Abundant Health Massage & Bodyworkx

The essential oils chosen for this week are inspired by the end of summer; as the weather turns more spontaneous going back and forth trying to decide whether to be bright and sunny or chilly and cloudy.  We have essential oils mimicking both sides.

LAVENDER & SANDALWOOD (blend)
Lavender: Burns, Inflammation, Cuts, Wounds, Eczema, Dermatitis, Fainting, Headaches, Influenza, Insomnia, Hysteria, Migraine, Nausea, Nervous Tension, Infections, Bacterial Conditions, Sores, Ulcers, Acne, Boils, Asthma, Rheumatism, Arthritis; as a Sedative
Sandalwood: Acne, Catarrh, Cystitis, Menstrual Problems, Depression, Skin Infections, Fungal and Bacterial Infections; as a Sedative

MYRRH
Wounds, Mouth Ulcers, Dermatitis, Bacterial Infections, Bronchitis, Diarrhea, Fungal Infections, Candida

NEROLI
Depression, Anxiety, Hysteria, Diarrhea, Nervous Tension, Menopausal Problems, Dermatitis; as a Cardiac Tonic

NIGHT TIME (blend)
Jasmine: Nervous Tension, Depression, Menstrual Problems, Laryngitis, Anxiety, Lethargy; as a Relaxant
Bergamont: Fevers, Acne, Tension, Wounds, Coughs, Stress; as an Antidepressant
Lavender: Burns, Inflammation, Cuts, Wounds, Eczema, Dermatitis, Fainting, Headaches, Influenza, Insomnia, Hysteria, Migraine, Nausea, Nervous Tension, Infections, Bacterial Conditions, Sores, Ulcers, Acne, Boils, Asthma, Rheumatism, Arthritis; as a Sedative
Clary Sage: Depression, Nerves, Sore Throat, Aches and Pains, Debility; as a stimulant

POMEGRANATE
Anti-Oxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Microbial, Immune Defense, Heart Disease, Wrinkles, Eczema, Psoriasis, Sun Damage and Irritated Skin, Revitalizes and Firms Skin, Protects from Environmental Pollutants and Chemicals

Could it be?!  Has summer finally decided to pay us crabby, cooped-up Portlanders a visit?  I am planning on milking this sunshine for all its worth, beginning with the sunburn I acquired at our yard sale this weekend.  Comments like “you are turning lobster red, Christina” didn’t hold a flame to a little Aloe Vera mixed with Lavender essential oil.  I woke up the next morning with a golden tan.  I kid you not.

This weeks essential oils are as light and sunny as our weather, but have deep healing benefits that will protect your skin and muscles from the wear and tear it brings with it.

CAMOMILE
Nerves, Migraine, Acne, Inflammation, Insomnia, Menstrual Problems, Dermatitis

CHERRY BLOSSOM (blend)
Sandalwood: Acne, Catarrh, Cystitis, Menstrual Problems, Depression, Skin Infections, Fungal and Bacterial Infections; as a Sedative
Orange: Depression, Anxiety, Constipation, Nervous Conditions, Muscular Spasm; as a Tonic, Sedative, and Antiseptic
Vanilla: As an Antioxidant, Anticarcinogenic, Febrifuge, Antidepressant; Sedating and Relaxing Properties
Mandarin
Lavender: Burns, Inflammation, Cuts, Wounds, Eczema, Dermatitis, Fainting, Headaches, Influenza, Insomnia, Hysteria, Migraine, Nausea, Nervous Tension, Infections, Bacterial Conditions, Sores, Ulcers, Acne, Boils, Asthma, Rheumatism, Arthritis; as a Sedative
Rose Geranium

LAVENDER
Burns, Inflammation, Cuts, Wounds, Eczema, Dermatitis, Fainting, Headaches, Influenza, Insomnia, Hysteria, Migraine, Nausea, Nervous Tension, Infections, Bacterial Conditions, Sores, Ulcers, Acne, Boils, Asthma, Rheumatism, Arthritis; as a Sedative

FIR NEEDLE
Arthritis, Bronchitis, Colds, Coughs, Flue, Muscular Aches, Rheumatism, Sinusitis

TANGERINE
Depression, Anxiety, Constipation, Nervous Conditions, Muscular Spasm; as a Tonic, Sedative, and Antiseptic

COLD & FLU RELIEF (blend)
Eucalyptus: Viral Infections, Colds, Coughs, Bronchitis, Whooping Cough, Rheumatism, Muscular Strains; as an Antiseptic
Ginger: Rheumatism, Muscular Aches and Pains, Sprains, Broken Bones, Colds Nausea, Diarrhea, Alcoholism, Digestive Disorders
Lemon:  Sore Throat, Nervous Conditions, Blood Pressure, Digestive Problems, Gallstones, Debility, Fever, Anxiety; as a Tonic, Astringent, and Antiseptic
Peppermint: Inflammation, Nausea, Indigestion, Fevers, Flatulence, Headaches, Migraine, Liver Problems, Arthritis, Uplifting; as a Stimulant
Tea Tree: Acne, Athletes Foot, Burns, Blisters, Dandruff, Insect Bites, Infection, Asthma, Cold and Flu, Fever, Chicken Pox, Warts, Cold Sores

EARTHY (blend)
Cedar: Bronchitis, Catarrh, Acne, Arthritis; as a Diuretic
Sandalwood:  Acne, Catarrh, Cystitis, Menstrual Problems, Depression, Skin Infections, Fungal and Bacterial Infections; as a Sedative
Patchouli: Acne, Nervous Exhaustion, Eczema, Cracked and Chapped Skin, Athletes Foot, Insect Repellant, Stress Related Conditions; Grounding Effects.
Lavender: Burns, Inflammation, Cuts, Wounds, Eczema, Dermatitis, Fainting, Headaches, Influenza, Insomnia, Hysteria, Migraine, Nausea, Nervous Tension, Infections, Bacterial Conditions, Sores, Ulcers, Acne, Boils, Asthma, Rheumatism, Arthritis; as a Sedative

GINGER (blend)
Ginger: Rheumatism, Muscular Aches and Pains, Sprains, Broken Bones, Colds, Nausea, Diarrhea, Alcoholism, Digestive Disorders
Clove: Nausea, Flatulence, Bronchitis, Arthritis, Rheumatism, Toothache, Diarrhea, Infections; as an Analgesic and Antiseptic
Cinnamon: As an Insecticide, Deodorant, Tonic, Stimulant
Vanilla:  As an Antioxidant, Anticarcinogenic, Febrifuge, Antidepressant; Sedating and Relaxing Properties
Lemon: Sore Throat, Nervous Conditions, Blood Pressure, Digestive Problems, Gallstones, Debility, Fever, Anxiety; as a Tonic, Astringent, and Antiseptic

LAVENDER
Burns, Inflammation, Cuts, Wounds, Eczema, Dermatitis, Fainting, Headaches, Influenza, Insomnia, Hysteria, Migraine, Nausea, Nervous Tension, Infections, Bacterial Conditions, Sores, Ulcers, Acne, Boils, Asthma, Rheumatism, Arthritis; as a Sedative

POMEGRANATE
Anti-Oxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Microbial, Immune Defense, Heart Disease, Wrinkles, Eczema, Psoriasis, Sun Damage and Irritated Skin, Revitalizes and Firms Skin, Protects from Environmental Pollutants and Chemicals

This weeks essential oils were chosen to imitate the wet, green, “earthy” – for lack of a better word – weather we’ve been having…  But then a few bright and cheery selections to balance it all out.  Now if only we could get some of that “bright and cheery” from the sky, we’d be good to go.

CLARY SAGE
Depression, Nerves, Sore Throat, Aches and Pains, Debility; as a stimulant

INVIGORATING (blend)
Lemon: Sore Throat, Nervous Conditions, Blood Pressure, Digestive Problems, Gallstones, Debility, Fever, Anxiety; as a Tonic, Astringent, and Antiseptic
Rosemary: Gout, Headaches, Fatigue, Rheumatism, Skin Infections, Muscular Aches and Pains, Sprains, Dandruff, Alopecia, Obesity, Spinal Injuries; as Nerve Stimulant, Heart Tonic and Liver Decongestant, Analgesic
Peppermint: Inflammation, Nausea, Indigestion, Fevers, Flatulence, Headaches, Migraine, Liver Problems, Arthritis, Uplifting; as a Stimulant

LEMON & VANILLA (blend)
Lemon: Sore Throat, Nervous Conditions, Blood Pressure, Digestive Problems, Gallstones, Debility, Fever, Anxiety; as a Tonic, Astringent, and Antiseptic
French Vanilla: As an Antioxidant, Anticarcinogenic, Febrifuge, Antidepressant; Sedating and Relaxing Properties

PEPPERMINT
Inflammation, Nausea, Indigestion, Fevers, Flatulence, Headaches, Migraine, Liver Problems, Arthritis, Uplifting; as a Stimulant

TEA TREE
Acne, Athletes Foot, Burns, Blisters, Dandruff, Insect Bites, Infection, Asthma, Cold and Flu, Fever, Chicken Pox, Warts, Cold Sores

This week I am focusing on balance:  The perfect blend of sweet, spicy and earthy…  Uplifting, warming and grounding.

The Sandalwood/Rose, Camomile and Nighttime Blend are most effective when absorbed directly through the skin (process of difussion) via a nice, steamed towel or mixed in with the massage oil itself, while the Oil of Bay and Respiratory Blend are better used through deep, efficient aromatherapy inhalations.

CAMOMILE
Nerves, Migraine, Acne, Inflammation, Insomnia, Menstrual Problems, Dermatitis

NIGHT TIME (blend)
Jasmine: Nervous Tension, Depression, Menstrual Problems, Laryngitis, Anxiety, Lethargy; as a Relaxant
Bergamont:  Fevers, Acne, Tension, Wounds, Coughs, Stress; as an Antidepressant
Lavender:  Burns, Inflammation, Cuts, Wounds, Eczema, Dermatitis, Fainting, Headaches, Influenza, Insomnia, Hysteria, Migraine, Nausea, Nervous Tension, Infections, Bacterial Conditions, Sores, Ulcers, Acne, Boils, Asthma, Rheumatism, Arthritis; as a Sedative
Clary Sage: Depression, Nerves, Sore Throat, Aches and Pains, Debility; as a stimulant

OIL OF BAY
Cold and Flu, Infectious Diseases, Muscular Pain, Poor Circulation, Rheumatism Sprains and Strains

RESPIRATORY (blend)
Fir Needle: Arthritis, Bronchitis, Colds, Coughs, Flue, Muscular Aches, Rheumatism, Sinusitis 
Eucalyptus: Viral Infections, Colds, Coughs, Bronchitis, Whooping Cough, Rheumatism, Muscular Strains; as an Antiseptic

SANDALWOOD/ROSE (blend)
Sandalwood: Acne, Catarrh, Cystitis, Menstrual Problems, Depression, Skin Infections, Fungal and Bacterial Infections; as a Sedative
Rose (Bulgaria): Anxiety, Depression, Circulatory Problems, Menopausal Problems; as an Antiseptic and Tonic