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16th December 2010, 05:27 PM
This was one of Old Herb Ladies threads back at the old GIM. With her permission I am reposting.
Now the funny thing is, is that everyone who posted on the original thread is a current poster at the forum.
(I, however, didn't post on the orginal thread.) The Nocturnal Egyptian had some nice links in there and some other good info. With TNE's permission, I will repost that.
50 uses for Essential Oils
1. For good smelling towels, sheets, clothes, etc. place a few drops
of your favorite essential oil onto a small piece of terry cloth and
toss into the clothes dryer while drying. Add 5 drops essential oil
to 1/4 cup fabric softener or water and place in the center cup of
the washer.
2. Potpourri which has lost its scent can be revived by adding a few
drops of essential oil.
3. Add a few drops of oil to water in a spray bottle and use as an
air freshener.
4. Add a few drops essential oil to a pan of water and simmer on
stove or in a potpourri pot.
5. To enjoy a scented candle, place a drop or two into the hot
melted wax as the candle bums.
6. To dispel household cooking odors, add a few drops of Clove oil
to a simmering pan.
7. For tired aching muscles or arthritis aches, mix 1 part Cinnamon,
Sage and Basil oil to 4 parts Sweet Almond or other vegetable oil
and use as a massage oil.
8. Ease headache pain by rubbing a drop of Rosemary or Lavender oil
onto the back of your neck.
9. To blend your own massage oil, add 3-5 drops of your favorite
essential oil to 1 oz. Sweet Almond or other skin- nourishing
vegetable oil.
10. Add 10 drops of essential oil to a box of cornstarch or baking
soda, mix very well, let set for a day or two and then sprinkle over
the carpets on your home. Let set for an hour or more, then vacuum.
11. To make a natural flea collar, saturate a short piece of cord or
soft rope with Pennyroyal or Tea Tree oil, roll up in a handkerchief
and tie loosely around the animal's neck.
12. Shoes can be freshened by either dropping a few drops of
Geranium essential oil directly into the shoes or by placing a
cotton ball dabbed with a few drops of Lemon oil into the shoes.
Athlete's foot? Tea Tree is great!
13. Put a few drops of your favorite essential oil on a cotton ball
and place it in your vacuum cleaner bag. Lemon and Pine are nice.
Rose Geranium helps with pet odors.
14. To fragrance your kitchen cabinets and drawers, place a good
scent dabbed on a cotton ball into an inconspicuous comer.
15. Are mice a problem? Place several drops of Peppermint oil on a
cotton ball and place at problem locations.
16. The bathroom is easily scented by placing oil-scented cotton
balls in inconspicuous places, or sprinkle oils directly onto silk
or dried flower arrangements or wreaths.
17. Apply true Lavender oil or Tea Tree oil directly to cuts,
scrapes or scratches. 1 or 2 drops will promote healing.
18. Homemade soaps are pleasant and offer therapeutic effects when
scented with essential oils. Use soaps which contain pure essential
oils.
19. Homemade sachets are more fragrant when essential oils are
blended with the flowers and herbs.
20. An essential oil dropped onto a radiator scent ring or light
bulb will not only fill the room with a wonderful fragrance, but
will also set a mood such as calming or uplifting. (Don't put
essential oil in the socket.)
21. A few drops of your favorite oil or blend in the rinse water of
your hand washables makes for pleasant results.
22. Anise oil has been used by fishermen for years. Use a drop or
two on the fingertips before baiting up. Anise covers up the human
scent that scares the fish away.
23. Essential oils or blends make wonderful perfumes. Create your
own personal essence! Add 25 drops to 1 oz of perfume alcohol and
allow to age for two weeks before using.
24. To dispel mosquitoes and other picnic pests, drop a few drops of
Citronella oil on the melted wax of a candle or place a few drops on
the Bar-B-Q hot coals.
25. 1 drop of Lemon essential oil applied directly to a wart is an
effective means of elimination. Apply the essential oil daily until
the wart is gone.
26. Rosemary promotes alertness and stimulates memory. Inhale
occasionally during long car trips and while reading or studying.
27. Selling your home? Fragrance sells! Fill the kitchen area with
the aroma of spices such as Clove, Cinnamon and Vanilla. Simmer a
few drops of the essential oil of Cinnamon, Nutmeg and other spices.
Geranium oil sprinkled throughout the home creates a warm, cheerful
and inviting mood. Add Cinnamon oil to furniture polish and wipe
down the wood.
28. Add essential oils to paper mache. The result is the creation of
a lovely aromatic piece of art.
29. Infuse bookmarks and stationery with essential oils. Place drops
of oil on paper and put them in a plastic bag. Seal it and leave
overnight to infuse the aroma. Send only good news in perfumed
letters.
30. Nock pillows, padded and decorative hangers make more memorable
gifts simply by putting a couple of drops of essential oil on them
before giving.
31. Overindulge last night? Essential oils of Juniper, Cedarwood,
Grapefruit, Lavender, Carrot, Fennel, Rosemary and Lemon help soften
the effects of a hangover. Make your own blend of these oils and use
a total of 6-8 drops in a bath.
32. Essential oils of Vetivert, Cypress, Cedarwood, Frankincense and
Myrrh all make wonderful firewood oil. Drop approximately 2-3 drops
of oil or blend of your choice on a dried log and allow time for the
oil to soak in before putting the log on the fire.
33. Flies and moths dislike Lavender oil. Sprinkle it on the outside
of your window frames.
34. Place 1 or 2 drops of sleep enhancing oils such as Chamomile,
Lavender or Neroli on your pillow before retiring for restful sleep.
35. When moving into a new home, first use a water spray containing
your favorite essential oils and change the odorous environment to
your own. Do this for several days until it begins to feel like your
space.
36. Ideal scents for the bedroom are Roman Chamomile, Geranium,
Lavender or Lemon.
37. One drop of Lemon essential oil on a soft cloth will polish
copper with a gentle buffing.
38. When washing out the fridge, freezer or oven, add 1 drop of
Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Bergamot, Tangerine or Orange essential oil
to the final rinse water.
39. For bums or scalds, drop Tea Tree oil directly on the effected
area.
40. Place 1 drop of Peppermint oil in 1/2 glass of water, sip slowly
to aid digestion and relieve upset stomach.
41. Use 1 drop of Chamomile oil on a washcloth wrapped ice cube to
relieve teething pain in children.
42. Six to eight drops of Eucalyptus oil in the bath cools the body
in summer and protects in winter.
43. Add 1 drop Geranium oil to your facial moisturizer to bring out
a radiant glow in your skin.
44. Place 1 or 2 drops of Rosemary on your hair brush before
brushing to promote growth and thickness.
45. When the flu is going around add a few drops of Thyme to your
diffuser or simmer in a pan on the stove.
46. To bring fever down, sponge the body with cool water to which 1
drop each of Eucalyptus, Peppermint and Lavender oils have been
added.
47. The blend of Lavender and Grapefruit oil is good for the office.
Lavender creates a calm tranquil atmosphere while Grapefruit
stimulates the senses and clears up stale air.
48. A blend of Geranium, Lavender and Bergamot alleviates anxiety
and depression. Use in a room diffuser or 6-8 drops of this blend in
the bath.
49. A wonderful massage blend for babies is 1 drop Roman Chamomile,
1 drop Lavender, 1 drop Geranium diluted in 2 Tablespoons Sweet
Almond oil.
50. 1 drop Peppermint oil diluted in 1 teaspoon vegetable oil rubbed
on the back of the neck helps to relieve headaches.
Now the funny thing is, is that everyone who posted on the original thread is a current poster at the forum.
(I, however, didn't post on the orginal thread.) The Nocturnal Egyptian had some nice links in there and some other good info. With TNE's permission, I will repost that.
50 uses for Essential Oils
1. For good smelling towels, sheets, clothes, etc. place a few drops
of your favorite essential oil onto a small piece of terry cloth and
toss into the clothes dryer while drying. Add 5 drops essential oil
to 1/4 cup fabric softener or water and place in the center cup of
the washer.
2. Potpourri which has lost its scent can be revived by adding a few
drops of essential oil.
3. Add a few drops of oil to water in a spray bottle and use as an
air freshener.
4. Add a few drops essential oil to a pan of water and simmer on
stove or in a potpourri pot.
5. To enjoy a scented candle, place a drop or two into the hot
melted wax as the candle bums.
6. To dispel household cooking odors, add a few drops of Clove oil
to a simmering pan.
7. For tired aching muscles or arthritis aches, mix 1 part Cinnamon,
Sage and Basil oil to 4 parts Sweet Almond or other vegetable oil
and use as a massage oil.
8. Ease headache pain by rubbing a drop of Rosemary or Lavender oil
onto the back of your neck.
9. To blend your own massage oil, add 3-5 drops of your favorite
essential oil to 1 oz. Sweet Almond or other skin- nourishing
vegetable oil.
10. Add 10 drops of essential oil to a box of cornstarch or baking
soda, mix very well, let set for a day or two and then sprinkle over
the carpets on your home. Let set for an hour or more, then vacuum.
11. To make a natural flea collar, saturate a short piece of cord or
soft rope with Pennyroyal or Tea Tree oil, roll up in a handkerchief
and tie loosely around the animal's neck.
12. Shoes can be freshened by either dropping a few drops of
Geranium essential oil directly into the shoes or by placing a
cotton ball dabbed with a few drops of Lemon oil into the shoes.
Athlete's foot? Tea Tree is great!
13. Put a few drops of your favorite essential oil on a cotton ball
and place it in your vacuum cleaner bag. Lemon and Pine are nice.
Rose Geranium helps with pet odors.
14. To fragrance your kitchen cabinets and drawers, place a good
scent dabbed on a cotton ball into an inconspicuous comer.
15. Are mice a problem? Place several drops of Peppermint oil on a
cotton ball and place at problem locations.
16. The bathroom is easily scented by placing oil-scented cotton
balls in inconspicuous places, or sprinkle oils directly onto silk
or dried flower arrangements or wreaths.
17. Apply true Lavender oil or Tea Tree oil directly to cuts,
scrapes or scratches. 1 or 2 drops will promote healing.
18. Homemade soaps are pleasant and offer therapeutic effects when
scented with essential oils. Use soaps which contain pure essential
oils.
19. Homemade sachets are more fragrant when essential oils are
blended with the flowers and herbs.
20. An essential oil dropped onto a radiator scent ring or light
bulb will not only fill the room with a wonderful fragrance, but
will also set a mood such as calming or uplifting. (Don't put
essential oil in the socket.)
21. A few drops of your favorite oil or blend in the rinse water of
your hand washables makes for pleasant results.
22. Anise oil has been used by fishermen for years. Use a drop or
two on the fingertips before baiting up. Anise covers up the human
scent that scares the fish away.
23. Essential oils or blends make wonderful perfumes. Create your
own personal essence! Add 25 drops to 1 oz of perfume alcohol and
allow to age for two weeks before using.
24. To dispel mosquitoes and other picnic pests, drop a few drops of
Citronella oil on the melted wax of a candle or place a few drops on
the Bar-B-Q hot coals.
25. 1 drop of Lemon essential oil applied directly to a wart is an
effective means of elimination. Apply the essential oil daily until
the wart is gone.
26. Rosemary promotes alertness and stimulates memory. Inhale
occasionally during long car trips and while reading or studying.
27. Selling your home? Fragrance sells! Fill the kitchen area with
the aroma of spices such as Clove, Cinnamon and Vanilla. Simmer a
few drops of the essential oil of Cinnamon, Nutmeg and other spices.
Geranium oil sprinkled throughout the home creates a warm, cheerful
and inviting mood. Add Cinnamon oil to furniture polish and wipe
down the wood.
28. Add essential oils to paper mache. The result is the creation of
a lovely aromatic piece of art.
29. Infuse bookmarks and stationery with essential oils. Place drops
of oil on paper and put them in a plastic bag. Seal it and leave
overnight to infuse the aroma. Send only good news in perfumed
letters.
30. Nock pillows, padded and decorative hangers make more memorable
gifts simply by putting a couple of drops of essential oil on them
before giving.
31. Overindulge last night? Essential oils of Juniper, Cedarwood,
Grapefruit, Lavender, Carrot, Fennel, Rosemary and Lemon help soften
the effects of a hangover. Make your own blend of these oils and use
a total of 6-8 drops in a bath.
32. Essential oils of Vetivert, Cypress, Cedarwood, Frankincense and
Myrrh all make wonderful firewood oil. Drop approximately 2-3 drops
of oil or blend of your choice on a dried log and allow time for the
oil to soak in before putting the log on the fire.
33. Flies and moths dislike Lavender oil. Sprinkle it on the outside
of your window frames.
34. Place 1 or 2 drops of sleep enhancing oils such as Chamomile,
Lavender or Neroli on your pillow before retiring for restful sleep.
35. When moving into a new home, first use a water spray containing
your favorite essential oils and change the odorous environment to
your own. Do this for several days until it begins to feel like your
space.
36. Ideal scents for the bedroom are Roman Chamomile, Geranium,
Lavender or Lemon.
37. One drop of Lemon essential oil on a soft cloth will polish
copper with a gentle buffing.
38. When washing out the fridge, freezer or oven, add 1 drop of
Lemon, Lime, Grapefruit, Bergamot, Tangerine or Orange essential oil
to the final rinse water.
39. For bums or scalds, drop Tea Tree oil directly on the effected
area.
40. Place 1 drop of Peppermint oil in 1/2 glass of water, sip slowly
to aid digestion and relieve upset stomach.
41. Use 1 drop of Chamomile oil on a washcloth wrapped ice cube to
relieve teething pain in children.
42. Six to eight drops of Eucalyptus oil in the bath cools the body
in summer and protects in winter.
43. Add 1 drop Geranium oil to your facial moisturizer to bring out
a radiant glow in your skin.
44. Place 1 or 2 drops of Rosemary on your hair brush before
brushing to promote growth and thickness.
45. When the flu is going around add a few drops of Thyme to your
diffuser or simmer in a pan on the stove.
46. To bring fever down, sponge the body with cool water to which 1
drop each of Eucalyptus, Peppermint and Lavender oils have been
added.
47. The blend of Lavender and Grapefruit oil is good for the office.
Lavender creates a calm tranquil atmosphere while Grapefruit
stimulates the senses and clears up stale air.
48. A blend of Geranium, Lavender and Bergamot alleviates anxiety
and depression. Use in a room diffuser or 6-8 drops of this blend in
the bath.
49. A wonderful massage blend for babies is 1 drop Roman Chamomile,
1 drop Lavender, 1 drop Geranium diluted in 2 Tablespoons Sweet
Almond oil.
50. 1 drop Peppermint oil diluted in 1 teaspoon vegetable oil rubbed
on the back of the neck helps to relieve headaches.