Essential Oil Recipes for Changing Seasons Spring/Autumn 2018

Posted on August 15, 2018 by suzannerbanks

Hello natural beauties I hope all is well in your world. Time keeps rolling on and we will soon find ourselves walking into a new season, unless you live in a tropical climate where its delicious all year round. Some of us love the winters, some of us love the summer, and some love the in-betweens. I’m a summer lover so anytime it’s getting warmer I’m happy. Here are a few recipes for your new season …

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Flowering rosemary in Sydney this week

Moving Into Spring – The Southern Hemisphere

Ah yes the promise of spring is in the air! And my skin is looking dry and scaly from covering up all winter, having hot showers and being in heated environments. Here are a few recipes to bring yourself back to life:

**** Spring Body Oil

.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”

After a good skin scrub with a body puff or your favourite scrub, lather yourself in this “Spring Has Sprung” blend:

Orange 4 drops

Rosemary 2 drops

Peru Balsam 3 drops

**** Spring Clay Face Mask

I Usually 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.

Neroli 3% in jojoba 5 drops in yellow or pink clay * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

add

Orange blossom water and blend to a smooth paste

Magnolia in Sydney

**** Easy Spring Perfume

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!

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

Petitgrain 2 drops

More beautiful roses from my recent trip to New Zealand

Moving Into Autumn – The Northern Hemisphere

Moving into Autumn you may still be quite warm with late summer lingering on. Time to hydrate and moisturise your skin after the sun.

**** Autumn Body Oil

.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”

Try a long soak in a warm bath then lavish this blend all over yourself:

Lavender 2 drops

Geranium 2 drops

Mandarin 4 drops

**** Autumn Face Hydration

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 facecloth on your face as a compress over the oil mask. Remove excess oil with a tissue or cloth if necessary.

Rose 3% in jojoba 4 drops

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

lavender loving bee at my friend’s house

**** Easy Autumn Perfume

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!

Atlas cedarwood 1 drop

Ylang Ylang 1 drop

May chang 1 drop

bliss with roses

Get blending my friends and let me know how you go!

Your Essential oils for Chinese New Year 2018 – Year of the Dog!

Posted on February 14, 2018 by suzannerbanks

Hello natural beauties are you ready for the next new year? This Friday we usher in the most colourful of all new years – Chinese New Year. I’ve always loved the style and designs of this celebration, and love the zodiac even more. What’s in store for you this year, and which oils will be best to support you as you navigate the ups and downs of life in 2018?

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Dog Chinese Horoscope in stone

Are you born in the Year of the Dog? You’re a winner baby, this is your year. To find out which is your animal zodiac, check out this link.

About the Dog Year

The dog is the 11th zodiac animal out of 12 so we are in the autumn stages of the cycle. To be specific this year is the year of the Brown Earth (Mountain) Dog. Next year we move into the first water sign, but for now, this is a year to look after your friends and family. Stay true and loyal to those around you, and try your best to embrace empathy and togetherness with your brothers and sisters around the world.

This is not a year to be selfish and put yourself above others, if you do it will backfire and you will not have flow and harmony in your life. This year is a good time to pay attention to your health, and you may even feel inclined to have a more conservative approach in your everyday life. The dog year is very oriented to work, and everything around it. Learning new skills and working with others are big themes this year.

This is a year of solidarity!

Read on to find your oils …

The Dog

dog

Keywords: prosperity, new ventures, stay in the present

Oils: petitgrain, black pepper, frankincense

The Pig

pig

Keywords: party, seize new opportunities, up-skill in work environment

Oils: orange, basil, cedarwood Atlas

The Rat

rat

Keywords: work achievements, be open, creativity

Oils: cedarwood Virginian, palmarosa, nutmeg

The Ox

Keywords: self belief, don’t stress, new friends

Oils: lavender, chamomile, lime

The Tiger

tiger

Keywords: work/life balance, planning, new business

Oils: peppermint, bergamot, cypress

The Rabbit

rabbit

Keywords: fortuitous, be alert, recreation

Oils: black spruce, rosemary, mandarin

The Dragon

dragon

Keywords: one step at a time, new connections, travel

Oils: myrrh, geranium, juniper

The Snake

snake

Keywords: success, change in work, relaxation

Oils: ylang ylang, fennel, clove

The Horse

horse

Keywords: progress, social opportunities, seek advice

Oils: lemon myrtle, rose geranium, peru balsam

The Goat

goat

Keywords: learning through others, temptation, happy home

Oils: pine, cardamom, may chang

The Monkey

monkey

Keywords: networking, advancement, positivity

Oils: melissa, patchouli, spearmint

The Rooster

rooster

Keywords: flexibility, don’t rush, look at the big picture

Oils: lemongrass, marjoram, cinnamon

I hope you like the oils I’ve chosen for you this year. Good luck my friends!

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Hello natural beauties! Happy New Year. I’ve taken a few weeks off writing and I’ve been enjoying the Sydney summer. I hope you’re going well wherever you are. What do you want more of this year? Which oils are for you? Read on my friends, to discover your perfect good luck oil for you this year.

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cinnamon – my own pic

Answer this:

In 2018 I’d like more:

Love and compassion
Clarity and Focus
Happiness and Fun
Spirituality and Manifestation
Relaxation and Flow

Which did you choose? Maybe you want it all? I’m sure its possible to have everything!

Here are your oils:

Roses by me

Love and Compassion

rose, geranium, patchouli, ylang ylang, mandarin, jasmine, pine, peru balsam

Clarity and Focus

basil, black pepper, rosemary, peppermint, lemon, lemongrass, neroli, juniper

Happiness and Fun

spearmint, orange, cinnamon,, rose geranium, bergamot, may chang

Spirituality and Manifestation

cypress, myrrh, Atlantic cedarwood, Australian sandalwood, nutmeg, petitgrain, Indian rosewood, black spruce

Caught on camera somewhere in Sydney

Relaxation and Flow

Lavender, Roman chamomile, marjoram, vetiver, lime, palmarosa, frankincense

And if you just cant decide – or you do want a bit of everything, choose one oil from each section and create the Amazing New You Blend!

Let me know your choices and your wonderful recipes!

10 Essential Oil Blends for the Diffuser and Deep Relaxation

Posted on September 6, 2017 by suzannerbanks

Hello natural beauties! I’m feeling very relaxed right now as I’ve just spent 3 days with Dr Brian Weiss, participating in a past life regression workshop called “Many Lives, Many Masters”. This is also the title of his best-selling book and is a great read if you’re interested in past lives. I thought it might be a good idea to share some of my favourite soothing calming blends for relaxation, meditation and opening your intuition by looking within.

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Lavender is a must have!

Scent Your Space

In a traditional oil burner with a candle or a diffuser add 15 – 25 drops of oil

(depending on what type of diffuser you have and how it operates)

Diffusing essential oils in a room or any kind of space will help reduce bacteria, energetically cleanse the area and purify the energy of all who are in it, help you relax as the molecules pass through your nose into parts of your brain and basically allow you to feel absolutely lovely.

Lets to some lavender-centric blends first:

“Crown Chakra”

lavender 8 drops

geranium 4 drops

cedarwood Virginian 4 drops

“The Bountiful Garden”

Ylang ylang 4 drops

lavender 4 drops

orange 10 drops

“Deep Trance”

lemon 9 drops

lavender 5 drops

marjoram 4 drops

palmarosa 4 drops

“Grounded Vision”

lavender 5 drops

bergamot 12 drops

basil 3 drops

vetiver 2 drops

Artisan diffuser from https://www.facebook.com/GX.Diffuser/

“Deep Space”

mandarin 10 drops

Australian sandalwood 5 drops

may chang 5 drops

frankincense 5 drops

“Green”

lime 8 drops

Peru balsam 8 drops

Roman chamomile 4 drops

cedarwood Atlas 4 drops

“Sweet Serenity”

orange 10 drops

cinnamon 6 drops

rose geranium 5 drops

patchouli 4 drops

cinnamon – my own pic

“Time is a Only Concept”

jasmine 8 drops * only if its pure a 3% blend in jojoba wont work in a diffuser

juniper 6 drops

lemongrass 3 drops

myrrh 3 drops

“Lazy Days”

melissa 8 drops

petitgrain 8 drops

Himalayan cedarwood 8 drops

“Completion”

cypress 8 drops

bergamot 8 drops

nutmeg 3 drops

thyme 3 drops

nutmeg

Which oils help you relax?

Thanks for tuning in see you next week x

Spring and Autumn – Nourishing Body Oil Blend Recipes for Seasonal Change

Posted on August 23, 2017 by suzannerbanks

Hi natural beauties and natural scent lovers from all over the world! I hope you’re feeling wonderful and ready for some self-care and nourishment. It’s (almost) spring in Sydney and maybe you’re somewhere that’s starting to get a little chilly as the leaves are preparing to float away into the autumn breeze. Lets check out a few recipes to help your skin stay hydrated, plump and elastic.

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A classic Australian native – wattle – spotted in the park yesterday

From Winter into Spring

You may be experiencing dry, flaky skin from being covered up all winter. Hot showers and indoor heating add extra dryness and you could even seem to have crocodile skin too! Especially on your legs.

Prepare your skin properly before smothering it in an oil blend. This could include

dry brushing – which is fantastic for your skin and circulation too. Check out my article To Dry Brush or Not?
skin scrub in the shower or bath made from natural ingredients like coffee, ground nuts and seeds and some oil
body puff – rather than a loofah – see my article To Loofah or To Body Puff?
have a shower to rid yourself of any skin floating around and get ready to oil up baby!

The best dry brushes are made from plant fibres and have detachable arms – pic via amazon.com

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”

“Gator Be Gone”

in jojoba

Bergamot . 3 drops

Lavender 3 drops

Carrot seed 2 drops

“Smooth and Sexy”

in almond oil

Orange 4 drops

Ylang Ylang 2 drops

Patchouli 2 drops

“Spring Into Action”

in sunflower and grape seed oil

Peru Balsam 2 drops

Palmarosa 2 drops

Lemon 2 drops

Peppermint 1 drop

Divine jasmine!

From Summer into Autumn

Have you had a lot of sun this summer? Even if you don’t go to the beach or spend time outdoors, and even if you wear sunscreen on your face, your skin is still living in a warmer environment and will need a different type of care.

Be gentle with your skin, especially on your face and prepare your self with a very gentle body and face scrub made from natural ingredients, shower off and smother yourself in a beautiful oil blend you have made especially for you!

“Feel the Heat”

in sunflower oil

Rose in 3% jojoba 20 drops * see my article for more info on 3% blends in jojoba

“Soothe and Soften”

in jojoba oil

Mandarin 4 drops

Lavender 3 drops

Geranium 1 drop

” Sunkissed”

in apricot oil

Indian rosewood 4 drops

Marjoram 3 drops

Vetiver 1 drop

Rose is the Queen of oils

Changing seasons brings new hope and new energy. With that energy, nourish yourself with luxurious body oil blends, all natural and created by you.

Do you have a favourite blend?

Positivity – A New Botanical Perfume by banks botanicals

Posted on May 10, 2017 by suzannerbanks

Hello natural beauties I hope you’re all well and happy and positive. It’s time to introduce the next botanical perfume, positivity, from my perfume range called REVELATION. The 10 all-natural organic botanical perfumes correspond with my book of the same name. Each perfume represents a “Revelation Formula” from one of the ten chapters on essential oils. Positivity is all about speaking to yourself in a kind and positive way …

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From the Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk chapter in my book, I have created positivity the botanical perfume.

positivity 9ml roll-on bottle

“An affirmation opens the door. It’s a beginning point on the path to change.”

Louise L. Hay

Positive affirmations almost seem out-dated, but for someone in a bad mental or emotional space they can help to shift focus. And sometimes that’s all that is required and all that can be mustered up.

Affirmations simply help you point yourself in the right direction of where you would like to be. It is very important when using these simple linguistic tools, that you conjure your energy and emotions to meet the affirmation so you can project an wholistic state to the universe.

Using essential oils along with your affirmations can amplify them to the next level and help you feel a bit more special and happier along the way. And being kind to yourself is sooooo important and something we often forget to do.

So why not use this modern perfume to take you to a positive space?

“We are often our hardest critics, so loving and accepting yourself, and speaking to yourself with kindness and love is extremely important.”

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

positivity 1ml sample

The positivity formula combines happiness oils and some of the essential oils I have listed in the Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk chapter of my book. All my perfumes are hand-made, organic, vegan, jojoba oil based.

positivity is a green, sappy, delicious fresh scent with basil leading the way. Supporting basil’s cool positivity are tangs of lemon and lemongrass, highlights of rich feminine geranium, the cedars of two continents and a secret, soft, barely there, warmth of liquorice.

Be kind to yourself and exude positive vibes.

Ingredients: essential oils of *lemon, *basil, *geranium, *mandarin, *fennel, *lemongrass, *cedarwood Atlas and cedarwood Virginian in *jojoba. *certified organic

1ml sample $ 9 AUD

9ml roll-on $67 AUD

Are you finding it hard to stay positive and be kind to yourself?

Harmony – A New Botanical Perfume by banks botanicals

Posted on April 5, 2017 by suzannerbanks

Hello natural beauties and botanical perfume lovers from far and wide. After launching my first perfume range, I’m now introducing you to perfume number 3, harmony. The range, called REVELATION, corresponds with my book of the same name. Each perfume represents a “Revelation Formula” from one of the ten chapters on essential oils. I’m excited to share them with you, one by one. Let’s go!

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From the Abundance chapter in my book, I have created harmony the botanical perfume.

“When you are grateful, fear disappears and abundance appears”

Anthony Robbins

harmony 9ml roll-on

“Gratitude and abundance go hand -in- hand.”

Suzanne R Banks Revelation! Reveal Your Destiny with Essential Oils

Abundance, of course, does not only apply to money. It could mean you require more time or positivity in your life. Using essential oils will help change your focus away from lack and into a better feeling place.

“Essential oils are a fantastic medium for feeling better about things, and when you feel better it’s easier to be grateful; and when its easier to be grateful you will find more things to be grateful for and then you’ll feel even better about your situation, and see the abundant nature of the universe in every little thing.

Me – again

harmony 1ml sample

The harmony formula combines happiness oil and the essential oils I have listed in the abundance chapter of my book.

All my perfumes are hand-made, organic, vegan, jojoba oil based.

The scent is a gorgeous plush rosy wood in all its intricate simplicity. Deep, sweet red mandarin is the mouth-watering highlight as a touch of warm resin brings the base, finishing with a crisp light wood. A little sage leads the way to wisdom through the herbal strength of the ages past.

Attune to the abundance of the universe.

Ingredients: essential oils of Indian rosewood, *mandarin, *cedarwood Atlas, *sage and myrrh in *jojoba. *certified organic

1ml sample $ 9 AUD

9ml roll-on $67 AUD

What helps you to feel abundant?

banks botanicals – My Little Perfume Shop

Posted on March 1, 2017 by suzannerbanks

Hello natural beauties and botanical scent lovers everywhere! I’m happy to announce my shop is now open! I’m nervous and scared and excited at the same time and I hope it is the humble beginnings of something grand. Here’s what you’ll find when you click the link:

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The Book

Revelation! Reveal Your Destiny with Essential Oils.

I am now selling my own book yay! It’s all about essential oils and how they can open your mind and soul to true potentiality. I have created 10 Revelation Formulas which guide you in making your own essential oil concoctions, depending on what energy you need right now, and what oils you prefer.

This book forms the foundation of the perfume range, and each scent is a Revelation Formula in itself!

My wonderful book

The Perfumes

This range of botanical perfumes is my first! Based on the book, you’ll find 10 scents designed to transport you within, create magic in between the spaces of your cells and allow you to soar through the multiverse. Imagine a perfume that can do all that! Botanical perfumes are very different to conventional perfumes – you might like to check out my article about it here: The Beauty of Botanical Perfume – A Beginners Guide

All perfumes are based in organic jojoba oil, using organic essential oils where possible.

All perfumes are available in a 1ml sample size and a 9ml roll-on bottle.

double happiness sample

double happiness is a fun, fizzy combination of rose geranium and mint. Melissa brings complex lemon drops with a splash of sparkling citrus by may chang and white grapefruit. Patchouli deepens the finish of this scent with a softness that creates a heavenly, pretty perfume.

Just one whiff will brighten you day and add some extra happiness to your being.

Ingredients: essential oils of white grapefruit, rose geranium, *spearmint, *patchouli, *melissa, *may chang and *peppermint in *jojoba. *certified organic.

oneness is the earth mother, the Empress. Hints of humus rich garden beds and dark woods at dusk are created through the meeting of bushy Australian sandalwood and cypress. Lovely orange gives lightness and happiness while spikenard gives deepness and introspection. A drop of nutmeg in frankincense is the key to this sensual perfume.

Be at one with yourself and the world around you.

Ingredients: essential oils of *sweet orange, Australian sandalwood CO2 extract, *cypress, rose geranium, *frankincense, *nutmeg and spikenard in *jojoba. *certified organic.

harmony is a gorgeous plush rosy wood in all its intricate simplicity. Deep, sweet red mandarin is the mouth watering highlight as a touch of warm resin brings the base, finishing with a crisp light wood. A little sage leads the way to wisdom through the herbal strength of the ages past.

Attune to the abundance of the universe.

Ingredients: essential oils of Indian rosewood, *mandarin, *cedarwood Atlas, *sage and myrrh in *jojoba. *certified organic

harmony 9ml roll-on

bliss is a spicy, fruit rose with all the thorns and twigs. This rose can never be overshadowed with a base of soft patchouli and the stunning floral note of ylang ylang. Bergamot gives this alluring scent a cool finish, with a little wood creating an inspiring creamy heart.

Fall in love with everything.

Ingredients: essential oils of *rose otto, rose absolute, *bergamot, *patchouli, *ylang ylang and cedarwood Virginian in *jojoba. *certified organic

Fulfilment is a bright compelling fragrance with an unashamedly, tangy, bittersweet citrus headline. Bursts of green rosy highlights are given to you by palmarosa, layered on a rich warm foundation of spices that are dancing with cedar in a faraway forest.

You are a guiding light – embrace it.

Ingredients: essential oils of *petitgrain, *palamarosa, cedarwood Virginian, *black pepper and *cinnamon in *jojoba. *certified organic.

fulfilment 1ml sample

flow starts with a big burst of honey-sweet chamomile softened with ancient healing herbs and the deep earthy roots of vetiver and patchouli. A twist of blood orange and lime highlights the sweetness of life in this beautiful perfume.

Chill baby.

Ingredients: essential oils of *Roman chamomile, *lime, *blood orange, *lavandin, *palmarosa, *patchouli, *marjoram and vetiver* in *jojoba. *certified organic.

Be kind to yourself and exude positive vibes.

Ingredients: essential oils of *lemon, *basil, *geranium, *mandarin, *fennel, *lemongrass, *cedarwood Atlas and cedarwood Virginian in *jojoba. *certified organic

purity is sweet resinous fragrance that is as comforting as a balm and as cleansing as an autumn shower. Peru balsam is your sensual heroine with crisp sophisticated juniper highlights and lo-fi sprinklings of thyme and may chang. Add pretty pink grapefruit and inhale the divinity.

Cleanse and fortify your force field.

Ingredients: essential oils of *pink grapefruit, Peru balsam, *juniper, *may chang, *pine and *thyme in *jojoba. *certified organic.

purity 9ml roll-on

Immortality captures an indulgent scent of neroli and bergamot conjuring long, sunlit days drinking floral fruit punch in an infinite garden. Frankincense and everlasting daisy take you into the warm summer evenings and a little spice cajoles your heart into loving the true essence of your creative being.

The fountain of youth is within you.

Ingredients: essential oils of *bergamot, *neroli, *frankincense, *everlasting and *clove in *jojoba. *certified organic.

strength opens with a bright orange smiley splash, underscored with the intoxicating floral fragrance of jasmine. Indian sandalwood and cardamom offer a deep creamy baseline that lingers through the spaces of your cells, bringing a sense of strength and softness. A drop of lavender whispers the song of solidarity to your soul.

Be strong. Leap to amazing new heights.

Ingredients: essential oils of *sweet orange, *jasmine, jasmine absolute, Indian sandalwood, lavender and *cardamom in *jojoba. *certified organic.

Thanks lovely readers if you have any questions please leave a comment.

10 Essential Oil Recipes for Love this Valentines Day

Posted on February 14, 2017 by suzannerbanks

Hello natural beauties and scent lovers. Today is known as Valentines Day and whether you celebrate this or not, a few essential oils for love certainly never go astray. Here are some perfume recipes, body oil recipes and more – for your ode to love in all it’s forms. And this time the recipes are all for you! Your perfume, your body, your heart. Love yourself first.

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heart of stone?

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!

“Heart of Stone”

Ylang Ylang 1 drop

nutmeg 1 drop

orange 1 drop

“Love in the Fairy Grotto”

Indian rosewood 1 drop

Peru balsam 1 drop

palmarosa 1 drop

“Spice it Up”

black pepper 1 drop

ginger 1 drop

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

oil blend for your body

Nourishing Body Oil

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”

“Softness”

mandarin 3 drops

geranium 2 drops

patchouli 2 drops

juniper 1 drop

“Openness”

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

Australian sandalwood 2 drops

bergamot 2 drops

basil 1 drop

“Sensuality”

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

orange 3 drops

fennel 1 drop

everlasting 1 drop

bath with petals

Soak in a bath

I don’t often recommend adding too many essential oils to a bath as they are difficult to disperse and can cause minor skin irritations when combined with the heat of the water. If you do like to use them in a bath, try 4 -6 drops in total and add the drops to another medium like sea salt, coconut milk, other milks or a water dispersible agent.

Add a few rose petals too:

“A Rose is a Rose is a Rose”

rose 3% 6 drops

rosewood 1 drop

palmarosa 1 drop

rose geranium 1 drop

Lilly diffuser

Scent Your Space

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

“I’m Number One”

petitgrain 8 drops

French lavender 8 drops

Vanilla CO2 extract 5 drops

cedarwood Himalayan 4 drops

“It’s Lovely Here”

lemon 12 drops

frankincense 5 drops

patchouli 4 drops

cinnamon 4 drops

“Multi dimensional Movement”

lime 10 drops

rosemary 5 drops

melissa 5 drops

clary sage 3 drops

vetiver 2 drops

Roses by me

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

2017 Year of the Rooster – Your Sign & Your Essential Oils

Posted on January 25, 2017 by suzannerbanks

Hello natural beauties and scent lovers everywhere. This Saturday the 28th January 2017 marks the start of a new year for the Chinese community and the zodiac. We say goodbye to the Year of the Monkey and welcome the Rooster! Goodbye to a cheeky and troublesome year for some, hello to a year of getting things done, reassessing how we do things and where that can lead us. Unstable at times, the Rooster year favours those willing to work hard. Read on the find out which oil can benefit you this year.

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Year of the Rooster 2017

The Year of the Rooster

Keywords: hard work and discipline will pay off; keep your cool; look within yet take action; congratulate your self on achievements; make things happen for yourself; be flexible in your attitude

Wow here we are living in the future – 2017! Onwards and upwards people, lets set about making the world a better place.

Which Chinese zodiac are you? Here’s a chart:

http://www.highrated.net/17502/this-is-what-your-chinese-zodiac-sign-says-about-you/