Lavender has great overall calming effects, pop a few drops on a hankerchief or pillow at night time to help restful sleep.
Place a few drops on sunburnt skin to ease pain or 2-3 drops on a rash will stop itching and heal your skin. Lavender on a cut will help speed the healing process.
Peppermint - is one of the most effective essential oils for treating digestive ailments such as flatulence, slow digestion and heartburn.
Peppermint can help relieve nausea, indigestion, gas pains, and diarrhoea. Place a few drops in a table spoon of carrier oil and massage on your abdomen. Try also massaging several diluted drops into the soles of your feet to reduce a fever.
If you suffer inflammation from arthritis, sprains, strains and bruising - rub 2 -3 drops of diluted peppermint oil on the affected areas.
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Its also a great deterant to ants, cockroaches, mice and rats, place two drops of peppermint on cotton wool and place along the path or point of entry.
Lemon - Has antiseptic properties and contains compounds that have been studied for their effects on immune function. Citrus oils have long been used for their calming and balancing actions. It is also commonly used in weight loss and cellulite reduction.
As well as tea tree you can add a drop on your hands after using a public restroom. Also add a few drops of lemon essential oil to cleaning water, especially if you have pets.
To clean and preserve fresh fruit, add 2-3 drops of lemon oil to a bowl of cool water. Drop the clean fruit into the water and stir. Don't rinse.
Lemon oil is great for oily skin, add a diluted drop to help balance the sebaceous glands.
Please Remember...
- Most Essential oils must be dilutd with a carrier oil 2-5% (1% for children and the elderly)
- Citrus oils should NOT be applied to skin that will be exposed to direct sunlight or UV rays within 72 hours.
- Some Essential oils can not be used with some medical conditions such as high blood pressure, pregnancy and cancer - please ensure you consult a Doctor or Aromatherapist if not sure.
