The benefits of aromatherapy absolutely does NOT have to stay home. You can be thrown into a situation (or if you’re like me, you’re always prepared) and need some sort of relief or method of ‘treatment’ to combat an issue.
Using essential oils for their physical and emotional benefits is always a great way to introduce a more natural approach to self-care and you can take them anywhere with you. As a refresher, essential oils can be used topically or aromatically, and you can achieve both on the go. The best way to do this, is to get a roller bottle and carrier oil. The best carrier to use if using an essential oil for its aromatic component, would be Fractionated Coconut Oil. This carrier has zero scent, so it would allow the essential oil to truly shine and not become muddled with scents like olive or avocado.
But from here, the world is your oyster. You can choose literally any essential oil of your choosing like Tea Tree for a possible scrape or cut, or an oil like Frankincense that aids in your mental well-being for whatever stressful situation you can be thrown in.
After blending your preferred essential oils with carrier, apply to your trouble spots or if using it for emotional support, I always recommend rolling it on your wrists or along your clavicles (collarbones) so you can inhale the aroma as it evaporates.
Always dilute appropriately for topical use (4% dilution max or 12 drops in 10ml carrier oil). Citrus oils however, shouldn’t be used topically prior to sun exposure as these oils are phototoxic.
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