Throughout history people have used oils to heal. In combination with going to the doctor and prayer, ,many spiritually, emotionally and physically ill people have been helped by healing oils. Whether you call it “spiritual healing“, “being born again”, “getting right with God”, “enlightenment“, “Reiki healing” or “magic” ; all of us need healing of some kind. And we all know others who need help. Positive thinking, proper diet and exercise can work miracles in our daily lives. Certain smells have an affect on our feeling of wholeness. Experiment with some of the following scents and see if they make a difference in your life.
ALLSPICE Inspires ambition and determination to succeed in school, work or business. Rub on feet, navel or neck.
ALMOND Ancient Egyptians used almond to awaken the senses, especially in the morning upon getting up. Also used as a money attraction . A sensual and relaxing smell.
ANGEL This scent is very peaceful. Anoint a pink candle with angel oil to attract friends. Anoint a white candle to bring peace in the home. Used to call angelic help.
BAYBERRY A healing, rejuvenating scent. Used for money attraction and blessings from above. Also used for protection from evil and to control any situation for the best.
CHERRY This is a cheerful scent. Also brings a feeling of serenity and positive thinking.
CINNAMON Restores your energy when you feel tired, weak or cold. Treats stress and awakens the mind and body. Also bring good luck, money and helps you meditate.
COCONUT Makes people drop that mean exterior and show the soft side of their personality. Helps you attain your objectives by sweet-talking others.
DRAGON’S BLOOD Thought to heighten sexual powers. Overcome and dispel evil spirits. Used to uncross any spell placed upon you. Used on a red and black candle to reverse the curse toward the sender.
FRANKINCENSE A sacred scent to bring many blessings. The ancient Egyptians used it for wisdom. Used in spiritual healing in many churches around the world. Frees you from negative obsessions like drink, drugs, over eating, smoking, unhealthy relationships and trying to control others. Write the bad habit on a parchment paper or white candle and pray faithfully everyday for this compulsion to be overcome.
JASMINE Soothing, stress-relieving, uplifting, sensual scent that attracts love and guardian angels. Used as an aphrodisiac, sedative and to promote peace and tranquility. Carry in a charm bag to attract love and wealth. Rekindle romance in your relationship and fight fatigue by burning in an oil burner.
LAVENDER Used to treat depression, insomnia and heals a broken heart. Relaxes your mind and your muscles, also good for hair and nails. Ancient man used lavender to banish evil spirits and bring compassion to family members. Add a few drops to bath at night for a restful sleep. Soak a cloth in warm water with a small amount of lavender oil and apply to minor sunburn or bug bites.
MYRRH The old testament refer to myrrh being used for the purpose of purification and it is still used in many churches today. Ancient Greeks used myrrh in their perfume. The spicy aroma of myrrh is thought to balance and relax the mind and stimulate and uplift your moods. Burn on charcoal to cleanse home.
PATCHOULI The number one ingredient in perfumes around the world. After the harsh top notes evaporate the rich, musky scent is highly sensual. Used to treat stress, improve complexion and heal skin and scalp disorders. Burn incense or an oil to stimulate the mind when tired. Combine 4 drops with 1 tsp. of cider vinegar in 1 cup of distilled water to rinse hair after shampooing for thinning hair. Relax after a hard day by adding 5 drops to your bath. Wear this sexy scent and notice all the attention you get.
PEPPERMINT Do not use peppermint when pregnant or on children under 3 years old. Use low dilutions to avoid skin irritation. Peppermint is a powerful decongestant, cools feelings of anger, hysteria or emotional burnout. Ancient Greeks and Romans recognized the strong, clean odor was useful for healing, and rubbed walls, floors and furniture to purify an area from any negativity. Peppermint leaves were strewn on bedroom floors in Medieval times to “make a heart rejoice”. Relieve colds and sinus problems by putting peppermint in a oil diffuser. Dip a clean washcloth in 5 drops in a bowl of warm water and apply to painful muscles and joints. Also used on forehead or neck as a remedy for headaches and mental fatigue.
ROSE Rose has a profound positive effect on emotions and instills a feeling of well-being by stimulating production of the “happy hormone” dopamine. Rose is beneficial for treating anxiety and depression. For over 5,000 years roses have been sacred symbol. The ancient Persian word for rose means “spirit”. Egyptian goddess Isis and the Virgin Mary are worshiped to this day with this luxurious oil. Roses are a symbol of passion and desire. Rose herbs can be carried in a pouch for love attraction, calmness and happiness. Enjoy an anti-stress feeling by warming rose oil in a diffuser. Add rose oil to any neutral body cream or oil to create your own beauty, stretch mark or scar remedy. Burn incense for romance.