At Alinessence, our treatments are scented with essential oils. A deliberate choice, the result of experience: a pharmacist for 20 years, I have undergone training for health professionals at Pranarôm.
Essential oils first found their place in my personal life, to take care of my family on a daily basis. Over time, I have been able to see their effectiveness... and learn to advise on them accurately.
Here are 6 essential oils that I always take with me on holiday, and the little troubles they help me relieve.
1. Peppermint: invigorating, digestive and anti-migraine
1)Fatigue or long car journey:
Place a drop on your hand and bring it to your mouth. Repeat as needed. A real pick-me-up without caffeine and no worries about falling asleep upon arrival!
2) Hearty meal:
1 to 2 drops before the meal aid in the digestion of fats.
3) Headaches:
1 drop to massage on each temple and/or on the nape of the neck.
4) Nausea and travel sickness:
1 drop on the hand to bring to the mouth.
5) Sugar-free flavoured water
add 1 drop to a glass of sparkling water (not still water, the drop would remain on the surface and not mix!).
Not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women, as well as children under 6 years old.
2. Lavender aspic: burn and sunburn
sunburn
3-4 drops mixed with aloe vera gel or your after-sun cream, to be applied in the evening before sleeping and for more effectiveness, to be applied every 2 hours.
Tip: the aloe vera + lavender duo is a summer essential!
Anti-lice
From 5 years old : add 10 drops to a vegetable oil (on holiday, olive oil will do), soak the entire scalp, leave for 30 minutes, then wash the hair (depending on the type of oil, several washes will often be necessary).
To be repeated 7 days and 14 days later.
Jellyfish stings
Apply a few pure drops every 5 minutes for 1 hour.
3. Niaouli: the ally for cold sores
The beginning of sun exposure can cause a slight decrease in immune defenses, just like certain moments of the menstrual cycle. It is often these periods that trigger the appearance of cold sores.
At the first tingles, apply 1 pure drop directly on the sensitive area. If the action is taken relatively early, it is even possible to prevent the sore from developing.
If the sore is already visible, continue regular applications: Niaouli effectively relieves and accelerates healing.
4. Lemongrass: muscle pain and stings
repels mosquitoes and wasps
In diffusion, it will work wonders to keep wasps away from your garden table. It can also be applied diluted in a cream as a mosquito repellent.muscle soreness, sprain, tendonitis
3-4 drops in aloe vera, a vegetable oil or a cream, to be applied 3-4 times a day to the area.insect sting
1 small pure drop on the area, 2x/day
5. Immortelle or helichrysum: the oil for bruises
1) Shocks, bruises:
1 pure drop immediately to prevent the appearance of a bruise.
2) existing bruises:
1 pure drop 4x/day
3) Eye contour
possible in very small quantity, avoiding any contact with the eye. Very useful, for example, in case of a bump against the glasses frame, to prevent the appearance of a black eye.
Unlike arnica, it can be applied to a wound.
Mix it with lemon eucalyptus in case of a sprain or tendonitis, for the first three days or for a sting with swelling.
6. Noble laurel: disinfects
Do not eat just after application, otherwise your food will only taste of laurel!
Canker sores, gingivitis
1 pure drop on the sensitive area. Antiseptic and anaesthetic.
2) deep cleaning of teeth
1 drop under the toothpaste on the toothbrush once a week.
3)disinfection of small wounds
1 pure drop on the wound in case of emergency.
4) self-confidence
For stressed students before an exam (or driving test), place 1 drop on the wrists, hold your hands in a cathedral position in front of your nose, and breathe deeply 5 times. This helps to regain calm and clarity of mind.
This little essential oil kit accompanies me on every departure. When used well, they provide valuable support throughout the summer.
And of course, in case of doubt or a particular situation, do not hesitate to seek advice from a healthcare professional.