Recipes

Achy Cold Season Lotion

Support the body during cold and flu season.

This remarkable blend is specially formulated to discourage occasional germs that bombard us during the cold and flu season. These oils will help you feel better in no time.

Ingredients

5 drops of Spike Lavender Oil

4 drops of Palmarosa Oil

4 drops of Lemongrass Oil

3 drops of Tea Tree Oil

3 drops of Melissa Oil

2 fl ozs of Lotion - Unscented

Supplies

1 glass jar (2 fl-oz)

Directions

STEP 1

Blend the essential oils in 2 fl oz of unscented lotion.

STEP 2

Rub the blend on your throat, chest, and feet 3 - 5 times a day or as needed.

Safety and dilution

This blend was created at a 2% dilution. Because this recipe contains spike lavender, please use with caution with those who are epileptic or pregnant. We also recommend a small patch test to ensure there is no skin sensitivity.

Kid safety: This blend should be used cautiously with kids under 10.

Shelf Life

The ingredient with the shortest shelf life remaining becomes the shelf life of the entire blend.

AUTHOR

Karen Williams

President, Aromatherapy & Sourcing

<div>Karen first learned of Aromatics International during her extensive studies with the Aromahead Institute. She had worked as a registered nurse for more than 35-years and wanted to enrich her career by pursuing her passion for plant-based medicine and natural wellness. After decades of continued study, Karen enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience with the aromatherapy community. <br><br>As our president, lead aromatherapist and product-sourcer, Karen keeps the Aromatics International vision alive. She works with small distillers around the world to offer high-quality, sustainable, organic, and wildcrafted products and share their benefits with our ever-growing community.</div>