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Post by Moonstar88 » Thu Jan 31, 2013 5:44 am

Essential oils can be used aromatically, topically, or taken internally. However, especially for topical and internal use, it’s important to make sure you are using high quality, pure essential oils. Many of the essential oils on the market are produced solely for their aromatic quality and so are not of high enough quality to be used on your skin or in your body.

Always make sure you do your research before using essential oils as they are extremely powerful and some are not recommended in certain circumstances (such as while pregnant).

A little goes a long way and they keep for a long time. Most uses require only a few drops of essential oil. Store essential oils in a cool, dark place and they will keep for years.

IMPORTANT NOTE *  The video below has excellent guidelines "How To Use Essential Oils: Introduction & Safety"  


HEALTH CONDITIONS:

Allergies: Lavender, Roman Chamomile, German Chamomile & Yarrow.

Arthritis: Plai,(one of the best) Nutmeg, Rosemary, Juniper & Lemon and of course the Joint Gel

Athletes Foot: Tea Tree, Plai & Lavender or try the Cooling Foot Gel

Asthma: Cedarwood, Pine, Eucalyptus & Marjoram (but seek GP’s permission first).

Backache: Depending on the severity, Peppermint, Black Pepper, Ginger, Marjoram & May Chang.

Bites & Stings: Yarrow, of course! & Lavender. Keep insects at bay by burning Citronella!

Breathing problems: Clary Sage, Bergamot and if there is a build up of catarrh use Frankincense/Cedarwood

Bruises: Lavender, Yarrow, Rosemary & the carrier oil Arnica

Burns:Lavender & Yarrow

Cellulite: Rosemary, Juniper, Mandarin, Grapefruit (really good) & Geranium

Chilblains: more common in the winter, excellent oils to try are Plai, Rosemary, Lemon & Black Pepper – seek advice if suffering with HBP

Colds & Flu: Peppermint, Myrrh, Eucalyptus, Tea Tree, Frankincense & Basil. Use in an inhalation or in a burner.

Cold sores (Herpes simplex): Thyme, Bergamot, Tea Tree & Lavender

Constipation: Chamomile, Orange, Marjoram & Rosemary.

Coughs (see colds & flu)

Cuts & Abrasions: Yarrow & Lavender

Dandruff: Bergamot & Lavender

Dermatitis (see allergies)

Digestive problems: Look to the herbal oils:- Marjoram, Clary Sage, Rosemary & of course Peppermint is great if you have a tummy upset.

Dry Skin: Lavender or Geranium. Carrier Oils – Apricot Kernel, Rosehip Seed Oil

Eczema (see allergies)

Fluid retention: Juniper, Geranium, Cedarwood, Grapefruit & Sandalwood

Hangover: Juniper, Grapefruit & Peppermint

Headaches & Migraines: Grapefruit (really good), Peppermint, Eucalyptus & Basil

IBS: Plai, Nutmeg

Indigestion: Lemon, Orange, Ginger, Mandarin & Peppermint

Insomnia: Chamomile, Lavender, Sweet Orange, Peppermint & Myrrh

Jet Lag: Grapefruit is a great ‘pick me up’ also Rosemary, Lavender & Mandarin

Joints & Menopause: Laurel Leaf, Plai, Rosemary, Black Pepper, Ginger Clary Sage, Geranium & Rose, grapefruit – the best, Peppermint, Lavender

Mouth ulcers: Myrrh, Tea Tree, Lemon & Geranium

Nausea: Peppermint, Ginger, Basil & May Chang

PMS: Clary Sage, Geranium, Rose

Rheumatism: Marjoram, Plai, Black Pepper, Laurel Leaf, Lemon & Rosemary

Sinusitis and Sore Throats: Eucalyptus, Peppermint & Laurel Leaf, Ginger & Lemon use as a mouthwash 3 drops ginger & two of Lemon in a tumbler water DO NOT SWALLOW

Stress & Tension: Neroli, Ylang Ylang, Vetiver, Rose, Chamomile & Peppermint. Relax by having a bath with any of these oils.

Stretch marks: Mandarin, Geranium & Lavender mixed in a base oil and massaged deeply into the area.

Sweats: Clary Sage, Sandalwood, Rose & May Chang

Thrush & Tonsillitis: Tea Tree, Manuka (stronger than Tea Tree) Thyme & Sandalwood – 6-8 drops of the chosen oil in a bath should assist any irritation. The main ones are Lemon & Ginger, then Tea Tree & Lavender

Travel sickness: Peppermint, Ginger, Basil, May Chang & Grapefruit – a few drops on a tissue or as a diluted spray.

Varicose veins: Rosemary assists strengthening the capillary walls, Lemon, Juniper & Peppermint are all excellent oils to use. NEVER MASSAGE OVER OR BELOW A VARICOSE VEIN

Wrinkles: Rosehip Seed Oil – a carrier oil commonly thought to be the ‘best anti wrinkle oil ever’!



HEALING OILS FROM THE BIBLE:

In the Bible there are over 600 references to essential oils and/or aromatic plants.

Incense is mentioned 68 times in the Bible – where 54 of these instances the oils of Frankincense, Myrrh, and Galbanum referenced. Incense actually means “lebanoh” which in those times was frankincense.

Essential oils have been an integral part of the daily lives of people for over ten thousand years. They have been used to heal the body, mind and spirit since before the time of record keeping as we know it.

NOTE* I've noticed one of our advertisers is Vitacost. I actually purchase vitamins and oils from them on the internet at about one half the usual price if you're interested in the oils below. I mix olive oil with a few drops of the oils that I find especially soothing to replace body lotion.

Twelve Oils of Ancient Scripture - Healing Oils of The Bible


• Sandalwood Essential Oil

(Santalum album) has anti-depressant, astringent, aphrodisiac and sedative properties. It is calming and emotionally balancing and is used for depression and stress. Also called Aloes.

• Frankincense Essential Oil

(Boswellia carteri) has anti-depressant and immune stimulating properties. The high sesquiterpenes level stimulates and oxygenates the limbic system of the brain which elevates our mood and helps us relax (overcome stress).

• Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil

(Cinnamomum verum) has antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, anti-infectious and antifungal properties. It is COX inhibitor (anti-inflammatory) and is a strong oxygenator.

• Galbanum Essential Oil

(Ferual gummosa) has antiseptic, analgesic, anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties. Opens up communication to the creator. Holy incense along with Frankincense.

• Hyssop Essential Oil


(Hyssopus officinalis) has anti-infectious, antiviral, decongestant, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties. It discharges toxins from the body.

• Spikenard Essential Oil

(Nardostachys jatamansi) has anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, deodorant, relaxing and skin tonic properties. It helps with staph infections and nourishing to the skin conditions.

• Myrrh Essential Oil

(Commiphora myrrha) has antioxidant, antitumoral, anti-inflammatory and antiviral properties. It is excellent for fungal infections and skin conditions.

• Cassia Essential Oil

(Cinnamomum cassia) has antiviral, antifungal, anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. It is a COX2 Inhibitor and is excellent for fungal infections.

• Cypress Essential Oil

(Cupresus sepmervirens) strengthens the vascular system. It increases circulation and supports detoxification of the lymphatic system.

• Cistus Essential Oil

(Cistus ladanifer) has antibacterial anti-infectious and antiviral properties. It may assist the auto-immune system. Also called Rose of Sharon.

• Cedarwood Essential Oil

(Cedras atlantica) has anti-infectious, anti-fungal and sedative properties. It stimulates the pineal gland which releases melatonin. It is calming and purifying.

• Onycha or Benzoin Essential Oil

(Cedras atlantica) has anti-infectious, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It was placed in the Holy Incense Oil given to Moses.


GUIDE TO THE SEVEN CHAKRAS AND ESSENTIAL OILS:

Crown Chakra

Color: Violet
Location: Top of Head
Essential Oils: Frankincense, Myrrh

Third Eye Chakra

Color: Indigo
Location: Between the eyebrows
Essential Oils: Sandalwood, Lavender

Throat Chakra

Color: Blue
Location: Throat
Essential Oils: Bergamot, Tea Tree, Chamomile

Heart Chakra

Color: Green
Location: Chest over heart.
Essential Oils: Rose, Jasmine

Solar Plexus Chakra

Color:Yellow
Location: Between the navel and the ribcage.
Essential Oils: Fennel, Peppermint

Sacral Chakra

Color: Orange
Location: Between the navel and the base of spine.
Essential Oils: Clary Sage, Rosewood, Patchouli

Root Chakra

Color: Red
Location: Base of spine.
Essential Oils: Ginger, Cypress

**How to Apply Essential Oils to the Chakras:

Use two drops of each oil on the corresponding chakra location. Rub into the skin in a counter-clockwise direction while visualising the corresponding colour.


HOW TO MAKE AN HERB-INFUSED OIL

The process of making your own herb-infused oil is similar to making tea, but instead of extracting the herb's medicine into water, you're using oil. Whether you're making a medicinal oil to heal wounds, a massage oil to soothe sore muscles, or an oil to anoint yourself with after bathing, the process is all the same.

Making herb-infused oils from fresh plants
1.Find the herb in a place that feels good, away from busy roads and pesticide-sprayed lawns. Harvest only what you need and give thanks to the plants, however you wish. You can let the herbs wilt in a basket for a few hours or overnight first, so that some of their moisture can evaporate and they will be less likely to grow bacteria in your oil.
2.Place the fresh herbs in a dry, clean glass jar.
3.Cover your herbs with oil and use a clean knife or chopstick to release all the little air bubbles and to completely surround the herb with the oil.
4.Screw on the lid and place the jar in a warm space under 100° F and let infuse for an entire moon cycle (if not possible, then for at least 2 weeks). In the summer, you can keep your oil in a sunny windowsill or out in the sunshine. In the winter, you can keep your oil near the stove or heating vents. The warmth and time draw certain properties from the herb, infusing your oil with medicine. You may want to put a rag underneath the jar, as some of the oil may seep out and make a mess.
5.Keep an eye on the oil. If at any point moisture appears on the exposed edges of the jar, wipe it out with a piece of cloth or paper towel. Mold may begin to grow if there is too much moisture, either from the fresh plant or if your container was not fully dry. Even if mold appears, don't throw it out! Just spoon off the mold and keep an eye on the oil.
6.Strain the oil through a metal strainer or cloth (muslin works great).
7.Compost the herb and bottle the oil in a widemouth jar. Water and gunk may settle on the bottom of the jar after a day or two. If this happens, siphon or pour the good oil on the top into another dry, clean jar. You may have to do this a couple of times, but it's important. If you leave the gunk, the oil will go bad.
8.Label your oil, including the name of the herb, the date and any other details you wish to add (moon phase, where you harvested the herb, your purpose/intention for the oil), and store in a cool, dark place. It should keep for many months—up to a year. You can add vitamin E or essential oils such as lavender or rosemary to lengthen the oil's shelf life—this is a good idea if you're giving oil as a gift that may no be used right away.

Making herb-infused oils from dry plants
1.Choose the dry herb you'd like to use. You can use herbs that you dried yourself or buy them at a co-op, natural food store or by mail order. When buying herbs, crush the herb between your fingers, smell it, and notice the color and appearance. Every herb is different, but in general, it should maintain its scent and have some of its color left. If you are unsure whether it still possesses its vital energy, move on and find another herb that clearly does.
2.Place the dried herbs in a dry, clean glass jar. As dried herbs are more concentrated, you only need to use about 1/2 the amount that you'd use fresh. Fill the jar halfway.
3.Follow the instructions above. As long as you make sure your jar is dry, you should have no trouble with mold.

The double boiler method

If you don't have the time to let the oil draw out the herb's medicine slowly, you can use this method:
1.Place the herbs and oil together in a double boiler. If you don't have a double boiler, you can rig one up by resting a metal bowl over a pot of water.
2.Slowly warm the herbs at the lowest temperature for at least 30–60 minutes. Check often to make sure that the oil is not too hot. You don't want to cook your herbs in the oil, just warm them. The longer you're able to warm the oil at a low temperature, the stronger medicine your oil will be.
3.Let the oil cool and then strain it through a cloth and label, as described above.

Choosing your oil

For medicinal oils, the most commonly used oil is olive oil, which lasts longer and is less expensive than most other oils. Extra virgin cold-pressed is best. Grapeseed oil is also commonly used and is more lightweight than olive oil. Sesame oil is commonly used in Ayurvedic medicine for its warming and medicinal properties, both on the hair and skin. Jojoba oil is the closest to our body's own natural oil. Almond oil is good for dry, mature and sensitive skin.
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