Last updated on July 26th, 2021 at 05:29 pm
Writing about how much I love Rescue Gel the other day reminded me that I have been meaning to share some other essential oil blends with you.
Here are three lovely blends for different moments in life.
Uplifting & stress relief
My very favourite blend (which I have shared before), is a mix of Frankincense, Orange & Lavender oils. For an oil burner, use about
- 1 drop Frankincense (a base note)
- 3 drops Lavender (a middle note)
- 2 drops Orange (a top note)
To use with a base oil for a foot soak or massage blend, keep to that ratio but increase the amount to up to about 30 drops per 30 mls for a therapeutic blend (eg for use on your feet only, or in a foot bath) or 20-30 drops per 100 mls for a massage oil.
Frankincense is one of the more expensive essential oils to buy, but you don’t need much of it so it lasts a long time. And it really is an essential, in my book, if you are wanting to reduce stress or anxiety, and has been found to help with depression. See this article for more info. At the same time, citrus oils are also uplifting, and in this study were found to reduce the need for anti-depressants.
Focus & mental clarity
Back when I was a working as a massage therapist, I often used a blend of Lime & Lavender in an oil burner, if the client didn’t want to totally zone out (for example if they had to go back to work afterwards). Lavender is soothing and relaxing but also helps with mental focus (that study found that although it increased drowsiness, maths problems could be done more quickly AND accurately after 3 minutes of exposure to Lavender), and Lime is both uplifting and stimulating, so this is also a great blend for studying.
In an oil burner use:
- 4 drops of Lavender
- 2 drops of Lime
Or go 50/50 if you prefer.
Insomnia blend
- 2 drops Lavender
- 2 drops Roman Chamomile
- 2 drops Sweet Marjoram
Because the causes of insomnia are so varied, so too must the response be. But these three oils are synergistic in creating drowsiness and reducing nervous tension. You can also add a drop of Sandalwood or Frankincense to this blend.
Remember essential oil cautions, especially if you are using them on your skin (and NB always use them in a carrier oil when applying to your skin). If you have a particular condition (be it high or low blood pressure, pregnancy, depression or something else) always do your own research and make an informed decision about which oils you are prepared to use. When treating a medical condition, seeing a qualified aromatherapist is an excellent idea.
Do you have a favourite blend of essential oils you use for a particular purpose? Or maybe just ’cause you love the smell?
I’ve never really used oils for much of anything,e except tea-tree to keep the nits away. I just find they can be so expensive, and it puts me off. Maybe one day…
Tea tree is one of my favourites Jess – so useful for so many things!
One tip with essential oils – you don’t always have to go for the very expensive ones! though some – like frankincense – will always be quite a lot.
I’ve never really used oils for much of anything,e except tea-tree to keep the nits away. I just find they can be so expensive, and it puts me off. Maybe one day…
Tea tree is one of my favourites Jess – so useful for so many things!
One tip with essential oils – you don’t always have to go for the very expensive ones! though some – like frankincense – will always be quite a lot.
I just love the smell of sandalwood and rose oil combination. It is expensive though. Some claim that it may increase your libido, so use it in moderation and responsibly 🙂
Oh, that sounds lovely Mackenzie. I love sandlewood 🙂
Some people would say it is manly scent, but I dare to disagree.
LOL! I’m right with you Mackenzie 🙂
I just love the smell of sandalwood and rose oil combination. It is expensive though. Some claim that it may increase your libido, so use it in moderation and responsibly 🙂
Oh, that sounds lovely Mackenzie. I love sandlewood 🙂
Some people would say it is manly scent, but I dare to disagree.
LOL! I’m right with you Mackenzie 🙂
I really needed this oil. Because recently my brother is suffering stress. Wouldn’t it helps him?
I really needed this oil. Because recently my brother is suffering stress. Wouldn’t it helps him?
I think it’s cool that aromatherapy can be used to relieve stress at work. I love how simple this treatment is.
I think it’s cool that aromatherapy can be used to relieve stress at work. I love how simple this treatment is.
Thanks for sharing Insomnia blend! I love Lavender oil, so I will definitely try that blend!
Thanks for sharing Insomnia blend! I love Lavender oil, so I will definitely try that blend!
I have wanted to buy frankincense forever but always talk myself out of it because it is one of the pricier essential oils. But I am sure it has many amazing benefits because it is one of the gifts the wise men gifted to Jesus when he was born. My mother in law uses it for her arthritis in her hands.
Yes, it is definitely one of the pricier ones… keep an eye out for sales, maybe? I love it, but I do use it a bit sparingly for that reason!
I have wanted to buy frankincense forever but always talk myself out of it because it is one of the pricier essential oils. But I am sure it has many amazing benefits because it is one of the gifts the wise men gifted to Jesus when he was born. My mother in law uses it for her arthritis in her hands.
Yes, it is definitely one of the pricier ones… keep an eye out for sales, maybe? I love it, but I do use it a bit sparingly for that reason!