Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Your "Print Out" Aromatherapy Checklist Pt. 3

G'morning everyone and welcome to my natural healing blog.

Today I am going to share part 3 of your aromatherapy checklist.

I would love to hear how you are enjoying these posts, so don't be shy to give me your opinions.....

~Peace~









Aromatherapy Checklist Pt. 3




Lavender



Scent: Floral

How To Use: Inhalation, compress, bath, creams

Best For: Dry skin, acne, balancing, relaxing

Mood: Soothing

Warnings: None







Lemon



Scent: Sharp, citrus

How To Use: Inhalation, skin care, massage

Best For: Respiration, circulation, toning

Mood: Invigorating, cleansing

Warnings: Avoid applying to skin before sun exposure







Lemongrass



Scent: Citrus

How To Use: Massage, bath

Best For: Muscle aches, infections, stress

Mood: Relaxing

Warnings: May irritate sensitive skin







Mandarin



Scent: Sweet, citrus

How To Use: Inhalation, bath, cream, massage

Best For: Digestive problems, insomnia, stress

Mood: Stimulating

Warnings: None







Marjoram



Scent: Woody, peppery

How To Use: Inhalation, compress, bath

Best For: Stress, insomnia, muscle spasms

Mood: Warming

Warnings: Avoid in pregnancy







Melissa



Scent: Sharp, lemon/floral

How To Use: Bath

Best For: Respiration, stress, hormonal disorders

Mood: Revitalizing

Warnings: May irritate sensitive skin







Myrrh



Scent: Smoky

How To Use: Inhalation, skin care

Best For: Respiratory and menstrual disorders

Mood: Stimulating

Warnings: Avoid in pregnancy











Neroli



Scent: Rich, floral

How To Use: Inhalation, massage, compress, bath

Best For: Stress, digestive upsets, dry skin

Mood: Uplifting, euphoric

Warnings: None







Orange



Scent: Sweet

How To Use: Massage, bath, skin care

Best For: Respiratory, oily skin moisturizer

Mood: Calming

Warnings: Avoid applying to skin before sun exposure







Patchouli




Scent: Earthy

How To Use: Skin care, massage

Best For: Aphrodisiac, damaged skin

Mood: Sensual, soothing

Warnings: None





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