Medicinal Oils & Remedies

by Mother Oak



Essential Oils for Cold and Flu

Here are the some of the best choices in anti viral oils.

# Ravansara
# Eucalyptus Radiata
# Tea Tree

They help fight viral infections and support the immune system. Mix 10 drops in 1 Tablespoon carrier oil and massage upper chest and back. or Place 3 drops on a tissue and inhale, pause and inhale again.

Essential Oils for Congestion

# Eucalyptus Globulous
# Eucalyptus Radiata
# Rosemary
# Lavender Spike
# Tea Tree

They loosen congestion, help fight viral and bacterial infections while lifting the spirits. Mix 10 drops in 1 Tablespoon carrier oil and massage upper chest and back. or Place 3 drops on a tissue and inhale, pause and inhale again.

Cold and Flu Fighter

# 4 drops Sweet Eucalyptus (unrectified is best)
# 4 drops Scotch Pine
# 3 drops Lemon

Add to a large bowl of steaming water. Covering your head lean over the bowl and inhale deeply for 2-5 minutes. May also be added to a diffuser or vaporizer. For Children Use Eucalyptus Smithi, a mild Eucalyptus for children and the elderly.

Essential Oils for Headache

# Peppermint
# Lavender
# Roman Chamomile

Put 1 drop of essential oil on each temple and at the nape of the neck. or mix 5 drops of Lavender and 1 drop of Peppermint into 1 Tablespoon carrier oil or lotion and massage neck and shoulders.

Essential Oils for Body Aches

# Lavender
# Roman Chamomile
# Sweet Marjoram

Help to soothe aches and pains. Mix 10 drops of essential oil in 2 Tablespoons of carrier oil or lotion and massage areas of discomfort.

Cellulite Blend

This mixture stimulates circulation.

# Eucalyptus Citriodora 2 ml
# Lemon 2 ml
# Cedarwood 2ml
# Sage 2ml
# Cypress 2 ml
# Niaouli 2ml
# 100 ml Hazelnut oil

Apply 2-3 times per days for 30 days.

Holiday Bath Salts

# 2 C epsom salts
# 1/2 C sea salt
# 4-6 drops peppermint oil
# 2-3 drops red food coloring

Place 1 C of epsom salt and 1/4 C sea salt in a bowl. Add 2-3 drops peppermint oil. Place the remaining ingredients in a second bowl. Mix all ingredients well. Layer the red and white salts in a clear bottle or jar. I placed the lid on the jar and then put a paper doily over the lid, tied a red ribbon and a candy cane around the lid/doily. With the red and white layering, it makes an attractive presentation. Since peppermint is an energizing scent perhaps it's a good one to use at this busy time of year.

A homemade inhaler

It is very easy to stick in a pocket or purse is made by simply saving an empty chap stick tube. Wash out with hot soap and water to remove all traces of chap stick and let air dry. Next put a piece of cotton in the inhaler and measure the drops of essential oils for your blend directly on the cotton.

Menstrual cramps

Menstrual cramps respond to essential oils especially when used in a warm bath with Epsom and Sea Salt.

Essential Oils useful for cramps are:

# Chamomile
# Cypress
# Basil
# Carrot Seed
# Frankincense
# Clary
# Sage
# Juniper
# Jasmine
# Lavender
# Marjoram
# Nutmeg
# Peppermint
# Rosemary

For leg discomfort

# 5 drops Lavender
# 2 drops Cypress
# 2 drops Nutmeg
# 2 drops Peppermint

add to bath salts, soak for 20 min. Rest afterwards, elevating your legs.

Vaginal Dryness

Mix 2 parts Jojoba Oil with 1 part melted Cocoa Butter to make 1 ounce. Add, 3 drops Sandalwood and 1 drop Geranium. Stir while warm to an even mix. Allow to cool to solidify. Smooth the mixture with fingers over the tissue two times a day and before intercourse. You may use 1 drop of Neroli in place of Geranium. Completely Safe.