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Here are some notes on how I use essential oils and floral waters when I am stressed:
Essential Oils
JOY is a beautiful complimentary blend of essential oils. When inhaled, it brings back memories of being loved, being held,
sharing loving times, feeling and opening these blocks in our lives where perhaps we have shut down to love or receiving love or love of self. The fragrance of this blend of oils promotes the feelings of love, self-love, and confidence. Joy contains these oils: Rose Bergamot Mandarin Ylang Ylang Lemon Jasmine Palmarosa Roman Chamomile Rosewood Geranium My favorite way to use Joy is to massage 3- 6 drops on the bottom of each foot. You can also rub it over heart, ears, neck, thymus, heart charkas, temples, across brow, and wrists. Put in bath water (4-8 drops). When feeling down, put 5 drops in your non-dominant hand, stir 3 times, massage over heart and breathe deeply. Wear as perfume or cologne, especially over the heart. Avoid exposing skin to sunlight for 3 to 6 hours after applying Joy. LAVENDER is one of my favorite essential oils! I keep a bottle of Lavender in my office, by my bed, and in my purse. If
traffic begins to ‘get to me’, I take a nice sniff of this lovely oil to bring calmness into the car. I also take a sniff when a particularly noxious vehicle goes by. If I am tense or nervous a whiff of Lavender is very relaxing. I rub a drop on my pillowcase to help me to go to sleep peacefully. When I have a headache, I often rub a drop of Lavender on my temples and/or where my head and neck meet to relieve the pain. Lavender is safe for use on children and animals. I know several people who massage it on their little ones’ feet or put a drop or two in their bath water to help them calm down and go to sleep. I use lavender to calm agitated horses and dogs by rubbing it on my hands so they can smell it, massaging in on their hooves/the pads of their feet, and on their chests (so they can inhale it). Lavender also is wonderful in a tubful of hot water. Begin by using 3 or 4 drops and gradually increase the amount if you like. I personally like to use 9-13 drops, depending on the size of the tub. A cleansing and relaxing bath recipe is to dissolve ½ to 1 cup of sea salt and an equal amount of baking soda in a tub of hot water and add 9 drops of Lavender. The sea salt and baking soda do the cleansing (and skin softening), while the hot water and Lavender take care of the relaxation! But mostly, I just open the bottle and sniff – I LOVE the aroma!!! PEACE & CALMING is a lovely blend of oils that have historically been used to reduce depression, anxiety, stress and
insomnia. It also may reduce tensions and uplift one’s spirits. I like to use it at the end of a stressful day to help me relax and get to sleep. I also massage a drop on my dog’s ears or paws to calm him, especially during a thunderstorm. I use it on my horse when she is anxious and stressed. Peace & Calming contains Cistus, Ylang Ylang, Blue Tansy, Patchouly, Tangerine, and Orange. I diffuse it, massage it on my feet, wear it as a perfume, a few (3-4) drops in bath water is very relaxing. I often open the bottle and simply inhale. VALOR was formulated to balance electrical energies in the body. This blend of essential oils has been used to help
overcome fear, build courage and confidence, and bring a feeling of calmness, peace, and relaxation. Valor contains: Rosewood – soothing and nourishing to the skin Blue Tansy –helps calm the lymphatic system and cleanse the liver Frankincense – stimulates the limbic part of the brain, helping to overcome stress and elevating the mind Spruce – helps open/release emotional blocks, bringing balance and grounding Almond Oil as a carrier oil Valor is a powerful, healing oil to use/receive in a massage. Massaging 2 or 3 drops on the bottom of my feet, then holding my feet for several minutes, right hand on right foot, left hand on left foot, relieves headaches. This also relieves stress and calms and balances me. I often massage 2 –4 drops on the bottoms of my feet in the mornings to start my day in a balanced, calm manner. Before bed, I rub 4 drops on the bottoms of my feet to help me sleep through the night. Valor has a lovely aroma and can be worn as a perfume. Floral Waters
These fragrant waters are a by-product of the essential oil distillation process. This essential water is less concentrated than the essential oil and therefore is considered to be a homeopathic version of the oil. Floral waters (also known as hydrosols) are hydrating, protective, and nurturing to the skin. They are known to be calming, soothing, uplifting, and relaxing. They can be sprayed on the skin, on animals, in the air as a freshener, and plants (to deter pests). For stress relief, I use Rose, Lavender, and Neroli (Orange Blossom) hydrosols. I spray them in the air, on my face, skin, and hair, and on my pillow at night. I find that they help me to relax and calm down. They have a gentle scent that I love. 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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