Recipes

Open Breathing Oil

These remarkable essential oils work to effectively support healthy lung and sinus function.

Whether you're dealing with allergies or a cold or flu, this blend is so helpful for opening up the airways, helping you breathe easier!

Ingredients

5 drops of Frankincense Oil

5 drops of Angelica Root Oil

4 drops of Siberian Fir Oil

3 drops of Ravintsara Oil

1 fl oz of Jojoba Oil

Supplies

1 glass bottle with coned cap (1 fl-oz)

Directions

STEP 1

Add the essential oils to 1 fl oz of jojoba.

STEP 2

Cap the bottle and shake gently to blend.

STEP 3

Apply to the chest and upper back as needed to expand breathing. Place hands over nose and breathe deeply after applying.

Safety and dilution

This blend was created at a 3% dilution. For asthmatics, we recommend gently smelling the caps of each oil before blending to ensure the oils do not cause any negative reaction. We also recommend a small patch test to ensure there is no skin sensitivity . Please use caution if the area you apply the blend to comes into contact with the sun as angelica root is phototoxic.

Kid safety: Safe for kids 10 and over.

Shelf Life

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

AUTHOR

Jennifer Williams

Lead Educator & Content Creator

Jenny has always had a passion for learning and teaching. She spent years as a high school English teacher, helping people learn new skills, and developing a classroom culture built on trust and collaboration. On a trip to a distillery in Provence, France, Jenny decided to devote herself to aromatherapy after watching distillers transform pink roses into stunning essential oil and hydrosol; and being moved by their passion. She earned her aromatherapy certification at the Aromahead Institute and joined the team at Aromatics International as a co-owner, content creator, and educator. Jenny also serves as an Instructor at the Aromahead Institute.