10 Botanical Perfume Recipes to Balance Your Energy

Posted on June 29, 2016 by suzannerbanks

Hello natural beauties, I’ve been feeling a little exhausted lately, how about you? I’m not sure whether its the weather (brrrr it’s cold here in Sydney), the powerful solstice and full moon, or just the space-time continuum bending and flowing at ultra high speeds? I need some quick pick-me-ups so here are some essential oil perfume recipes:

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Rose is the Queen of oils

Pure Pulse Point Perfume

In a little dish mix these oils and anoint your pulse points or chakras – 3 drops of essential oils and dilute with a few drops of carrier oil – always patch test first!

“Queen”

Even out the ups and downs:

Rose 3% 6 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

Ylang Ylang 1 drop

“Flower Child”

Be calm and connect with your feminine power:

Geranium 1 drop

Roman Chamomile 3% 3 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

Lavender 1 drop

“I Saw A Sign”

Open your body to receive guidance (not just your mind):

Cedarwood Atlas 1 drop

Basil 1 drop

May Chang 1 drop

The classic Duralex glass dish is handy to make oil blends and quick perfumes in

“Dreaming of the Day”

Never stop dreaming – it can reduce stress on a daily basis:

Peru Balsam 2 drops

Orange 1 drop

“Gettin Vibed Up”

When you need a burst of energy:

Lemongrass 1 drop

Rosemary 1 drop

Rose Geranium 1 drop

“Warmth and Comfort”

Take time to rest and rejuvenate:

Marjoram 1 drop

Lime 1 drop

Bergamot 1 drop

“Soul Deep”

Look within for balance:

Australian Sandalwood 1 drop

Ginger 1 drop

Mandarin 1 drop

Jasmine officinalis

“Sweet Heart”

Hop into the flow of giving and receiving – It’s important to receive to!:

Indian rosewood 1 drop

Petitgrain 1 drop

Cedarwood Virginian 1 drop

“Chill Baby”

When you really need a time out:

Frankincense 1 drop

Jasmine 3% 6 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

“Holiday In Italy”

Have a real or virtual holiday:

Neroli 3% 6 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

Palmarosa 1 drop

Wonderful frankincense resin is steam distilled into the beautiful oil

Remember to treat yourself first, then everyone will benefit.

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Do Essential Oils Work on Our Souls? Week 3 of 3

Posted on June 8, 2016 by suzannerbanks

Here’s an excerpt from my book on essential oils and aromatherapy. This is the third week of 3, quoting little sections in “Revelation! Reveal Your Destiny with Essential Oils”. Week 3 – Do Essential Oils Work on Our Souls?

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“The Soul – Instantaneous – Universal

Essential oils work via the brain, which acts as a processor of data, through the spaces between our molecules and atoms, and into our etheric body and spirit. Cosmologists and physicists say that our molecules, like the universe itself, are made up of 99.999% space. SO as we delves deeper into each molecule, to see electrons, neutrons and atoms buzzing around at super-high speed, we are also seeing a reflection of the universe at large. When we view the two together (understanding the fundamental oneness of the universe and us), we allow the soul to be revealed in full flight and acknowledge the essence of spirituality.

Flowering tarragon

I use essential oils to enhance my experience of spirit. It’s that part of ourselves that exists in no particular place inside our mind or body. It is the immeasurable, yet quietly powerful part of ourselves know as the soul. We cannot separate this part of ourselves from our bodies and mind, and it has been difficult to prove the soul’s existence in a scientific sense (unless you are Deepak Chopra – he’s so brilliant he seems to be able to do it!)

Roses by me

The use of essential oils to penetrate the soul goes beyond trying to get you to believe they work. There is something delicious and haunting about scent and the way it soaks into our very essence – it is a depth of knowingness that essential oils can form a link between physicality and spirituality. The soul is universal and is eternally connected to divine intelligence – without the constraints of time or location.

Flowerin rosemary in a client's garden

The more you use essential oils the more comfortable you will feel about them.

The more at ease you are with these oils the more likely you will be to rely on your intuition.

The more you rely on your intuition, the stronger you will connect to your true self.

The more these connections are used the more confident you become in your environment.

The better you feel about yourself in your world, the more you will be able to turn your true desires into your destiny, by allowing more of the real you to be revealed.

The more you live and breathe your true purpose in life, the more you will shine from within. Your light will become joy. When others benefit from your joy you are living your destiny, and acknowledging your true spiritual nature. Easy.

Our soul = The Universe

Essential oils,

allows us to

transcend the body and mind – essential oils working via the brain into our etheric body and other dimensions in the space-time continuum

activate universal consciousness within us

inspire living with heightened awareness, helping to reveal more of the real essence within us “the real you”, without earthly limits

entice our souls to reveal the path of our destiny, and the reason we are here

My wonderful book

Thanks for reading my friends!

Have essential oils helped your spirit?

Remember to treat yourself first, then everyone will benefit.

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10 Recipes with Cedarwood Atlas Essential Oil – Cedrus atlantica

Posted on February 17, 2016 by suzannerbanks

Hello natural scent lovers. It’s been a while since I’ve done a “10 Recipes” post and this gorgeous cedarwood is next on the list. This is a true cedarwood, unlike the more common cedarwood (Juniperus virginiana), which as you can probably tell, is a juniper. Lets get into some recipes ….

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Atlantic cedar

Cedarwood is a great oil that blends well with so many others. As a wood oil it is considered a ‘base’ and in this way can anchor a blend, and help lighter oils from flying away too quickly.

In aromatherapy cedarwood is used:

as an astringent for oily skin
as a hair and skin tonic
for stress relief

I use it for the above and also as an oil of abundance. Yesterday I used it with a client who was quite tired and it helped her relax and get back to her base energy levels, rather than running on Adrenalin and stress. It was very comforting too.

Sexy black diffuser from puzhen.com

Scent Your Space

In a traditional oil burner with a candle or a diffuser add 25 drops of oil

Mountain High

Cedarwood Atlas 8 drops

Lime 8 drops

Pine 5 drops

Siberian Fir 4 drops

Faeries

Cedarwood Atlas 6 drops

Rose Geranium 6 drops

Palmarosa 10 drops

Cypress 3 drops

The Only Way is Up

Cedarwood Atlas 7 drops

Spearmint 7 drops

Mandarin 6 drops

Cinnamon 5 drops

Treat your face – its lovely!

Facial Oil Treatment

Mix one or two drops of essential oil in one teaspoon of carrier oil. You can warm the oil slightly first if desired – it will be very relaxing! Massage your face and rest for 10 minutes. You can also place a cool or warm wet face cloth on your face as a compress over the oil mask. Remove excess oil with a tissue or cloth if necessary.

Cedarwood Atlas 1 drop

Frankincense 1 drop

Sea salt – pic via cooks.ndtv.com

Skin Scrub

Use 2 cups of fine sea salt, add some unperformed lotion, or some carrier oil, mix into a paste and then add your essential oils (only a few drops). You’re ready to scrub under the shower or in the bath, but remember to be gentle! If you use the scrub while standing in the bath you can then soak in the salt and oils too. When you shower scrub most of it gets wasted.

Oh Yeah!

Cedarwood Atlas 2 drops

Orange 2 drops

Date Night

Cedarwood Atlas 1 drop

Patchouli 1 drop

Ylang Ylang 2 drops

Anoint yourself with pure essential oil blends

Pure Pulse Point Perfume

In a little dish mix these oils and anoint your pulse points or chakras – 3 drops of essential oils and dilute with a few drops of carrier oil – always patch test first!

Putting Myself First Today

Cedarwood Atlas 1 drop

Geranium 1 drop

Ginger 1 drop

Get Going!

Cedarwood Atlas 1 drop

Lemongrass 2 drops

Cruise

Cedarwood Atlas 1 drop

Bergamot 1 drop

Peru Balsam 1 drop

Wish Upon a Star

Cedarwood Atlas 1 drop

Basil 1 drop

Lavender 1 drop

Happy blending and remember to use your intention when you are creating your formulas. See my article about intention.

How do you love using Cedarwood?

Remember to treat yourself first, then everyone will benefit.

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FESTIVUS 2015! Aromatic Insights into the Best Holiday in the World!

Posted on December 23, 2015 by suzannerbanks

Festivus is here again and I couldn’t be more excited. I’ve created some new recipes to stand alongside the key parts to this wonderful day. What is Festivus you may ask? It’s the holiday that crushes Hanukkah and Christmas, allows a coming together of like minds, and gives a day of fun for those who are not religious. Celebrated by George Costanza’s father, Frank, (from the comedy show Seinfeld), let’s embrace this fabulous celebration!

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Festivus for the rest of us! pic via www.tshirtbordello.com

Festivus for the rest of us! pic via http://www.tshirtbordello.com

To be more precise it’s the family of the writer of this episode who created Festivus:

Festivus was conceived by editor and author Daniel O’Keefe and was celebrated by his family as early as 1966. In the original O’Keefe tradition, the holiday would take place in response to family tension, “any time from December to May”.^] The phrase, “a Festivus for the rest of us”, also derived from an O’Keefe family event, the death of Daniel O’Keefe’s mother.
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The Festivus Pole

The Festivus Pole replaces the Christmas tree and stands unadorned:

“Frank Costanza cites its “very high strength-to-weight ratio” as appealing. During Festivus, the pole is displayed unadorned. According to Frank, “I find tinsel distracting.”

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I love the simplicity of the Festivus pole and I’m hoping it can inspire you to simplify this Christmas Here are a couple of blends for yourself, to help to feel less stressed and more streamlined.

Method: Nourishing Body Oil Blend

For a coat of your body use 3 teaspoons of carrier oil in a little dish and, add 7 – 8 drops of essential oil. It’s always best to patch test first, before you apply all over.

***** Always put the drops of essential oil into the bottle or dish first, then add the carrier oil. It gives the scents time to create a synergistic fusion.

For a 50ml bottle of oil add 25 drops and see my articles “Ratios for Blending Essential Oils – A Reminder of the Basics” and “Aromatherapy – It’s Easy as 1 2 3”

Silver

Lemongrass 3 drops

Cedarwood Virginian 2 drops

Peru Balsam 2 drops

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La Verité

Bergamot 5 drops

Geranium 2 drops

Vetiver 1 drop

The Airing of Grievances

Ah yes the Airing of Grievances, straight after the Festivus dinner, seems a good way to finish off the year and start the new year afresh. Here are a couple of blends for your space to support this difficult yet necessary part of Festivus.

Method: Scent Your Space

In a traditional oil burner with a candle or a diffuser add 25 drops of oil

Release Frustration and Anger

Mandarin 12 drops

Ylang Ylang 6 drops

Marjoram 4 drops

Frankincense 3 drops

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Forgive

Orange 10 drops

Palmarosa 8 drops

Lavender 4 drops

Patchouli 3 drops

Feats of Strength!

The Feats of Strength championship finalises the Festivus celebrations. As depicted above, when the head of the household is pinned to the ground, the day concludes. here are a couple of blends to help you find inner strength this holiday time.

Method: Pure Pulse Point Perfume

In a little dish mix these oils and anoint your pulse points or chakras – 3 drops of essential oils and dilute with a few drops of carrier oil – always patch test first!

Courage and Endurance

Lavender 1 drop

Black Spruce 1 drop

Lime 1 drop

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Inner Calm

Melissa 1 drop

Vanilla CO2 1 drop

Indian Rosewood 1 drop

Whatever you’re doing this Christmas season, whether you celebrate or not, I hope you are able to reflect on the good things life can bring – even if they are very small.

How will you be celebrating and which oils are calling to you?

Remember to treat yourself first, then everyone will benefit.

copryright SR Banks 2015

10 Recipes with Cedarwood Atlas – Cedrus atlantica

Posted on November 18, 2015 by suzannerbanks

The cedarwoods are very useful oils in Aromatherapy. As a base to anchor an oil blend or perfume, they also speak to our spiritual nature by opening us to higher frequencies, and the dynamic existence of the universe. This cedarwood hails from the Atlas mountains in Morocco and is the nearest in location to the cedars of Lebanon mentioned in spiritual texts.

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Cedrus atlantica needles

In aromatherapy this cedarwood oil is used:

help reduce the symptoms of skin irritations and dermatitis
help stimulate the scalp where hair loss is an issue
to act as a mild aphrodisiac and is often used in products for men for this reason and of course due to its scent

I use this oil as an oil of abundance – to see abundance in all things. It is wonderful for strengthening resolve and fear. Let’s check out some recipes:

Body oils make lovely legs

1. Nourishing Body Oil Blend

For a coat of your body use 3 teaspoons of carrier oil in a little dish and, add 7 – 8 drops of essential oil. It’s always best to patch test first, before you apply all over.

***** Always put the drops of essential oil into the bottle or dish first, then add the carrier oil. It gives the scents time to create a synergistic fusion.

For a 50ml bottle of oil add 25 drops and see my articles “Ratios for Blending Essential Oils – A Reminder of the Basics” and “Aromatherapy – It’s Easy as 1 2 3”

“I’ve Got the Power”

Cedar Atlas 3 drops

Mandarin 3 drops

Palmarosa 2 drops

“A Blend For My Man”

Get your guy into the habit of using body oil blends –

Cedar Atlas 3 drops

Bergamot 4 drops

Vetiver 1 drop

“I am One with the Planets”

Cedar Atlas 2 drops

Lavender 3 drops

Petitgrain 3 drops

“Gentle Strength”

Cedar Atlas 2 drops

Orange 4 drops

Basil 1 drop

Lovely hair with cedarwood

2. Hair Mask

Warm 3 teaspoons of oil (either olive or jojoba) and add 7 to 8 drops of essential oil. Massage into your hair from the ends up. Wrap your hair in a towel (or some plastic wrap then a towel). Leave for 1 hour, or overnight, then wash and condition as usual.

Cedar Atlas 2 drops

Roman chamomile 2 drops

Indian rosewood 3 drops

Hot steamy shower with essential oils

3. Put A few Drops Of Oil into the bottom of the Shower

This works in a similar way to just taking a whiff straight from the bottle, but if you’ve got an extra minute, it will give you a completely different experience. Your whole body will be immersed in an essential oil steam. Just cover the drain with a cloth or your foot for a couple of minutes and breathe in the medicinal goodness.

Cedarwood will help you counteract nerves on a big day, help you move from fear to abundance and allow your upper chakras to open.

A cute little Chinese tea cup to make your perfumes in! pic via – icollector.com

4. Pure Pulse Point Perfume

In a little dish mix these oils and anoint your pulse points or chakras – 3 drops of essential oils and dilute with a few drops of carrier oil – always patch test first!

“To Attract HIM”

Cedar Atlas 1 drop

Ylang Ylang 1 drop

Lime 1 drop

“To Attract HER”

Cedar Atlas 1 drop

Jasmine 3% 4 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

“Aligned”

Cedar Atlas 1 drop

Ginger 1 drop

Geranium 1 drop

“Wonder”

Cedar Atlas 1 drop

Patchouli 1 drop

Rose 3% 2 drops

* see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

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Happy blending and remember to use your intention when you are creating your formulas. See my article about intention.

copryright SR Banks 2015

10 Recipes with Australian Sandalwood – Santalum spicatum

Posted on November 4, 2015 by suzannerbanks

Ah beautiful sandalwood oil! Our lovely Australian sandalwood essential oil has a hint of the bush and some herbaceous tones too. The Aussie species is not as syrupy, heady or as sweet as Indian (Mysore) sandalwood, but adds depth and the wisdom of this great land to your world. It can can also be found as a CO2 extract, so dive in and experience Australia.

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Santalum spicatum – pic via http://www.australian-aridlands-botanic-garden.org

1. Nourishing Body Oil Blend

For a coat of your body use 3 teaspoons of carrier oil in a little dish and, add 7 – 8 drops of essential oil. It’s always best to patch test first, before you apply all over.

***** Always put the drops of essential oil into the bottle or dish first, then add the carrier oil. It gives the scents time to create a synergistic fusion.

For a 50ml bottle of oil add 25 drops and see my articles “Ratios for Blending Essential Oils – A Reminder of the Basics” and “Aromatherapy – It’s Easy as 1 2 3”

“Courage”

Aust. Sandalwood 3 drops

Lavender 2 drops

Geranium 1 drop

Black pepper 1 drop

“A Potion for my Man”

Aust. Sandalwood 4 drops

Mandarin 4 drops

“Relaxing AND Energising all at the Same Time”

Aust. Sandalwood 2 drops

Lemongrass 2 drops

Orange 4 drops

Salt makes a great base for a scrub

2. Skin Scrub

Aust. Sandalwood 2 drops

Lemon 3 drops

Anyone can give themselves a face mask!

3. Face Mask

Usually I add 1 or 2 drops of oil to 2 teaspoons of clay, and add water, floral water or hydrosol. Keep the mask on for 5 minutes then rinse off with cool water. Mist with a hydrosol or floral water and moisturise.

Aust. Sandalwood 1 drop

Rose 3% 2 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

Australian sandalwood thrives in semi-arid conditions - pic via www.fpc.wa.gov.au

Australian sandalwood thrives in semi-arid conditions – pic via http://www.fpc.wa.gov.au

4. Personal Aura Cleansing Mist & Room Mist

In a 50ml mist bottle filled with water add 25 drops of oil

(depending on the packaging you have, you may need to use a little alcohol -like vodka- at the bottom of your bottle first, so the oils disperse into smaller drops to prevent clogging the atomiser top. I’ve found sometimes it works just with water, and sometimes it doesn’t – very annoying!)

“Bush Magic”

Aust. Sandalwood 8 drops

Palmarosa 8 drops

Lavender 5 drops

Basil 3 drops

“Manifestation”

Aust. Sandalwood 8 drops

May Chang 10 drops

Cypress 7 drops

The classic Duralex glass dish is handy to make oil blends and quick perfumes in

5. Pure Pulse Point Perfume

In a little dish mix these oils and anoint your pulse points or chakras – 3 drops of essential oils and dilute with a few drops of carrier oil – always patch test first!

“I Will”

Aust. Sandalwood 1 drop

Peru Balsam 1 drop

Lime 1 drop

“Lovely”

Aust. Sandalwood 1 drop

Neroli 3% 4 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

“Double Torus”

Aust. Sandalwood 1 drop

Juniper 1 drop

Rose Geranium 1 drop

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Happy blending and remember to use your intention when you are creating your formulas. See my article about intention.

Check out my YouTube channel too, thanks.

10 Recipes with Eucalyptus Essential Oil – Eucalyptus radiata

Posted on October 21, 2015 by suzannerbanks

Eucalyptus is a must-have essential oil for the home. It helps with stuffy colds and the cleaning but how else could this wonderful oil be used?

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Eucalyptus in the Australian country

1. Steam Inhalation

Put 1 or 2 drops into the bottom of a bowl. Add boiling water and make a tent with a towel to stick your head in! Breathe through your nose for blocked sinuses and a headache, and through your mouth to help with a cough. Add another drop of oil if necessary.

Eucalyptus is the oil to help clear the nasal passage from congestion, so it’s the perfect oil to use when you have a cold.

Puzhen diffuser from the 5 senses series – puzhen.com

2. Scent Your Space

In a traditional oil burner with a candle or a diffuser add 25 drops of oil

“Clear the Air”

Get a fresh approach –

Eucalyptus 6 drops

Orange 14 drops

Cedarwood Virginian 5 drops

“Relax”

Eucalyptus 5 drops

Lavender 8 drops

Marjoram 3 drops

Lemon 9 drops

“I Need Ideas!”

Eucalyptus 8 drops

Petitgrain 10 drops

Patchouli 4 drops

Basil 3 drops

“Space Cleanse”

Eucalyptus 7 drops

Mandarin 10 drops

Frankincense 8 drops

lovely legs!

3. Nourishing Body Oil Blend

For a coat of your body use 3 teaspoons of carrier oil in a little dish and, add 7 – 8 drops of essential oil. It’s always best to patch test first, before you apply all over.

***** Always put the drops of essential oil into the bottle or dish first, then add the carrier oil. It gives the scents time to create a synergistic fusion.

For a 50ml bottle of oil add 25 drops and see my articles “Ratios for Blending Essential Oils – A Reminder of the Basics” and “Aromatherapy – It’s Easy as 1 2 3”

“Hello Day!”

A sweet start –

Eucalyptus 2 drops

Geranium 2 drops

Rosemary 2 drops

Orange 2 drops

“Oh My Aching Legs”

Eucalyptus 2 drops

Rosemary 3 drops

Lavender 3 drops

“A Spiritual Body”

Eucalyptus 2 drops

Frankincense 2 drops

Lemon 4 drops

The classic Duralex glass dish is handy to make oil blends and quick perfumes in

4. Pure Pulse Point Perfume

In a little dish mix these oils and anoint your pulse points or chakras – 3 drops of essential oils and dilute with a few drops of carrier oil – always patch test first!

“I’ve Got the Power”

Eucalyptus 1 drop

Jasmine 3% jojoba 8 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

“1, 2, 3”

Eucalyptus 1 drop

Peru Balsam 1 drop

Indian Rosewood 1 drop *see my article about this oil here

Koalas MUST have eucalyptus and so must I!

Happy blending and remember to use your intention when you are creating your formulas. See my article about intention.

Check out my YouTube channel too, thanks.

Strength, Clarity and Potentiality with Essential Oils

Posted on July 22, 2015 by suzannerbanks

I thought of a friend this morning and I’ll be seeing her in a few days. I decided I’d make a little oil blend for her because I know she has been working really hard in her own business for a few years, and is facing new challenges with it. These three words came to mind STRENGTH, CLARITY AND POTENTIALITY.

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Strength

Strength

What oils will I use to embody this energy?

I always go to lavender for strength and solidarity. Most people attach calm and relaxation to lavender which is right, but when you smell this divine flower and essential oil, it is powerful. It has depth. It contains the energetic imprint of thousands of years in its healing ways. To me it is the embodiment of strength as it can be used to soften and relax, and to contain and bolster you in times of weakness.

Clarity

Clarity

Clarity

Ah there’s nothing like a beautiful blue sky to help you attain some clarity in your life. When I think of this I immediately think of basil, and cypress.

Basil is an oil that can open your upper chakras and completely clear your head and your mind with its robust scent.

Cypress is clean and crisp, uplifting heavy emotions and allowing your body to release excess fluids.

Potentiality

Potentiality

Petitgrain is the oil for me! This bitter-sweet citrus is lightening fast in scent and the way it affects your whole being. I use this oil to help me see the unlimited possibilities in any situation. This can be hard when you get bogged down in life and you may feel you have no choice. Limitless expansion = petitgrain.

An oil blend is full of unexpected treasure!

Strength, Clarity and Potentiality – The Blend

In a 50ml bottle add these drops of essential oil:

Lavender 8 drops

Cypress 5 drops

Basil 2 drops

Petitgrain 10 drops

Then pour in your carrier oil of choice – sunflower, grape seed, jojoba, almond, argan, rosehip, apricot, olive, macadamia or anything else you love.

Essential oil blends are best when left to mature for a while but don’t let that put you off using it straight away!

♥ ♦ ♠ ♣

Happy blending and remember to use your intention when you are creating your formulas. See my article about intention.

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To Scrub or Not To Scrub? That is the Question!

Posted on May 13, 2015 by suzannerbanks

The Soft, Supple Skin Series Part 1 – Skin Scrubs

Natural skin scrubs are easy to make, and thanks to the internet it’s easy to find recipes – but are they good for your skin?

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Salt scrub – pic via themethuselahcenter.com

Skin scrubs can make your skin feel soft and new, providing you don’t use them too often.

The skin is called the Integumentary system. It is the largest organ of the body – and yes it’s actually classified as an organ, just like your liver and heart are organs. The skin has its own intelligence and it separates us from our environment and gives us our unique quality. It is also the most exposed organ in the body and needs some care and attention.

The skin on our faces is finer than in other parts of our body, but generally speaking it works in a particular way. It is estimated we could be losing about 30,000 skin cells per hour. Yes, per hour! New cells are formed from within, and push up to the external layer of the epidermis. This means our skin is already taking care of itself in a complicated and intelligent fashion, so is it ok to use a scrub?

Salt makes a great base for a scrub but use fine salt or grind up coarse salt

I think using a scrub once every week to 10 days is good for your skin, just be careful when actually scrubbing your skin so as not to give yourself scratches. Also the scrub you make to use on your body, could be a little too rough for your face so plan ahead and do your recipe research first.

* Winter skin tends to need a scrub more frequently as hot showers and layers of clothing can interfere with the natural release of skin, and we can get that dry crocodile looking effect.

* Basically you will be washing dead skin down the drain rather than letting it pile up around the house.

* Ideally soak in a bath for 5 minutes. Use your scrub on all parts of your body, then soak for at least another 5 minutes for a real spa treatment feeling. Some of us only have a shower so make the best of what you have.

* Always moisturise after your scrub, and of course I recommend you use a body oil and face oil or serum which will give your skin a velvety smooth finish.

Sea salt – pic via cooks.ndtv.com

Bases for Your Body

* Fine sea salt is the best. Don’t use coarse as you will scratch yourself.

* I see recipes all the time using sugar but I just don’t understand why you would use sugar when you have salt?

* Oil and/or moisturising cream to make a slurry

* Green or pink clay

* a little water

Bases for Your Face

* moisturising cream on its own or with some white or yellow clay

* almond meal – I love this gentle scrub base for the face

Use a mortar and pestle to grind up anything you want to use in your scrub

Additives to Your Bases

* a few drops of essential oil (1 drop for face – 5 drops for body – or a few more) – don’t go overboard you don’t want to burn or irritate your skin, especially if you are adding other botanicals to it

* coffee grains

* almond meal

* fresh rind of lemon/orange/grapefruit/lime

* dried citrus peel

* ground cacao nibs

* ground rose petals

* ground pumice

* dried or fresh herbs

Use your imagination but also your intuition as to what might be good for your face and what is best left for your body.

lovely legs!

A basic body scrub could look like this:

2 cups fine sea salt

grated lemon rind

3 – 5 drops lavender essential oil

a tablespoon of oil

a tablespoon of clay

a little water or cream to make a gooey paste

A face scrub:

3 teaspoons almond meal

1 teaspoon white clay

a little water to make a paste

1 drop bergamot essential oil

The only issue for me using these types of scrubs is that we are washing the gooey paste down the drain. I think that’s fine for the salt on it’s own but what about the oil and botanicals too?

Stay tuned for more in my Soft, Supple Skin Series and check out my YouTube channel too, thanks.

10 Recipes with Lime Essential Oil – Citrus aurantifolia

Posted on May 6, 2015 by suzannerbanks

Beautiful lime oil is an interesting citrus oil with depth and even a little spice. What is lime’s secret?

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Lime oil has more depth than the other citrus oils

“Lime (Citrus aurantifolia)

counteracts negative thinking

Lime is better used in diffuser and mists rather than on the body. Lime is one of the heavier citrus oils and I feel it hides a deep, magical secret, but I’m not quite sure what that secret is. It has less classical uses than lemon but when I use this oil on my clients I can see its ability to influence and counter-act negative thinking. Don’t give away your energy to negative thoughts, feelings or situations otherwise you wont have anything left for your own happiness. Use lime instead.”

Suzanne R Banks “Revelation! Reveal Your Destiny with Essential Oils”

Beer and lime!

So while beer with a wedge of lime is lovely, what can lime oil be used for?

* According to Salvatore Battaglia (who has written a great text-book on essential oils “The Complete guide to Aromatherapy), lime is great for sore throats due to its anti-microbial nature. However, all oils have anti bacterial qualities as they are the protectors of each plant they come from.

* Lime is used to help with depression – as with all the citrus oils. They are oils of happiness.

* It could be used in a body oil blend as a digestive tonic

* In a mild dilution it can help oily skin and hair as it acts as an astringent.

Refreshing zesty lime

Let’s check out some recipes:

1. Scent Your Space

In a traditional oil burner with a candle or a diffuser add 25 drops of oil

“Cocktails!”

Get in the spirit! Get it?

Lime 12 drops

Orange 8 drops

Cinnamon 5 drops

“Life is Good”

When you need a bit of help to see the good things –

Lime 10 drops

Lavender 10 drops

Fennel 5 drops

“Summer Summer Summer”

Lime 8 drops

Palmarosa 8 drops

Lemon Myrtle 5 drops

Nutmeg 4 drops

“Fun with Kids”

Lime 7 drops

Mandarin 6 drops

Spearmint 6 drops

Marjoram 6 drops

“From Negative to Positive”

Start feeling good now –

Lime 6 drops

Indian Rosewood 10 drops

Lemongrass 6 drops

Clove 8 drops

Anoint yourself with pure essential oil blends

2. Pure Pulse Point Perfume

In a little dish mix these oils and anoint your pulse points or chakras – 3 drops of essential oils and dilute with a few drops of carrier oil – always patch test first!

“Feelin Good”

Lime 2 drops

Australian Sandalwood 1 drop

“I Feel Pretty, Oh SO Pretty”

Lime 1 drop

Neroli 3% 3 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

“Don’t Hesitate”

Lime 1 drop

Lemon 1 drop

Basil 1 drop

nourish your skin with oil blends

3. Nourishing Body Oil Blend

For a coat of your body use 3 teaspoons of carrier oil in a little dish and, add 7 – 8 drops of essential oil. It’s always best to patch test first, before you apply all over.

***** Always put the drops of essential oil into the bottle or dish first, then add the carrier oil. It gives the scents time to create a synergistic fusion.

For a 50ml bottle of oil add 25 drops and see my articles “Ratios for Blending Essential Oils – A Reminder of the Basics” and “Aromatherapy – It’s Easy as 1 2 3”

“Energy NOW!”

Lime 2 drops

Rosemary 2 drops

Cypress 4 drops

“Life is Sweet”

Lime 3 drops

Peru Balsam 3 drops

Geranium 2 drops

lime is a happy colour too!

Happy blending and remember to use your intention when you are creating your formulas. See my article about intention.

Check out my YouTube channel too, thanks.

suzannerbanks

scent . intention . consciousness . essential oils

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