Here’s a tonic for tired, sore, chapped, calloused feet. This cream may also be applied to insect bites, or other areas of the body that can tolerate the icy-hot sensation of peppermint.

Directions:

Make essential oil blend at least 3 – 5 days ahead of time. Place Shea butter in large glass bowl and, using the back of a large spoon, mash until it breaks down; slowly add all other ingredients to Shea butter and mix until oils are well blended. (Note, leaving your Shea in the sun for 30 minutes …

* 4 oz jojoba oil
* 10-20 ml Borage Seed oil
* 12 drops lavender essential oil
* 12 drops roman or german chamomile essential oil

* 15 ml Hypericum (St. John’s Wort)
* 4 drops German Chamomile in Jojoba
* 2 drops Eucalyptus Radiata
* 2 drops Marjoram
* 2 drops Rosemary

Apply mixture to affected area as needed.

* 8 drops Frankincense or Myrrh
* 14 drops Lavender
* 3 drops Neroli

Combine essential oils 2 Fl. oz. (50 ML) of Olive Oil, Grapeseed Oil or Sweet Almond Oil. Apply several drops to face and neck every evening before bed.

The below blends can help during times of fear. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

Blend #1 – Suited for Times When You Also Need to Be Energized

* 3 drops Grapefruit
* 2 drops Bergamot

Blend #2 – Suitable for Times When You Need To Be Relaxed and Calm

* 2 drops Clary Sage
* 2 drops Roman Chamomile
* 1 drop Vetiver

Blend #3

* 3 drops Sandalwood
* 2 drops Orange

Blend #4

* 2 drops Jasmine or …

Equal amounts applied over infected area 3 times daily:

* Tea Tree
* Lavender
* Thyme

Or…

Tea Tree – apply 1 neat drop over the infected area 3 times a day unitl it’s clear. Should take no more than 10 days.

After that, apply an oil composed of:

* 30 drops Tea Tree
* 2 Tbsp Vegetable oil.

Rub over the area daily for 7-10 days.

Tis the season for trips to the beach, picnics in the park, and enjoying the great outdoors. There is also a price to be paid for our summertime frolics. Too much fun in the sun can cause sunburn; too many barbecues can upset the stomach; and pesky flying insects abound.

Aromatherapy is the fun and holistic use of plant essential oils to treat and balance the body, mind and spirit. These oils are a natural way to minimize the effects of our Houston summer. A few ways that E/O are helpful …

The below blends can help during times of loneliness. When selecting and using oils, be sure to follow all safety precautions and remember that aromatherapy should not be used as a substitute for proper medical treatment.

Blend #1

* 1 drop Rose
* 2 drops Frankincense
* 2 drops Bergamot

Blend #2

* 2 drops Bergamot
* 3 drops Clary Sage

Blend #3

* 3 drops Bergamot
* 2 drops Roman Chamomile

Blend #4

* 2 drops Frankincense
* 3 drops Clary Sage

Directions: Select one of the blends shown above. Then, choose which method you’d like to use the blend – diffuser, bath …