Massage Oils

Oils and massage can improve skin cell growth and accelerate the elimination of wastes through the body’s lymphatic system.

Good oils to use include sesame oil and avocado oil

Massage oils for external use over uterus:}_ Poplar, Skullcap, Kava, (or other soothing, antispasmodic)carnations have been used to promote healing of the skin and to increase vitality that not only softens and replenishes the skin, but creates a scent that many find soothing and calming.

Carnation: In massage oils carnations have been used to promote healing of the skin and to increase vitality that not only softens and replenishes the skin, but creates a scent that many find soothing and calming.

Essential Oils to Use in Massage Oils

Black Spruce EO is utilized in aromatherapy for its opening and soothing attributes when added to a massage oil.

Cardamom EO ; cardamom massage oil can be a natural diuretic for fluid retention, and can help around the time of periods or during the menopause . Mix together 20 ml (4 tsp) soya oil, 2 drops wheatgerm oil, 2 drops cypress oil and 8 drops cardamom oil. Rub clockwise on the stomach, solar plexus and thighs, preferably in the morning.

Chamomile EO: Massage oil made with 10 ml (2 tsp) oil and 3 drops chamomile can be massaged into the spine of a weary child after a warm chamomile bath. Chamomile is one of the gentlest essential oils, and so is ideal for use with children: a drop of the essential oil mixed with a dessert spoon of grapeseed oil and put on an index finger can safely be massaged into the gums of a fretful teething baby for relief.

Clary Sage EO: In a massage oil this helps to reduce muscle pains and release nervous tension. It can also be used in treatment of anxiety, depression, insomnia menstrual problems and stress.

Clove EO: in a massage oil to combat the chill of winter

Juniper EO: relieves nervous tension and calms the nerves

Lemon Balm EO: depression, tension, asthma and bronchitis.

Marjoram EO: Marjoram essential oil can relieve multiple sclerosis symptoms like muscle pains due to its muscle relaxant properties. It has beneficial action on asthma, bronchitis, sinusitis,colds and flu, headaches and painful periods.

Nard: useful for many diseases, especially beneficial as a sedative and to treat disorders of the digestive and respiratory systems.

Rose Geranium EO: for cellulite, engorged breasts, to encourage lymphatic drainage or edema