A CLOSE KINSHIP -- RELAXATION AND SCENT
 

Our sense of smell is one of the most powerful tools we have to combat the negativity of stress.

 

An ocean breeze, the fresh smell of the forest after a rainfall, the pristine scent of a crisp winter morning – all of this uplifts our spirit.

 

Essential oils allow us to bring the exhilarating scent of the outdoors into our indoor lives. As we must secure our windows to the cold of winter, just a few strategically placed sprays of an essential oil, and we have the best of both worlds!
 

Magical Essential Oil Combinations
 

To begin: Fill a mist spray bottle with purified water and then add the essential oils.

 

Tighten the cap well and shake the bottle.  The longer the mixture remains in the bottle; the scent strengthens and improves in potency.
 

Essential Sunshine
 

50 drops of Lime essential oil
50 drops of Grapefruit essential oil
10 drops of Orange essential oil
10 drops of Patchouli essential oil
Mix with 4 ounces of pure water
 

Essential Flower Garden
 

75 drops of Ylang-Ylang essential oil
25 drops of Orange essential oil
20 drops of Clove essential oil
Mix with 4 ounces of pure water

 

Essential Rain Forest
 

40 drops of Pine essential oil
40 drops of Cajuput essential oil
20 drops of Cypress essential oil
20 drops of Sandalwood essential oil
Mix with 4 ounces of pure water
 

Essential Spice for your Life
 

25 drops of Marjoram essential oil
25 drops of Sage essential oil
25 drops of Spearmint or Peppermint essential oil
25 drops of Clove essential oil
20 drops of Patchouli essential oil
Mix with 4 ounces of pure water

 

Essential Room Disinfectant
 

65 drops of Tea Tree essential oil
50 drops of Thyme essential oil
35 drops of Eucalyptus essential oil
Mix with 4 ounces of pure water

 

 

 

When you feel particularly stressed and need a little extra boost:

 

Place the following blended oils into an aroma lamp with a small bit of pure water.

 

Inhale the vapors deeply for best results

Essential Breathe Easy
 

5 drops of Lemon essential oil
5 drops of Pine essential oil
5 drops of Lavender essential oil
5 drops of Peppermint essential oil

 

Essential Room Freshener


5 drops of Lemon essential oil
5 drops of Tea Tree essential oil
5 drops of Sage essential oil
5 drops of Cajuput essential oil
 

Essential Carpet Refresh
 

Mix this blend in a wide mouthed glass jar and tighten cap. Let mixture sit for at least 24 hours. Sprinkle mixture over carpeting and let rest for 10 minutes. Vacuum.
 

Formula #1)

 

50 drops of Lime essential oil
30 drops of Orange essential oil
20 drops of Patchouli oil
Mix with ½ cup baking soda

 

Formula 2)

 

30 drops of Eucalyptus essential oil
30 drops of Cinnamon essential oil
30 drops of Lemongrass essential oil
10 drops of Clove essential oil
Mix with ½ cup of baking soda
 

Essential Furniture Polish

For a beautiful shine! Combine ingredients and polish gently.

10 drops of Ylang-Ylang essential oil
1 ounce of Jojoba carrier oil

 

Use these essential oil combinations in your daily life and you will never have a blah smell throughout your home ever again.  Just see the difference in how your mood changes!

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