AUTUMN & WINTER ESSENTIAL OILS
Hygge – Essential oils
With the night’s drawing in and the trees bare it’s only natural to feel the need for log fires, woolly jumpers and thick socks! This mood can be reflected in the choice of essential oils that would be beneficial in a massage.
Each oil has its own unique set of properties. Some are warm and spicy and others uplifting to instil a sense of energy, sometimes lacking as the nights draw in. What is helpful is to embrace the changing season and let it run its course without you fretting! Adapt your routine so that you get out earlier to make the most of daylight hours, change your diet to reflect the seasonal produce on offer and ask your Aromatherapist to choose some oils that will encourage warmth and energy.
All of the oils listed are safe to use in pregnancy but always refer to a qualified Aromatherapist if you have any doubts.
Warmth
Ginger– Zingiber officianale
A classic warming oil, beneficial for achy muscles, soothing to the digestive system and gently energetic
Coriander Seed – Coriandrum sativum
Brings a gentle warmth to tired and achy muscles
Skin Care
With your face and hands exposed to the elements and the effect of central heating skin can be become quite dry or even chapped.
Use any of the oils mentioned below in blend to relieve dry skin or bring relief to sore, chapped skin
Roman Chamomile – Anthemis Nobilis
A gentle anti-inflammatory – use in a blend to soothe and calm the skin
Lavender – Lavandula angustifolia
A skin tonic – suitable for eczema or dry skin
Neroli – Citrus aurantium var. amara
A wonderful, creamy- sweet aromatic oil that has been show to benefit the skin. Lovely for dry skin and could help deter stretch marks!
With the advent of Winter some people can suffer from ‘ SAD’ Seasonal Affective Disorder, sometimes called ‘the winter blues’. Using a burner or a blend, you can bring sunshine back into your day and make a real difference to your mood. The citrus oils work particularly well, with their sunny aromas and memories of hot sunny days; they can lift your spirits and help you through the winter months.
Try 2 drops of Grapefruit – Citrus paradisi or 2 drops of Sweet Orange – Citrus sinensis with 3 drops of Bergamot – Citrus bergamia in a burner for a truly uplifting blend.
These are just a few suggestions on how to use Essential Oils through the winter months. There are many others that could benefit you.
Snuggle up in your slippers, get that hot chocolate on and fill your winter months with aromatic oils!