how do i use the lavender oil
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Hi Karen, there are so many uses for lavender oil! All of Caro's comments below are spot on! It is mainly used for relaxation but it can also have an invigorating effect. A lot of the uses are listed under our product Description on our page. Take a look and let me know if you have any other questions! Erin Downs, Founder - Nuleo Essentials
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I think that some folks just use it as a relaxing scent; I've heard of some putting it on their bed pillows. I use it in a bath, adding to hot water a handful of sea salt or epsom salt, half a cup of baking soda, and ten drops of the oil. It is claimed to have some anti-toxin effects, releasing some of the toxins that build up in muscles during the day. I do find that I sleep better at night after soaking for 15 minutes in such a bath, but I'm not a professional, just an old lady with fibromyalgia.
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Hi Nicole, thank you for you question. Yes you can use it strictly for massages as our lavender can be used directly on the skin. I would suggest adding to a carrier oil to make the bottle last longer. We use it directly on our skin daily for all kinds of things but definitely for massage.
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Here is a link to one if the many sites I use as reference. You can always google the various ways to use your oils. Keep in mind ths oils should be diluted in a carrier oil before applying topically to your skin to avoid desensitization.http://younglivingoillady.com/essential-oils/frankincense-essential-oil/
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Hi, Paul. I bought this last year for my brother for Christmas because he complained of back aches. The eucalyptus and lavender are located inside a white sack that sits inside the soft outer cover (what you see for the product picture). You have to heat the whole white sack in the microwave and then insert it into the outer cover. To my knowledge, you cannot open the white sack, only the outer shell to remove the white sack insert. I do not know the process of adding your own oils, but I don't know how well the product would absorb/tolerate it (does not appear to be a way to add it inside). I have hand and foot warmers that work the same as this back warmer and as they get warn out over time, I have found it best to replace them. I don't know for this particular product, but the sack you heat up in my hand and feet warmers start to yellow and brown after many uses in addition to the fragrance waning, though they continue to get warm. I hope this knowledge helps at least some. Sorry, if it's not useful. :(
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For most things I use it straight out of the bottle. Often when I put it on my lower back though I mix it with a little Coconut Carrier oil. I use this or lavender mostly at night though and put a little on my pillowcase to help me sleep. I have been able ot get off all my sleep meds and just use the oils and relaxation!
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Yes, Lavender is one of few essential oils that can be used without dilution, even for burns. But it´ll work better for cosmetic purpose when added to a carrier, moisturizing oil (jojoba, almond, grape seed...)
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It means it's all oil extracted from the lavender plant. No thinning it with water or carrier oils.
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Yes you can but you must add this to your massage oil because the lavender oil is very a concentrated. Thanks for asking
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Erin did a great job summing up great ways to use lavender oil. This website also gives several reasons to use lavender oil: http://www.netherfield.co.nz/reasons-use-lavender.phpHope that helps!
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Oh yes you can... Lavender can be used undiluted but i would dilute it in an unscented massage oil. Enjoy it! I used it for that and it was lovely.
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I don't see why not I have used lavender essential oil and am currently using oil of thieves in mine, just be sure to fill with water to the line and then how ever many drops of oil you wish without being overpowering
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I am not familiar with lots of oils. Whoever is selling these oils probably knows a lot more than I do. I have just always thoroughly loved Lavender! Good luck.
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Found this online: There are several oils that are used for their calming and relaxing effects, and are excellent 'substitutes' for lavender. My favorites are Rose Absolute or Rose Otto Precious, Jasmine Absolute Precious and Sandalwood. The Rose and Jasmine Precious oils are preblended in Jojoba and ready for direct application on the skin. The Sandalwood is available either as a pure oil- in which case it needs to be diluted before applying to the skin- or like the others, preblended in Jajoba. All of these oils can be put into the bathtub. A typical bath blend for me would be: 20 drops of Rose Absolute Precious 20 drops of Jasmine Absolute Precious 3 drops of Sandalwood 5 drops of Vanilla Precious Though some people don't like the scent, Patchouli is another nice oil used for its calming and relaxing effects. It blends particularly well with Citrus Oils and the two are excellent in a diffuser. Use approximately 1 part of Patchouli to 5 parts of Sweet Orange, Lemon or Grapefruit. For skin applications where you might have been using lavender, Rose is once again an excellent substitute. For other applications where you are looking for a more `cleansing' oil, Tea Tree or Sandalwood might be appropriate.
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Yes I have used lavender and coconut oil :) works wonder but the face cradle gets oily after use :)
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My daughter uses Dr. Bonner's liquid lavender castile soap 2-3 capfuls to a quart of water. She has also adds a few drops of tea tree oil. I periodically remove the pad and thoroughly clean out the unit before I refill with clean cloths and solution. A great unit!
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It is a good treatment for dandruff and itching, helpful in controlling hair breakage and improving hair growth. Most widely known to treat alopecia areata, a condition where you lose excessive hair, especially in patches. Daily massage with lavender oil has proven to help significant re-growth and gives you the results in a few months. You could also use it to make your own shampoo.
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I add 3 to 5 drops of oil to water.....sometimes that is too strong if u use strong smelling scents like oregano or pine scents but 3-5 drops is perfect for lemon and lavender.