Guest guest Posted June 16, 2006 Report Share Posted June 16, 2006 Aromatherapy Treatments for the Emotions, Moods, and Memory Effective Tools and Treatment for Alleviating and Coping with Stress Anti-Stress Synergy 4 parts Lavender essential oil 2 parts Bergamot essential oil 1 part Ylang ylang essential oil Deep Relaxation Blend 6 parts Lavender essential oil 2 parts Marjoram essential oil 1 part Mandarin essential oil Lavender Fields 6 parts Lavender essential oil 1 part Sandalwood essential oil Use all of the above blends as a diffuser oil and inhale as needed from the bottle. Massage Oil for Stress 2 Tbsp sweet almond (or vegetable oil) 10 drops Lavender essential oil 2 drops Neroli or Rose essential oil In a shallow dish or bottle, add the essential oils. Add two tablespoons of warm vegetabl e oil or sweet almd oil. Mix well. Apply to the skin with slow rhythmic hand strokes, working towards the heart. Be sure to pay special attention to the hands, feet, and neck. Herbal Retreatment Bath Salts (or other carrier) 7 drops Lavender essential oil 2 drops Lemongrass essential oil 1 drop Basil essential oil Add the essential oils to the carrier and add to a full bath. Warm to hot water temperature is suggested. Soak 20 to 30 minutes. Quiet Moments 2 Tbsp Honey (or other carrier) 6 drops Sandalwood essential oil 2 drops Bergamot essential oil 2 drops Ylang ylang essential oil In a small dish, add honey. Mix in the essential oils and combine well by stirring. Add to full warm bath. Soak for 20 to 30 minutes. Stress-Release Soak 1/4 - 1/2 cup heavy cream (or other carrier) 6 drops Lavender essential oil 2 drops Mandarin essential oil 1 drop Bergamot essential oil 1 drop Clary Sage essential oil In a cup add the cream. Add the esetial ! oils and mix well to combine. Dry powdered milk can be used as an alternative to the cream. Simply make a thick paste with water and add essential oils to it. Add the aromatic cream to a full warm bath and stir with your hands. Soak for 20 to 30 minutes. No Worries Herb Tea relaxing blend for stress 2 parts Chamomile flowers 2 parts Lemon balm herb 1 part Catnip herb 1 part Lavender flowers 1 part Peppermint leaf 1 part Rose petals 1 part Lemongrass (optional) a pinch of nutmeg to taste Vanilla Honey (optional) Combine the dried herbs, flowers, and spices in a glass jar. Label. To prepare one cup of herbal tea, use 1 to 2 teaspoons per cup of hot water. Steep for 5 minutes. Essential oils useful for stress reduction and promoting relaxation are basil, bergamot, chamomile, clary sage, geranium, juniper, lavender, lemon grass, marjoram , Neroli, rose, sandalwood, and ylang ylang. Recovery from Nervous ExhaustionBR Re-charge Synergy Blend for nervous tension 6 parts Lavender essential oil 3 parts Basil essential oil 2 parts Pine essential oil 1 part Nutmeg essential oil Mix the essential oils in an amber glass bottle. Use a few drops n an aroma lamp or inhale for a tissue. Ideally, this blend is nice to use in a diffuser to disperse the essential oils into the room air two or three times per day. Re-Fuel An aromatic bath to relieve nervous tension Bath salts (or other carrier) 5 drops Patchouli essential oil 3 drops Clary sage essential oil 2 drops Eucalyptus essential oil Choose a carrier to transport your essential oils into the bath water. Bath salts contain Epsom and sea salt and make a good choice. Add the essential oils to the carrier and mix well. Pour the bath preparation into a full warm bath and stir with your hand. Soak for 20 to 30 minutes. Essential oils that are helpful in conditions of mental and nervous exhaustion are hos which ! affect t he nervous system and aid in regulating and relaxing. Those used most often are basil, clary sage, eucalyptus, geranium, ginger, grapefruit, hyssop, jasmine, lavender, lemon grass, marjoram, Neroli, nutmeg, patchouli, petitgrain, rosemary, ylang ylang, and pine. How to Use Aromatherapy to Relieve Anxiety Aromatic Bath for Anxiety Bath salts (or other carrier) 5 drops Lavender essential oil 3 drops Ylang ylang essential oil 2 drops Bergamot essential oil Add the essential to the carrier. Add the bath preparation to a full warm bath. Soak 20 to 30 minutes. Anti-Anxiety Massage Oil apply to the back area 2 Tbsp vegetable oil 12 drops Lavender essential oil 6 drops Ylang ylang essential oil 4 drops Frankincense essential oil 3 drops Clary sage essential oil In a n amber glass bottle, add the essential oils and vegetable oil. Shake gently to mix well. Label. To use, warm the oil by placing in a hot wate bat. Apply to the back area in light and gentle strokes. Potent Remedies for Tension Headaches Headache Oil massage oil for tension headaches 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 10 drops Lavender essential oil 5 drops Peppermint essential oil 200 IU Vitamin E (optional) In an amber glass bottle, add the essential oils and vegetable oil. Add the vitamin E. Shake well to mix completely. Label with directions for use. To use, warm a few drops of the concentrated oil and apply to the temples of the head and just beyond the hairline. Typically this area is sore to the touch if the headache is severe. Gently massage this area with a light pressure. Inhale the essences from cupped hands following the massage. Breathe slowly and concentrate on the breath. Aromatic Footbath for Headach e Relief 2 Tbsp Castile lotion (or other carrier) 4 drops Lavender essential oil 2 drops Peppermint essential oil a basin or tub cold water a towel Fill tub or basn (lage enough t! o hold b oth feet comfortably) half full with cold water. To the castile lotion soap, or other carrier that you have chosen, add the essential oils and mix well. Add to the water and stir with your hands. Soak both feet in the cold aromatic water for 15 to 20 minutes. Sit comfortably while doing the foot bath. Concentrate on breathing slowly and deeply. Relax. Depression Nature's Answer an inhalation blend for mild depression 4 parts Clary sage essential oil 4 parts Ylang ylang essential oil 3 parts Geranium essential oil 2 parts Basil essential oil 1 part Sandalwood essential oil Mix the above essential oils in an amber glass bottle. Label. To use in a diffuser, simply add to the bottle or reservoir of the appa ratus. If using this blend in an aroma lamp or simmering pot, add 4 to 6 drops and allow to diffuse into the room. Aromatic Bath for the Blues for mild bouts of depression 1/4 cup Honey (or other carier)3 drops Lavender essential oil 3 drops Ylang ylang essential oil 2 drops Basil essential oil 2 drops Geranium essential oil 1 drop Grapefruit essential oil Mix the essential oils in the honey. Fill the bathtub with warm water and then add the aromatic honey mixture. Stir well using hands. Soak for 20 to 30 minutes. Play your favorite music and light a candle or two. Sip on a cup of Feel Good herb tea while in the tub. Elation Formulation a concentrated massage oil for mild depression 2 Tbsp Sweet Almond oil ( or vegetable oil) 1 tsp Wheat germ oil 8 drops Lavender essential oil 8 drops Ylang ylang essential oil 2 drops Basil essential oil 2 drops Geranium essential oil 2 drops Bergamot essent ial oil In an amber glass bottle, add the essential oils. Add the sweet almond oil and wheat germ oil. Shake gently to mix well. Label. To use apply a small amount onto the back of the hands and chest area. Inhale the essences the hans afterapplication to ! the skin .. During the day, inhale form the back of the hands. The oils will also be absorbed through the skin. Apply two to three times daily. Feel Good Tea to encourage a feeling of well-being 3 parts lemon balm herb 1 part Lavender flowers 1 part Rose petals 1 part Spearmint leaf 1 part St. John's Wort 1 part marjoram Vanilla Honey to taste Mix the above herbs and flowers in a bowl. Store in a glass jar and label. To prepare use 1 to 2 teaspoons of herb per cup. Pour hot water over herbs and allow to steep for 5 to 10 minutes. Flavor with honey or lemon if desired. Drink up to three cups per day. Essential oils used for depression are basil, b ergamot, cedarwood, clary sage, frankincense, geranium, grapefruit, lavender, lemon, jasmine, myrrh, Neroli, rose, sandalwood, spruce, orange, and ylang ylang. Essential oils that can have a positive influence on feeling of anger, which are associated with depression can be seful as well and include rose, chamomile, ylang ylang, and rosemary. If the depression is associated with loss, then essential oils helpful for grief or bereavement, such as lavender, rose, frankincense, Neroli, hyssop, and marjoram should be used. Traditional herbs that may help depression are basil, thyme, lemon balm, St. John's Wort, lavender, spearmint, peppermint, rose petals, gingko, marjoram, lemon verbena, and ginseng. Best Insomnia Blends Aromatic Leg Spray to promote sleep for the restless 1 cup cold water 12 to 16 drops of Lavender essential oil spray bottle with a fine mister To a plastic bottle, add water and the essential oil. Label. This preparation does not contain a carrier to disperse the essential oils into the water, so it is necessary to shake this well before each use (application). Spray the lower legs. Peaceful Sleep to encourage sleep 7 parts Lavender essential oil 2 parts Marjoram essential oilMi x the essential oils in an amber glass bottle. Use a few drops to apply to the bed linen, pillow, etc. Or prepare a large amount to run through a diffuser. Alternatively, add 20 drops (or double this recipe if using drops as a measurement) and add to 4 ounces of water to make a room mister. Shake before each use Why is there always money for war, but none for education? Check Out My Groups: Everything Natural http://health./ Everything Magick EverythingMagick/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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