Monday 23 January 2017

Essential Oils and Your Feet

Do you apply essential oils to your feet?? If not, you should!!  Here's why this concept is a good idea:

1. Reflexology and the application of essential oils go hand in hand (or foot in foot?!). You may increase the benefits of the essential oils by following a reflexology chart.
2. The skin on the soles of the feet is less sensitive than the rest of the body. This means there is less of a chance for you to have a reaction to the oils.

3. The pores on the feet are thicker than pores elsewhere on the body. This allows the essential oils to be absorbed more quickly and reach the bloodstream faster. In addition, the feet and hands do not have sebaceous glands. Sebum is an oily substance that covers the body and helps waterproof and lubricate the skin. Better absorption is achieved because feet lack this substance.






The details, recipes and blends provided on this site are for information purposes only.  I am not a healthcare professional, just a mother who is wanting a natural lifestyle for her family. please be sure to consult your primary healthcare provider before adding essential oils to your routine.

2 comments:

  1. I was just wondering what oil you put on your foot for heart

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    1. Thank you for your inquiry. I will be doing a more indepth post on this topic shortly.
      Calming blends would be beneficial. Essential oils that support cardiovascular health include Frankincense, cypress, basil, lemon, lavender, ylang ylang and marjoram.
      Please remember the informaiton posted here is not meant to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease and always consult a doctor prior to use.

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