G'morning my fellow aromatherapy lovers!
Today finds us at the 4th and final post for your aromatherapy checklist. I *hope* you have enjoyed these posts; let me know if you would like to print it out all at once and I will put it all together for you...just click the tab "contact me" and I will get right to it.
~Peace~
Aromatherapy Checklist Pt. 4
Peppermint
Scent: Mint
How To Use: inhalation, creams, compress, bath
Best For: Digestive disorders, cooling sore feet
Mood: Refreshing
Warnings: Avoid in pregnancy
Petitgrain
Scent: Citrus
How To Use:Inhalation, skin and hair care
Best For: Anxiety, insomnia, skin care
Mood: Uplifting, cleansing
Warnings: None
Pine
Scent: Fresh
How To Use: Skin care, massage, inhalation
Best For: Damaged skin, muscle aches, anxiety
Mood: Stimulating
Warnings: May irritate sensitive skin
Rose
Scent: Sweet, floral
How To Use: Inhalation, cream, bath
Best For: Menstrual disorders, dry, mature skin
Mood: Uplifting
Warnings: Avoid in pregnancy
Rose Otto
Scent: Floral
How To Use: Inhalation, massage cream, bath, skin care
Best For: Dry, sensitive skin
Mood: Uplifting
Warnings: None
Rosemary
Scent: Floral
How To Use: Inhalation, creams, compress, bath
Best For: Pain relief, digestion, dandruff
Mood: Invigorating
Warnings: Avoid in pregnancy or if epileptic
Sandalwood
Scent: Woody
How To Use: Inhalation, creams, compress, bath
Best For: Respiratory infections, insomnia
Mood: Relaxing, soothing, sensual
Warnings: None
Sage
Scent: Camphor-like
How To Use: Inhalation, massage
Best For: Fever, appetite stimulant, joint pain
Mood: Astringent, cooling
Warnings: Avoid in pregnancy
Tea Tree
Scent: Antiseptic, woody
How To Use: Inhalation, creams, compress, bath
Best For: Respiratory, fungal and skin infections
Mood: Cleansing
Warnings: May irritate sensitive skin
Thyme (sweet)
Scent: Spicy
How To Use: Bath, inhalation
Best For: Appetite stimulant, infections
Mood: Antiseptic
Warnings: Avoid in pregnancy
Vertivert
Scent: Smoky
How To Use: Inhalation, bath, massage
Best For: Stress
Mood: Relaxing
Warnings: None
Ylang Ylang
Scent: Heady, exotic
How To Use: Inhalation, creams, bath and massage
Best For: Stress
Mood: Calming, sensual
Warnings: May irritate skin
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