Remedial Oils for Better Living

Antiseptic wash for cuts and abrasions:

• Lavender 5 drops
• Eucalyptus 5 drops
• Tea tree 5 drops
• Carrier oil 2 teaspoons

Arthritis and rheumatism may be affected by many factors. Stress reduction and diet can reduce pain and help in the elimination of toxins in the bloodstream.

Two bath formulas to detoxify the body

Massage formulas for relief

Cellulite

is a combination of a build up of toxins and water retention in the fatty tissue. A comprehensive approach includes a cleansing diet and exercise, massage and the use of essential oils. For the cleansing diet see a nutritionist or naturopath. Improve your circulation with exercise. Massage with essential oils helps to reduce the fatty tissue by improving circulation and encouraging the elimination of water. Self massage is an excellent method.

Colds Need Rest

Nutritious food and a lot of hot liquids to drink. At the first sign of a cold, burn each of eucalyptus, pine and clove in a vaporizer. For a stuffed head and sore nose add the following to a vaporizer or bowl of hot water:

Depression

is a condition which can be relieved with some essential oil formulas. Depression and apathy can be soothed with:

Facial oil, a general cleanser

PMS

Massage over abdomen between cycles.

Room freshener

Blend equal parts of Lavender and Bergamot in a vaporizer.

Skin

Acne lotion

Oily Skin

Dry Skin

Your carrier or base oil will need to be more moisturizing.

Mature Skin

Where the skin is dry, dull and less elastic with age, use a facial massage to stimulate circulation. Use a nourishing and rich carrier oil.

Tiredness and irritability

Is relieved with the following burned in a vaporizer or used as a massage oil:

Varicose veins should not be massage vigorously. Go to a medical practitioner for advice on exercise and diet. For a gentle massage to this area: