All essential oils are potent, they are absorbed readily across the blood brain barrier. They will continue to be effective long after the sense of smell has gone. This is because the Olfactory tract, the bodies sense of smell organ continues to be stimulated long after the scent had died away. This releases chemicals in the brain such as endorphins that relieve pain and dopamine that provides the feel good factor.
DO NOT use essential oils direct on to skin on their own, combine with Grapeseed or Sunflower oil for massage or if using in a bath mix with shower gel, full fat milk or oil.
Brian, from The Longhouse Team, blending tip;
- For a good night’s sleep: Blend 30mls of grapeseed or sunflower oil with 3 drops of Sandlewood and 2 drops of Chamomile, this can be massaged into the upper arms, neck and across chest area.
- To relieve a headache, anxiety and get a good night’s sleep: Blend 30mls of grapeseed or sunflower oil with 2 drops of Rose, 2 drops of Lavender and 1 drop of Chamomile, again this can be massaged into the upper arms, neck and across the chest area.
- To relieve tension and aching muscles: Blend 30mls of grapeseed or sunflower oil with 8 drops of lavender, 5 drops of petigrain and 2 drops of basil, this is massaged into the effected muscles.
