Sore Muscles? Try Using Essential Oils!
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Ever since we've started, did you realize the plethora of benefits USDA Certified Organic Essential Oils have? If you haven't already kick started your journey, then you should now because it takes time to know what suits you as an individual.
Today we are back to add a little extra comfort to your life by incorporating essential oils into your wellness regimen. We'll talk about sore muscles that are a consequence of workouts, that asks you to derail the rest of your day which sucks. If foam rolling and other hacks aren't doing the trick to crack the sore muscle code, then the time has come to start considering essential oils.
These oils will relieve the pain, tension and swelling of your muscles and help you ease them in a snap. Pick the one that best describes the situation at hand to make the most of your essential oils.
ESSENTIAL OILS TO RELIEVE PAIN AND SWELLING
- Peppermint Essential Oil
- Helichrysum Essential Oil
- Marjoram Essential Oil
- Lavender Essential Oil
- Rosemary Essential Oil
ESSENTIAL OILS TO RELIEVE TENSION AND SWELLING
- Cedarwood Essential Oil
- Frankincense Essential Oil
- Oregano Essential Oil
The above-mentioned oils are sure to help you post workout if you're feeling any pain or tension in your muscles.
But if you're dealing with only one symptom the custom blends mentioned below may help you alleviate pain too.
PAIN RELIEF
- Ginger Essential Oil
- Black Pepper Essential Oil
- Clove Essential Oil
TENSION RELIEF
- Clary Sage Essential Oil
- Juniper Berry Essential Oil
SWELLING RELIEF
- Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- Lemongrass Essential Oil
Assuming you're new to the Essential oil game, and thinking how we use them, then keep reading below.
HOW TO USE ESSENTIAL OILS?
Essential oils are potent, therefore proper dilution with a carrier oil is important. Although carrier oil can absorb some of the essential oil’s potency, they don't interfere with its therapeutic properties which will help you in alleviating the pain associated with sore muscles.
For topical application you can use a ratio of 1 tsp carrier Oil for 1 each drop of Essential Oil. You can use any USDA Certified organic carrier oils like Fractionated Coconut Oil, Jojoba Oil and Argan Oil to name a few that are widely used.
ARE YOU A ROLL-ON PERSON?
Roll on bottles are the best way to carry essential oils on the go and allow a mess free application. To make your own roller blend oil for sore muscles, follow the steps below:
- Take a 10 mL roller bottle
- Use a dropper to add 15 drops of your chosen essential oil
- Fill the rest of the bottle with carrier oil
- Firmly press the roller ball on top of the bottle
- Roll the bottle between your hands for 30 seconds to ensure that the essential oil and carrier oil have mixed well
WANT TO EXPERIENCE THE THERAPEUTIC BENEFITS WHILE YOU'RE TAKING BATH?
- Add 12 drops of essential oil to an ounce of a carrier oil
- Add it to your bathtub filled with water and allow the water to absorb the oil completely
- Dip yourself in and enjoy a bath full of therapeutic benefits.