Essential Oils and Fragrant Medicinals

Grapefruit

Fat Dissolving Massage Recipe

It may seem like a bold statement, but Lemon oil can actually help you lose weight by suppressing weight gain, dissolving body fat, and reducing appetite. The rind of many citrus fruits – including Lemon – contain high amounts of the organic compound limonene.

Limonene has the ability to facilitate lipolysis – the breakdown of white adipose tissue, which is the type of fat the body stores for energy. The connection between limonene and lipolysis was demonstrated in a study where exposure to a blend of Lemon oil and grapefruit oil aromatherapy increased lipolysis and reduced body weight in lab rats.

Fat Dissolving Massage Recipe:

  • ¼ cup of sweet almond oil
  • 7 drops of pure Lemon oil
  • 7 drops of Grapefruit oil
Lemon Oil Precautions

Like many citrus essential oils, Lemon oil is phototoxic. This means that when an essential oil is applied topically, exposure to sunlight (UV rays to be exact) causes the skin to become hyper-sensitive and burn much more easily. It is recommended to stay out of direct sunlight for at least 12 hours after using Lemon oil on the skin.

From: Natural Living Ideas

Fresh and Clean Bathroom Blends

Here are a few to try for a fresh and clean scent your bathroom. These blends can be used in a diffuser or a room spray. Experiment with the proportions of each essential oil and create your own custom blend

  • Lavender + Lemon
  • Eucalyptus + Spearmint
  • Orange + Grapefruit
  • Lemon + Rosemary + Lavender

Focus & Get Shit Done Blend

These recipes are for a 4 oz. spray bottle, but of course they can be doubled or halved as needed.

You will need:

  • Spray Bottle (4 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon of vodka or rubbing alcohol
  • 6 tablespoons of water
  • 8 drops of Peppermint essential oil
  • 10 drops of Grapefruit essential oil
  • 10 drops of Rosemary essential oil
  • Optional – a bottle sized piece of one of your ingredients (sprig of Rosemary or Peppermint)

Put the vodka (or rubbing alcohol) into the bottle, and then add the essential oils. Shake well. Add the optional herb if desired. Then add the water. Shake gently before each use.

Source: Salome Gemme

 

Important Notice

Almost anyone can enjoy the benefits of an aromatherapy oil, but certain individuals, such as pregnant women, persons with allergies, and those with respiratory conditions such as asthma should only use essential oils for aromatherapy under the guidance of a trained professional.

Keep in mind that essential oils are highly concentrated botanical extracts and should never be ingested or applied to skin at full strength. Consult a professional aromatherapist or an accredited reference on aromatherapy for advice on these uses.

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