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Essential Oil Mixtures
Essential Oil Children’s Sleep Blend
50 ml jojoba
2 dr. essential oil of bergamot (Citrus bergamia, 10ml)
4 dr. essential oil of lavender (Lavandula angustifolia, 10ml)
1 dr. essential oil of cedar (Cedrus atlantica, 10ml)
1 dr. essential oil of mandarin (Citrus reticulata, 10ml)
Please note, that this blend includes single bottles of each respective oil and that it is not a finished blend.
Oftentimes our children are unable to sleep because they suffer from fears or other psychological stress. In that case, a blend of jojoba or almond oil with the respective essential oils can bring about the needed relaxation. Bergamot oil has a particularly anxiolytic and calming effect. Due to the main components linalyl acetate and linalool, which are also the characteristic agents in lavender oil, it is very mild. Bergamot oil contains little limonene, in contrast to other citrus oils, so it doesn’t irritate the skin (However, the essential oil of bergamot does contain furocumarins which have a photosensitizing effect. Therefore, these essential oils should not be applied before sun exposure). In the mixture with lavender oil, the calming effect of the bergamot oil is potentized again. The oil from cedar wood has a strengthening effect, allowing for fears or challenges to be overcome. The sesquiterpenes contained in the cedar wood oil are very special and act stabilizing on the cell membranes of the mast cells and thus hypoallergenic. This, in turn, leads to soothing of the skin and mucous membranes which further contributes to healthy sleep. Mandarin oil has a gentle, sweet scent which especially small children love. It provides a sense of security and warmth which leads to calm and relaxed sleep.
With the composition mentioned above, 1-2 drops of the mixture can be massaged gently into the soles of the feet, for example. The calming effect of such a massage can, of course, also support the natural effect of the essential oil bled. This “sleep oil” is also suitable for adults, and especially for the elderly. Here, the quantity of drops can be doubled. A hint of the oil applied to the back of the hand unfolds its healing effect particularly well, especially in critically ill patients, if the hand is placed beside the face. This way the mild scent is inhaled directly and acts particularly fast.
Caution: Do not use on children (<8 y.) and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding!
Essential oils should never be applied undiluted, always mix it with a carrier oil (carrier substance).
If possible, test the patient for tolerance by having him smell the oil!
