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Medicine Alternatives Article:

Application Methods For Aromatherapys Essential Oils

BATH:

Add 10-12 drops of a single oil or a blend to 1/2 Cup Epsom Salts or baking soda - or 5 drops to 1 TBSP of Epsom Salts or baking soda Pour it into a hot bath while it is filling Soak until water cools

DIRECT INHALATION:

Apply 2-3 drops of essential oil or blend to palm of one hand, rub palms together, cup hands over nose and mouth and inhale vapors deeply 6-8 times

DIFFUSION:

A few drops in a diffuser (for therapeutic use, cold air diffusers do not harm the fragile properties of essential oils), you can buy electric devices, candle warmed, ceramic rings to place on light bulbs, or just use a bowl of warm water

However, using heat to diffuse essential oils will destroy essential oils, rendering them therapeutically ineffective Cold air diffusers gently break up essential oils into tiny molecules through micro diffusion thus retaining the integrity of the oils This process creates a fine mist vapor that floats in the air and can be absorbed gently into the body through the respiratory system If you're diffusing an oil only for aroma, an oil burner works perfectly But, if you're using an essential oil or blend for therapeutic benefit, use a cold air diffuser

COMPRESS:

Dilute 1 part essential oil or blend with 4 parts vegetable oil (olive works great) and apply 8-10 drops on affected area Cover with moist hand towel or wash cloth Cover the moist towel with a dry towel and leave in place for 10-15 minutes If there is inflammation - always use a cold compress If there is no inflammation, use a warm compress

FOOT REFLEX POINTS:

Massage oil or blend with the side of your thumb or reflex tool on the corresponding reflex point on the feet (see the foot reflex charts at akobiaromascom) Use a press and circle motion for 10-20 seconds per point

RECTAL RETENTION: (only if directed by healthcare provider)

Dilute 15 drops recommended essential oil(s) or blend with 1 TBSP vegetable oil Insert 1 TBSP into rectum with a bulb syringe and retain overnight

VAGINAL RETENTION: (only if directed by healthcare provider)

Apply 5-8 drops of oil or blend on a tampon and insert into vagina for internal infection; or apply to sanitary pad for external lesions Retain overnight

VAPORIZE:

Run hot, steaming water into sink or large bowl Drape towel over head, covering hot water also Add 3-6 drops essential oil(s) or blend to the water Inhale vapors as deeply as possible several times through the nose as they rise with the steam Recharge vapors with additional hot water as needed

MASSAGE:

Blend 15 drops of essential oil per ounce of carrier oil (Almond, Apricot, Jojoba) and indulge in the power of touch

OTHER USES:

Facial steams, foot soaks, insect repellant, household cleaning and much more use your imagination

Dee is a Doctor of Reflexology, Homeopathic Practitioner, Certified Aromatherapist, and Reiki Master Her site is AkobiAromascom - a source of quality aromatherapy, herbal and reflexology information and products

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