Aromatherapy Handbook for Beauty Hair and Skin Care
A comprehensive guide to cosmetics and body-care products you can make yourself with essential oils that are healthier and less expensive than their commercially made equivalents.
Following on from the article The Many Different Application Methods of Essential Oils there are a multitude of other ways you can also use essential oils. Here are yet more of these methods explained in more detail.
Sauna
If you have the benefit of a sauna room try adding two drops of pine oil or eucalyptus oil to pint of water. Throws over the coals to evaporate and fill your sauna room with a refreshing scent that cleanses and detoxifies.
Frankincense (Or Olibanum) Boswellia Thurifera
This natural essence is made from the gum of the tree which results in tear shaped blobs of hardened gum when it comes in contact with the air. Frankincense is spicy and with camphor undertones and can become somewhat lemon like when mixed with myrrh. Frankincense is a famous fragrance in Christianity where the three kings offered Frankincense to Jesus on his birth.
Frankincense has an uplifting effect and helps to increase concentration. It can also be used to treat bronchitis, coughs, colds and laryngitis. It is also known to have beneficial effects on the skin, reducing wrinkles. Frankincense can be used by inhalation, massage or an aromatherapy bath. Inhalation works particularly well for catarrh and the bath is the perfect medium for relaxing. It blends well with Myrrh, Basil or Sandalwood.
This is quick list of some common ailments and the essential oils to help alleviate their symptoms. Its important to note that if pregnant you should not use Bay, Basil, Clary Sage, Comfrey, Fennel, Hyssop, Juniper, Marjoram, Melissa, Myrrh, Rosemary, Sage or Thyme.
Essential Oils to Clear Acne:
Bergamot, Cedarwood, Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Patchouli, Sandalwood.
