Chances are if you are reading this you are getting ready to go on holiday or at least thinking about it.
As an aromatherapy consultant of close to 20 years I never travel without essential oils. No matter how far I travel, I take at least 3 essential oils with me!
Why you may ask?
Firstly they are fantastic for first aid emergencies especially if you cannot get to a doctor straight away. Secondly I use them as a perfume, deodorant, body spray, insect repellent and disinfectant.
The 3 essential oils I have chosen to share with you are patchouli, lavender and
grapefruit.
Let’s take a look at each of these oils so that you can use them safely and with confidence on your holiday.
Lavender is one of the most widely used essential oils in the world and it is a first aid kit within itself!
The Main Properties of Lavender:
Anti-fungal, bactericidal, anti-viral, anti-septic, anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic analgesic and it is soothing and calming to the nervous system.
Lavender can be used for:
• Insect bites, mosquito bites, burns, cuts, scratches and bruising
• Headaches and pain management
• Anxiety, stress, restlessness, insomnia
Patchouli is another essential oil that can be used for a wide range of conditions.
The Main Properties of Patchouli:
Anti-infectious, anti-fungal, anti-septic, anti-inflammatory, calming, relaxing and excellent for wound healing especially open weeping wounds, anti-pruritic.
Patchouli can be used for:
• Insect bites, mosquito bites, all wounds
• Anxiety, stress, restlessness
• Deodorant
Grapefruit is another excellent oil to use for first aid while you are travelling.
The Main Properties of Grapefruit:
Anti-septic, immune booster, strengthening to the nervous system, energizing and very uplifting to the mind, moods and emotions.
Grapefruit can be used for:
• Jet lag, raising energy levels, mood enhancing
• Supports the immune and nervous systems
• Digestive problems e.g. bacterial infections, deodorant
Julie Nelson owner of Aromatique Essentials
Today I have almost 20 years experience as Holistic Practitioner, Aromatherapy Consultant, Aromatherapy Coach and product developer.
Having 13 years experience as a professional educator I was responsible for the design and delivery of Aromatherapy and Beauty programs for Australia’s leading natural therapies colleges.
My expertise has been featured in national publications like Pharmacy Trade, Pregnancy Magazine, Cleo, For Me, Body & Soul, Good Weekend, Sydney Morning Herald as well as health and beauty blogs and radio segments.
But essentially, I am an alchemist, healer and teacher. It is my divine calling. And I warmly invite you to experience the gift of my sacred mission.
Happy travelling!
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Comment On Three Essential, Essential Oils to Travel With
I’ve always loved lavender. Though I knew it was said to be soothing, and found it to be so, I didn’t realize it had so many healing properties! Thanks for the insights, and PS congrats on all the national recognition. Deserved!