Thursday, October 26, 2006

AromaTherapy For Daily Use

Aromatics have been used since the time of the Egyptians over 4,000 years ago.
Today's products can relieve stress, revitalize tired muscles, as well as many other things.
You may be looking for some perfume oils for a signature fragrance.
Each essential oil has it's own characteristics and properties.
Please consult your physician with concerns you may have about any particular essential oil. Essential oils can be used in lamp rings or candle lamp diffusers.
When combined with carrier oils such as sweet almond oil,
they can be poured under running water for a soothing bath.
See some of our recipes that follow for ideas to try at home.

Lavender Air Freshener:
Combine 2T. vodka, 1/2 tsp. lavender oil with 3 cups distilled water. Shake well.
Put in mister for a relaxing air freshener. It can also be misted on clean sheets for a restful sleep. (Vodka makes the essential oil blend into the water.)

Brown Sugar Facial Scrub:
1+1/2 c. turbinado sugar1/2 c. grapeseed oil1 tsp. glycerin6 drops of rosewood essential oil1/2 tsp. cranberry seeds Thoroughly combine all ingredients.
Place in a decorative jar for a wonderful facial scrub to use as often as necessary. Grapeseed oil is a moisturizer. Use on dry skin.

White Sugar Facial Scrub:
1+1/2 c. white sugar2/3 c. grapeseed oil1 tsp. glycerin1/2 tsp. raspberry seeds6 drops of nutmeg essential oilThoroughly combine all ingredients. Place in a decorative jar. Nutmeg is rejuvenating, uplifting and energizing. Use as often as desired

Foot Soak:
1+1/4 c. coarse sea salt1+1/4 c. Epsom salts1/4 c. baking soda1/4 c. cornstarch1/3 t. spearmint essential oil Place all ingredients in a jar and shake to blend. Place 1 cup of mixed salts in warm water to soak feet and feel invigorated.