Massage feet with three essential oils

To restore suppleness and softness to your feet, especially during summer when sandals and bare feet are in the spotlight, this massage oil will be indispensable in your grooming kit.

It contains four essential oils and restorative tonic: From the essential oil of lemongrass, powerful tonic tissues, the essential oil of sandalwood, known for his work in regenerating skin and tissue conditioner, and finally the essential oil geranium, valued for its astringent action.

Preparation:

* 10 ml of almond oil or grapeseed
* 2 drops of essential oil of lemongrass
* 2 drops of essential oil of sandalwood
* A drop of geranium essential oil

1. Pour the almond oil in a small bottle opaque.

2. Add one to one essential oils.

3. Close the bottle and shake vigorously.

4. Massaging the feet each night with this mixture. For efficiency, don a pair of socks and leave immediately after asking all night.

If your skin is especially dry in the heel, before carefully sand the hardened part of skin with a pumice stone black. Your feet will be very soft and refreshed, ready to leave the next day more beautiful!

Caution: Essential oils are handled with the utmost caution, be sure to check the precautions before their uses!

The essential oil of bitter orange neroli

Very popular in aromatherapy and the perfume manufacture high-end among the essential oil, neroli essential oil of bitter orange is characterized by its fragrance enchanting blend of floral perfume and the odor of orange blossoms. But the peculiarities of this species are not limited to this use very glamorous because it is not devoid of the therapeutic virtues. The Seville orange neroli grows only under specific conditions, hence its rarity that makes the essential oil is extracted is more expensive compared to other essential oils.

Properties and benefits of the essential oil of bitter orange neroli

* A calming effect. The virtues of the essence of neroli, bitter orange based on both the perfume it exhales on the benefits of its active ingredients. The joint action of these two properties gives, in fact, this oil under a sedative. In this context, the essential oil of bitter orange neroli produces a calming effect on the nerves which it regulates the activities. It is promoted as a remedy for insomnia and a state of nervous tension. Moreover, by its calming effect, this essential oil produces a decrease in blood pressure and contributes, thereby slowing the heart rate.

* An ally for the skin. The property soothing essential oil of bitter orange neroli also corrects problems with sensitive skin and rosacea it gently cleanses. In addition to its action to alleviate skin irritations, it is an effective treatment for mature skin. Due to its regenerative property, it prevents the appearance of wrinkles and reduces the marks if they are already installed. Thus, the essence of bitter orange neroli give the skin its elasticity to better enable it to fight against the appearance of stretch marks.

* A sexual stimulant. The essential oil of bitter orange neroli is also known to exacerbate the sensory responsiveness. This action earned him also to be widely used as a massage oil to stimulate sexual desire.

* A regulator for the digestive system. The essential oil of bitter orange neroli is as an excellent remedy against the dysfunctions of the digestive tract (bloating, cramps, etc..)

Precautions Because of the concentration of assets that make up the essential oil of neroli, bitter orange, it is strongly recommended to use it undiluted. Before ingestion, dilute it in the sugar or honey when applied on the skin, mix with the other fats. Have a look at the guide of essential oils Zen Massage Therapy.

Detox Treatment for damaged hair

In the summer, the sun and heat are by appointment, and as long as you enjoy the sea, your hair and scalp are suffering from excessive sweating, frequent washing, sand and salt. It is timely to offer this treatment herbal and essential oils:

Ingredients

1 tablespoon of Rasul (natural mineral clay from Morocco)
30ml lime infusion
1 tablespoon argan oil
10 drops of essential oil of lemon
5 drops of essential oil of grapefruit

Recipe:

1 - Place the Rasul in a bowl and gradually add the infusion of lime. Mix well.
2 - add the vegetable oil and essential oils.
3 - apply the mask once, and massage the scalp. Leave for 10 minutes.
4 - rinse and wash, then make a gentle shampoo.

See also the index of all my home-made cosmetic recipes!

Essential Oils and Pregnancy

It is always extremely difficult to combine essential oils and pregnancy. Indeed, some species may be toxic and inhibit the proper development of baby.

However, some essential oils, used wisely and strongly diluted, can be useful during pregnancy, such as an oil for massage and in particular to relieve any pain sensitive, very common during pregnancy. Some will be tolerated to prevent stretch marks, others to relieve nausea, but also spread to relax and avoid stress. Attention in the case of serious illness, skin disease, infection, or previous miscarriage, abstain from any use or massage with essential oils.

Massage: During pregnancy, massage should be very soft, close to the touch. Never friction deep and intense, especially in the abdomen and legs (some acupuncture points in the feet may promote the onset of labor). During the first four months of pregnancy, choose a massage with pure vegetable oils (eg sweet almond oil, argan oil). Past the first four months, you can add a few drops of essential oil in your massage oil, a maximum of 10 drops per 100ml.

Throughout pregnancy, Avoid at all costs the following essential oils:

Basil, cinnamon, celery, cedar, fennel, hyssop, juniper, jasmine, marjoram, lemon balm, mint, nutmeg, myrrh, parsley, rosemary, sage and thyme. Check out the list of essential oils prohibited strictly for professional use.

During the first 4 months, in addition to avoid the list above, the essential oils of rose, lavender, chamomile and geranium.

Also find this recipe for massage oil to prevent stretch marks.

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