Blues Be Gone Aromatherapy Bubblebath Recipes

Posted on January 14, 2012 by

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The Blue Suntory Rose was created by implanting the gene that leads to the synthesis of the blue pigment Delphiniiun in Pansies.

The color blue is a mentally-relaxing color that has a pacifying effect and encourages relaxation. It’s frequently used in bedrooms and hospitals for calming hyperactivity and evoking sleep.

The calming effect is also uplifting on a spiritual level for the color blue is associated with water, with the sky and the universe beyond.

But there’s another kind of blueness. It’s estimated that 15% of Canadians suffer from a combination of lack of sunlight and activity and experience the symptoms of winter blues AKA Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). Overcoming the winter blues is challenging and part of my strategy for coping is aromatherapy.

Clary sage, ylang ylang and jasmine essential oils that inspire confidence and a positive outlook. Clary sage oil and ylang ylang are used to uplift and help combat anxiety and depression. Clary Sage encourages calmness and peace. Ylang Ylang encourages calmness and enthusiasm.  Jasmine’s powerful scent encourages feelings of optimism, joy and harmonious balance.

Geranium, rose, rosemary and lemon essential oils have a balancing effect on the emotions.  Geranium oil has a calming and uplifting effect and is helpful for relieving depression, nervousness and fear.  During the middle ages rose oil was a remedy for depression. Rosemary essential oil has the highest hydrogen content of all the essential oils and has both stimulant and relaxant properties. Lemon oil is invigorating and studies show it has an uplifting antidepressant effect.

I have been feeling blue and I’m sharing these two aromatherapy bubblebath recipes for the bath anytime you are feeling blue. Make the blend a few days before you will use so the oils combine. Shake or stir vigorously before using. Start with using small in regular size tub and less in a Jacuzzi sized tub with water jets and adjust the amount as required.

Blues Be Gone Aromatherapy Bubblebath

Ingredients:

  • 1 ounce coconut oil
  • 1 ounce glycerine
  • 1 bar castile soap (grated)
  • 3 drops clary sage essential oil
  • 3 drops ylang ylang essential oil
  • 2 drops jasmine essential oil
  • 1 quart water

Directions:

  1. Mix the water, soap and glycerin together.
  2. Melt in the microwave without boiling.
  3. Allow to cool before adding essential oils.
  4. If the mixture is too think add more water or less glycerine.
  5. Store in a glass container.
  6. Pour into running bath water.

Bye Bye Blues Aromatherapy Bubblebath

Ingredients:

  • 1 bar of castille soap (grated)
  • 4 ounces liquid glycerin
  • 5 drops geranium oil
  • 5 drops rose oil
  • 4 drops rosemary oil
  • 3 drops lemon oil
  • 1 quart of water

Directions:

  1. Mix the water, soap and glycerin together.
  2. Melt in the microwave without boiling.
  3. Allow to cool before adding essential oils.
  4. If the mixture is too think add more water or less glycerine.
  5. Store in a glass container.
  6. Pour into running bath water.

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Posted in: Alternative Medicine, Aromatherapy, chronic fatigue syndrome, Depression, Emotional healing, Essential Oils, Health and Wellness, SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)