Essential-Oil-Guide

Base oils, or carrier oils, are vegetable oils that are used to dilute essential oils so that they can be safely applied to the skin. It is necessary to do this because essential oils are so concentrated that they can discolor or irritate the skin otherwise. See other Essential Oil Safety Tips .

Here is a listing of many carrier oils with some of their properties.

These essential oil massage recipes are known to promote a calming tranquility. Enjoy!

Instructions:

Mix with 4 tsp (20 ml) of a carrier oil and massage into the skin.

Recipe 1

• German Chamomile - 3 drops
• Lavender - 5 drops
• Bergamot - 4 drops

Recipe 2

• Lavender - 4 drops
• Clary Sage - 4 drops
• Melissa - 4 drops

Recipe 3

• Neroli- 6 drops
• Geranium- 3 drops
• Ylang Ylang- 3 drops

Recipe 4

• Myrrh - 5 drops
• Rose - 5 drops
• Rosewood - 2 drops

Recipe 5

• Petitgrain- 5 drops
• Jasmine - 4 drops
• Sweet Orange - 3 drops

These essential oil massage recipes are great for athletes before or after exercise or for those with really tight muscles.

Instructions:

Mix with 4 tsp (20 ml) of a carrier oil and massage into the skin.

Recipe 1

• Rosemary - 4 drops
• Lavender - 4 drops
• Marjoram - 4 drops

Recipe 2

• Thyme - 5 drops
• Lemon - 4 drops
• Black Pepper - 3 drops

Recipe 3

• Manuka - 5 drops
• Juniper - 4 drops
• Grapefruit - 3 drops

Recipe 4

• Clary Sage - 5 drops
• Black Pepper - 4 drops
• Lemongrass - 3 drops

Recipe 5

• Lemon - 5 drops
• Rosemary - 4 drops
• Peppermint - 3 drops

Use these essential oil recipes to calm and soothe your skin after a bug bite.

Instructions:

You can apply these insect relief recipes to the bite every few hours as needed for relief of itching and stinging.

Recipe 1

• Aloe Vera Gel - 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
• Geranium - 5 drops

Recipe 2

• Borage - 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
• Juniper Berries - 2 drops
• Tea Tree - 2 drops
• Lemon - 1 drop

Recipe 3

• Aloe Vera Gel - 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
• Chamomile - 5 drops

Recipe 4

• Flaxseed - 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
• Sweet Basil - 2 drops
• Lemon - 2 drops
• Marjoram - 1 drop

Recipe 5

• Sesame - 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
• Juniper Berries - 2 drops
• Sweet Basil - 2 drops
• Lime - 1 drop

Recipe 6

• Aloe Vera Gel - 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
• Lavender - 5 drops

Essential Oils are great for promoting strong, shiny hair and a healthy scalp. Find your hair type below and choose a formula for wonderful results.