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Aromatherapy Tips For Quitting Smoking

While there are many things to get you through quitting smoking, like exercise, support from friends and family and finding alternative ways to de-stress, aromatherapy is often overlooked when finding something other than chewing gum to curb cravings. While it is not a miracle cure to stop cravings or anxiety, here are a few ingredients you may find helpful:

Black Pepper Essential Oil

Don't worry- it won't make you sneeze or your eyes water like ground peppercorns! It's a stimulant and can improve circulation, so best to use it to kickstart your day- not before bedtime. Inhalation of this oil has helped to quickly reduce cravings for nicotine. Try adding it to a diffuser and breathing deeply or add a little drop under your tongue.

Citrus Oils

Some recommend citrus oils like lemon, grapefruit or wild orange when they are going through withdrawal- the fresh and clean scent helps bring you out of the cloud of smoke and to feel smoke-free. These are best taken by inhalation so if you smoke in your house, try dropping some lemon in a spray bottle with water and spraying the room to give it a fresher scent.

Relaxing Blends

If the hardest part of quitting for you is the anxiety and irritation you get from missing your cigarette break, there are a few oil blends to help calm your nerves: Lavender and Serenity is a good blend to lift the spirits and help relax- a good one for bedtime.

Remember the key to essential oils is to find out what works best for YOU. When using any of these essential oils read the previous post guidelines recommended by Essential Oil expert Nikki Wells. Like us on Facebook for info on Nikki's monthly aromatherapy events at The Backrub*.

 

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*Did you miss out on last month's Essential Oils primer with Nikki? Our next one will be held in-store on April 21st at 6:30pm. She will be focusing on "Spring Cleaning" with essential oils for allergies and detoxing. Don't miss out! Free gift for all who attend.
 Email: inquiries@greatbackrubs.com to book your place 

Event This Sunday plus Essential Oils: Facts & Remedies!

If you are a novice to the great benefits of essential oils, please come to The Backrub's in-store primer this Sunday, March 10th at 6:30pm- it's totally free AND there's a free gift for everyone who comes. Please RSVP via email: inquiries@greatbackrubs.com

If you can't wait for this Sunday and want to brush up on your knowledge on therapeutic aromas, read on for some helpful facts!

This season is a popular time for remedies for hay fever and allergies. As you may find out on Sunday, aromatherapy expert Nikki Wells has a great source of essential oils from Do Terra that can battle these discomforts caused by airborne allergens: 

Lemon, Lavender and Peppermint are a natural antihistamine for hay fever and symptoms like headaches, sneezing and sinus congestion.  DoTerra Lemon, Lavender and Peppermint are Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade, approved for internal use.  Some people drop 1-2 drops in a glass of water, and drink (Put oils in glass first, then add water). Effects may be felt almost immediately!

Natural oils like Guard, Breathe and Lemon may also help build children's immune system, especially when they are prone to allergies. On Guard and Lemon from Do Terra can be put in a spray bottle with water and sprayed in areas around the house and car. Applicate Breathe (with a carrier oil) to their chest and hands and get them to breathe deeply with their hands over their nose. The smell and topical application of these oils may help build their immune system without having to turn to medication.

*Please remember: When using a new essential oil on your body for the first time, perform a patch test on a small part of your skin- just in case you have an allergic reaction!* 

There are countless benefits of essential oils in everyday life, from healing emotional stresses to soothing physical pain - The Backrub holds many of the Do Terra oils in-store- check them out on our website HERE. Look out for more posts this month with suggestions, remedies and facts and come down to The Backrub this Sunday, March 10th at 6:30 where Nikki will be sharing her passion with you! 

If you have any suggestions or questions on Sunday or subjects discussed in this post, please email: inquiries@greatbackrubs.com