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Ärende: FWeding  AROMATHERAPY RECIPES
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From: Rai <ceri@twmba.net>
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Shamelessly nicked from Australian_Pagans

AROMATHERAPY RECIPES 

Eucalyptus and Peppermint 

Eucalyptus/Peppermint Diffusion The invigorating, refreshing and
purifying aromas of peppermint and eucalyptus oils can be subtly
diffused into the air. 

Add 10 to 15 drops of either oil to about 1/4 cup of distilled water and
place in a ceramic aromatherapy lamp that uses a small candle as the
heat source. The gentle glow of the flickering candle heightens the
experience of the fragrant oils. 

Suggested additions: Replace some of the drops of peppermint or
eucalyptus with one or more of the following oils to create your own
distinctly fragrant blend: lemon, basil, rosemary, lavender. 

Invigorating Peppermint Bath
The powerfully minty aroma of peppermint can make an ordinary bath
an invigorating experience. 

As you fill the bath add 5 to 10 drops of peppermint essential oil.
Stir the water to disperse the oil before entering. Alternatively you
can add the drops of oil to unscented bath salts or bubble bath:
Add 5 to 10 drops per ounce of bath salt or bubble bath and pour
the mixture into the tub. 

Suggested additions: Replace some of the drops of peppermint with
one or more of the following oils to create your own distinctly fragrant
blend: spearmint, lemon, basil, rosemary, lavender. 

Lemon Ylang
Lemon Ylang Mineral Bath
A lemon and ylang scented mineral bath is a delight for the senses.
Not too relaxing, and not too energizing either, this aroma awakens
your senses with a clean, sweet fragrance. 

Mix together 2 tablespoons of sea salt, 1 tablespoon of baking soda
and 1 1/2 teaspoons of borax. Add 4 drops ylang ylang and 6 drops
lemon essential oils and mix well. Pour the mixture into the bath under
running water. Make sure the salts are completely dissolved and the
oils evenly dispersed throughout the water. 

Suggested variation: A few drops of lavender will make this blend more
balancing. 

Clarifying, Uplifting Lemon Diffusion
Lemon essential oil is perfect for clearing negative energy and
emotions. The bright, fresh scent of lemon can always be
counted on to help cheer a weary heart. 

Add 10 to 15 drops of lemon oil to 1/4 cup of distilled water. Pour the
blend into a ceramic aromatherapy lamp or simmering potpourri pot. 

Suggested variation: Other citrus oils such as orange, bergamot, lime
and grapefruit blend well with lemon. 

Lavender and Orange 

Lavender Orange Diffusion The diffused aroma of lavender and orange
essential oils can make your home smell like a fragrant orange grove or
sunny lavender field in the south of France.
Add 10 to 15 drops of either oil to 1/4 cup of distilled water. Put the
blend in a ceramic aromatherapy lamp or simmering potpourri pot. 

Suggested variations: Make the citrus aroma more complex by adding
bergamot, grapefruit or lemon oils. 

Lavender Orange Refresher Spray
This floral-fruity mist is a great way to refresh tired senses on plane
trips, long car rides or anytime you need a fragrant boost.
Add 9 drops of lavender and 7 drops of orange essential oil to 1 2/3
ounces of distilled water. Place in a spray bottle or atomizer. Shake
the bottle vigorously, then close your eyes and lightly mist your face
or personal space. 

Suggested variations: Make the blend more floral by adding jasmine,
rose or ylang ylang. Make it more citrusy by substituting grapefruit,
lemon or tangerine for the lavender. 

Lavender Orange Mineral Bath
Soak away your worries with this refreshing mineral bath.
Mix together 2 tablespoons of sea salt, 1 tablespoon of baking soda
and 1 1/2 teaspoons of borax. Add 5 drops of lavender and 5 drops of
orange essential oils and mix well. Pour the mixture into the bath under
running water. Make sure the salts are completely dissolved and that
the oils are evenly dispersed. 

Suggested variations: You can make a relaxing bath by replacing the
orange essential oil with Roman chamomile, sandalwood or patchouli. 

Juniper and Pine 

Forest and Fruit Air Freshener This naturally refreshing room spray can
breathe life into rooms shut tight against winter weather.
Add 8 drops juniper berry and 8 drops pine essential oils to 1 2/3
ounces of distilled water. Pour into a bottle with spray atomizer
attachment. Shake the bottle vigorously and mist the room. 

To make this blend more cheerful and uplifting, replace the pine with
lemon or bergamot essential oils. 

Gently Clarifying Wintertime Aromatherapy Bath
Banish the hum drum of gray winter days with a soak scented with
lavender, pine and the fruity bouquet of juniper berry.
Add 3 drops juniper berry, 2 drops pine and 5 drops lavender essential
oils to a running bath. Stir the water to disperse the oils before bathing. 

For a more luxurious and romantic experience, replace the pine with rose
essential oil and float fresh rose petals in the bath. 


Cedarwood and Patchouli 

Sensual Massage Oil Patchouli essential oil is sweet and balsamic -- an
exotic, amorous fragrance. Create a sensual massage oil by adding 4
drops neroli, 4 drops patchouli and 4 drops sandalwood essential oils to
3 ounces of jojoba oil.
This blend can be made more uplifting by substituting bergamot for the
sandalwood oil. 

Relaxing Cedarwood Diffusion
Cedarwood essential oil has a woody, relaxing fragrance. Its fresh,
balsamic aroma supports and strengthens the human spirit.
Combine 30 drops cedarwood, 30 drops lavender, 15 drops rose otto
or absolute and 25 drops sandalwood. Add 16 drops of this mixture to
1/4 cup distilled water. Pour into a ceramic aromatherapy lamp. 

A deeply meditative blend can be created by substituting myrrh oil
for the lavender in this recipe. 

NOTE: Cedarwood oil is not recommended for use by pregnant women. 

Liquid Soap for Oily Skin
Cedarwood and patchouli essential oils are naturally astringent and are
a fragrant addition to the bath or shower. Try adding this refreshing
blend of essential oils to 3 ounces of unscented liquid soap or shower gel:
6 drops bergamot, 3 drops cedarwood and 3 drops patchouli.
Cedarwood is not recommended for use by pregnant women. Sandalwood
may be used as a substitute. 

Exotic Perfumed Hair Oil
The tenacious character of both cedarwood and patchouli have made the
scents popular as fixatives in the making of fine perfumes.
This recipe for a spicy, exotic perfume blend takes advantage of
cedarwood and patchouli's staying power. Jojoba oil is a natural liquid
wax that nourishes the hair shaft. The proteins in the hair absorb and hold
the fragrant essential oils in this blend. 

Combine 30 drops bergamot, 10 drops cedarwood, 10 drops tangerine,
10 drops myrrh, 10 drops patchouli and 10 drops rose. Add 12 drops
of this blend to 3 ounces of jojoba oil and massage a few drops into
freshly shampooed scalp and hair. 


Please note: Bach Flower Remedies and FES flower essences are noted
respectively by (B) and (F). If you'd like to use flower essences in these
combinations use 2-4 drops each. 

An Aromatherapy Potpourri
Creativity:
Oils: Peppermint, Orange, Rosemary
Flower Essences: Blackberry (F), Indian Paintbrush (F), Iris (F),
Nasturtium (F) 

Depression:
Oils: Two drops each of Bergamot,Geranium, Melissa, Orange.
Flower Essences: Gentian (B), Gorse (B), Mustard (B), Sweet Chestnut (B) 

Detoxification:
Oils: 4 drops each of Geranium, Rosemary, Juniper
Flower Essences: Crab Apple (B), Nicotiana (B), Sagebrush (B), Self-Heal
(F) 

Fatigue:
Oils: 2 drops each of Rosemary, Lavender, Peppermint.
Flower Essences: Aloe Vera (F), Elm (B), Hornbeam (B), Olive (B),
Peppermint
(F) 

Meditation:
This subject really deserves an article all to itself, as we meditate
for different reasons and intentions. The following oils are good
all-purpose ones. 

Two drops each of three of the following: Chamomile, Rosewood,
Frankincense, Myrrh, Sandalwood, Vetiver. 

Flower Essences: Lotus (F), St. John's Wort (F), Star Tulip (F), White
Chestnut (B) 

Calming Aromatherapy Blends
If you want to relax, but don't want to go to sleep combine 2 drops each
of lavender, orange, and cedarwood. 

For release of nervous tension combine 2 drops each of bergamot,
melissa, frankincense, and sandalwood. 

Flower Essences: chamomile, dandelion, dill, lavender 

The following aromatherapy blends are calming, and may put you to sleep.
Combine 10 drops of lavender and 5 drops of clary sage. In addition to
using this in an essential oil diffuser or in the bath, you can place a drop
or two on your pillow before going to sleep. Note: If you've been drinking
don't use this mixture or any other containing clary sage. Also, this
mixture shouldn't be used with children. 

Flower Essences: Aspen (B), chamomile(F), lavender(F), Rescue Remedy
(B) A good calming blend for children is a combination of 10 drops of
lavender with 5 drops of chamomile. 

If sleep is generally a problem try combining 2 drops of chamomile,
4 drops of lavender, 5 of geranium, 3 of sandalwood, and 2 of lemongrass. 

Flower Essences: Chamomile (F), Lavender (F), Rescue Remedy (B),
White Chestnut (B), Aspen (B) 

Aromatherapy Massage Blends
If you get professional massages take a bottle of your favorite
essential oil blend with you to your next appointment. 

If you are a professional massage therapist you might want to make up
several of these aromatherapy combinations and give your clients a
choice. They will surely appreciate this. 

If neither of the above apply don't despair. Massage can be a special
activity to share with your favorite person, and all of the blends below
are suitable for self-massage. (Please note: some of the aromatherapy
blends have been designed for the alleviation of physical conditions.
This information should not be construed as medical advice. Nor is it
intended to replace the advice of a qualified medical or other 
practitioner.) 

Tension Relief
Combine 6 drops lavender, 4 drops chamomile, and 2 drops of vetiver
in four ounces of a carrier oil. For self-massage, rub this into your 
temples.
Flower Essences: Dandelion (F) (Also see Dandelion Oil 

Indigestion
Combine 4 drops each of peppermint, marjoram, fennel, and basil with one
ounce of a carrier oil. Gently massage stomach and abdomen.
Flower Essences: Rescue Remedy (B), Chamomile (F). 

Muscle Cramps
Combine 3 drops each of chamomile, birch, rosemary, ginger, and lavender
in 1 ounce of a carrier oil.
Flower Essences: Dandelion (F) 

Severe Backache
Combine 3 drops each of chamomile, ginger, birch, rosemary, and 12 drops
of lavender in 1/2 ounce of sweet almond oil. For minor backaches you can
cut these amounts in half.
Flower Essences: Dandelion (F) 

Aromatherapy Baths
Baths are therapeutic in and of themselves, but with a fragrant infusion
of essential oils your experience may approach heavenly planes.
Self-Confidence Bath
Combine 4 drops ylang-ylang, 4 drops marjoram, and 3 drops jasmine.
Flower Essences: Larch (B), Buttercup (F) 

Bath for Shock
Combine 4 drops cypress, 2 drops cedarwood and 2 drops sandalwood.
Flower Essences: Star of Bethlehem (B) 

Two Baths for Mental Confusion
Combine 6 drops melissa, 4 drops bergamot, 2 drops lemongrass, and
2 drops lavender. 

Or: 

Combine 4 drops rosewood with 4 of patchouli.
Flower Essences: Scleranthus (B), Cerato (B). 

Cold/Flu Bath
This bath, which may also be helpful during allergy season, combines
5 drops eucalyptus, 5 drops peppermint, 4 of lavender. This can also
be used in a diffuser or humidifier. It can also be put on a cotton ball
and inhaled.
Flower Essence: Rescue Remedy (B) 

Many of these recipes are courtesy of our friends at Oasis by Design.
Visit this website for more information about essential oils and 
aromatherapy. 

Aromatherapy Recipes 

MIST SPRAYS
Mountain Breeze
4 drops peppermint
6 drops lavender
5 drops clary sage 

Sunbeam
5 drops lemon
5 drops bergamot
3 drops petitgrain
3 drops geranium 

Odor Eliminator
5 drops thyme
12 drops rosemary
8 drops pine 

Odor Eliminator
10 drops eucalyptus
8 drops lavender
5 drops lemongrass 

AROMATIC BATHS
A Stimulating Morning Bath
2 drops peppermint
4 drops rosemary
2 drops juniper 

A Calming Evening Bath
4 drops lavender
4 drops marjoram 

A Bath To Uplift Spirits
2 drops clary sage
2 drops bergamot
2 drops ylang-ylang 

A Bath For Muscle Aches
3 drops marjoram
3 drops clary sage
2 drops rosemary 

MASSAGE
Stimulating
4 drops juniper
2 drops ginger
8 drops rosemary
2 drops peppermint 

Muscle Aches
6 drops marjoram
6 drops lavender
6 drops rosemary 

Sedative
4 drops sandalwood
8 drops lavender
6 drops clary sage 

INHALATION
Head Cold/Blocked Sinuses
1 drop eucalyptus
1 drop lavender
1 drop peppermint 

Headache
1 drop marjoram
1 drop lavender
1 drop benzoin 

DIFFUSERS
Calming Blend
4 drops lavender
2 drops petitgrain 

Meditation Blend
2 drops frankincense
2 drops sandalwood
2 drops cedarwood 

Aromatherapy 

Today's Tip
Just in time for Valentines Day
Scented Beeswax Heart 

Scent a room with this decorative accent. Use a cookie cutter to cut a
heart shape from a sheet of natural beeswax. Wrap the heart in
cheesecloth and infuse it with a few drops of Rose Otto. 

Place the wrapped heart in a plastic bag for a week. Remove and
discard
the cloth and glue a ribbon hanger to the back of the heart. You can
even decorate it with dried flowers and a bow. Hang it in the kitchen
or
even the bath!! 

Enjoy!!! 

Aromatherapy Silly Putty
Categories: Aromatherapy
1 T  Elmers White Glue
1 T  Laundry Starch
5 dr EO Of Your Choice
I found out it's a bit better to use a tad more starch than glue.
I used a yogurt cup and old popsicle stick to stir it up good,
after a short while it becomes a very stiff goo-glob that easily
comes off the sides of the cup, stir stick. Than it's about done..
I added some Mandarin Eo, that gave it a pleasant smell and
we will see how my kids will react to it... 

Since the mandarin is low on sensitivity and I have no allergic
kids in this group it might be fun to see if it calms some down..
You can add a bit of food coloring,  Store those plastic easter
eggs for them to take the silly putty home. 

Aromatic Room Freshener
Categories: Aromatherapy 

http://www.substance.com/body/ahs/srfinder/detail/0,11226,221277,00.html] 

Mix together in a small glass bottle 12 drops essential oil of orange,
3 drops essential oil of peppermint, 20 drops essential oil of bergamot
and 5 drops essential oil of ylang-ylang. Shake and store in a dark,
cool place. Place a few drops of this fresh, fruity floral blend on a
ball of cotton for closets and dresser drawers 


Aromatic Moth Balls
Categories: Cleaning
1/2 c  Lavender Flowers
1/4 t  EO Of Lavender
1/4 t  EO Of Cedarwood
16  6" Cloth Squares,Cut With Pinkers
16 Pieces Of String (Or Ribbon) 

[Note: Jackie griswold @ themestream.Com] 

The moth balls you can buy commercially have an awful scent, can
stain clothes, and often content very toxic chemicals. If you prefer a
safe, natural alternative, try these sachets. These can be tossed in
your chests or drawers, or hung from your closet rods. 

Makes 16 moth repellent sachets 

Add the essential oils to the lavender flowers and mix well. Place the
scented lavender in a glass jar for a day or so to give the essential
oils a chance to permeate the flowers.   Lay out the fabric squares
with the outside facing down.   Place a heaping teaspoon of lavender
flowers on each fabric square. 

Bring the edges of the fabric together and tie with ribbon or string.
Place your moth "balls" in with your woolens or in with off-season
clothes to keep them fresh. 


Aromatic Bay Tree
Categories: Crafts
Terra Cotta Pot
Elmers Glue
Thyme,Dried
Knife
Dry Florist's Foam Block
Dry Florist's Foam Cone
Wooden Stick
Bay Leaves
Reindeer Moss 

[Note: By cheryl owen in spirit crafts] 

1) Spread glue onto a section of the plant pot and sprinkle dried
thyme on top.  Continue until the pot is covered. Leave the rim free of
thyme. Shake off excess. 

2) Cut the foam block to fit inside the pot.  Dab with glue and wedge
the block inside the pot. Insert the stick upright into the center of
the foam. Press the foam cone's flat base onto the top of the stick. 

3) Starting at the base, glue bay leaves vertically in rows around
the cones, overlapping the leaves. Continue to the top of the cone,
covering the foam completely. Glue moss onto the top of the foam
block in the pot for a grassy effect. 


Incense Sandalwood
Santalum album
Folk names ~sandal,santal,white sandalwood,white
saunders,yellow sandalwood
Gender Feminine
Planet Moon
Element Water
Powers Protection,wishes,healing,exorcism,spirituality 

Magical Uses: The powder is burned during protection
healing and exorcism spells.When mixed with
Lavender it makes an incense designed to conjure
spirits.
This Fragrant wood possesses very high spiritual
vibrations and is burned at séances and full moon
rituals when mixed with frankincense.write your wish
on a chip of sandalwood and burn in the censer
or cauldron. As it burns it sets the magic flowing,
but remember to visualize your wish at the same time.
Sandalwood Beads are protective and promote a
spiritual awareness when worn.Powdered
Sandalwood can be scattered about a place to clear it
of negativity,and it is also used as an incense base.
Its, very healing, & used to anoint. It also aids one
in seeing past incarnations. Try anointing the
forehead to promote the Sight. 

Encyclopedia of Magical Herbs 

0875421229 (TDG) 

 

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