Essential DIY Aromatherapy

Supplies for DIY Hand Sanitizer and Wipe

By now, we all have our handwashing technique down and are practiced at the physical distancing dance. We have all mastered the method of using disinfecting wipes for every touched surface and hand sanitizer even though handwashing is best. But what can we do when our stash of disinfecting wipes and hand cleanser /sanitizer is running low, and the supermarket shelves are empty? Or, if you are like me, a recycle reuse junkie and are fretting at filling up the landfill with all those packaged wipes, get started on DIY, disinfecting wipes, and hand sanitizer. It is so easy that even the kids can get involved, under your supervision, of course. As an added plus, essential oils are a perfect combo with homemade hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes. Though there is no essential oil or a blend of oils that are active against the Sars-Cov-2 virus there is some limited, in vitro, and in vivo, research that shows essential oil activity against other viruses. Just like bacteria, all viruses are not alike (some have an outer envelope, and some do not and will not react the same way on surfaces or in the body). [1]

Calm is Contagious

Essential Oils for staying calm in a crisis

During this crazy time, when everything feels out of our control, it feels good to tackle the things you can control such as your stress level. Our new Calm is Contagious Blend will help take the edge off and give you that tranquil vibe that is eluding us all right now. Diffuse it or add to a nasal inhaler and inhale deeply, or try combining Calm is Contagious Blend with your favorite carrier oil (I added some of mine to the collection) for a luxurious moisturizing rub after a bath. If you prefer you can even add this carrier oil blend to your bath and enjoy a de-stress soak. Another effective way to use it is to add it to argan oil which is great for hair health and give yourself a deep scalp massage and leave on overnight. De-stress and healthy hair!

Now breathe and enjoy ……... Note: When diffusing, don’t exceed 30-minute intervals and diffuse in well-ventilated areas.

Calm is Contagious Blend Lavender Lavandula angustifolia oil: 20 drops Ylang ylang Cananga odorata var. genuina essential oil: 15 drops Marjoram Origanum majorana essential oil: 10 drops Neroli Citrus aurantium var. amara essential oil: 2 drops You will need a separate empty bottle to blend the oils together in. Blend all the oils and shake well. Please note, the marjoram essential oil in this formula can be substituted with Roman chamomile or clary sage essential oil.