Essential oils - anyone use them??

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Anne

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I was using eucalyptus oil for a room freshener, but read that you shouldn't use it if you have high blood pressure, so would like to try the lavendar. I can get most oils locally at a fair price, but wondered if anyone knows where to get lavendar at a good price?? I know they are expensive at most places.

I tried some peppermint oil on a cottonball one night, and set it on the windowsill on a cloth. The next morning the kitchen smelled of mint, and you could smell it throughout the house, just slightly, not strong. Seems it helped me breathe a bit better, too.

These oils last a long time...hoping to make some myself someday.
 

I don't have any essential oils right now, but I have used Lavender oil for relaxation, mostly in my bath. Also used Oil of Frankincense to lighten an age spot my hubby had, worked like a charm. I just bought mine at my local Vitamin Cottage store (Natural Grocers), and they weren't that expensive, and do last a long time. Lavender can also be diluted and used to calm pets, on their pillows, beds or collars, never directly on them. Here's some info on Lavender and making Lavender pillows, also other interesting tips on using essential oils. I've also considered using Peppermint Oil on cotton balls to deter mice in the garage, but then I got a cat. :p

http://www.natmedtalk.com/wiki/Lavender

Make Your Own Eye Pillow

Lavender eye pillows are simple to make, yet luxurious to receive. I have been
making lavender eye pillows for my friends and family for years and they are
always appreciated.

It's been reported back to me that lavender eye pillows have helped people sleep
better and reduce tension headaches. I like using lavender eye pillows to take a
restful break during the day, and I also like to place them in my pillow case at
night so I can be relaxed by the soothing fragrance even if the pillow isn't
over my eyes.

To make lavender eye pillows you'll need:
* Fabric cut to 8.5" X 8.5" (I like silks and satins, but soft cotton, flannel,
and knit also works great.) * Matching thread
* 3/4 cup of flax seed
* 1/4 cup of dried herbs (My favorite blend is one part lavender to 1/2 part
chamomile and 1/2 part wormwood. There are more herb suggestions at the end of
the article.)

* Sewing machine (optional) Lavender eye pillows can easily be sewn by hand as
well. The added time in making them assuredly means a more valued gift.
To begin cut your fabric to a desired length and width. I like anywhere from 8 -
9 inches. If you are working with a fabric that frays easily sew a zig zag
stitch around the entire fabric.

Next, fold the fabric in half with the wrong side of the fabric facing out. Sew
along three sides of the fabric, leaving the top open.

Now, fold the eye pillow inside out so that the right side, or pretty fabric is
facing out. Fill this with 3/4 cup flax seed. The flax seed adds weight to the
pillow helping to relieve tension around the eyes. You may need to work with the
amount of flax seeds if you are using different fabric measurements.

Next, you can add about a 1/4 cup of dried herbs.
There are so many fragrant herbs to place in your eye pillow.

* Straight lavender smells beautifully and is a very relaxing herb.
* Chamomile is also known for its relaxing qualities.
* Wormwood is used for vivid dreams.
* Sage and Eucalyptus can be used for clearing sinuses.
* Rose petals are certainly delightful.
* You can also use essential oils for fragrance, however I find that when I use
good quality herbs my pillows stay fragrant for years without essential oils.
* My favorite blend is mostly lavender with a pinch of chamomile and wormwood.
The smell is complex and soothing.

Once your eye pillow is filled, fold the un-sewn edges in and sew along the edge
to close the eye pillow and voila, a beautiful eye pillow that your friends and
family will love to receive this holiday season.

Andrew Pacholyk MS L.Ac
Peacefulmind.com
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Essential oils for pain...http://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=26973&highlight=essential+oils

For digestive health...http://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=27343&highlight=essential+oils

Various oils and benefits...http://energytimes.com/pages/features/1209/aroma.html

Cooking with...http://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=24326&highlight=essential+oils

Guidelines for...http://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=24232&highlight=essential+oils

For Yoga...http://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=23528&highlight=essential+oils

For Christmas...http://www.natmedtalk.com/showthread.php?t=23670&highlight=essential+oils
 

I use an essential oil called Melissa which is lemon balm and it is so beautiful, the company i used to purchase it from hasn't got it anymore, i still have about 150mls, it really relaxes you, it helps with Asthma and lots of other things as well, i do have other oils but that is the best and anyone who comes to my place asks what the lovely aroma is.
 
I love the smell of lemon. I haven't used the lemon oil, but I have a tiny humidifier I use in the bedroom when the air gets dry in winter. I pour a touch of organic lemon juice into the water, and it gives the room a nice smell. :lemo:
 
SeaBreeze said:
Also used Oil of Frankincense to lighten an age spot my hubby had, worked like a charm. I just bought mine at my local Vitamin Cottage store (Natural Grocers), and they weren't that expensive, and do last a long time.
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Hey SB.....I have a few of these on my face.....
Tried a few potions over the years that never worked.....
Can you use this oil on the face?
 
I recently discovered cashmere oil and I think it smells wonderful.. Got a reed diffuser set as a gift.
Have always liked lavender oil for baths and sleeping. .. have a few eye pillows that are infused with lavender oil/beads.
 
Casper said:
Hey SB.....I have a few of these on my face.....
Tried a few potions over the years that never worked.....
Can you use this oil on the face?
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Yes, the one I used the Frankincense oil on was high up on the forehead. It was applied twice a day and started to lighten noticeable within a week. Before the bottle was empty, it was gone...no weird lightening or darkening of the skin either.
 
Wow....Thanks for the many informative links and all the info, everyone. Warrigal, I don't understand either, why it would affect blood pressure, but I had a recent incident where I ended up in ER because of HBP, so wasn't wanting to take any chances.
I love the lemon scent also, and am going to have to try that and some of the other oils mentioned here. Hmm; I'm seeing an ad for essential oils as I type. ;)

I do have lavendar in the garden, but it isn't flowering, and I think you have to use the flowers...will read up on that and see for sure. Also the basil plant is flowering and that smells like black licorice; not sure I'd like that scent, tho.

Again, many thanks for all the help; much appreciated!!!
 
I thought essentials oils were Olive, Canola and Rice Bran.

Kidding, love Lavendar, oil and dried flowers. It's one of the very few scents that doesn't instantly block my sinus'.

I once fell for Sandalwood oil. It was like Lasagne to Garfield. Then I started getting headaches. I never got headaches!
I realized that every time I wore a jumper that I had put a dab of it on I got a blinder. No matter how often I washed that jumper the smell remained and I couldn't wear it, or ever sniff Sandalwood again without an instant headache. Bummer!

Best house deodorisor ever was one I only ever saw sold in Queensland. It was Citrus and Cinnamon and it was heavenly.

I've bought the Citrus and Cinnamon oils and tried to get the mix right and it's okay but not quite the same. I'd kill for their secret extra ingredient. siiiigh
 
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Couldn't resist being silly. It's my prime directive...

But, have become interested, somewhat, in essential oils . . . somewhat...
 

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