SKELETAL PAIN. (especially good for lower back pain.)
Niaouli - 5 drops Lavender - 4 drops Black Pepper - 3 drops Pine needle - 3 drops 15 ml (1 tablespoon) Sweet almond Carrier oil such as Sweet almond oil or apricot oil - 4 drops Wintergreen 15 ml 4 drops Cardamom 4 drops Ginger Mix essential oils then add carrier oil. Warm slightly and use for massage. Mix together well and use to massage any area that gets muscle (From the Little Giant Book of Aromatherapy by pain. I have a birth defect in my spine that causes me a lot of lower Schiller & Schiller) back pain.. This recipe works really well to ease the pain, & it gives me more mobility. Massage in thoroughly, but gently. Submitted by Lisa P. from Australia, Thanks Lisa SORE MUSCLES 4 Bay laurel − 4 drops Rosemary − 4 drops Eucalyptus −4 drops Ylang Ylang − 3 drops
MUSCLE SORENESS MASSAGE OIL Ylang Ylang − 20 drops Ginger − 20 drops Nutmeg 12 drops
15 ml carrier oil of your choice
Rosemary 8 drops 2 ounces of Sweet almond
Blend oils in amber bottle, shake and massage onto sore muscles. Blend all essential oils together, then add to the sweet Almond oil. NOTE: This is our massage blend "Muscle Rub" Warm oil slightly and massage into (MB −309) If you don't feel like mixing it yourself sore muscles. you can purchase a 2 oz bottle by going to http://birchhillhappenings.com/aroma5.htm (500 formulas for Aromatherapy by Schiller and Schiller) MUSCULAR PAIN
WHEN YOU HAVE PLAYED TOO HARD
Rosemary − 5 drops Cypress − 15 drops Lavender − 10 drops 1/2 ounce carrier oil such as Sunflower oils or Sweet almond oil Mix together in an amber bottle. Then add 5−8 drops to the carrier oil. Massage as needed on the sore muscles. 13
Rosemary - 10 drops Lavender - 5 drops Roman Chamomile - 5 drops Lemon - 5 drops Peppermint - 5 drops 1 ounce Sweet Sweet almond Oil Blend all the essential oils in an PET plastic bottles . Then add the Sweet almond oil, Shake well. Massage into all those tired, PAINFUL and sore muscles. This is a stronger than normal massage oil. Used specifically for OVERWORKED and PAINFUL muscles. Massage gently, let the essential oils work for you
Aromatherapy Recipes using Essential oils for Room and Air Freshening at Home or Office SPRAY AIR FRESHNER Marjoram 25 drops Sage 25 drops Spearmint 25 drops Clove bud 25 drops Patchouli 20 drops 4 ounces distilled water Mix all oils and add to the distilled water - shake well and use in sprayer. Shake well before using.
FOR YOUR SPRAYER a Light Wonderful Air Freshener 15 drops Lavender 10 drops Orange 10 drops Lemon 10 drops Grapefruit 6 drops Lime 3 drops Nutmeg 2 ounces distilled water 2 ounces Alcohol (Vodka or Grain 150 proof) Blend all the oils in a spray bottle, add the alcohol and then the distilled water. Shake well and spray. This is an excellent air freshener for pet odors. We personally use this blend in our home. It really is great when mildew develops from high humidity days.
Spice Air Freshener Marjoram - 25 drops Sage - 25 drops Spearmint - 25 drops Clove - 25 drops Patchouli - 25 drops Emulsifier - 5 ml Distilled water 4 oz Blend essential oils with Emulsifier, then add to 4 oz distilled water. Shake well, then let sit for day. Spray in any room.
CARPPET FRESHNER 30 drops Eucalyptus 30 drops Cinnamon Leaf 30 drops Lemongrass 10 drops Clove Bud 1/2 cup bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) Blend all oils and soda in a wide mouth jar and close lid and let set for 24 hours. Sprinkle over carpet and let sit for 10-15 minutes then vaccuum.
(Adapted from "500 Formulas for Aromatherapy" by Schiller and Schiller) Mist # 2 Pine - 75 drops Cedarwood - 25 drops Juniper Berry - 25 drops Pure distilled water - 4 ounces Shake well and mist the air. Spray bottles available
One of Penny's Favorite Blends 6 drops - Grapefruit 4 drops - Spearmint Blend together and add to any diffuser or place on a cotton ball. This reminds me of one of the Wrigley Gums. It's a great pickme upper and people at the office just think someone is chewing a fresh stick of gum.
HOLIDAY MIST SPRAYS or Christmas in July!! Clove Bud - 40 drops Cinnamon - 30 drops Ginger - 30 drops Orange - 20 drops Mix with Pure distilled water (4 ounces) Shake well and mist Spray bottles available CALMING SPRAY MIST 30 drops Marjoram 30 drops Cajuput 30 drops Lavender 30 drops Petitgrain 30 drops Vetiver 4 ounces pure water Shake well and spray in the room This also works on overactive kids. Spray in evening and before bed to help them sleep. (Adapted from 500 Formulas by Schiller and Schiller)
PET ODORS Orange- 10 drops Lavender - 10 drops Lemon - 5 drops Tea tree - 6 drops Geranium - 5 drops Nutmeg - 2 drops Neroli - 3 drops Blend these oils together then use 4-5 drops in any diffuser. ALERTNESS MIST SPRAY
Sweet Dreams - a pillow spray 15 ml of distilled water 2 drops of Lavender 1 drop Chamomile 1 drop Orange 1 drop Ylang ylang Shake well and spritz on pillow cases. Let dry. Great for your guests.
For your Spray bottle:
40 drops Bergamot 40 drops Grapefruit 40 drops Peppermint 30 drops Juniper Berry 25 drops Lavender 4 ounces of pure water. Shake and spray from a mist sprayer.
Another one for your spray bottle: 10 drops Bergamot 40 drops Orange, 5 drops Ginger, 5 drops Cinnamon, 5 drops Lemon, 30 drops Clove, 5 drops Nutmeg, Blend oil and put 12 drops into 1 ounce tepid distilled water, Shake well, then spray
2 drops citronella, 2 drops Bergamot 2 drops Frankincense 2 drops Lemon, 4 drops Lavender 2 ounces of distilled water Pour blend into bottle, shake well and mist into your home. Caution - do not spray onto furniture. Spice Air Freshener Marjoram - 25 drops Sage - 25 drops Spearmint - 25 drops Clove - 25 drops Patchouli - 25 drops Emulsifier - 5 ml Distilled water 4 oz Blend essential oils with Emulsifier, then add to 4 oz distilled water. Shake well, then let sit for day. Spray in any room. (Adapted from "500 Formulas for Aromatherapy" by Schiller and Schiller)
REFRESHING SPRAY #2 Distilled water - 4 oz Lime - 50 drops Grapefruit- 50 drops Orange, - 10 drops Patchouli - 10 drops Emulsifier - 5 ml Add essential oils and emulsifier into a clean bottle then pour distilled water into the bottle Shake well then spritz in the air. Shake well before each use. The above 2 blends can be used in any diffuser by omitting the emulsifier and water. Just blend in an amber bottle, shake well and then apply a few drops to your favorite diffuser.
REFRESHING SPRAY #1 Distilled water - 4 oz Lime - 90 drops Peppermint - 50 drops Eucalyptus - 10 drops Emulsifier - 5 ml Add essential oils and emulsifier into a clean bottle then pour distilled water into the bottle Shake well then spritz in the air. Shake well before each use. (Adapted from "500 Formulas for Aromatherapy" by Schiller and Schiller)
(500 Formulas for Aromatherapy by Schiller and Schiller) ROOM FRAGRANCE Lime - 60 drops Bergamot - 60 drops Tangerine - 30 drops Petitgrain - 15 drops Patchouli - 10 drops Emulsifier - 1 teaspoon
REFRESHING AIR SPRAY Grapefruit 40 drops Petitgrain and 40 drops Peppermint 40 drops Lime 30 drops water − 4 oz
Pure distilled water - 4 fluid ounces Mix the essential oils with emuslifier, then add the distilled water. Use in a spray bottle. Shake well before each use. (Please note this blend may be cloudy. This is normal. )
Blend all ingredients in a spray bottle, shake well to mix. Spray in air for a really nice aroma (Recipe from 500 Recipes by Schiller and Schiller)
Recipe adapted from Schiller and Schiller - Little Giant Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy CARPET FRESHENER 30 drops Eucalyptus 30 drops Cinnamon Leaf 30 dropsLemongrass 10 drops Clove bud 1/2 cup bicarbonate of soda (baking soda) Blend all oils and soda in a wide mouth jar and close lid and let set for 24 hours. Sprinkle over carpet and let sit for 10 15 minutes then vacuum.
BATHROOM AIR FRESHENER Peppermint - 25 drops Sandalwood - 10 drops Lavender - 5 drops One Ounce of Distilled Water. Add the above essential oils to a Spray top PET plastic bottle, add the water. Shake Well. Spray in the Bathroom as desired.
(500 formulas for Aromatherapy by Schiller and Schiller) Aromatherapy Recipes using Essential oils for Alertness, Refreshing and Uplifting your Mind, Body and Spirits ALERTNESS MASSAGE
Ginger - 6 drops Grapefruit- 5 drops Juniper Berry 4 drops 15 ml of a carrier oil Mix all ingredients, massage into temples and back of neck.
Here's a good "Pickme up" if you're feeling "down". 2 Tablespoons - Sweet Almond oil 1 teaspoon - Wheat Germ oil 8 drops - Lavender 8 drops - Ylang ylang 2 drops - Basil 2 drops - Geranium 2 drops - Bergamot Mix above ingredients in a small bottle (amber is best). Then apply a small amount on back of hands and pressure points on front of hands. Use 2 - 3 times daily.
Fatigue Relief Massage Blend Grapefruit - 6 drops Palmarosa - 5 drops
Mental Clarity Spray Lemongrass - 50 drops Rosemary - 40 drops
Thyme - 4 drops Carrier Oil of your choice - 15 ml Blend essential oils in carrier oil. Shake well and use as needed. (500 Formulas for Aromatherapy by Schiller and Schiller)
Niaouli - 40 drops Cedarwood - 20 drops Pure water - 4 ounces (120 ml) Mix essential oils, add water, Shake well. Put in sprayer and use when needed. (From the Little Giant Book of Aromatherapy by Schiller & Schiller)
A LITTLE UPLIFTER
One of Penny's Favorite Blends
4 drops - Clary Sage 4 drops - Ylang ylang, 3 drops - Geranium 2 drops - Basil 1 drop - Sandalwood Mix in amber bottle and use in atomizer or diffuser or put 4-6 drops in an aroma lamp
6 drops - Grapefruit 4 drops - Spearmint Blend together and add to any diffuser or place on a cotton ball. This reminds me of one of the Wrigley Gums. It's a great pickme upper and people at the office just think someone is chewing a fresh stick of gum.
FOR Your BATH Refreshing bath oil.
ALERTNESS MIST SPRAY
4 drops Fir 4 drops Geranium 4 drops Spearmint 2 drops Juniper Berry 2 drops Lemon and 1 teaspoon carrier oil Mix well and add to a tub of very warm water and RELAX!!
40 drops Bergamot 40 drops Grapefruit 40 drops Peppermint 30 drops Juniper Berry 25 drops Lavender 4 ounces of pure water. Shake and spray from a mist sprayer.
ENLIVENING
REFRESHING SPRAY #2
50ml of Carrier Oil such as Almond Oil 4 drops Peppermint 4 drops Geranium 10 drops Rosemary Mix the essential oils, then add the Carrier Oil and Mix. Apply after or during a bath. This is an excellent blend for those experiencing Jet Lag.
Distilled water - 4 oz Lime - 50 drops Grapefruit- 50 drops Orange, - 10 drops Patchouli - 10 drops Emulsifier - 5 ml Add essential oils and emulsifier into a clean bottle then pour distilled water into the bottle Shake well then spritz in the air. Shake well before each use.
(from The Encyclopedia of Aromatherapy by Chrissie Wildwood).
The above 2 blends can be used in any diffuser by omitting the emulsifier and water. Just blend in an amber bottle, shake well and then apply a few drops to your favorite diffuser. (500 Formulas for Aromatherapy by Schiller and Schiller)
ENERGIZE ME!!! Lavender − 8 drops Lemon − 2 Lemon Orange − 6 drops
FATIGUE RELIEF DIFFUSER BLEND Grapefruit − 4 drops Peppermint − 6 drops Rosemary − 5 drops
Rosemary − 4 drops Blend these well in an amber bottle. Then diffuse in the air as needed. Or place in a Personal inhaler.
Blend all ingredients inamber bottle, shake well to mix. Then plce in your favorite diffuser Can also be used in a Personal inhaler (Recipe adapted from 500 Recipes by Schiller and Schiller)
FATIGUE BLEND Cedarwood - 6 drops Bay laurel - 4 drops Spruce - 4 drops Sweet almond oil - 2 ounces Blend all essential oils in a PET plastic bottles, then add the Sweet Sweet almond oil. Shake well. Use for massage when you need a little more energy. Especially good to massage on tired legs and the lower back. 10
Aromatherapy Recipes using Essential oils for Allergy Related Complaints Welcome to Birch Hill Happenings Aromatherapy Recipes!! Allergy Season To help open up sinuses and congestion 4 drops Eucalyptus 4 drops Chamomile 3 drops Anise 3 drops Lemon 1 drop Petitgrain 5 ml of carrier oil Blend these oils together then While drawing a bath use 15-20 drops of blend in the running water and enjoy! (This makes enough for about 3-4 baths) You can also omit the carrier oil and add 5 drops to the bath water - Will make enough for 3 baths. Aromatherapy Recipes using Essential oils for Anti-Fungal, Anti-Bacterial and Other Infective agents Welcome to Birch Hill Happenings Aromatherapy Recipes!! Bacteria Buster for Bathrooms Oregano - 5 drops Sage - 10 drops
Antiinfection Spray 1 cup warm water Niaouli - 5ml
Thyme - 10 drops Lemon - 20 drops Emulsifier - 3 ml Mix essential oils, then add emulsifier. Shake well. Mix in 2 1/2 cups of distilled water . Put in sprayer or use on cloth and use as final rinse on bathroom surfaces.
Shake well, Spray in any room.
(Adapted from "Complete Book of Essential oils an Aromatherapy" by Valerie Worwood) ROOM DISINFECTING SPRAY
COLD COMBATING BLEND
Distilled water - 4 oz Bergamot - 60 drops Oregano - 40 drops Spearmint - 25 drops Cedarwood - 15 drops Cinnamon leaf - 10 drops Emulsifier - 5 ml
Orange, - 20 drops Eucalyptus - 10 drops Juniper berry 10 drops Pine Needle - 10 drops Basil - 6 drops Rosewood - 6 drops Ginger - 4 drops
Add essential oils and emulsifier into a clean bottle then pour distilled water into the bottle Shake well then spritz in the air. Shake well before each use.
Blend all together and us in a diffuser or a few drops in a bath !!
ATHLETES FOOT RELIEF OIL
ROOM DISINFECTANT
carrier oil - 2 oz Tea Tree - 10 drops Eucalyptus - 8 drops Myrrh - 6 drops Thyme - 6 drops
(Aromatherapy for Vibrant Health and Beauty by Roberta Wilson)
Tea Tree - 65 drops Thyme - 50 drops Eucalyptus - 35 drops Emulsifier - 1 1/2 teaspoons (or 150 drops) Pure distilled water - 4 fluid ounces
Place in a clean container and blend together. Apply a few drops directly to affected area. once or twice a day. This will not cure Athletes foot over night. You should get relief within a day or two. Be consistent and with continued use your feet will feel better quickly. Fungal infections - which is what Athlete's foot is can take several weeks to be cured. Use this consistently for several weeks to eliminate the fungal infection. ANTI-INFECTION MASSAGE BLEND
Mix oils with emulsifier until well blended then add the distilled water and use in a spray bottle. Shake well before each use. (Please note this blend may be cloudy. This is normal. )
ANTISEPTIC WOUND WASH
Peppermint -5 drops Clove bud 5 drops Thyme - 5 drops
Elemi - 20 drops Rosemary- 10 drops Lavender - 10 drops Myrrh - 5 drops
Blend in 1 Tablespoon of a carrier oil,
Blend oils and add 20 drops to 2 cups of
shake well and let sit for a day, then use cooled, boiled water. Bathe cuts (wounds) as you would any massage blend. 3 times daily with a sterile gauze. The oils in this blend will also help with colds and flu. Rub on the bottom of your feet if you are feeling a little under the weather. IMMUNE BOOSTING MASSAGE OIL Carrier oil - 4 oz Geranium - 10 drops Tea Tree - 10 drops Lemon - 8 drops Thyme - 8 drops Myrrh - 6 drops Elemi - 5 drops Blend together in a dark bottle massage over body once or twice a day. (Aromatherapy for Vibrant Health and Beauty by Roberta Wilson) SPRINGTIME COLD RELEIF
DETOXIFYING BATH Geranium − 2 drops Rosemary 2 drops Juniper Berry − 2 drops Lavender − 2 drops Mix together in an amber bottle. Then add 5−8 drops to bath. You might want to mix a larger quantity so you can use on a weekly basis. Recipe adapted from Aromatherapy Handbook for Beauty, Hair, and Skin Care by Erich Keller FIRST AID SKIN WASH AND/OR CREAM
Eucalyptus − 4 drops Geranium − 4 drops Peppermint − 4 drops Rosemary − 4 drops
Roman Chamomile − 4 drops Geranium − 6 drops Lavender − 6 drops Lemon − 4 drops Blend all ingredients in an amber bottle. Tea Tree − 2 drops This blend can then be used in an Personal inhaler. Or add to a bath − only Blend together − store in a cool place. Add about 4 drops. or add 8 drops to 1 ounce several drops to a basin of tepid water. Use of carrier oil and rub on chest, neck or this to cleanse the wound area. any other area you desire. Alternately, you can add this blend to 1 ounce of Sorbolene Cream , blend well and then you can apply a light coating of this several times a day if needed to the wound. ALL PURPOSE REFRESHING − DISINFECTING BLEND Lavender − 20 drops Peppermint − 10 drops Tea Tree − 10 drops Mix all oils together in an amber bottle. Add 8 drops to 1 ml of Emulsifier . Shake well then add to 2 cups of distilled water. Put all in a spray bottle. You can use this spray to clean and disinfect the air. Simply use as a room spray as needed. It is a light refreshing scent.
ON THE BUG BITE BLEND Roman Chamomile − 2 drops Eucalyptus 3 drops Lavender − 3 drops Peppermint − 1 drop Blend well, then add to 1 ounce cider vinegar. Apply or dab on with a cotton ball to the insect bite area. Can be used several times a day as needed.
This blend of essential oils can also be added to your laundry. Apply several drops to a small cloth and toss in your clothes dryer. If you prefer you can add several drops to the final rinse of your clothes washer too. ROOM Disinfectant
ANTI-FUNGAL BATH
Tea Tree - 65 drops Thyme - 50 drops Eucalyptus, - 35 drops Distilled Water - 4 ounces. Mix above ingredients in a Spray bottle Shake well and Spray.
Lavender 4 drops Geranium 1 drop Tea Tree 1 drop Fill your bath tub, then add the essential oils. Add 1 - 2 cups of sea salts, mix well. Soak for a minimum of 20 minutes. Be sure to dry your skin well, especially between your toes and other cracks, where moisture can be trapped. (If you have a prescribed medication, apply after you are completely dry.) 20
Aromatherapy Recipes using Essential oils for CALMING and RELAXING Calming Blends Everyone likes to have some peace and quiet. When you can find a moment or two you want to have that wonderful feeling of calmness and to be calmed from within. When we think of essential oils that produce calming affects we think of Lavender, but there are many other oils that will provide chemical changes and promoted calming feelings. Several essential oils can slow brain wave patterns to produce sensations of relaxation. This mode of action is similar to sedative type drugs (only milder and with out any of the bad side effects). Roman Chamomile, Clary Sage, Helichrysum, Lemon, Mandarin, Marjoram, Neroli, Ylang Ylang , Vetiver, Rose, Spikenard and Frankincense. Creating a blend using up to 5 of these oils will help you feel calm and peaceful. Several of these oils can help to produce a spiritual calmness. Vetiver, Roman Chamomile, Rose, Spikenard and Frankincense. Include these, especially if you wish to meditate. FOOT BATH REJUVENATING Myrtle - 4 drops Spearmint - 4 drops Grapefruit - 4 drops Cajuput - 3 drops 15 ml of a carrier oil Blend together and add 7-9 drops in foot bath, swirl water to disperse the oils,
CALMING MASSAGE OIL Petitgrain - 6 drops Orange - 5 drops Neroli - 4 drops Add to 15 ml carrier oil of your choice. Blend (shake well) massage into shoulders and back.
insert feet and relax for 15 minutes Calming Massage oil This blend is especially good after a hard days work or work out at the gym. Birch - 3 drops Pine - 5 drops Eucalyptus - 5 drops Roman Chamomile - 3 drops Sunflower oils - 2 ounces Blend all together and shake well. Massage into stiff tired muscles and simple enjoy and relax.
A Calming Diffuser Blend Lavender - 18 drops Rosewood- 15 drops Roman Chamomile - 12 drops Geranium - 12 drops Clary Sage - 10 drops Ylang Ylang - 10 drops Marjoram - 8 drops Blend into a small glass container and shake well. Add to your favorite diffuser. Enjoy. Adapted from a recipe in - A complete Guide to Understanding and Using Aromatherapy by Robert Wilson
Calming Perfume
FOR your Massage
Roman Chamomile - 3 drops Ylang Ylang - 3 drops Jasmine - 1 drop Rose - 1 drops Jojoba - 4 ml
after a hectic and crazy day! 6 drops Anise 15 drops Rose 5% in Jojoba 6 drops Nutmeg 60 ml of carrier oil Massage into upper chest, back of neck, Mix all together. Can be worn as a across shoulders and mid back. personal fragrance perfume or just enjoy - This is one massage oil Al likes. inhaling it from the bottle or omit the Use it to relieve stress and for calming. Jojoba and use this blend in a Personal inhaler type diffuser. Adapted from a recipe in A complete Guide to Understanding and Using Aromatherapy by Robert Wilson FOR Your next RELAXING MASSAGE 4 drops Orange 3 drops Anise 3 drops Cedarwood 3 drops Neroli 2 drops Chamomile in 15 ml of carrier oil for a relaxing massage A Great Relaxer and Soother 6 drops - Grapefruit 6 drops - Bergamot 6 drops - Lime 4 drops - Ginger 2 drops - Sandalwood Blend all oils and use in diffuser or place 5-6 drops in your bath.
RELAXING BATH In a warm bath put 4 drops Chamomile and 2 Lavender. Do this before bed as this is a relaxing blend!
CALMING SPRAY MIST 30 drops Marjoram 30 drops Cajuput 30 drops Lavender 30 drops Petitgrain 30 drops Vetiver 4 ounces pure water Shake well and spray in the room This also works on overactive kids.
Spray in evening and before bed to help them sleep. (Adapted from 500 Formulas by Schiller and Schiller) For SWEET DREAMS Put a couple of drops of Marjoram and Lavender in a warm Bath and enjoy!
A SLEEP MASSAGE OIL 4 drops - Pine 4 drops - Marjoram 4 drops - Melissa 1 drops - Cinnamon in 15 ml of Carrier oil. Mix all ingredients and use to massage. Nighty Night :-) !!
Sweet Dreams - a pillow spray
Comforting Spray
15 ml of distilled water 2 drops of Lavender 1 drop Chamomile 1 drop Orange 1 drop Ylang ylang Shake well and spritz on pillow cases. Let dry. Great for your guests.
Lavender - 8 drops Vanilla - 3 drops (30 drops of Vanilla in Jojoba) Ylang Ylang - 3 drops Orange -10 drops Cedarwood - 8 drops Emulsifier - 1/2 teaspoon Distilled Water - 2 ounces Add oils to Emulsifier, shake well then add the distilled water. Shake well and spray in room.
Sleepy Time Neroli - 4 drops Mandarin - 3 drops Oregano - 3 drops Lavender - 3 drops 1 tablespoon carrier oil of your choice
FOR Your BATH - In a warm bath put 4 drops Roman Chamomile and 2 Lavender Do this before bed as this is a relaxing blend!
Blend essential oils in carrier oil. Shake well and massage your legs, arms and back (if you can find someone to do this for you!) MASSAGE 4 drops Orange 3 drops Anise 3 drops Cedarwood 3 drops Neroli 2 drops Roman Chamomile in 15 ml of carrier oil for a relaxing massage.
Calming Diffuser Blend 20 drops Roman Chamomile 15 drops Lavender 10 drops Clary Sage 10 drops Geranium 5 drops Ylang Ylang Blend oils in a glass bottle and add to diffuser as needed.
Calming Blend to use as a Perfume Jojoba - 4 ml
BASIC CALMING & RELAXING BLEND !
Roman Chamomile - 3 drops Ylang Ylang - 3 drops Jasmine - 1 drop Rose - 1 drop Add essential oils to Jojoba . Can be worn as a fragrance or inhaled from the bottle or cotton ball. Store in a glass bottle. If worn as fragrance be sure to dab on pulse points, and behind the ears.
20 drops Lavender 10 drops blue Chamomile (German) 10 drops white Chamomile (Roman) 20 drops Marjoram 20 drops Orange, COMBINE ESSENTIAL OILS IN AMBER GLASS BOTTLE WITH DROPPER IN NECK. ADD REQUIRED DROPS, USUALLY BETWEEN 5 - 10 IS PLENTY, TO WATER IN TOP OF DIFFUSER. THIS RECIPE IS NOT ONLY CALMING AND RELAXING, IT ADDS A WONDERFULL AROMA IN THE ROOM YOU ARE USING IT. THIS IS A FAVORITE BLEND OF MINE !!! Submitted by Lisa P. from Australia, Thanks Lisa
STRESS RELIEVER MASSAGE BLEND Anise - 7 drops Rose Otto - 1 drop Nutmeg - 3 drops Sweet almond - 60 ml Blend in 2 oz amber bottle and blend (shake) use to massage on back!!
EASY SLEEPING MIST SPRAY * could help snoring Pine needle - 55 drops Myrtle - 45 drops Eucalyptus - 30 drops Bay laurel - 30 drops Grapefruit - 20 drops Marjoram - 20 drops Emulsifier - 2 teaspoons 4 oz of distilled water Blend together the essential oils and the emulsifier then add the distilled water and shake well, spray in bedroom a few times before going to sleep. (Please note this blend may be cloudy. This is normal. )
SHOO the MONSTERS AWAY BEDTIME SPRAY Bedtime sprays for Children (and adults too) Often times children and adults have a difficult time drifting off to sleep or darkness can make the night a 'scary' place. Make a Bedtime Spray of a mix of the following essential oils in a 8 ounce bottle of distilled water. 12 drops Roman Chamomile 12 drops Lavender and 8 drops Orange 30 drops of Emulsifier Mix and spritz on the pillow and in the air
STRESS & STRAIN SOOTHER Lavender − 3 drops Marjoram − 3 drops 15 ml carrier oil or unscented lotion Blend and mix. This blend will help to ease tight muscles and relax a tense mind. Recipe from The Fragrant Veil − By Elizabeth Millar
in the room. This mixture is good where "monsters' hide too! :−) Mix the Essential oils with the emulsifier, blend well then add to the distilled water, shake well before spraying! MEDITATION
STRESS BUSTER
Myrrh − 4 drops Sandalwood − 6 drops Frankincense − 10 drops Clove bud − 2 drops Cistus − 2 drops Clary Sage − 6 drops Rose Otto − 2 drops
Lavender − 6 drops Roman Chamomile − 4 drops Ylang Ylang − 4 drops
Blend oils in amber bottle, shake well. Add 2−6 drops to you diffuser for use while meditating. If you have a large room, you may need to use more oil in the diffuser. The oils in this blend are very soothing and relaxing.
This blend is wonderful to use in any personal diffuser such as the Terra Cotta Disc that can be set next to your work are or in a Personal inhaler. Inhale as needed.
SIMPLE SLEEP BLEND
RELAXING MASSAGE OIL
Lavender 1 drop Bergamot − 1 drop Place these on a tissue and place between your pillow case and pillow. Nighty night!
Blend these oils together in an amber bottle. You can easily double or triple this recipe.
This blend of oils is very calming and will help you relax and feel happy.
Marjoram - 6 drops Roman Chamomile - 3 drops Lavender - 10 drops Sage - 3 drops 2 ounces Sweet almond Oil Blend all essential oils in a PET plastic bottle, then add the Sweet Sweet almond oil. Shake well. Use for massage on any day, but especially on days where you are more stressed. 10
RELAX AND WIND DOWN SPRAY MIST Mandarin - 10 drops Lavender 5 drops Marjoram 3 drops Sandalwood 3 drops Emulsifier - 25 drops 4 ounces distilled water. Blend all essential oils together, then add the emulsifier. Blend this well. Add the essential oils and emulsifier to a 4 ounce PET plastic spray bottle, add 4 ounces of distilled water. Shake well before each
use. This blend is great when your children need to wind down after an exciting day, such as a birthday party or when company comes to visit after dinner. Aromatherapy Recipes using Essential oils for Colds, Flu, Bronchitis and Congestion INHALATION for Chest Colds and coughs Cinnamon - 6 drops Rosemary - 6 drops Pine - 6 drops Thyme - 3 drops
FOR COUGHS AND CROUP Use Eucalyptus (several drops) in a pan of water on low heat or put in a vaporiser or diffuser. This will disperse into the room and help break up mucous and reduce coughing.
Blend these oils together then use 4-5 drops in 18 oz of hot water. Use a towel to make a tent, Inhale. Allergy Season To help open up sinuses and congestion 4 drops Eucalyptus 4 drops Chamomile 3 drops Anise 3 drops Lemon 1 drop Petitgrain 5 ml of carrier oil Blend these oils together then While drawing a bath use 15-20 drops of blend in the running water and enjoy! (This makes enough for about 3-4 baths) You can also omit the carrier oil and add 5 drops to the bath water Will make enough for 3 baths. For the FLU, SINUSITIS, BRONCHITIS 30 Drops Eucalyptus 15 drops Lavender 12 drops Pine 6 drops Marjoram 3 drops Thyme
INHALATION FORMULA 2 cups boiling water Eucalyptus - 12 drops Cedarwood - 6 drops Rosemary - 3 drops Peppermint 6 drops Pour blend into bottle, shake well and then add 5 drops to the boiling water (place in a stainless steel bowl), lean over bowl and place towel over head to inhale the oils. Caution - remember sometimes less in oils is better than more
COLD COMBATING BLEND Orange, - 20 drops Eucalyptus - 10 drops Juniper berry 10 drops Pine Needle - 10 drops Basil - 6 drops Rosewood - 6 drops Ginger - 4 drops
Mix all oils in an amber glass bottle. Then place 6 drops in a Blend all together and us in a diffuser bowl of hot water and breath in the or a few drops in a bath !! steam for 5 to 10 minutes. (Aromatherapy for Vibrant Health
and Beauty by Roberta Wilson)
COLD AND FLU PREVENTION Lavender - 5 ml Eucalyptus s - 5 ml Ravensara - 3 ml Bay laurel - 2 ml Blend in an 30 ml amber bottle. This blend should be diffused throughout the cold and flu season.
Aromatherapy Recipes using Essential oils for Colds, Flu, Bronchitis and Congestion INHALATION for Chest Colds and coughs Cinnamon - 6 drops Rosemary - 6 drops Pine - 6 drops Thyme - 3 drops
FOR COUGHS AND CROUP Use Eucalyptus (several drops) in a pan of water on low heat or put in a vaporiser or diffuser. This will disperse into the room and help break up mucous and reduce coughing.
Blend these oils together then use 4-5 drops in 18 oz of hot water. Use a towel to make a tent, Inhale. Allergy Season To help open up sinuses and congestion 4 drops Eucalyptus 4 drops Chamomile 3 drops Anise 3 drops Lemon 1 drop Petitgrain 5 ml of carrier oil Blend these oils together then While drawing a bath use 15-20 drops of blend in the running water and enjoy! (This makes enough for about 3-4 baths)
INHALATION FORMULA 2 cups boiling water Eucalyptus - 12 drops Cedarwood - 6 drops Rosemary - 3 drops Peppermint 6 drops Pour blend into bottle, shake well and then add 5 drops to the boiling water (place in a stainless steel bowl), lean over bowl and place towel over head to inhale the oils. Caution - remember sometimes less in oils is better than more
You can also omit the carrier oil and add 5 drops to the bath water - Will make enough for 3 baths. For the FLU, SINUSITIS, BRONCHITIS 30 Drops Eucalyptus 15 drops Lavender 12 drops Pine 6 drops Marjoram 3 drops Thyme
COLD COMBATING BLEND Orange, - 20 drops Eucalyptus - 10 drops Juniper berry 10 drops Pine Needle - 10 drops Basil - 6 drops Rosewood - 6 drops Ginger - 4 drops
Mix all oils in an amber glass bottle. Then place 6 drops in a bowl of hot Blend all together and us in a diffuser or a water and breath in the steam for 5 to 10 few drops in a bath !! minutes. (Aromatherapy for Vibrant Health and Beauty by Roberta Wilson) COLD AND FLU PREVENTION Lavender - 5 ml Eucalyptus s - 5 ml Ravensara - 3 ml Bay laurel - 2 ml Blend in an 30 ml amber bottle. This
blend should be diffused throughout the cold and flu season. 10
Aromatherapy Recipes using Essential oils for Depression FOR MILD DEPRESSION Take a bath with a teaspoon of this Blend added to the water: 50 ml Sunflower oil 6 drops Lemon 12 drops Coriander 6 drops Neroli 5 drops Ylang ylang More to come!
For PMS and DEPRESSION Rose 5% 5 drops Clary Sage 12 drops Bergamot 9 drops Blend together and add 5-7 drops in bath. You might want to add a carrier oil to bath water too!