Methods of Use - 3
| Clothing |
1-2 drops
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Only use this method on clothing that is not valuable to you. Put the neat essential oils on cuffs - where it can be raised to the nose when desired - or on a collar or scarf around the neck, from where the aroma will gently rise to the nose. Viscous and coloured essential oils leave a stain, so avoid oils such as myrrh, benzoin, rose maroc and chamomile (blue). |
| Tissue or Handkerchief |
1-2 drops
|
Put the essential oil on a tissue or cotton handkerchief, put it in the pocket, and take out and inhale when needed. |
| Room Sprays | 6-10 drops |
Use a new plant-mister, put in half a pint (250 mls) of warm water, with quarter teaspoon salt, and the essential oils, and shake well. Spray high into the air , avoiding polished wood surfaces and materials that could be damaged by either water or essential oil. |
| Fires | 1 drop per log or piece of wood |
Prepare wood for the fire by putting the essential oil on each log or piece of wood. leave for at least one hour before putting on the fire. Take care as the essential oils are flammable.
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| Incense | 3-5 drops |
Essential oils can be added to fragrant twigs, incense cones, incense sticks or to the granule-type of incense that is placed on charcoal. Leave to dry before use, as essential oils are flammable |
| Vision Pillows |
1-2 drops
|
Use essential oils on pillows to encourage sweet dreams and visions. Put the essential oil on a corner, where it will not come in contact with the eyes, or a cotton wool ball which can be tucked inside the pillow case. |
| Perfumes | Dilute the essential oil with jojoba oil - 50% each | Use a small amount, as you would a perfume, avoid getting it on the clothing. |
| Sweat Lodges | 5-10 drops |
Mix the essential oil with water that is to be placed on the hot scones. |
| Smudge Sticks | 1-4 drops, depending on the size of the smudge stick |
Smudge sticks are bunches of dried , aromatic plant material, usually associated with Native American culture. Essential oils can be added to the plant material. Alternatively, put the essential oil on a smelling strip. |
Reference: The Fragrant Heavens: Valerie A Worwood