Aromatherapy for Massage
Many oils are suitable for massage applications. Be sure to dilute essential oils in a lotion or carrier oil base before applying for massage. Dilute essential oils in carrier oils or lotions by using 10-20 drops essential oil per oz. of carrier oil.
Essential Oils That May Be Useful for Relaxation Massage:
Chamomile, German
(Matricaria recutica)
Chamomile, Roman
(Chamaemelum nobile)
Frankincense
(Boswellia carteri)
Geranium
(Pelargonium graveolens)
Helichrysum or Immortelle
(Helichrysum agusifolium)
Jasmine
(Jasminum officinale)
Lavender
(Lavandula augustifolia)
Mandarin
(Citrus reticulata)
Marjoram
(Origanum majorana)
Neroli (Citrus aurantium bigaradia)
Patchouli
(Pogostemon cablin)
Rose (Rosa damascena)
Rosemary
(Rosmarinus officinalis)
Sandalwood
(Santalum album)
Spikenard
(Nardostachys jatamansi)
Ylang Ylang
(Cananga odorata)
Go to Essential Oil Profiles for detailed information about the essential oils listed above.
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