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Treating Insect Bites With Essential Oils
By admin | May 30, 2008
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Essential oils are ideal for treating most kinds of insect bites. Essential oils such as Lavender and Peppermint reduce insect bite-induced itching and infection.
Single oils:
Lavender, Eucalyptus globulus, Citronella, Tea Tree, Peppermint, Rosemary
Blends:
Purification (contains: Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus), lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus), rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), Melaleuca (Melaleuca alternifolia) lavandin (Lavandula x hybrida), and myrtle (Myrtus communis).
Melrose (contains: Ingredients: Melaleuca (Melaleuca alternifolia), naouli (Melaleuca quinquenervia), rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), and clove (Syzygium aromaticum).
PanAway (contains: Wintergreen (Gaultheria procumbens), helichrysum (Helichrysum italicum), clove (Syzygium aromaticum) and peppermint (Mentha piperita).
Blends for Stings and Bites:
1 drop Thyme
10 drops Lavender
4 drops Eucalyptus radiata
3 drops Roman or German Chamomile
Application:
Topical: NEAT or DILUTE 50/50 with a base oil such as almond or jojoba or V6, apply 1-2 drops on bite location 2-4 times daily.
BEE STINGS
Single Oils:
Lavender, Idaho Tansy
Blends:
Purification, Melrose, PanAway
Bee Sting Regimen:
Flick or scrape stinger out with credit card or knife, taking care not to squeeze the venom sack.
Apply 1-2 drops Purification, Melrose, Lavender, or Idaho Tansy on location. Repeat until the venom spread has stopped.
Apply Lavender with or without Idaho Tansy 2-3 times daily until redness abates. PanAway may be substituted for Purification
CHIGGARS (Mites)
Single Oils:
Tea Tree, Lavender
Blends:
R.C. (contains: Eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, myrtus communis oil, pinus sylvestris (pine) leaf oil, origanum majorana (marjoram) leaf oil, eucalyptus radiata leaf oil, eucalyptus citriodora leaf oil, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) oil, cupressus sempervirens oil, tsuga canadensis leaf oil, and mentha piperita (peppermint) oil.
Purification (contains: Citronella (Cymbopogon nardus), lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus), rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis), Melaleuca (Melaleuca alternifolia) lavandin (Lavandula x hybrida), and myrtle (Myrtus communis)
Application:
Topical: NEAT 2-6 drops, depending on size of affected area, 3-5 times daily.
TICKS
Single Oils:
Thyme, Oregano, Peppermint
Blends:
R.C., Purification
Application:
Topical: NEAT, apply 1 drop neat thyme or oregano to tick to loosen from skin. Apply 1 drop neat Purification on site to detoxify wound. Apply 1 drop neat Peppermint every 5 minutes to reduce pain and infection.
BLACK WIDOW SPIDER BITE
Get victim to an emergency care facility immediately. Rub 1 drop lavender every 2-3 minutes over bite until you reach the hospital.
BROWN RECLUSE SPIDER BITE
The bite of this spider causes a painful redness and blistering which progresses to a gangrenous slough of the affected area. Seek immediate medical attention. Apply NEAT 1 drop of either Purification or Thieves every minute until you reach medical treatment.
PLEASE NOTE: The information in this article is based solely on the use of 100% Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils due to their high quality and tested purity. The use of a brand of uncertain quality and/or purity will provide you with potentially dangerous, if not lethal, results. The author assumes no responsibility for your improper use of this information.
The statements about these oils have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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June 17th, 2008 at 12:43 am
This will sure come in handy on many occasions since I spend decent number of hours in my garden . Thanks for providing this valuable information .
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