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Citronella Essential Oil
Cymbopogon nardus
cilantro essential oil
Coriandrum sativum
Brazilian Orange Essential Oil
Citrus sinensis
Benzoin Resinoid Essential Oil
Styrax benzoin
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Cananga odorata
Wormwood Essential Oil
Artemisia absinthium
Wild Orange Essential Oil
Citrus sinensis
Vetiver Essential Oil
Vetiveria zizanoides
Verbena Essential Oil
Aloysia citriodora
Vanilla Essential Oil
Vanilla planifolia
Benefits & Uses
- β’ Soothing: Provides a calming effect, helping to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety during massages.
- β’ Grounding: Assists in promoting a sense of stability and emotional balance.
- β’ Relaxation: Supports mental clarity and can aid in calming the mind during meditation.
- β’ Rejuvenating: Revitalizes emotions by connecting mind and body during self-care rituals.
- β’ Skin repair: Aids in healing minor wounds and skin irritations due to its nutrient-rich composition.
- β’ Hair health: Conditions the scalp and promotes shiny, healthy hair when massaged in.
- β’ Digestive support: Can be ingested in moderation to help ease digestive discomfort.
- β’ Anti-aging: Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles through its hydrating and nourishing properties.
- β’ Moisturizer: Used as a base for lotions and creams to hydrate dry skin.
- β’ Makeup Remover: Effectively dissolves makeup without irritating the skin.
- β’ Massage Oil: Serves as an excellent oil for full-body massages.
- β’ Carrier Oil: Blends effortlessly with essential oils for aromatherapy applications.
- β’ Furniture Polish: Can be applied to wooden furniture for a natural shine.
- β’ Carrier for Natural Scents: Diluted with essential oils for natural room fragrance solutions.
- β’ Cooking: Used in culinary applications, such as dressings and dips (caution advised on internal use).
How to Use
For a small room, add 3-5 drops; for medium rooms, add 5-8 drops; for large spaces, use 8-12 drops. Diffuse for 30-60 minutes, up to 2-3 times daily, ideally in the morning or evening.
Adult dilution of 2-3%, Children 0.5-1%, Elderly 1-2%. Suggested carrier oils include jojoba or coconut. Apply to desired areas using light circular motions, allowing 20-30 minutes for absorption before dressing.
1-2 drops may be inhaled directly from a tissue or by cupping hands over the nose. For steam inhalation, add 2-3 drops to hot water and inhale for 5-10 minutes. Personal inhalers can be infused for convenient use.
Safety & Precautions
Perform a patch test prior to topical use. Generally safe, Sweet Almond Oil does not pose photosensitivity risks but should be stored in a cool, dark place to maintain freshness. Shelf life is approximately 1-2 years. Caution is advised for individuals with nut allergies.
- β οΈ Individuals with severe nut allergies
- β οΈ Those with compromised liver function
- β οΈ People on anticoagulant medications
