Thursday, December 9, 2010

Essential Oils - Winter Blah Blends



Are you one of those that can't wait until spring is here? Are the days too short and do you feel tired most of the time? I grew up in Sweden where the days were dark and short, and many felt depressed during the long dark winters. Here are some blends you can try out if you need to get rid of the winter blahs.


Winter Blah 1
Grapefruit essential oils: 6 drops
Bergamot essential oil: 6 drops
Lime essential oil: 6 drops
Ginger essential oil: 4 drops
Sandalwood essential oil: 2 drops

Blend the oils and use in a diffuser or atomizer. This blend can also be added to the bath water but only 5-6 drops maximum.


Winter Blah 2
Grapefruit essential oil: 8 drops
Ginger essential oil: 4 drops
Lemongrass essential: 3 drops
Cypress essential oil: 3 drops
Cardamom essential oil: 1-2 drops

Blend all the oils and use in a diffuser or atomizer..It can also be added to bath water..
For more tips on how to make the day more enjoyable, read my post Do you have a hard time at work? for some tips on how you can essential oils to your day at work. Increase concentration, focus, motivation and alertness with essential oils.






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