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“Diffusers, how do we use them?”


This kind of burner has a place at the bottom for a tea light candle and on the top is a well were
you put water and place 4 to 6 drops of your favorite Essential Oil. Light the candle and the heat
from the flame lets the aroma fill the room.  Keep an eye on the flame. When it goes out there
might still be oil and water in the well. Clean the well so that it will be ready for the next use.
This kind of Diffuser comes in many sizes and shapes made of glass, ceramic and metal.


On the top is a well were you put water and place 4 to 6 drops of your favorite Essential Oil.  The
light bulb generates sufficient heat to diffuse the essential oil. It is similar to the tea light candle,
but without the live flame.  It will usually last most of the night. In the morning, if there is still oil
and water in the well, clean it thoroughly so that it will be ready for the next use. This diffuser
has a rotating lock plug in its base to fit any outlet and comes in four different designs.

This diffuser is to be used with a 40 to 60 (maximum) watt bulb. Take care not to burn yourself
on the brass ring while it is hot. There are ceramic versions, but some prefer brass because it
seems to diffuse more effectively.  Put water in the ring depression and add 4 to 6 drops of your
favorite Essential Oil then carefully place it on the light bulb while the bulb is turned off.  Make
sure that none of the water gets on the light bulb--it could shatter the bulb and cause injury.

This diffuser also is a humidifier and ionizer. It is easily portable. You can take it to the
office or place it in any room. It has a inner plastic cup-like well that you fill with water
and then add 4 to 6 drops of your favorite Essential Oil. You need to keep this one very
clean and check the cups to make sure there are no leaks. Additional cups are included.

This diffuser plugs into your car cigarette lighter.  Place 4 to 6 drops of your favorite Essential Oil 
on the little card, slide it into the slot and plug the device in to your lighter. It runs off the car battery.
 
It will freshen the air in your car. Replacement cards are included so that you can change your scent.


These are cool. They have a Velcro attachment.  You can place them on the dash of your car, or even in
the rear window area, if your dash is not Velcro-friendly. Place 4 to 6 drops of your favorite Essential Oil
on the ceramic disc. The sun works as the heater to diffuse the Essential Oil. Your car will smell great.

Reed diffusers are an enjoying popularity this year. It is a “Set-it-and-Forget-it” Diffuser, but when
you are not able to smell the aroma any more, it is time to refresh the mixture and wipe dust off 
reeds. The reeds can be re-used, but eventually you will have to throw them away and start
with fresh ones. They usually come with Essential Oil or fragrance of some kind, but you can
getthem plain and add your own Essential oil mixture. When you don’t use them the cork-lid
will prolong the scent and keep the dust out. The smaller the room the less reeds you need.

Burn and Sunburn Remedy Suggestion

Put ice on burned skin until the pain is relieved. Blot skin dry. Put a good coat of honey on the burned area. (Yes, honey!)  Honey has many natural therapeutic qualities—it can help to heal damage to the skin. Be sure you have a damp washcloth to blot up excess honey, but most of it will be absorbed into the skin. (This works for other burns, too.) Then just sit back and relax for about 20 minutes before you rinse off the excess honey with very cold water. Then again, blot dry the skin. Don't rub it. After this treatment, you should experience relief from the sting of the burn. If it still hurts, repeat the process. The honey speeds the healing process as well as preventing scars. If you are allergic to honey, try lavender essential oil instead of honey. It isn't as sticky, but it will also heal and prevent scarring. We have found that the honey works faster than lavender.


Essential Oils that have Antibacterial Properties:

Bay Laurel, Bergamot , Black Pepper, Cajuput, Cassia , Chamomile, Cinnamon, Clove Bud , Cypress, Eucalyptus, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lavender Spike, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Marjoram, Niaouli, Oregano, Palma Rosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Pine, Ravensara, Rosemary, Sage, Sandalwood, Tea Tree and Thyme.

 

Essential Oils that have Anti-Viral Properties:

All Spice, Anise, Balsam Fir, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Blue Camphor, Cassia, Cajuput, Cinnamon, Clary Sage, Clove, Cypress, Elemi, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Garlic, Helichrysum, Juniper, Labdanum, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Melissa, Myrrh, Niaouli, Onion, Oregano, Palmarosa, Patchouli, Peppermint, Pine, Ravensara, Rosemary, Sandalwood, Sage, Tarragon, Tea Tree-(also known as Melaleuca) and thyme.


Aromatherapy

 

The human sense of smell is amazing.  It has been observed that certain aromas actually affect mental, emotional, and physical health.  Used correctly, natural, pure fragrances can combat stress, ease pain, and alleviate tension.  The positive effects of certain olfactory stimulants have been shown to bring about measurable positive effects on the limbic system and the brain—the seat of memory and emotion. Essential Oils have amazing healing properties and are absorbed both by smell and osmosis when applied on the skin via carrier oils, creams, or lotions. Keep out of the reach of children.

Click on #1 or #2 for more about Aromatherapy.


Ingredients


Aloe Vera - a succulent plant with healing properties. The pulp of the leaves may be used for antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing.  It enhances healing for burns and other skin conditions.  There are no known side-effects.

Apricot Kernel Oil - carrier oil and natural moisturizer for skin types that cannot absorb oils efficiently. Good for mature skin.

Bees Wax - a natural wax manufactured by bees for cells where they store honey (honeycomb).

Calciferol - part of Vitamin D -- promotes healthy skin.

Carbomer - a white powder, lightly acidic, used as a thickener for both water and oils in cosmetics.  A  low volume is recommended for sensitive skin. High volumes are utilized in gel formulation processes.

Castor Oil - cosmetic grade natural vegetable oil from castor beans. Used to bind ingredients that include water in cosmetics. Creates a sticky feeling on the skin, but soothes skin irritations. Used in bath oils, perfumes, cosmetic face masks and lipsticks.

Cetheth-20 - derived from vegetable oil, used as a thickening agent in cosmetics to stabilize mixed ingredients.

Cetyl Alcohol - solid organic compound that was one of the first alcohols to be isolated from vegetable oils such as palm oil and coconut oil.

Coconut Oil (plain and / or Bleached and Deodorized) - natural saturated fat extracted from coconuts. Used in soap, shampoos conditioners, and lotions. Helps promote lather as a cleansing agent. Beneficial to skin.

Colloidal Silver - actual silver atomized in solution.  Considered a natural mild antibiotic and antiviral.

Deionized Water - water that has had particles and components that interfere with stability and performance of cosmetics filtered out. .

Dimethicone - a fine silicone 'sand' with unique fluid properties.  It gives a smooth, silky feel on skin.  An effective emollient. Used to reduce scarring and to heal wounds.

DMDM Hydantoin - cosmetic grade of formaldehyde used as a preservative. Used in low volumes for cosmetic products.

Essential oils - oils extracted from whole fragrant and / or aromatic harvested bulk herbal plant material by a process of distillation. They have natural medicinal and healing benefits.

Grapeseed Oil - carrier oil, with natural Vitamins E and F--antioxidant and Anti-aging effect.

Green Tea - herbal tea with healing and longevity properties.

Glycerin - natural cosmetic grade vegetable plant extract used as a cosmetic emulsifier and moisturizer.

Herbs - natural, safe, edible, and suitable for topical application to the body for a wide variety of ailments.

Hydroxyethcellulose - a by-product of corn, which is used as a binder in many cosmetics, makeup foundations, shampoos, mascaras, hair rinses, tanning products and lotions.

Jojoba Oil - extracted from the Jojoba plant, it is a carrier oil, natural sunscreen, antioxidant, and has healing and moisturizing effects on skin; high in Vitamin E and collagen.

Lake Salts - naturally occurring in saline bodies of water.

Methylparaben - wood alcohol and benzoic acid, found naturally in cherry bark, raspberries, tea, anise, and cassia barks.

Natural Coloring - cosmetic grade, similar to food coloring.                 

Palm Oil - natural plant extract from palm butter. Used in baby soaps, soaps, salves, and ointments.  

Panthenol - Vitamin B5.

Propylparaben -  preservative against bacteria and fungus. From benzoic acid, it is found naturally in cherry bark, raspberries and tea.

Propylene Glycol - cosmetic grade humectant, used to retain moisture. Is in foundations, deodorants, hair spray mascaras, baby lotions, mouthwashes, and lipsticks.

Purified Water- natural water that is filtered and distilled to remove any chemicals, algae, or bacteria.

Retinol / Retinol Palmitate - Vitamin  A.

Safflower Oil - from the flowers of the safflower plant.  Carrier oil, high in polyunsaturated fatty acids

Shea Butter - Made from the fruit of the Mangifolia, or Karite Tree.  Promotes cell-regeneration, as well as moisturization and cleansing.

Sodium Cocoate - from natural coconut oil. Cleansing agent and moisturizer.

Sodium Hydroxide - a form of soda lye used in shampoos, soaps, and shaving creams as a sudsing agent.

Sodium Laurate - cosmetic grade weak lathering agent. In soapless shampoos, bubble bath, toothpaste, and lotions.

Sodium Laureth Sulfate - cosmetic grade water softening lathering agent used in bubble bath, soapless shampoos, toothpastes, lotions, and creams.

Sodium Myristate - natural vegetable fat used in shampoos, soaps, creams, and lather foaming agent.

Sodium Stearate - a fatty acid stearic acid emulsifier and thickening agent used in toothpaste, deodorants, soap less shampoos and shaving lather. Doesn’t irritate the skin. 

Sorbitan oleate - from plant fats, emulsifier used in shaving creams, lipsticks and soft soaps.

Sorbitol - a natural sugar sweetener made from fruit, also has humectant qualities.

Soybean protein - conditioner for skin as well as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.

Stearic Acid - derived from vegetable fats and oils. Known as a sensitizer.

Sucrose - a sugar-derived preservative and antioxidant in cosmetic form.

Sunflower Oil -  organic carrier oil, high in polyunsaturated fatty acids.

Sweet Almond Oil – used as a carrier for essential oils. Can heal irritated or dry skin.

Titanium dioxide - a natural cosmetic grade mineral used as a whitener in face powders, lipsticks, nail polish, candy and chewing gum.

Tocopheryl Acetate -  Vitamin E.

Triethanolamine - cosmetic grade detergent and cleansing agent. Used in lotions, soaps, shampoos and bath powder.

Vitamin  A - Retinol / Retinol Palmitate.

Vitamin B5 - Panthenol.

Vitamin D - Calciferol, promotes healthy skin.

Vitamin E - Tocopheryl Acetate.

Vegetable Glycerin - natural cosmetic grade vegetable plant extraction used as a cosmetic emulsifier and moisturizer.

Witch hazel - a natural herbal astringent, natural alcohol, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and local anesthetic.  Refreshes the skin.


Precaution:  

Always consult an Aromatherapist regarding the use of essential oils, and tell your Physician

that you are using essential oils.

 

Essential oils for use on the skin need to be diluted with a base and / or carrier oil.

 

There is no scientific evidence for the following; there are those who believe that epileptics should avoid Camphor, Fennel, Hyssop, Sage, Rosemary, Birch, or Wintergreen. Pregnant women should avoid Origanum, Peppermint, Rose, Rosemary, Sage, Thyme, Wintergreen or Birch for at least the first three months of their pregnancy, unless under

the care and guidance of an Aromatherapist and Physician.

 

Test all products on inside of elbow or behind the ear for 24 hours.

If allergic reaction occurs discontinue use. All cream and oil products are for  

external use only. Do not put in eyes or mouth. Keep out of the reach of small children.

 

("Essential oils can be harmful and even fatal to pets, do not apply them to your pet unless under the supervision of a Certified Aromatherapist and / or Veterinarian.")

All creams and Oil products from Soothers can be applied to skin, feet, hands, face and meridians. Take care and caution in THE APPLICATION OF all products.  They are absorbed through the skin.