Fall brings cooler temperatures and thoughts of wrapping yourself up in cozy layers. However, your faces and hands are still exposed to the elements, so it is prudent to take care of skin in these areas. In addition, seasonal snuffles and germs may slow you down, unless you take precautions. And a warming diffuser blend is always welcome in the Fall months! Here are three quick and easy aromatherapy recipes that you can try for Fall.
Moisturizing Aromatherapy Lotion for Dry Skin
Fall temperatures may bring drying wind and sun. A simple moisturizing lotion may help to combat some of the symptoms of dry skin.
What You Will Need:
- 8 oz unscented, white lotion base*
- 15 drops of rose (Rosa x damascena) essential oil
- 35 drops of lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) essential oil
- 20 drops of expressed sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) essential oil
- 20 drops of frankincense (Boswellia carteri) essential oil
- 8 oz pump bottle
- bowl for mixing
- glass rod for mixing
- label
*available from cosmetic suppliers who specialize in aromatherapy bases.
How to Make:
- Pour the lotion into the mixing bowl.
- Add the stated amount of essential oils and blend together with the glass rod.
- Pour the blend into the pump bottle and attach the pump.
- Label the bottle with the contents and the date that you made it.
- Store appropriately.
Directions for Use:
- Apply liberally to the skin (particularly the face and hands) twice a day.
Cautions for Use:
- Intended for adult use only.
- Stop use immediately if sensitivity occurs.
- Consult a certified aromatherapist for further advice.
Aromatherapy Anti-bacterial Soap
An aromatherapy anti-bacterial soap may help to protect you against Fall snuffles and germs – and it's easy to make!
What You Will Need:
- 8 oz Castile soap base*
- 30 drops blue gum eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus) essential oil
- 20 drops distilled lime (Citrus aurantifolia) essential oil
- 40 drops lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) essential oil
- bowl for mixing
- glass rod for mixing
- 8 oz pump bottle
- label
*available from cosmetic suppliers who specialize in aromatherapy bases.
How to Make:
- Pour the soap base into the mixing bowl.
- Add the stated amount of essential oils and blend together with the glass rod.
- Pour the blend into the pump bottle and attach the pump.
- Label the bottle with the contents and the date that you made it.
- Store appropriately.
Directions for Use:
- Use the soap every time you wash your hands.
Cautions for Use:
- Intended for adult use only.
- Stop use immediately if sensitivity occurs.
- Use only distilled lime essential oil, as expressed lime essential oil is photosensitive.
- Consult a certified aromatherapist for further advice.
Fall Aroma Diffuser Blend
Diffusing essential oils can create a warm and cozy atmosphere (depending upon the choice of essential oils) and help to keep a healthy atmosphere in the home. This blend is intended for diffusion purposes only as it is undiluted.
What You Will Need:
- 40 drops cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) essential oil
- 25 drops of cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) essential oil
- 30 drops sweet orange (Citrus sinensis) essential oil
- 5 ml bottle
- aromatherapy diffuser
- label
How to Make:
- Add the stated amount of essential oils to the 5 ml bottle and mix together by shaking the bottle.
- Label the bottle with the contents and the date that you made it.
- Store appropriately.
Directions for Use:
- Add the specified* number of drops of the essential oil blend to the aromatherapy diffuser.
* refer to the manufacturer's guidelines for number of drops to use in the aromatherapy diffuser.
Cautions for Use:
- Intended for aromatherapy diffuser only.
- DO NOT apply directly to the skin.
- Stop use immediately if sensitivity occurs.
- Consult a certified aromatherapist for further advice.
Aromatherapy Recipes for Fall
The aromatherapy recipes provided in this post are just an example of three easy aromatherapy products to make for Fall. If you have a specific health condition, are pregnant, elderly, a child or a baby, or you are taking specific medication (prescribed or over-the-counter), seek further advice before using aromatherapy products. The information provided in this article is for educational purposes only.
References:
- Falsetto, Sharon, 2014, Authentic Aromatherapy, US: Skyhorse Publishing
- Lawless, Julia, 1995, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Essential Oils, UK: Thorsons
- A decade of the international training and experience of a certified aromatherapist.
