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Aromatherapy tub tea is a gift with longevity: when it's stored in a high-quality container with a strong seal, it will remain fragrant for a year.
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Aromatherapist Kim Gordon discusses some of the therapeutic properties of herbs and essential oils. Gordon combines aromatic herbs, essential oils and oatmeal to make this special tub tea. Materials: Mesh ball/tea infuser (usually used for tea)
Herbs
Oatmeal (use 1 cup for every 4 cups of herbs)
Essential oils
Mixing bowl
Decorative glass jar with secure lid
Parchment paper
Raffia
Pen
- Combine herbs, essential oils and oatmeal in a mixing bowl and mix well.
- Pour mixture into decorative glass jar and seal well.
- Use parchment paper and pen to create a pretty tag with the following directions: "Use tea ball to scoop out contents. Close ball tightly and toss mesh ball into hot bath. Allow to steep 3 to 5 minutes before removing."
- Use raffia to attach tag and mesh tea infuser to jar.
Here are some guidelines for selecting herbs and essential oils: - To soothe, select one or more of the following: catnip, chamomile, comfrey, evening primrose flowers, jasmine, juniper berries, lemon balm, mullein and violet leaves (and/or flowers), rose or rose geranium leaves.
- To stimulate, use one or more of the following: basil, bay, pine, mint, lavender, sage, rosemary, thyme, or calendula flowers.
- To soothe aching muscles, try one or more of the following: bay, juniper, oregano, poplar buds & bark, sage, strawberry leaves, eucalyptus.
- To alleviate stress, the following work wonders: lavender, rose, lemon balm.
RESOURCES :
Aromatherapy Blends and Remedies: Over 800 Recipes for Everyday Use
Model: 0722532229
Author: Franzesca Watson
The Essential Oils Book: Creating Personal Blends for Mind and Body
Model: 0882669133
Author: Colleen Dodt
Aromatherapy for Healing the Spirit: Restoring Emotional and Mental Balance
Model: 0892818875
Author: Gabriel Mojay
Water Magic: Healing Bath Recipes for the Body, Spirit, and Soul
Model: 0684801426
Author: Mary Muryn
The Natural Beauty and Bath Book: Nature's Luxurious Recipes. . .
Model: 1579901786
Author: Casey Kellar
The Healing Aromatherapy Bath: Therapeutic Treatments
Model: 1580171974
Author: Margo Valentine Lazzara
GUESTS :
Kim Gordon
1753 Washington Way
Venice, CA 90291
Phone: 310-574-4071
Email: kimgordon@mediaone.net
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