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The following oils are recommended to have on hand in case of emergency :
Clove - Use as an analgesic (for topical pain relief) and a drawing salve (to pull toxins / infection from the body). Good for acne, constipation, headaches, nausea and toothaches.
Frankincense - Enhances effect of any other oil. It facilitates clarity of mind, accelerates all skin recovery issues, and reduces anxiety and mental & physical fatigue. Reduces hyperactivity, impatience, irritability and restlessness. Helps with focus and concentration.
Lavender - Use for agitation, bruises, burns (can mix with melaleuca), leg cramps, herpes, heart irregularities, hives, insect bites, neuropathy, pain (inside and out), bee stings, sprains, sunburn (combine with frankincense) and sunstroke. Relieves insomnia, depression and PMS and is a natural antihistamine (asthma or allergies).
Lemon - Use for arthritis, colds, constipation, coughs, cuts, sluggishness, sore throats, sunburn, and wounds. It lifts the spirits and reduces stress and fatigue. Internally it counteracts acidity, calms an upset stomach and encourages elimination.
Lemongrass - Use for sore and cramping muscles and charley horses (with peppermint - drink lots of water). Apply to bottoms of feet in winter to warm them.
Melaleuca - Use for bug bites, colds, coughs, cuts, deodorant, eczemas, fungus, infections (ear, nose or throat), microbes (internally), psoriasis, rough hands, slivers (combine with clove to draw them out), sore throats and wounds.
Oregano - Use as heavy-duty antibiotics (internally with live oil or coconut oil in capsules or on bottoms of feet - follow up with lavender and peppermint). Also for fungal infections and for reducing pain and inflammation of arthritis, backache, bursitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, rheumatism and sciatica.
Always dilute.
Peppermint - Use as an analgesic (topical pain relief, bumps and bruises). Can also be used for circulation, fever, headache, indigestion, motion sickness, nausea, nerve problems or vomiting
AromaTouch - Use for relaxation and stress relief. it is soothing and anti-inflammatory and enhances massage
Breathe - Use for allergies, anxiety, asthma, bronchitis, congestion, colds, coughs, flu and respiratory distress.
DeepBlue - Use for pain relief. Works well in cases of arthritis, bruises, carpel tunnel, headaches, inflammation, joint pain, migraines, muscle pain, sprains and rheumatism. Follow with peppermint to enhance effects.
DigestZen - Use for all digestive issues such as bloating, congestion, constipation, diarrhea, food poisoning (internal), heartburn, indigestion, motion sickness, nausea and stomach ache. Also works well on diaper rash.
OnGuard - Use to disinfect all surfaces. It eliminates mold and viruses and helps to boost the immune system (bottoms of feet or internally, daily)
Purify - Use for airborne pathogens, cuts, germs (on any surface), insect bites, itches (all types & varieties), and wounds. Also boosts the immune system.
TerraShield - Deters all flying insects and ticks from human bodies and pets.
Emergency Oils
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
Essential oils