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5 essential oils to put Spring back into your step!
| Posted on 14 March, 2016 at 6:11 |
The land is beginning to turn warmer and everyone and
everything is coming out of hibernation as Spring is upon us. It is natural in
these months to want to slough off the sleepiness of Winter and our general way
of living instinctively becomes lighter and our bodies more active as we make
more use of the outdoors again.
Sometimes we need a helping hand to get going into the warmer months as
we can feel a little sluggish from our own hibernation from the cold, so here I
have listed 5 essential oils you can try that may aid you get your bodies and
minds moving again. I know I shall be making firm use of these on myself and my
clients over the next few months! Juniper: Extracted
from the berries of a Juniper tree, this essential oil is an all round eliminator
of waste! It is detoxifying and gently aids the elimination of waste in our
bodies. It is very good for relieving
water retention, the treatment of cellulite, stimulating the appetite and
cleansing our skin. On a
mental/emotional level good to use as a way of gently helping to clear the mind
and also act as purifier, so very good on days where you feel a little
depleted. I use this oil also to treat
with blends that are used on people who are active, especially people who
compete in events, as a way to detoxify fatigued muscles either after heavy
training or post event. I also use this
as a tonic for people feeling drained on any level, to act as a gentle pick me
up. Cypress: This oil from the Mediterranean works to improve
circulation, reducing swelling and fluid retention. It can relieve muscular
aches and pains, so especially good as we become more active with the warmth
approaching. I tend to use this around this time, as people start to tend to
their gardens and get a bit too keen with the weeding! Again a great oil for
active people to alleviate over worked muscles. It also acts as a respiratory
reliever, so may aid in the treatment of asthma with it’s anti spasmodic
properties. With this in mind it is a good oil to open up our breathing and
welcome the warmth after the cold. Clary Sage: This flowery essential oil is a beautiful
relaxant as is used to treat stress related issues. It works very well with
lavender as many clients report, creating a clean and calm aroma. It is also a
wonderful tonic, giving restoration to the body while calming the mind. With
its optimistic aroma, it can put some brightness into your stride. It is also
very good for muscular aches and pains. It is particularly good on the female
reproductive systems as an aphrodisiac, as a way of dealing with menopausal
stress, so this is a must have for me with women who have gone through
hysterectomies, menopause and any issues relating to the female reproductive
system. I also use this as a gentle uplifting and calming oil, when people feel
a bit heavy on their feet. Word of warning! Not one to use if planning to drink
alcohol later on in the day (or even before) as it can have a narcotic effect. Grapefruit: This zingy oil is a real mover and shaker! It is
great for use when it comes to detoxifying, mentally clearing worn out thought
processes, acting as a tonic, getting the digestive system moving and clearing
water retention and reducing cellulite.
It can aid as an appetite suppressant and metallic stimulant, so great
to assist in weight loss programs as an all round physical cleanser. It is
also great to use when getting ready for the day ahead as it is a real morning
pick me up. Also good to use after the over indulging of Winter. Use this oil in low amounts, especially if
exposing yourself to sunlight within 12 hours. Lemongrass: This fresh and bold oil is also a go getter. If
is great to use on muscles if active as a way of improving muscle tone, so a
great one to use if raising your activity levels and is a main ingredient in
sport related essential oil blends. It is also used in the treatment of nervous
exhaustion and is a strong pick me up. It is great to use if you need to focus
and concentrate. It is very good for toning a sluggish digestive system. This
oil however can be an acquired taste. Use little and sparingly as it is
powerful and can irritate sensitive skin. Adding 2 - 3 drops in carrier oil
will do for a massage blend, or for added punch add 2-3 drops of rosemary for
added detoxifying and mental focus. NOTE: The above oils are intended as ideas for general issues, to
be used externally and diluted in carrier oil. As a guide, you can use for a
massage mild blend, 6 drops total in around 30ml carrier oil, like grapeseed
oil, unless stated you need to use less. For bathing, 4-6 drops will do of
total essential oils. This means if you were combining 2 or more oils you would
use 4-6 drops in total rather than 4-6 drops of each essential oil. As with all
guides it is important to seek out professional advice from a fully qualified
and insured Aromatherapist for specific issues. If you would like to know more
on how Aromatherapy can aid your days, please feel free to contact me on the
details on my website. Much Love and Warmth! Lx |
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