Spring Time is a glorious time of the year. It is a true reminder of how beautiful change can truly be. The time of new beginings. The days get longer and warmer, the birds sing their tuneful songs, the grass grows and the flowers bloom. As the flowers bloom so do our allergies. From Sneezing to itchy eyes and skin, many of us react in different ways. Essential oils can treat allergy symptoms whilst boosting the health of the immune system so that it no longer reacts to these common allergens. Below is a list of my top 10 essential oils for spring time, how to use them, and how they can benefit you so you can make the most of Spring.
Frankincense
- When inhaled Franincense has been found to act as a steroid. Its anti inflammatory properties soothe inflammation throughout the body, reducing the swelling of the airways that is responsible for the stuffy nose, headaches, blocked sinus'sand a congested throat.
Lemon - Lemon essential oil is not only refreshing and uplifting and is often used as a mood booster and anxiety easer, it also fights allergy symptoms. It is high in vitamin C which improves the function of the immune system whilst reducing symptoms such as a sore throat, stuffy nose and watery eyes.
Eucalyptus - Eucalyptus essential oil is a potent decongestant that can open your airways when inhaled. Used as an expectorant, eucalyptus promotes clear airways and relieves congestion for easier breathing. he cool sensation of Euculyptus also eases sinus itchiness and pain.
Just sniffing the bottle can instantly thin the mucus and phlegm thats clogging up your nose and throat.
Peppermint - Cheery and invogorating and wonderful for sinuses and sore throats. Peppermint essential oil is often referred to as an adaptogenic oil, meaning it can be both sedating and stimulating. Aside from having an uplifing aroma, peppermint oil has numerous health benefits. It is rubefacient, it draws blood from deeper tissues and relieves congestion and inflammation.
It can be diffused or diluted with carrier oil and rubbed onto chest and throat area.
Lavender - With incredibly soothing properties, Lavender is a must have during allergy season. From its anti inflammatory effects to its calming qualities, the benefits of lavender are endless. Known as a natural antihistamine, lavender can help ease your body's inflammotory response. You can also use Lavender to soothe skin irritations that commonly occur with allergies. It can help calm irritated and swollen sinuses and other allergy related issues.
Apply a drop or 2 to the back of your neck, chest and between your eyes.
Blends
Diffuse frank and lemon to fight seasonal allergies.
Roller Bottle Blend
10 drops of lavender
10 drops of lemon
15 drops peppermint
Add Oils to 10ml glass roller bottle , then fill to the top with your favourite carrier oil.
Roll on temples, back of neck and under the nose.