Dominant oils: Lemongrass, Grapefruit, Grand fir
Function: The aromatherapy alternative to caffeine: may open the eyes, increase mental focus and sharpen memory. A fresh citrus blend that may promote mental clarity for work, for study, for difficult times-for anytime. Also may relieve the transition from sleep to waking.
Use: Inhalation, diffuser, topical on temples and forehead
Direct inhalation: Put a few drops on a tissue and inhale the scent. Dropping a few drops on a wet washcloth in the shower or bath also works well.
Diffuser and nebulizer: 3-10 drops into water for a diffusor with a heat or air source. Use about 3ml for a nebulizer operated by an air pump.
Massage: Use 15-30 drops per 1 oz (30ml) carrier oil or lotion and massage into desired area. Grapeseed, Jojoba, Sweet Almond oils are best for this purpose. (2-4% dillution)
Bath: Add 1-5 drops into bath water
CAUTION: Never use Aromatherapy Blends undiluted on the skin, except when placing ONE drop on the pulse points as perfume. Check with your health-care practitioner about using blends during pregnancy and postpartum.