Essential oils are a powerful supplement to any health regime. Now that you have bought your oil of choice you may be thinking to yourself: What now? How am I supposed to use this?Luckily our massage therapist, Shawnda, has the answer for you!

ENVIROMENTAL IMMERSION

is used to uplift and purify your environment by diffusing your favorite essential oil or essential oil blend. This technique turns your house or workplace into a place to unwind. Because we all know there is no smell like the smell of the spa!

PALM INHALATION

is used to awaken the brain, clear your sinuses, and stimulate the nervous system. Apply 1-2 drops of the oil of your choice to your hands, rub together, then loosely cup open hands above your face. Inhale deeply.

STEAM INHALATION

is the most powerful method of delivering oils via inhalation and skin absorption. It penetrates tissues, loosens residue on the skin, opens pores, boosts circulation and subtle energy flow in the face, neck, sinuses, and bronchioles

Add 1-5 drops of oil into a bowl of hot water and place on table. Cover head and shoulders to create a “steam tent.” Use this method for up to 10 minutes. Follow this with application of your Eminence moisturizer of choice.

AROMATHERAPY BATH

Boosts relaxation and circulation and opens the pores. Add 5-10 drops into ½ to 1 cup of salt or other emulsifier, such as milk or sesame oil before adding to warm bath water. Without salts or emulsifier, the oils will float on the water and settle directly on the skin. Combined with heat of the water this could cause irritation.

LOCAL COMPRESS

Eases joint stiffness and inflammation, muscle aches and pains, menstrual cramps, promotes bruise and wound healing, and boosts skin health.

Mix 10 drops of essential oil in to 4 ounces of hot water or hydrosol. Soak cotton, squeeze out excess water, wrap affected area and cover with towel to contain warmth.