Aromatherapy for Natural Health

24/04/2025

~serenity



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22/02/2025

MOSQUITO REPELLENT CANDLES - love this!
First slice one lemon and one lime (this will be enough for two candles).
Then add a couple of slices of lemon and lime to the jar.
Next add a couple of sprigs of basil.
Then fill jar with water up to threads.
After that, add in 10 – 15 drops of lemongrass oil.
Now stir.
Then add in floating candle.
Finally, light the candle and enjoy a pest free summer!
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23/11/2024

15/05/2024

The Recipe for Homemade Thieves Essential Oil:

Preparing thieves oil is very simple. Below, you will find the recipe with the most used quantities....

40 drops of clove essential oil ~

Clove has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, helps digestion, and protects the liver. It is indicated to strengthen the immune system. It is effective for treating oral disorders and also for relieving headaches.

20 drops of cinnamon essential oil ~

Cinnamon is one of the most powerful oils, able to improve brain functions, purify the blood, and improve circulation. It has strong antibacterial and pain-relieving properties. In winter, it is useful to quickly get rid of colds, sore throats, and flu. It also relieves menstrual pain. It is considered an oil with protective capacities since it is useful for treating various health ailments.

35 drops of lemon essential oil ~

Lemon improves digestion and helps lower fever naturally. It helps reduce the signs of scars and even sunburn on the skin. It is a strong antiseptic and is used for respiratory problems, also resulting in an effective essence to relieve sore throat and to strengthen the immune system.

10 drops of rosemary essential oil ~

This oil is useful to improve memory and mood. It also helps eliminate toxins from the body. Used to reactivate circulation, it reduces inflammation and has antibacterial properties.

15 drops of eucalyptus essential oil ~

This oil with a particularly fresh aroma is a panacea for seasonal ailments and keeps the respiratory tract free and clean. It also helps relieve stress and anxiety. It also has strong anti-inflammatory properties. For bacterial infections, it is one of the most suitable oils.

1 bottle with a dropper

Put all the oils in the bottle, The essential oils must be kept away from light and heat sources to prevent their properties from degrading. Make sure that children and pets cannot reach the bottle.

This mixture can be used in several ways ~

*In a diffuser, just add a few drops in the diffuser and leave it on during the day. Given its perfume, it also helps to eliminate bad smells.

*In a spray, you can put water and a few drops of Thieves oil in a bottle with a dispenser; it can be used to disinfect animal beds or litter boxes.

*For topical use, you can make a beneficial massage oil, just add 50 drops of Thieves oil to a carrier oil, such as jojoba. The ratio is 1:4. Therefore, 50 drops of Thieves oil is enough for 100 ml of vegetable oil also. It can be massaged on the back and chest but also in areas affected by inflammation and muscle pain.

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10/02/2024

Here are 9 plants to grow this spring that act as a natural insect repellent.

07/01/2024

The Aroma!
The aroma from orange peel as it dries out on the stove fills the cottage with a magical scent! The dried peel is later used as a fire lighter! This beats any amount of expensive scented candles 😊