How to Make an Essential Oil Travel Kit

How to Make an Essential Oil Travel Kit



When your traveling it's not always easy to deal with circumstances that arise--motion sickness, allergies, insect bites, upset stomach from the local cuisine can all make travels less enjoyable. The following will help you know what essential oils to have and some of the uses for your travels. The biggest part is to keep it small; you don't want a large bag to have to carry around.







Things You'll Need:





Chamomile (Athemis nobilis) essential oil




Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globules) essential oil




Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens) essential oil




Ginger (Zingiber officinale) essential oil




Lavender (Lavendula officinalis) essential oil




Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citrates) essential oil




Peppermint (Mentha piperta) essential oil




Tea Tree (Melaleuca alternifolia) essential oil




Small container to hold oils and other necessities, that's easy to travel with, makeup case works well







How to Make an Essential Oil Travel Kit




1


First, because of packing restraints try to get the smallest size bottle of essential oils you can. Even though they may be small bottles there will be more then enough essential oil for your travels.





2


Next, put your oils into the container or bag. When you know how much room you have left, put a few bandages, cotton balls or swabs and base oil--keep it to the bare minimum. Pack items that you know you will use more than others and items that can have more then one use.





3


Know some of the uses for the essential oils:

Bites: Chamomile, Eucalyptus,
Lavender
, Tea Tree

Combat illnesses, viruses, bacteria: Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Lavender, Tea Tree

Headaches, migraines, fevers: Lavender, Peppermint

Heat rash, sunburn, sunstroke, windburn: Chamomile, Lavender, Eucalyptus

Insect repellant: Lavender, Lemongrass, Peppermint, Tea Tree

Muscle cramps, exhaustion: Chamomile, Eucalyptus, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender

Jet lag, motion sickness: Eucalyptus, Geranium, Ginger, Lavender, Lemongrass, Peppermint

Stomach troubles: Chamomile, Ginger, Lavender, Peppermint

Wounds: Lavender, Tea Tree





4


Print this page or write down the uses, place in the container with your essential oils as a reference. It's always nice to have a reference because you may not remember what oils work for which use.





5


Now your essential oil travel kit is ready to go. Place the container in your carry-on if at all possible.








Tips & Warnings










Depending on if you are traveling by plane, it's best to check and follow their guidelines. You may need to pack the essential oils in your luggage verses your carry-on. You don't want to have your essential oils taken by the airline and not be able to use them when needed.








Tea tree and Lavender can safely be used undiluted, but any other oil needs to be diluted.








Test the oils on your skin before you pack them to see if you will have a reaction. If you do have a reaction to any oil don't pack it, use a different oil for that circumstance.



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How to Make an Essential Oil First Aid Kit

How to Make an Essential Oil First Aid Kit



Essential oils can be useful in first aid situations if you know how to use them. They generally are inexpensive than many traditional remedies. Learning more about the healing properties of essential oils will help you to pack your own first aid kit.









1


Decide which essential oils you want to put in your first aid kit. Limit the number of oils for your kit. 6 or 7 is a good amount. The most common and useful essential oils to include are
lavender
, chamomile, peppermint, tea tree and
rosemary
. Lavender is used to treat burns and bruises. Tea tree oil can be used for insect bites. Peppermint helps with stomach problems. Common uses for a first aid kit are scraps, cuts, bruises, bites and burns. Include essential oils specifically for these (see Resources below).





2


Store your first aid kit and essential oils properly. Essential oils are volatile. Store oils in brown glass bottles away from heat and light.





3


Decide what carrier oils and bases to include in your first aid kit. Many times an essential oil must be mixed before applying. Use of oils such as sweet almond oil or base salves is recommended.





4


Include gauze, band-aids, tapes, scissors, tweezers, ice packs and other first aid needs. Be adaptable to the needs of your first aid kit. For example, in the summer, you will need different things than in the winter.





5


Make a reference sheet. Many times in an emergency you can forget what essential oil properties are. Include a list of useful essential oil remedies.








Tips & Warnings










Essential oils have a shelf life. Periodically go through your first aid kit and make sure your oils are still fresh.








Perform a skin patch test to check for any allergic or adverse reaction. If any reaction occurs during test or use, discontinue immediately.



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How to Make an Essential Oil Basic Care Kit

How to Make an Essential Oil Basic Care Kit



The following will help you put together 10 very useful essential oils for basic needs around the house. You will know what oils to have around and some of the uses for the oils.







Things You'll Need:





Essential Oils-Chamomile (Athemis nobilis), Clove (Eugenia caryophyllata), Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globules), Geranium (Pelargonium graveolens), Lavender (Lavendula officinalis), Lemon (Citrus limonum)







How to Make an Essential Oil Basic Care Kit




1


When you have all your essential oils, put the essential oils in the container. This way you have all the oils together in one place and readily available for use when needed.





2


Now add some of the necessities you will use with your essential oils like cotton balls, cotton swabs, bandages, base oils--anything that would be useful for basic uses.





3


Next, learn some of the basic uses for the 10 essential oils:

Chamomile--nervous conditions, insomnia, antibacterial, antiseptic, disinfectant, anti-inflammatory, teething, calms, burns, asthma, sprains, nausea, fever, antidepressant, sedative.

Clove--antibacterial, antiseptic, analgesic, helps prevent infections, toothache, asthma, nausea, sedative.

Eucalyptus-anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, antibiotic, deodorizing, antiviral, coughs, colds, insect repellant

Geranium--throat infections, sedative, relax, calm, antiseptic, astringent, balances emotions

Lavender--treats burns and scalds, natural antibiotic, antiseptic, antidepressant, sedative, detoxifier, promotes healing, prevents scarring, stimulates the immune system, stimulates cells in wound to quickly regenerate, balances mood, headaches, migraines, can be used undiluted

Lemon--antiseptic, antibacterial, insect bites, tension headaches, tonic, stimulates digestion, assist in weight loss, cellulite, wrinkles

Peppermint--aids digestion, helps the respiratory system, helps circulation, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, indigestion, flu, headaches, migraines, toothache, fatigue

Rosemary--physical stimulant, mental stimulant, muscular conditions, antiseptic, depression, fatigue, migraine, headache, cough, flu, hair care, acne, cellulite

Tea Tree--antiseptic, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, used to treat candida (yeast infection), athlete's foot, acne, can be used undiluted

Thyme (Thymus vulgaris)--antiviral, antibiotic, antiseptic, flu, warts, fatigue, acne, anti-parasitic, insect repellant





4


Print this page or write down the uses and place in the container with your essential oils so that you always have a reference for some of the basic uses of the oils.





5


Now that your essential oil basic care kit is put together, you are ready to use it. You will find that you will use some oils more then others over time and you may want to add other necessities to your kit.








Tips & Warnings










It's best to store your essential oils in a cool, dark, dry location-this will allow for a longer shelf life and keep the oils from going bad. The bathroom medicine cabinet is not recommended since the bathroom temperatures fluctuate and is usually very damp.








Test the oils on the skin if you have a reaction, discontinue use, you can still use the oil around the house just not on the skin.








Don't use any essential oil undiluted unless stated otherwise.



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