~*~AROMATHERAPY RECIPE BOX~*~

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Post by sunshinez » Fri Mar 03, 2006 2:19 pm

1) Aromatherapy Diffuser Blends

Below are 17 blends that can be used in a diffuser. Create any of the blends (most are in batches of 10 or 20 drops) by adding the proper amount of essential oils to a dark-colored glass bottle. Add the appropriate number of drops from your created blend to your diffuser following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Remember...be sure and familiarize yourself using reputable sources for the safety and contraindications of all oils you choose to use! Make the smallest possible blend first to make sure you like the blend before doubling, tripling, etc. the recipe. Please remember that thicker oils (vetivert, pachouli, oakmoss, sandalwood, benzoin) must be carefully used in nebulizing diffusers; check the instructions that come with your diffuser for specific information.

Please be responsible to find out the specific safety precautions and contraindications of the oils in the blends you choose to use.

Please note that these are posted for personal olefactory enjoyment and are not organized for any specific therapeutic or psychological benefit.

Blend 1

1 drop Jasmine
5 drops Lime
3 drops Sweet Orange
1 drop Cinnamon


Blend 2

12 drops Patchouli
5 drops Vanilla
2 drops Linden Blossom
1 drop Neroli


Blend 3

1 drop Jasmine
3 drops Sandalwood
4 drops Bergamot
2 drops Grapefruit


Blend 4

10 drops Lime
7 drops Bergamot
2 drops Ylang Ylang
1 drop Rose


Blend 5

4 drops Bergamot
2 drops Lemon
2 drops Grapefruit
2 drops Ylang Ylang


Blend 6

5 drops Spruce
3 drops Cedar (Virginian)
2 drops Lavender

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Post by sunshinez » Fri Mar 03, 2006 2:21 pm

Blend 7

4 drops Rosewood
5 drops Lavender
1 drop Ylang Ylang


Blend 8


5 drops Rosemary
1 drop Peppermint
3 drops Lavender
1 drop Roman Chamomile


Blend 9


6 drops Bergamot
11 drops Lemon
3 drops Spearmint


Blend 10

5 drops Bergamot
4 drops Lavender
1 drop Cypress


Blend 11

5 drops Spearmint
5 drops Lavender
9 drops Sweet Orange


Blend 12

5 drops Sandalwood
1 drop Rose
2 drops Lemon
2 drops Scotch Pine


Blend 13

1 drop Jasmine
6 drops Sweet Orange
3 drops Patchouli


Blend 14

4 drops Ylang Yalng
4 drops Clary Sage
2 drops Bergamot


Blend 15

7 drops Sweet Orange
2 drops Vanilla
1 drop Ylang Ylang


Blend 16

6 drops Juniper
3 drops Sweet Orange
1 drop Cinnamon


Blend 17

9 drops Sandalwood
1 drop Neroli

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Post by sunshinez » Sat Mar 04, 2006 4:39 pm

2) Air Freshener

Ingredients:

* 4 oz. clean spray bottle with a fine mist setting (do not use a bottle that previously contained cleaning products or hair products such as hair spray).
* 30-40 drops of your favorite essential oil or essential oil blend keeping the safety data of the chosen essential oil(s) in mind
* 1.5 ounces of distilled water and 1.5 ounces of high-proof alcohol (vodka is suitable, rubbing alcohol is not) or 3 ounces of distilled water.

Example blends of essential oils that may be used:


* 20 drops lime
* 14 drops bergamot
* 4 drops ylang ylang
* 2 drops rose

* 15 drops clary sage
* 9 drops lemon
* 6 drops lavende

* 20 drops rosemary
* 8 drops grapefruit
* 4 drops peppermint
* 2 drops spearmint (optional)

* 15 drops bergamot
* 15 drops spearmint

Be sure and take heed in the safety data for the oil(s) you choose to use since an air freshener, by its nature, will come in contact with all those in your household.

Directions: Fill the spray bottle with the choice of either 1.5 ounces of distilled water and 1.5 ounces of alcohol or 3 ounces of distilled water. (Even though a 4 oz. bottle is suggested, leave about 1 oz. unfilled so you can shake the bottle well between uses.) Then, add 30-40 drops of essential oil. Essential oils can very in strength. You may want to try 20 drops at first especially if you live in a household with someone who is sensitive to strong aromas. Shake the bottle prior to each use, and let it sit for about a day before making a conclusion that the aroma is too weak; the aroma can change after the air freshener has had time to sit. Mist lightly in the room. Be especially careful not to allow the air freshener mist fall onto furniture or into open beverages.

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Post by sunshinez » Fri Mar 10, 2006 1:12 pm

3) Blends to Combat Anger

The below blends may help bring calm during times of anger. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

   Blend #1


       * 1 drop Rose
       * 3 drops Orange
       * 1 drop Vetiver

   Blend #2

       * 3 drops Bergamot
       * 1 drop Ylang Ylang
       * 1 drop Jasmine

   Blend #3

       * 1 drop Roman Chamomile
       * 2 drops Bergamot
       * 2 drops Orange

   Blend #4

       * 3 drops Orange
       * 2 drops Patchouli

Directions: Select one of the blends shown above. Then, choose which method you'd like to use the blend and follow the directions below:

   Diffuser Blend:
   Multiply your blend by 4 to obtain a total of 20 drops of your chosen blend. Add your oils to a dark colored glass bottle and mix well by rollling the bottle in between your hands. Add the appropriate number of drops from your created blend to your diffuser by following the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Post by sunshinez » Fri Mar 10, 2006 1:14 pm

4) Blends to Combat Anxiety

The below blends may help during times of anxiety. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

   Blend #1

       * 2 drops Bergamot
       * 2 drops Clary Sage
       * 1 drop Frankincense

   Blend #2


       * 3 drops Sandalwood
       * 2 drops Bergamot

  Blend #3

       * 3 drops Lavender
       * 2 drops Clary Sage

   Blend #4

       * 1 drop Rose
       * 1 drop Lavender
       * 2 drops Mandarin
       * 1 drop Vetiver

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Post by sunshinez » Fri Mar 10, 2006 1:15 pm

5) Bath Oil

Ingredients:

   * 2 ounces carrier oil such as sweet almond
   * 20 drops lavender or 15-20 drops of your own blend of essential oils (be sure they are EOs that do not provide skin sensitization)

Directions: Blend the oils together and store in an amber or cobalt glass bottle. Do not use all 2 ounces of bath oil in one bath. After you have drawn your bathwater, add about 1/4 ounce (7-8ml) of the bath oil blend to your bath water. If you intend to use this bath oil with children, ensure that the oils that you have selected are safe for administration to children and use a smaller amount of the blend in the child's bathwater.

Mix well to ensure that the blend has dispersed well in the tub and hop on in. It's best to add the bath oil just before getting in the tub instead of while the water is running so that the oils don't evaporate before you get into the tub. Using this bath oil blend is safer than adding pure EOs directly to the bath water. This is because the EOs can settle in one spot on your skin and cause irritation.

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Post by sunshinez » Sun Mar 12, 2006 11:42 am

6) Bath Salts

Ingredients:

   * 3 cups Dead Sea salt, regular sea salt or Epsom salt, or a blend of two or three of these salts. Sea salts typically come in several grain sizes. Combining multiple grain sizes can make your salts more appealing. Keep in mind, however, that more course grains do take longer to dissolve in the tub.
   * 15-24 drops of your selected essential oil or essential oil blend. Be sure and take heed in the safety data for the oil(s) you choose to use.
   * 1 tablespoon fractionated coconut oil or other carrier oil for moisturization (optional)

Directions:


Place the salt mixture into a bowl. Add the drops of your chosen essential oils. Mix very well with a fork. Add the mixture to a pretty jar, salt tube, or container that has a tight fitting lid.  After a day, you may wish to mix well again to ensure that the oils have blended very well.

Add 1/2 - 1 cup of the salts to running bath water. Mix well to ensure that the salt has dispersed well in the tub before entering. To keep the essential oils from evaporating too quickly, you can add the bath salts just before getting in the tub instead of while the water is running. Sitting on undissolved chunky bath salts can be painful, so make sure the salts have dissolved well before entering.

To Color to Your Salts:


For the most natural bath salt recipe, leave your bath salts uncolored. Certain more exotic salts such as Hawaiian Red Sea salt (a lovely reddish/rust color) and Black Sea Pink salt (a soft pink color) have their own unique color and can be used.

If you would like to add color to your salts, FD&C liquid dye or mica powder can be added before you add the essential oils. When adding FD&C grade liquid dye, be sure to add only a drop at a time and stir well. When adding mica powder, only add a tiny amount (1/16-1/8 a teaspoon is usually sifficient) and stir very well. Using too much dye or mica powder can discolor the water and discolor skin, so be very careful. Leave bath salts at a soft pastel color. Darker salts may lead to problems. It is also important that you make sure that you are using skin-safe colorants and that the user of your bath salt blend does not have any allergies or sensitizations with the colorant that you have chosen.

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Post by sunshinez » Sun Mar 12, 2006 11:43 am

7) Blends to Help Increase Confidence

The below blends may help enhance your confidence. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

   Blend #1

       * 2 drops Bay Laurel
       * 3 drops Bergamot

   Blend #2

       * 3 drops Orange
       * 2 drops Rosemary

   Blend #3

       * 4 drops Bergamot
       * 1 drop Jasmine

   Blend #4

       * 3 drops Grapefruit
       * 2 drops Cypress

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Post by sunshinez » Sun Mar 12, 2006 11:44 am

8) Calming/Relaxing Aromatherapy Blend

Ingredients:

   * 1 ounce carrier oil such as sweet almond
   * 10 drops Roman Chamomile
   * 5 drops Lavender

Directions: Mix the oils well and add to a clean, air-tight dark glass container. Massage gently into the feet of the individual who requires increased calm. Giving yourself a foot massage with this relaxing oil is also delightful. Roman Chamomile has a strong sedative effect, so do not plan to drive or concentrate after using this blend.

If you prefer to make a diffuser blend, make a blend with a ratio of 2 drops Roman Chamomile to 1 drop Lavender and add to your diffuser.

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Post by sunshinez » Sun Mar 12, 2006 11:47 am

9) Blends to Help with Depression

The below blends can help during times of anxiety. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

   Blend #1

       * 1 drop Rose
       * 3 drops Sandalwood
       * 1 drop Orange

   Blend #2

       * 3 drops Bergamot
       * 2 drops Clary Sage

   Blend #3

       * 1 drop Lavender
       * 1 drop Ylang Ylang
       * 3 drops Grapefruit

   Blend #4

       * 2 drops Frankincense
       * 1 drop Lemon
       * drops Jasmine or Neroli

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Post by sunshinez » Mon Mar 13, 2006 3:07 pm

10) Energizing Blends

The below blends can help energize and stimulate you when you are fatigued. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

   Blend #1

       * 2 drops Basil
       * 1 drop Cypress
       * 2 drops Grapefruit

   Blend #2

       * 3 drops Grapefruit
       * 2 drops Ginger

   Blend #3

       * 2 drops Rosemary
       * 3 drops Bergamot

   Blend #4

       * 2 drops Peppermint
       * 1 drop Frankincense
       * 2 drops Lemon

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Post by sunshinez » Mon Mar 13, 2006 3:08 pm

11) Blends to Ease Fear

The below blends can help during times of fear. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

   Blend #1 - Suited for Times When You Also Need to Be Energized

       * 3 drops Grapefruit
       * 2 drops Bergamot

   Blend #2 - Suitable for Times When You Need To Be Relaxed and Calm

       * 2 drops Clary Sage
       * 2 drops Roman Chamomile
       * 1 drop Vetiver

   Blend #3

       * 3 drops Sandalwood
       * 2 drops Orange

   Blend #4

       * 2 drops Jasmine or 2 drops Neroli
       * 2 drops Frankincense
       * 1 drop Clary Sage

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Post by sunshinez » Mon Mar 13, 2006 3:09 pm

12) Blends to Help Cope with Grief

The below blends can help during times of grief. Rose is noted to be especially helpful during times of grief, so you will notice that it is an ingredient in all of the below blends. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

   Blend #1

       * 2 drops Rose
       * 3 drops Sandalwood

   Blend #2

       * 2 drops Rose
       * 3 drops Cypress

   Blend #3

       * 1 drop Neroli
       * 1 drop Rose
       * 3 drops Sandalwood

   Blend #4

       * 1 drop Rose
       * 1 drop Helichrysum
       * 1 drop Cypress
       * 2 drops Frankincense

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Post by sunshinez » Mon Mar 13, 2006 3:11 pm

13) Blends to Enhance Happiness

The below blends can help enhance happiness, joy and peace. Citrus oils are a wonderful choice when seeking a pleasant, happy environment, and they are inexpensive. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

   Blend #1

       * 3 drops Bergamot
       * 1 drop Ylang Ylang
       * 1 drop Grapefruit

   Blend #2

       * 1 drop Geranium
       * 2 drops Frankincense
       * 2 drops Orange

   Blend #3

       * 2 drops Sandalwood
       * 1 drop Rose
       * 2 drops Bergamot

   Blend #4

       * 2 drops Lemon, Orange or Bergamot
       * 2 drops Grapefruit
       * 1 drop Ylang Ylang, Rose or Neroli

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Post by sunshinez » Mon Mar 13, 2006 3:12 pm

Insomnia Aromatherapy Blend

Ingredients:

   * 10 drops Roman Chamomile
   * 5 drops Clary Sage
   * 5 drops Bergamot

Directions: Blend the oils well in a clean dark-colored glass bottle. Add 1-2 drops to a tissue and place inside your pillow to aid you in falling asleep.

If you prefer to make a diffuser blend that you enjoy during the hour before bedtime, make a blend with a ratio of 2 drops Roman Chamomile to 1 drop Clary Sage to 1 drop Bergamot and add to your diffuser.

Lavender can also help provide relaxation and drowsiness, but using more than 1-2 drops can have the opposite effect.

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