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Essential Oils Blends
Essential oils can be used singly, layered (one after the other), and as blends. I like to create my own blends and there are several ready-made blends that I like to purchase. When making my own blends, there are several guidelines that I follow: - Work out my recipe before I start - Have all supplies ready before beginning - Use clean dark glass bottles (I like 5/6 dram, 5 ml, and 15 ml sizes) - Clearly label each blend - Make small batches, especially the first time I make a particular blend - I measure my oils by the drop, rather than by the milliliter or dram - The order that the oils go in the blend is key to keeping the therapeutic properties of all the oils in the blend - Some blends need a carrier oil, such as jojoba, almond, wheat germ or other vegetable or nut oil – I always use organic, cold pressed oils I do use some ready-made blends of essential oils. They are pure, therapeutic-grade, steam distilled, and carefully blended to retain all of the constituents of each essential oil in the blend. Here are a few of my favorites: Abundance Believe Di-Tone Joy Peace & Calming Raven Sacred Mountain Thieves Valor Information on blending essential oils can be found in many books. I do keep in mind that those written from the English aromatherapist’s view say that one should always use a carrier oil when blending essential oils. I often just use a blend of essential oils, as I am more inclined to the French and US schools of aromatherapy. Some of my favorites are: Aromatherapy for Women Aromatherapy Blends & Remedies The Essential Oils Book: Creating Personal Blends for Mind & Body The Reference Guide for Essential Oils For more information email Nancy Cebula or call her at 303.499.1607. See Book and Video Reference List for information sources. This information is from Reference Guide for Essential Oils by Connie and Alan Higley (Abundant Health, 1-888-718-3068) and Essential Oils Desk Reference (compiled by Essential Science Publishing, 1-800-336-6308). This information is for educational purposes only. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. |
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