Aromatherapy Tips
We've started this page so we can all share our tips. We will choose the best tip each month and the person submitting the winning tip will earn themselves a £5.00 gift voucher.
Here is our list of tips and if you have more you can think of please send them in and you may be in with a chance of winning the £5.00 voucher. To submit or comment on the tips please contact us by clicking here.
We will just show your initial, surname and date with the tip on the website.
Good luck and thank you !
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APRIL 2012 TIPS
Top Tip: I have just begun experimenting with essential oils, taking it slowly but steadily falling more and more in love with them and the whole process of discovering the attributes and healing properties of each oil, it is so much fun! So far I have been very cautious because the oils are so potent today I decided I would try a massage blend, to do this I needed an appropriate dish, so I did what any sensible young lady would do I hit the charity shops and returned home with four beautiful saucers, two very elegant glass saucers, perfect for massage blends and two saucers I could not resist because they were so lovely, all of which cost under £5 (a bargain as well as being extremely practical) and they make great decoration. If you keep you're massage blend in a glass bottle you can pour a little into a dish for easy use, I would only pour out what I planned on using and would not recommend leaving massage blends out, or reusing what has been left in a dish for obvious reasons.
Submitted by F Vick, 21st April 2012
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I place a few drops of lemon essential oil into the water compartment of my steam mop before use. When I mop the floors it has a lovely aroma.
Submitted by Kelly, Norwich 28th April 2012 - APRIL'S WINNING TIP!
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MARCH 2012 TIPS
Here's my aromatherapy tip: I use neat Lavender oil on cold sores as soon as I feel the tingle - it can stop them in their tracks if you put it on quick enough and its gentle enough to put on as many times as necessary throughout the day.
Submitted by Carol Green, 5th March 2012 - MARCH'S WINNING TIP
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FEBRUARY 2012 TIPS
For those who make their own creams. If your face cream came out very rich/heave/sticky - don't through it way. I found that there are several ways in using such cream.
1. Use it as a mask. Apply a thick layer of your rich cream, massage your face gently and leave cream for 15-20 minutes (perhaps add 1 drop of essential oil of your choice before applying). Take a face cloth and immerse it in hot (boiled water would be the best for purity) and cover your face for couple of minutes. Then you can use this cloth to wipe the rest of the cream away;
2. You can apply a little to your face in the morning as part of your daily skincare routine - wait for 10-15 minutes and then use a cosmetic tissue to absorb the rest of the cream;
3. Or after applying cream, massage your face gently, wait 10-15 minutes and then spray aromatic floral water on your face and pat dry with a tissue or cotton wool/bud - enjoy the salon feeling; - FEBRUARY'S WINNING TIP!
4. Simply use it as a hand cream.
Submitted by Marina, 6th February 2012
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DECEMBER 2011 TIPS
To avoid spreading the infection caused by cold germs around your house you can use the following essential oils in the oil burner: eucalyptus blue gum, thyme, lemon, peppermint, ginger, peppermint rosemary, hyssop, lavender, cinnamon. You can also fumigate your bedroom (by using the milder oils such as myrtle, lavender or marjoram) but don't leave the oil burner unattended.
Submitted by Marina, 1st December 2011 - DECEMBER'S WINNING TIP!
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NOVEMBER 2011 TIPS
If you have rat or mice problems, put a few drops of peppermint onto come cotton wool balls and place in the area for an excellent repellent. Works every time !
Submitted by Nick G, 3rd November 2011
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Today I blended 3 drops of orange oil and 3 drops of cinnamon leaf oil to make a fantastically Christmassy home fragrance for my burner - it smelt amazing!
Submitted by Miranda Webber 29th November 2011. NOVEMBER'S WINNING TIP!
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OCTOBER 2011 TIPS
When making your body oils or facial serums add about 5% - 10% wheatgerm oil - it will add extra properties to your oil as well as prevent your body oil or facial mixture from going rancid quickly. It can also be added to balms or ointments as well. That is because wheatgerm oil is packed with Vitamin E.
Submitted by Marina, 13th October 2011 - OCTOBER'S WINNING TIP!
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SEPTEMBER 2011 TIPS
Tip for those who use oils for hair:
Once you are about to wash the oil off apply neat shampoo first. I find that liquid black african soap works the best for this purpose. Whilst in the shower spread your shampoo evenly on your hair and then start adding water bit by bit until you can easily lather your shampoo and then don't rinse straight away but wait a minute or so, so that shampoo can absorb most of the oil. Rinse well. Then repeat as you would usually wash your hair.
For those who uses neem oil (for example, I make the following oil for hair: coconut oil, neem and then any rich oil of your choice). When rinsing hair for the second time add several drops of any aromatic essential oils (or essential oil suitable for your type of hair) to your shampoo (liquid castille is the best) and lather as usual. Rinse well.
I put quite a few drops of essential oils in the bottle of shampoo and it really gets rid of the smell caused by neem.
Submitted by Marina, 1st September 2011.
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JUNE 2011 TIPS
"Clove oil applied with a cotton bud to toothache does give temporary relief from discomfort."
Submitted by V Pritchard, Norwich, 28th June 2011 - JUNE'S WINNING TIP !
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MARCH 2011 TIPS
Tired cold aching feet from this harsh winter? I love filling a bowl with hot water and adding a few drops of lime and ginger essential oils to it, for a warm invigorating treat.
Submitted by Lisa Geldard, Swansea, 18th March 2011 - MARCH'S WINNING TIP !
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FEBRUARY 2011 TIPS
Use a little Avocado oil mixed with Olive oil and massage into the scalp daily to stimulate the hair follicles. This also stimulates the blood flow and helps you to feel relaxed.
Submitted by Sophie Barnes, 28th February 2011 - FEBRUARY'S WINNING TIP!
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DECEMBER 2010 TIPS
Rather than carrying around paracetamol for headaches, I blend grapeseed and 1 drop of peppermint oil and pour into a rollette. When I feel a headache coming on, I dab on temples.
Germaine Reilly, submitted 12th December 2010 - DECEMBER'S WINNING TIP!
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OCTOBER 2010 TIPS
Add 3-4 drops of lemon essential oil to your water in the iron, not only does it work like ironing water but it also lifts your sprit whilst doing those household chores, you could add any oil of your choice.
Lisa Geldard from Swansea, submitted 3rd October 2010 - OCTOBER'S WINNING TIP !
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SEPTEMBER 2010 TIPS
When your 5ml bottles of precious oils are empty remove the stopper and fill them with a carrier oil and leave for a day or two. The remaining essential oil or absolute will mix with the carrier giving you a 1 or 2% blend to use in the bath or add to a blend. The stopper can also be cleaned in an egg cup with some carrier oil.
Kind regards
James Russell, 20th September 2010 - SEPTEMBER'S WINNING TIP !
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Add 3 or 4 drops of lavender to play dough for toddlers to play with before nap or bedtime, to help them relax, and you too if you feeling stressed, just get the play dough out at times of toddler stress!
Elizabeth Rawes, 17/09/2010
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To make your fridge smell nicer and fresh, apply on a little barbecue charcoal just one drop tea tree oil then place it into the fridge somewhere in a little container. You will soon see the results.
Matthew, 16th September 2010.
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AUGUST 2010 TIPS
To keep flies out of the bin (they love getting in with the thrown out bits of salad etc.), I place a couple of drops of geranium essential oil on a bit of kitchen towel and place in the bin liner at the bottom of the bin when changing the liner. This has proved totally effective in my country kitchen! It is also better than citronella and tea tree for keeping the bugs at bay - especially as we live near non-flowing farm water irrigation channels and gets lots of mossies - so we use geranium oil to steer them away!
Submitted by Jo Head from a Barn in deep Suffolk countryside! 11th August 2010. - AUGUST'S WINNING TIP !
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Men's sweat makes clothes stink, particularly if not washed straight away. My husband always adds 1-2 cups white vinegar in the washing, and a few drops of a anti-bacterial, cleansing, strong-scented essential oil like petitgrain or eucalyptus as 'softener'. The tops he uses to run or play squash always come out or the washing smelling divine, and keep a light scent even after dry!
Submitted by Andrea P. 15/08/2010.
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I have had skin flaps on my neck for years and I thought the only method of removal was surgery. Wrong!!
I applied Tea Tree Oil a few times and within a couple of weeks they have all gone!
So thrilled!!
Violet King. Submitted 1st August 2010.
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JUNE 2010 TIPS
When having a BBQ, put a few drops of Citronella essential oil in the coals to keep the bugs away.
Submitted by S.D Wood, 10th June 2010 - JUNE'S WINNING TIP !
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A face oil made from a mixture of 5 drops Eucalyptus oil, 5 drops Clary Sage oil, 5 drops of White Thyme oil, 5 drops of Egyptian Geranium oil, 5 drops of Bergamot oil, 15 drops of Lavender oil in 25mls Grapeseed oil and 5mls of Carrot Tissue oil.
This has revolutionised my beauty regime! It really moisturises without leaving my skin greasy.
Submitted by S Cook 14/06/2010.
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Make a herbal anti tick collar by putting a few drops of Eucalyptus oil, Tea Tree oil, Citronella oil, Lavender oil or Geranium oil to absorb into a bandana.
Will help keep the ticks and fleas at bay.
Submitted by Nancy Monk 15/06/2010.
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MAY 2010 TIPS
If you suffer from fatigue, try carrying round a bottle of Lavender with you. Inhaling straight from the bottle really does help.
Submitted by Sandra Byrne, 20th May 2010 - MAY'S WINNING TIP!
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APRIL 2010 TIPS
After a long hot Summer's day (lets hope so). add a couple of drops of Peppermint oil to a foot bath to soothe and revive your feet.
Submitted by R. Catchpole, 30th April 2010. APRIL'S WINNING TIP!
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JANUARY'S TIPS
The celebrities say the scent of Grapefruit essential oil can help our enzymes which can aid weight loss !
Submitted by R.Richardson, 12th January 2010. JANUARY'S WINNING TIP!
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DECEMBER'S TIPS
I was given a pot of organic coconoil together with the leaflet explaining all the uses of the coconut oil.
Just after Christmas my hands and fingers flared up with red, flaky and sore areas of skin (all the Christmas washing up!). I applied the gorgeous smelling oil twice a day and by day three, my hands were almost clear. I was so pleased what a wonderful product.
Thank you.
Submitted by J.Thomas, 31st December 2009. - DECEMBER'S WINNING TIP!
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NOVEMBER'S TIPS
Place 2-3 drops of Lemongrass essential oil in your shoes or trainers to neutralise odours.
Submitted by Carol Davis, Cardiff, 18th November 2009. - NOVEMBER'S WINNING TIP!
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OCTOBER'S TIPS
For a perfect smell for your home during the winter months, mix 2 drops of cinnamon with 4 drops of orange essential oil in an oil burner. The two oils together compliment each other beautifully.
V Pritchard, 31st October 2009 - OCTOBER'S WINNING TIP!
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SEPTEMBER'S TIPS
Add a couple of drops of geranium essential oil to a glass of warm water and gargle to relieve sore throat symptoms. You can do the same with Tea Tree oil (this is a safer option for children who can't get the hang of gargling).
Rachel Catchpole, 30th September 2009 - SEPTEMBER'S WINNING TIP!
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AUGUST'S TIPS
Put about 5 drops of essential oil - pine or rosemary are wonderful - on a lightly crumpled tissue and place it in your empty vacuum cleaner bag. It adds a whole new dimension to housework and makes the house smell gorgeous.
Holly Haig, 24th August 2009 - AUGUST'S WINNING TIP!
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JULY'S TIPS
Place a piece of cotton wool or tie a hankie on the fan wire frame and put a couple of drops of chamomile or lavender essential oil on it to help the little one's settle at night !
Sarah Wood, 31st July 2009. - JULY'S WINNING TIP!
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JUNE'S TIPS
Make you're own exfoliator:
use ground almonds and a base oil (e.g. peach) in a jar and add a few drops of your favourite essential oils for a lovely smell...
use under the shower for lovely smooth skin.
Dominika Phillips, 23rd June 2009.
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Here's my laundry tip. I put 2 or 3 drops of uplifting essential oil, orange or ylang ylang on a clean sock or old face flannel and place it in the wash along with a load. JUNE'S WINNING TIP !
I sometimes also add a few drops of lavender oil on an old pillowcase for the last few minutes the clothes are in the dryer.
Niki, 26th June 2009.
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MAY'S TIPS
I always put 2-4 drops of Lavender (or mixture of Lavender and Chamomile) essential oils on the cotton balls and put inside my kids' wardrobe or drawer. Works well for a good night sleep!
CK Koong, 5th May 2009. MAY'S WINNING TIP !
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I use a mixture of
Thyme oil
Cinnamon oil and
Clove oil
I mix with a cup of steaming water and inhale
Its fabulous for sinus clearing.
T. Aird, 27th May 2009.
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APRIL'S TIPS
1. I make my own multi purpose cleaner, into a spray bottle I put water, a small amount of white vinegar, the I add a few drops of essential oil to mask the smell of the vinegar, this can be used on windows, tiles, I use it everywhere.
2. I add a few drops of essential oil to a tissue and slip it into my pillow case at night especially lavender. - APRIL'S WINNING TIP !
3. I add a few drops of essential oil to a cloth and slip it behind the radiators when they are on, the rooms smell lovely.
Linda Kemshell, 20th April 2009.
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When using essential oils in the bath, mix the oils with c.4 fl.oz. of milk [use soya millk if Vegan]. this ensures even distribution and quick absorption rather than dissipation via hot water.
Jon Chadwick, 23rd April 2009.
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MARCH'S TIPS
Put a few drops of essential oil in your shower tray before you shower and you get the scent as you shower a super quick fix for busy mornings! MARCH'S WINNING TIP !
J Hope, 2nd March 2009.
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FEBRUARY'S TIPS
1. I always sprinkle a few drops of essential oil onto a small square of cloth or kitchen roll and place in my hoover.
2. Use your favourite scent or something like tea tree which will blitz germs in the air as you clean.
3. I also like to make my own eco friendly carpet cleaner with a mixture of salt, bicarb and a few drops of essential oil. Sprinkle, and leave for ten minutes before hoovering. - FEBRUARY'S WINNING TIP !
Best Wishes, L Birch, 17th February 2009.
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JANUARY'S WINNING TIP
Revitalise scented wooden balls with a little Lavender mixed with a carrier oil. When dry they can be placed near a radiator to freshen the air or put in a cloth bag to go in with clothes.
Submitted by H.Robbins, 28th January 2009.
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DECEMBER'S WINNING TIP
Put a few drops of Litsea Cubeba essential oil in your hoover bag to help you feel uplifted whilst hoovering!
Submitted by Rachel C.
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