Massage is a great way to apply Essential Oils to the skin however they must always be diluted in a Carrier Oil such as Grapeseed Oil or Almond Oil.
The active molecules are very quickly absorbed into the body and the massage itself is relaxing and therapeutic. A massage takes between 10ml and 20ml of oil. You can massage yourself quite easily by using gentle upward strokes and light pressures along the muscles.
No more than 2% total of pure essential oil should be mixed into a carrier oil of your choice.
Dilution at 2% |
|
5mls (tablespoon) |
2 drops |
10mls |
4 drops |
15mls |
6 drops |
20mls |
8 drops |
25mls |
10 drops |
30mls |
12 drops |
50mls |
20 drops |