Essential Oils: Aroma-Massage Blends

Some of these blends are based on recipes provided by Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt PhD (holding a doctorate in chemistry from Technical University in Munich) of the Pacific Institute of Aromatherapy. Other blends are a direct result of necessity and creative experimentation by Cameron. All strive to combine essential oils so that their curative properties are enhanced.

Allergy Remedy
Dr. Kurt Schnaubelt's simple, effective blend with antihistamine action. This formula is 100% essential oil; use only a few drops at a time. Allergy remedy helps clear your head and prevent a histamine response to allergens. In the morning put one to two drops in eight ounces of water and drink. Throughout the day as needed, put one drop in your palm and rub hands together. Then cup hands around your mouth and nose and breathe deeply. You may also put one drop in your palm and mix with a little water to rinse your face. Caution: Do not use for children under 10 years or while pregnant.
1/8 oz (3.5 ml) amber glass vial with dropper insert – $10

Expectorant Blend
Borne of necessity, this blend of 10 essential oils is designed to open the sinuses and help expectorate the respiratory tract. It contains 100% essential oils of eucalyptus globulus, niaouli, cajeput, spearmint, ginger, thyme thymol, myrtle, fir, frankincense and Scots pine. Just one whiff brings both relief and reverie. Use a few drops to make a warm compress over the lungs or the sinuses. Or just put a drop in your palm, rub hands together, then cup hands around your mouth and nose and breathe deeply. Excellent for use in a diffuser. You may also dilute well in a vegetable oil and apply thinly to the mucous membrane of the nostrils. It is a deeply uplifting and clearing experience. Caution: Do not use while pregnant. Those with kidney issues should use sparingly.
1/8 oz (3.5 ml) amber glass vial with dropper insert – $12

Sleep Garden
A very gentle blend of 100% essential oils featuring red mandarin, an aroma especially liked by children and helpful in putting them into a restful state. Use on a corner of the pillowcase or put a couple drops into a pre-bedtime bath. Dilute four drops in one tablespoon of sweet almond oil as a massage for young children. Cautions: Those with kidney challenges should use sparingly. Do not use three to four hours prior to sun exposure.
1/8 oz (3.5 ml) amber glass vial with dropper insert – $15

Skin Detox Blend
Originally developed to amplify the Aroma-Massage salt glow spa treatment, this blend of 100% essential oils is all about releasing toxins from the skin cells. Dilute before applying to the skin: 10 to 13 drops per oz of carrier oil for a wonderful after-shower body rub; or for a salt glow, 2-3 drops with 1 oz sea salt, 3 oz epsom salt, 2 teaspoons glycerin and enough aloe gel to get the desired consistency (about 2 oz or 4 tablespoons). Rub this mixture into your skin, always in the direction of your heart with swift long strokes. It's messy so do it in the shower. Use over the whole body or just on areas affected by cellulite. It includes juniper, bay laurel, atlas cedar, sweet orange, and other essential oils. Cautions: Do not use skin detox blend on the delicate skin of the face and nipples. Contra-indicated for those with cystitis or kidney issues. Use frequently for no longer than 3 weeks at a time: once a week is a good rate for long-term use. Pregnant women should avoid altogether. Use sun protection for 3-4 hours after use due to increased susceptibility to UV rays.
1/8 oz (3.5 ml) amber glass vial with dropper insert – $10
10 ml amber glass bottle with dropper insert – $22

Skin Hydrating Blend
This rich sumptuous formula is suspended in hazelnut oil, which mimics our own skin oil (sebum), and fractionated coconut oil, which resists rancidity. This four-ounce bottle will last a long time. You can use just a few drops at a time or dilute it half-and-half in your favorite vegetable oil (sweet almond or grapeseed are good choices). A luxuriant combination of ten essential oils known for their moisturizing qualities: rose, sandalwood, myrrh, helichrysum, rosemary verbenone, thyme linalol, geranium, carrot seed, German chamomile, and lavender. Other carrier oils include macadamia nut and rose hip seed. Designed to enhance the skin-nourishing actions of each ingredient, this is an effective blend with an exquisite aroma. Use to to hydrate the skin or to help heal cuts, scratches and bites. Apply topically or add to your bath. You can dilute this blend in almond or grapeseed oil if you prefer a lighter texture.
4 oz cobalt polyethylene bottle with a snap-up cap – $20

BugX
A practical blend of insect repelling essential oils including eucalyptus, lavender, patchouli, and lemon--ingeniously communing with nature without too much transgression. Excellent for those who are ready to give the citronella a rest. Add 8 to 12 drops per ounce to your favorite sunscreen or mix with water in a spray bottle. Use along with UV protection.
1/8 oz (3.5 ml) amber glass vial with dropper insert – $10