Aromatherapy Essential Oils

How to use Aromatherapy oils for reducing stress and stress free:


• In the bath – just add a few drops
• Inhale – You can add one drop to your hand and inhale
• Massage – make sure its diluted
• Vaporization – using a burner, this will bring the smell into your entire room


Tips:


• Always dilute essential oils to a 1% or 2.5% solution
• Do not apply essential oils directly to the skin.
• Always read the precautions on each bottle before using them


Cautions

HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE - avoid Cypress, Clove, Nutmeg, Pine, Rosemary, and Sage & Thyme.

LOW BLOOD PRESSURE - avoid the use of Sweet Marjoram and Ylang Ylang.

EPILEPSY - avoid Fennel, Hyssop, Peppermint and Sage.

INSOMNIA - avoid peppermint, Basil, Lemon Verbena, and Rosemary.

GASTRIC PROBLEMS - avoid Cinnamon, Clove, Garlic, Oregano and Parsley Seed.

CHRONIC KIDNEY DISEASE/URINARY PROBLEMS - avoid Juniper Berry, Eucalyptus, Parsley Seed, and Black Pepper.

ESTROGEN PATCH WEARER - avoid Geranium.

SUN EXPOSURE - before going into the sun or using tanning beds, avoid Bergamot, Grapefruit, Lemon, Lime, Mandarin, and Orange.

SKIN IRRITANTS - use a maximum of 3 drops when using the following oils in a bath: Basil, Lemon, Lemon Grass, Nutmeg, Peppermint, and Thyme.

CARDIAC FIBRILATION - do not use Peppermint and rosemary.

ASTHMA - some essential oils can help but proceed with caution.

PREGNANCY – Consult your doctor before using essential oils



Here is a list of some relaxing essential oils:


• Bergamot – soothing, uplifting and good for tension and depression
• Chamomile – calming, suitable for insomnia
• Jasmine – a stimulant or a sedative, excellent antidepressant and aphrodisiac
• Juniper – good for fatigue and building self-esteem
• Ylang ylang – calming; used as an aphrodisiac and good for panic attacks
• Rosemary – refreshing and stimulating
• Lemon balm – balances emotions
• Sandalwood – used as an antidepressant and aphrodisiac
• Vetiver – balances the nervous system, good for insomnia
• Lavender – a very useful and popular oil, used for relaxing and as an antidepressant and pain killer
• Basil – uplifting