In the bath: Add the recommended number of drops of essential oils, but not more than 10 in total, to one tablespoon of neutral from or vegetable oil and pore it under running water.
As a Massage: Blend 10 - 12 drops of one or more essential oils into 30 ml of a carrier massage oil.
For a Facial Moisturizer: Place 2 drops of essential oil in a 4 ml of a neutral lotion or cream base. Avoid applying near the eyes.
For a Body Lotion: Place 5 drops of essential oil in 10ml of a neutral lotion or creme base.
In a Sauna: Add 3 or 4 drops of essential oil to a ladle of water and pour it over the hot coals.
In a Perfume Diffuser: Also known as a vaporizer. Add 3 or 4 drops of essential oils to a little water in the dish before switching it on or lighting the candle underneath.
In a Room Spray: Add 2 drops of essential oil to 150 ml of warm water in a clean plant mister.
Source: Home Spa...Pamper yourself from head to toe by Chrissie Painell-Makin. Published by Barnes and Noble. 2006. pg. 128.
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