Bathdrops: Use 5-8 drops
For a relaxing bath base, mix one part baking soda (Aluminum Free) and three parts sea salt. Add 5-10 drops to bath water just before entering and swirl it around.
In A Diffuser: Use 3-6 drops
Essential oils are placed in the diffuser, often times with water and heat so that the oils evaporate (be sure to read the directions). *Note that essential oils should never be directly burned as it could burn into ashes.
For Feet: Use 2-4 drops
Essential oils must be diluted before applying to skin and can be applied to using a variety of techniques. Diluted in a carrier substance (vegetable or nut oil) at no greater concentration than 3-5% (one teaspoon of carrier to 3 drops of pure essential oil, making it a 3% solution.
Topically on Body: Use 2-4 drops
Essential oils must be diluted before applying to skin. To massage or apply to large areas of the body, a 1% solution (one drop of essential oil in one teaspoon of carrier) is a safe concentration. Great carrier oils include sweet almond oil, apricot kernel oil, grapeseed oil, jojoba oil, and avocado oil.
Dry Evaporation (Cotton/Tissue): Use 2-4 drops
Place several drops of essential oil on a cotton ball and let evaporate into the air. Place it somewhere near you and breathe in and out. Sniff the cotton ball for a more intense dose.
Steam: 1-2 drops
Add drops of essential oil to a bowl of steaming water to allow the oil to vaporize. Place a towel over your head and over the bowl. Keep your eyes closed. This is a very direct method. This method may be helpful for upper respiratory and sinus infections.
Note: Not recommend for children under the age of 7 years old. For children over 7, use swimming goggles to protect their eyes.
Spray Bottle (Air Freshener): 5-8 drops
Drops of essential oils are placed in a bottle of water, shaken, and sprayed into the air. This will deodorize the room and or set the mood.
WARNING: Do not take or consume internally! Do Not Eat! For external use only!
Discontinue use if irritation to skin occurs.
