This week I have been flipping through our aromatherapy recipe bible and I’ve noticed that we’ve been blending a lot of anti-anxiety recipes lately as many people seem to be suffering from post-holiday stress. Many people find January the most arduous month to get through, not only because of the post-holiday blues, but because the hours of sunlight can be few and spring seems like eons away! We are most commonly blending this recipe into a roll-on format as most people want to have this remedy to use on the move.

100 ml Carrier Oil
15 drops – Bergamot Essential Oil
5 drops – Lavender (France) Essential Oil
7 drops – Geranium Essential Oil
2 drops – Frankincense Essential Oil
5 drops – Neroli (pure) Essential Oil
5 drops – Rose (pure) Essential Oil

Note: This blend is excellent in an oil, apply onto body regularly; Also good as a roll-on for relief on the move. If the geranium is too strong, add rosewood to round out the blend. If you don’t have all of these oils on hand (understandable), just come into any Escents Retail Location and have us blend it for you at the Blending Bar.

About the oils:
The essences used in this oil work expertly to aide in the treatment of anxiety.

1. Bergamot is a popular citrus and known to relieve depression, anxiety and stress related conditions and is beloved for its’ refreshing and uplifting aroma.
2. A familiar scent to most everyone, Lavender is an aid to the nervous system treating depression, hypertension, insomnia, nervous tension and stress related conditions such as vertigo and shock.
3. Geranium stabilizes ones mood and helps treat nervous tension and relieve stress.
4. Frankincense is often used in meditation and has the power to slow down and deepen the breath.
5. Neroli, the essence of a sweet type of Orange Blossom, was used historically in the arrangements of bridal bouquets and was thought to calm the nervous apprehension. It treats anxiety and depression as well as nervous tensions, shock and stress and is especially helpful with treating emotional problems.
6. Rose is healing to the heart chakra alleviates grief, depression , insomnia, nervous tension and stress. Above all things Rose creates a sense of well-being , even happiness.

Usage:

1. As recommended this blends nicely into a massage oil and 2 tablespoons can be added to a bath or massages over hands body.
2. For daily use and for unexpected bouts of anxiety it is highly beneficial to add this blend to a an unscented roll-on which is applied along the hairline to temples, neck and behind ears. This should be carried on ones person for immediate access and relief.
3. This blend of oils can be added straight into a 5ml essential oil bottle and used in  a diffuser, or as a special remedy, add 2-3 drops of this pure blend to a large bowl of boiled and still hot water (ensure your face is cleansed) put a towel over your head and around the hot water and oil. Take slow deep breathes in through both the mouth and nose, keep your eyes gently closed.