Absolute Rose Aromatherapy Oil Recipe

Oh, well, just writing about love and being inspired by the rose, how can one not add an aromatherapy essential oil recipe to that?!! (I promise this will be the last Valentine Flavored article for the year)

Rose is named the most romantic flower, and for good reasons of course. Rose has been used and celebrated for ages for its romantic fragrance, it’s uplifting nature and its ability to charm a lover’s heart and more. While its romantic notions are most well known, rose also has the ability to create a sense of well-being & optimism where there was depression, irritability or sadness before.

Beyond these aphrodisiac, anti-depressant, balancing properties, the aromatherapy essential oil of rose (also called rose otto) is also anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory and astringent. Great for your skin; in particular, use it for swollen or irritated skin.

So, while rose has a distinct feminine character, rose is not just for women. It is very OK for men to use as well…

In the Fragonard parfume factories in Grasse, in the South of France last year I learned that it takes an enormous amount of flower pedals to make rose oil. This makes pure rose essential oil very expensive. Therefore, rose is most often found in a carrier oil of jojoba, which makes it suitable for direct applications on the skin. Personally, I love it as a face refresher and have it as a mist. It can be used as a massage oil or bath oil.

In general rose blends well with jasmine, neroli, patchouli, sandalwood, ylang ylang, geranium and frankincense. In other words, it blends well with a range of other supremely delicious fragrances….

Rose Oil Recipes

Let me offer you some essential aromatherapy oil blends along with some specific applications.

Luxurious Rose Perfume

Put a few drops of oil directly behind the ears, in the neck, on the heart, or on the pulse. Gently massage it in. Simple and effective.

‘Rejoice’ - Melancholy Lifting Rose Bath

Just add 15 drops of rose oil to a full bath tub. Soak and rejoice.

‘Sensual’ - Body Massage Aromatherapy Oil Blend

Start with a bottle of 30 ml unscented massage oil. Add 10-15 drops of rose with 3 drops of ylang ylang. For a stronger blend, add a few more drops of each. Ylang ylang is strong and should be used sparingly so that it does not overpower.

‘Beat the Blues’ - Body Massage Aromatherapy Oil Blend

Try this to combat feelings of sadness, depression, premenstrual or menopausal problems: add 10 drops of rose and 10 drops of neroli essential oil in a 30 ml unscented carrier oil.

The official name of the species from which rose oil is made is ‘Rosa damascena’.

Note

Some notes re. pregnancy and essential oil use: In general, do not use any essential oils during the first trimester of your pregnancy, and dilute all oils by half at other times of your pregnancy. Rose oil is actually beneficial during pregnancy as it is said to balance the reproductive systems. However, it should only be used after 6 months, as rose oil is an emmenagogues, meaning that it induces menstrual flow. Consult your retailer for specific usage instructions and care.

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Aromatherapy: Myrtle for bronchitis, coughs & other respiratory ailments

In my Reiki practice, nowadays I use healing incense or aromatherapy essential oil in an oil burner to complement the Reiki healing. Sometimes I use nothing, but that’s not very often.

Today my intuition suggested to use Myrtle for my private Reiki 1 attunement session, together with a pre-mixed blend for stress release (which also contains some myrtle as well as other oils).

Guess what? When my client student arrived, I learned that she had been plagued with allergies. And she’s been holding lots of tension in her body. Such joy. A perfect blend for her.

I usually use the Reiki energy, i.e. my inner-voice when I turn on the Reiki, to determine which essential oils are best for my clients to complement their treatments. Of course, I don’t have each and every oil in my cabinet, but it holds many of the commonly useful ones.

What’s nice about essential oils is that they can be very effectively used at home. I often refer clients to a local supplier with suggestions or even the name of an aromatherapy blend in hand. Aromatherapy is safe for most people, although many are commonly known to be inappropriate for pregnant women. At least always be cautious, read the fine print and consult the staff in your local aromatherapy store. For internal use, always consult a doctor.

When you are shopping for yourself while you are healthy, not on medication nor pregnant, you can let your own noise do the selection for you. Usually, what your body needs is attractive to you. So, if you are really liking the citrus flavors, you’re in for an energy boosting oil, etc. Each essential oil has its own therapeutic values. You can use blends to best address a common issues, such as headaches, or low energy levels.

Today I want to showcase myrtle, an essential oil that is versatile in its healing power.

“The Miracle of Myrtle”

Article by Mabel Dugmore

“Myrtle has been conventionally used to treat
coughs, bronchitis and other respiratory infections.”

“Myrtle is the nickname for a family of shrubs and trees collectively known as Myrtaceae. They are almost entirely located in tropical regions, particularly in America and Australia. Myrtle can be found in the Mediterranean, North Africa, and Iran as well.

The Tree

Myrtle is distinguished by evergreen leaves that contain aromatic volatile oils. Many varieties of myrtle produce flashy blossoms, gums, and resins. The tree produces black berries which, along with the leaves, are used particularly for aromatherapy.

Health Advantages of Myrtle
In as far back as ancient Greece, people cherished the application of myrtle. Greek athletes were said to have worn wreaths of evergreen myrtle leaves during the Olympics. Ancient civilizations believed that myrtle was a symbol of immortality, and they used it in love potions and as treatment for various ailments.

In the era of the Roman Empire, myrtle was used to treat urinary and respiratory ailments. Egyptians used the plant to treat nervous afflictions. French women drank tea made from crushed myrtle leaves, believing that it would help to preserve their youthful appearance and overall vigor. Some actually believed myrtle to hold a cure for cancer, but little evidence was found to prove the theory.

Myrtle has been conventionally used to treat coughs, bronchitis and other respiratory infections. The astringent properties of myrtle have also earned the reputation for promoting good digestion, treating urinary tract disorders, and preventing wound infections. Recent laboratory studies suggest that the herb contains anti-inflammatory substances, making it a viable astringent compound. This finding accounts for the plant’s enduring popularity as a wound and cough treatment.

There are other health benefits of myrtle. It is believed to be anti-infective, and can be used as a tonic to hasten the healing process. Healers in Middle Eastern countries have traditionally used myrtle as a treatment for diabetes.

The 1980s saw scientists putting the myrtle herb under the microscope in an attempt to identify the active ingredients that lends it its various medicinal properties. Results of one study indicated that extract from the herb can decrease blood sugar in mice. This explains the association associating myrtle with diabetes. However, there is still no concrete proof that the herb is safe to use and effective for people who have the disease.

Myrtle Extract

Myrtle extract is created from plant’s leaves and seeds. Most tests have shown positive results if the plant extract is taken orally and in liquid form. A standard dose is usually around one to two milliliters of the essential oil daily. Be sure that you ask your doctor first before taking it.

Although uncommon, topical myrtle extract formulations can also be used. Again, be sure to use this herbal treatment only under your doctor’s supervision.

There are two types of myrtle, and it’s important that you do not confuse the two. Myrtus communis is known as “true” myrtle, and is the plant described here. The other variety, called “Madagascar Myrtle” (Eugenia jambolana), is a completely different plant and has entirely different effects on the body.

Myrtle is believed to work well with other herbs and nutritional supplements. However, it should not be used if you are taking insulin or oral sulfonylureas. The herb may increase the levels of blood glucose, and reduce the effects of your medications.”

About ‘Miracle of Myrtle’:
Author Mabel Dugmore is an author for numerous well-known web sites on natural health product and doula services themes.