In the last issue we learned all the basics about Aroma Therapy, the essential oils and its different diffusers. Here are some easy do at home recipes for your own Aroma Therapy.
Steam Treat to fight off the Flu
This treatment is good for relieving congestion and clogged sinuses.
What you need:
3 drops eucalyptus
1 drop peppermint
Fill sink with hot, steamy water. Add the eucalyptus and peppermint oils. Place towel over head and sink. Inhale for 5 to 10 minutes.
Tension-Headache Tamer
This remedy is excellent for chasing away tension headaches.
What you need:
Lavender
Dab one drop of lavender on each temple. (Note: most essential oils should not be applied directly to the skin, lavender is one exception). Inhale and relax.
Stomach Soother: Indigestion Solution
A simple, pleasant way to feel better when your tummy is in turmoil.
What you need:
Chamomile, lavender or marjoram essential oil
Massage a few drops of one of the oils above onto the stomach. Or add a few drops of one of the oils to a hot compress and place on stomach.
Aroma Therapy has different effects of different emotions. In order to know which oil to apply when keep this table bookmarked.
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Emotional Effects of Aromatherapy |
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To Ease: |
Try: |
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Aggression |
Bergamot, Chamomile, Juniper, Lemon, Marjoram, Rosemary, Ylang-Ylang |
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Anger |
Chamomile, Jasmine, Marjoram, PalmaRosa, Rose, Rosemary, Ylang-Ylang, |
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Anxiety |
Neroli, Bergamot, Chamomile, Frankincense, Geranium (for balance), Lavender,Orange, Patchouli, Rose (for confidence), Sandalwood. Sweet Marjoram, Vetiver (for grounding) |
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Fear |
Cedarwood, Fennel, Ginger, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Thyme |
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Grief |
Bergamot, Chamomile, Jasmine, Marjoram, Neroli, Rose |
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Hysteria |
Chamomile, Lavender, Neroli,Orange, Tea Tree |
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Impatience |
Chamomile, Clary, Frankincense, Lavender |
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Jealousy |
Jasmine, Rose |
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Loneliness |
Benzoin, Marjoram |
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Fatigue(emotional and mental |
Basil, Clary, Cardamon, Cinnamon leaf or bark, Clove bud, Coriander, Eucalyptus citriodora, Ginger, Grapefruit, Helichrysum, Jasmine, Juniper, Orange, Palmarosa, Peppermint, Rosemary, Thyme, Vetiver, Ylang-Ylang |
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Fatigue (physical) |
Basil, Elemi, Ginger, Lemon, Lavender,Orange, Peppermint, Rosemary |
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Nervousness |
Chamomile, Clary, Coriander, Frankincense, Neroli,Orange, Vetiver |
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Panic |
Chamomile, Clary, Geranium, Jasmine, Juniper, Lavender, Neroli, YlangYlang |
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Sadness |
Benzoin, Jasmine, Rose, Rosewood |
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Shock |
Lavender, Neroli, Rose, Teatree |
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Stress |
Bergamot, Atlas Cedarwood, Roman Chamomile, all Citrus oils, Clary Sage, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Sweet Marjoram, Melissa, Neroli, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Rose (absolute and otto), Rosemary, Sandalwood, Vetiver, Ylangylang. |
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Tension |
Chamomile, Clary,Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Jasmine, Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Neroli,Orange, Rose, Rosewood, Sandalwood, YlangYlang |