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Unlock the Power of Nature: The Surprising Benefits of Incorporating Essential Oils into Your Daily Routine

Essential oils have been used for centuries for their healing properties and to promote overall wellness. Today, more and more people are turning to these natural remedies for everything from stress relief to skin care. In this blog post, we will explore the many benefits of using essential oils in their daily lives and the reasons why you should incorporate them into your daily routine.

First and foremost, essential oils are incredibly versatile. They can be used in a variety of ways, including aromatherapy, massage, and topical application. This makes them an easy and convenient option for incorporating into your daily routine. For example, you can add a few drops of lavender oil to your bathwater to promote relaxation and calm before bedtime. Or, you can use peppermint oil to help clear your sinuses and alleviate headaches making these natural remedies perfect for every day use.

Another benefit of essential oils is that they are all natural and free from harsh chemicals. Conventional over-the-counter medications and beauty products often contain harsh chemicals that can harm the skin and body. Essential oils, on the other hand, are derived from plants and are completely natural. This means they are gentler on the skin and body and are less likely to cause irritation or allergic reactions.

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Essential oils also have a wide range of therapeutic benefits. For example, lavender oil is known for its calming and relaxing properties, making it a great choice for reducing stress and anxiety. Peppermint oil, on the other hand, is known for its ability to alleviate headaches and clear the sinuses, making it a popular choice for treating colds and flu. Other essential oils, such as tea tree oil, are known for their antibacterial and anti-fungal properties, making them an excellent choice for treating skin conditions such as acne.

One of the reasons essential oils are so popular is because they can easily be used in the home. They can be diffused into the air to create a soothing and relaxing atmosphere, or they can be added to homemade cleaning solutions to give them a fresh and natural scent. Essential oils can also be used in cooking, adding a unique and natural flavour to dishes.

Another benefit of using essential oils is that they are relatively inexpensive. A small bottle of essential oil will last for months, even with daily use, making them a cost-effective option for incorporating into your daily routine.

In conclusion, essential oils are a natural, versatile, and cost-effective option for promoting overall wellness and improving your daily routine. Whether you are looking for stress relief, skincare, or a natural cleaning solution, essential oils have something to offer. Incorporating essential oils into your daily routine is a simple and easy way to improve your overall health and well-being.

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30 January 2023
Infusing herbs

Herbal infused oil

Herbal infused oils are base oils (e.g. sunflower, olive, grapeseed etc etc) that have had herbs soaked in them for a period of time.

Some medicinal qualities of the herbs infuse into the oils.

These are then used topically, on the outside of the body, as a rub.

Infused oils keep for long period of time, usually 1-2 years.

Choosing your herbs

Some herbs are only seasonal for a few weeks or months, so if you infuse them into oils when they are at their peak, they can be used all year round.

Infused oils are also more convenient to use, they are ‘ready to go’.

Common infused oils include calendula, Lavender, chamomile and Daisy’s . You can research what herbs are good for what. There is lots of information out there

Using oil to infuse herbs also adds warming properties that stimulate and soothe the body part when rubbed on.

Infused oils can also be used in other recipes: massage oil, bath oil, balms, ointments and creams.

The sun method

The method I use is a simple one which is known as The Sun method .

This traditional method allows the herb to steep in the sunlight over a period of time, usually 4-8 weeks.

Pros: enables all the constituents of the plant to thoroughly infuse the oil in the most traditional, heat-free and gentle method without the hassle of having to attend to a pan for hours such as with the heated pan method.

Cons: Though quick to start off, this takes time, and the lack of British sunshine can be frustrating (though bright days are sufficient).

I have taken this information from handmadeapothecary.co.uk

Which oils are best?

Which oils can be used?

Any carrier oil can be used to infuse herbs.

Here are some common examples:

• Sunflower oil – cheap and fairly neutral in scent and often comes from Europe, so more ‘local’ to UK buyers. For body rather than face use.

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• Rapeseed oil/Canola oil – cheap and neutral in scent. Also a more ‘local’ oil for UK buyers. For body rather than face use.

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• Olive oil – cheap, nourishing and good for those with nut/seed allergies. Thick, more moisturising for dry skin, slight scent. For body rather than face use.

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• Almond oil – for dry and sensitive skins, light scent. More expensive than the first two. Suitable for face.

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• Grapeseed oil – for oily skins, light and easily absorbed. More expensive than the first two. Suitable for face.

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• Jojoba oil – for all skin types, including oily. Matches natural skin sebum and therefore great for facial use.

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• Butters: In the UK shea, cocoa and coconut oil/butters are solid on purchase, with a consistency like very firm butter. When infusing butters, it is therefore best to use the heating methods to melt them to get the herb in. Once strained and cooled, butters also make a ‘cheat’s ointment’ suitable for vegans who avoid beeswax.

What you will need

What you need:

• Good quality oil, such as vegetable or olive oil

• Quantity of your chosen fresh or dried herbs, e.g. lavender, chamomile , marigolds, rose petals, thyme, St. Johns Wort (use fresh herb here)

• Clear glass jar or a wide mouthed bottle

Method

Fill a container half way with your dried herbs.

Cover them over with the oil, shaking slightly to get rid of air bubbles and ensure all plant material is covered. Any material sticking out of oil may go mouldy so press it down and use a small ramekin or glass marbles.

Place on the lid.

If you do choose to use fresh herbs, tie a piece of muslin over the mouth of the jar to allow any water to escape.

Leave the jar in a sunny place and shake slightly every day for 2-4 weeks until the herb has infused the oil, you will know this because it should take on a colour. E.g. you will find calendula oil will take on a golden hue, St. Johns wort will turn a ruby red, and rose oil will infuse a deliciously scented pink.

Old herbs can be strained out at this point and replaced with fresh to obtain a stronger oil. This would be the case especially for rose petals.

Make it stronger

Strain into a sterilised glass container.

Label and date.

Cautions

Caution:

NEVER take infused herbs internally (that is, eating or drinking them). When using FRESH HERBS and oil, a toxic bacteria called botulism can grow in the anaerobic (oxygen-free) conditions of an infused oil and cause fatal poisoning if eaten.

Don’t worry about using it on the outside though: Infused oils are perfectly safe to use ON the body as long as the user is not sensitive/allergic to any ingredients.

I hope you’ve found this infuriation as useful as I have.

I tend to make some balms with my oils; they also make great gifts. Keep an eye out for some recipes in the future

1 May 2022