Uses and Benefits of Bergamot Essential Oil

Bergamot is cold pressed from the rind of the bergamot fruit. I absolutely the smell of Bergamot because of its unique citrus aroma. To me, the smell is like mixing lemon and lime together! So uplifting and refreshing!

Common uses of Bergamot Essential Oil include:

• Diffuse for a sense of self confidence.
• Apply to skin while showering and inhale deeply to enjoy its calming aroma while experiencing its purifying skin benefits.
• Change regular tea to Earl Grey by adding a drop of Bergamot.
• Diffuse at home, work or in the classroom when stress levels or tension is high:)
• Add one to two drops to your next DIY skin care cleanser, soap or lotion.
• Apply to the feet before bedtime for a sense of calm and harmony.
• Frequently used in massage therapy for its calming benefits.
• Calming and soothing aroma.

Bergamot blends well with Lavender, Ylang Ylang and Patchouli.

Topical: Bergamot can be applied topically, either neat or with a carrier oil (I use fractionated coconut oil).  You may want to avoid direct sunlight (up to 12 hrs.), on area you applied, to reduce any possible skin sensitivities.

Aromatic: Use aromatically in a diffuser.

Internal: You may also add a drop to your water or smoothie for a delicious and beneficial drink. Make sure you use certified pure Bergamot essential oil when taking internally.

Bergamot Facial Wash

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup liquid castile soap
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 10 drops Bergamot essential oil
• 5 drops Melaleuca essential oil
• optional- several drops of Vitamin E oil

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients and mix together.
2. Store in a pump bottle.
3. Use to wash your face, remove makeup, etc.

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Nurse Mom Turned Oil Mom~ April Geigley

Natural Solutions To Relieve Your Muscle Discomfort!

Understanding the role that discomfort plays in our bodies, helps us know how to soothe those minor discomforts when they occur.

 Discomforts are a part of everyday life. They come in the form of muscle aches from exercise to many other triggers and stressors such as a simple paper cut. This is the body’s biological response to anything the body may consider unsafe. 

Healthy discomfort is part of the innate immune system, which responds to pathogens with an automatic general response. The aim of this response is to clear tissues and cells of anything harmful and quickly repair. This type of discomfort is not a negative thing as much as it is a healthy body response to something different.

Best Practices for essential oil use for relieving minor discomforts:

Topical: Very effective for many situations. Apply oils directly to any area of concern remembering to use a carrier oil if necessary to prevent sensitivity. Apply often, every 20-30 minutes, then reduce to every two to six hours. Layering is also very effective for using multiple oils at the same time; apply one at a time.

Some of my favorites for muscle discomfort are: wintergreen, peppermint, frankincense, black pepper, basil, ginger and helichrysum. The blends I love to use are massage blend, tension blend and soothing blend.

My favorite carrier oil is fractionated coconut oil (FCO). The fat molecules have been taken out so it isn’t greasy!

Many natural solutions are available to ease and soothe tired joints or muscles. I love having lots of tools at my fingertips to maintain a balanced life of wellness and vitality. Here are a few things I use in my home:

A warm bath is always welcome after a long day!

Great recipe for a hot soak:

• Mix 4 drops black pepper (oil), 2 drops rosemary,, 1 drop ginger into 1/2 cup of Epsom salt, stir.
• Add to bathtub of hot water (to your desired temp) and soak for up to thirty minutes.
• Remember to drink lots of water while soaking and there after.

Oil Blend for muscle aches and discomfort:

• 4 drops juniper berry
• 3 drops marjoram
• 3 drops roman chamomile
• 3 drops ginger
• 3 drops helichrysum

Mix essential oils in roller bottle with 1 tsp carrier oil. Shake and use as needed. Or add essential oils to 1/2 cup Epsom salt, stir and use in bath of your desired temp.

I also use a muscle rub…..

It contains wintergreen, camphor, peppermint, blue tansy, german chamomile, helichrysum and osmanthus. It provides a cooling and soothing sensation to those targeted areas. Non-greasy and vanishing scent that leaves your skin feeling soft.

If you would like a sample of this great rub, fill out the form and I will see to it that you get one mailed right away!

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Nurse Mom turned Oil Mom- April