| p>A synergistic blend of essential oils can be more | | | | cardio-vascular and nervous systems and for relieving |
| effective for getting the results you desire than any | | | | tension held deep within the body. |
| single essential oil. The key pure essential oils I | | | | Cypress oil is the essential oil most often used to |
| recommend you use in a blend for migraine relief, | | | | strengthen and support healthy functioning of the |
| include: | | | | heart and circulatory system. Its astringent action |
| Frankincense, Cypress, Peppermint and Lavender | | | | makes it effective for conditions associated with |
| LAVENDER ( Lavendula augustifolia ) - A universal | | | | congestion of lymph or blood circulation such as |
| first aid healing oil Lavender is highly scented and has | | | | migraine headache. |
| a distinctly sweet floral-spice aroma that's a little wild | | | | METHODS OF APPLICATION: |
| and woody. | | | | Both of these methods of application are effective |
| Lavender is useful for relieving headaches, especially | | | | for relieving migraine headache pain. Research shows |
| sinus headaches, or headaches related to congestion | | | | that essential oils will remain in your bloodstream for |
| and poor circulation. | | | | up to 4-6 hours. |
| Lavender's actions include: Analgesic (pain reliever), | | | | METHOD 1: Dispense 15 drops of your Migraine Relief |
| Antispasmodic (calms nervous and muscular spasms, | | | | synergy blend into a 1 ounce bottle of carrier oil, |
| tension, pain and indigestion), Restorative (helps to | | | | shake well and allow to synergize for 24 hours, or |
| strengthen and revive the body systems), Sedative | | | | longer as time permits. |
| (soothing, tranquilizing, calming effect on the body, | | | | Dispense 1-3 drops of this Migraine Relief synergy |
| good for nervous tension, stress, insomnia, anxiety | | | | blend in dilution, inhale and apply to your sinus points, |
| and palpitations) and Relaxant (causing relaxation, | | | | chest, upper back and abdominal areas. The oils will |
| relieving strain or tension). | | | | enter through the neurovascular points located in |
| FRANKINCENSE ( Boswelia fereana ) - A powerful | | | | these areas to effectively trigger your relaxation |
| and enticing wood aroma that sweetly sparkles with | | | | response for allergy relief. |
| freshness and a hint of spice. Traditionally | | | | METHOD 2: Direct inhalation - Dispense 1-3 drops of |
| Frankincense was used as an anointing oil as it was | | | | your pure essential oils blend onto a cotton ball. |
| thought to possess miraculous powers to heal almost | | | | Breathe in their vapors for 30-60 seconds. Breathe in |
| every conceivable malady. | | | | slowly and pause briefly on your inhaled breath. Then |
| Frankincense slows and deepens cellular respiration | | | | slowly exhale, letting go of any tension. Repeat this |
| and has the characteristic effect of comforting and | | | | slow, rhythmic breathing five more times. |
| centering you during times of distress. Very | | | | Aromatic oils stimulate your olfactory nerves which |
| supportive and comforting oil. | | | | send a signal to your brain's neuro-receptors, |
| PEPPERMINT ( Mentha piperita ) - Peppermint is a | | | | triggering numerous electro-chemical responses to |
| fluid, colorless oil with a distinctly penetrating scent. | | | | promote balance in your nervous system and help |
| Peppermint acts as a regulator and has a relaxing or | | | | relieve migraine headache. |
| invigorating effect depending on the circumstance for | | | | Migraine Headache may be a symptom of |
| which you are using it. | | | | Dehydration. Water plays an extremely important role |
| Research has shown Peppermint to be effective for | | | | in your diet and bodily functions. Many parts of the |
| relieving Migraine headache! Also helpful for tension | | | | brain draw much of their energy from water. Water |
| headaches when resulting from weak or poor | | | | must be taken into the body in its pure, natural |
| digestive forces, congestion or sluggish circulation. An | | | | state, optimally drink half your body weight in ounces |
| excellent Liver tonic! | | | | daily. |
| CYPRESS ( Cupressus sempervirens ) - Cypress oil | | | | PLEASE NOTE: There are many cheap, synthetic |
| has a distinctly clean, fresh, woody aroma that's light | | | | copies of aromatic oils, but these are not |
| and clear with a hint of spice and is reminiscent of | | | | recommended for therapeutic use. For best results |
| pine and juniper berry. Cypress oil stimulates blood | | | | purchase the highest quality oils you can possibly find. |
| circulation and is restorative and calming. | | | | Use certified organic essential oils, or oils that have |
| Cypress oil's powerful astringent properties make it | | | | been tested and are pesticide free. |
| effective for strengthening and toning the | | | | |