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spa-foot.jpgA massage with aromatic oils can soothe sore muscles, stimulate circulation or promote relaxation. To make your own scented massage oil, you can use either essential oils or fresh or dried herbs mixed with an additional light oil. If you use dried herbs, use half the amount of fresh herbs. For a stimulating massage oil, try rosemary, oregano or mint. For relaxing massage oil, try chamomile, lavender or basil.

This massage oil recipe also can be used as bath oil; simply pour a tablespoon or two of the prepared oil into the bath water.

• 1/2 cup light oil such as almond, apricot, sunflower, or light olive oil will all work as great based for your essential oils.
• 50 drops of essential oil, 1/4 cup fresh herbs or 1/8 cup dried herbs of your choice.

If using essential oils, simple mix the two oils in a clean bottle and shake gently. If using fresh or dried herbs, mix the oil and herbs and heat gently in the microwaver or on the stovetop, but do not let them start to boil. Cool the oil mixture completely and filter out the solids.

To use, pour a small amount onto your clean hands. Rub your hands together to warm the oils, then massage into the skin and muscles. Be sure to comtinue to rub until the essential oils benefits have fully been incorporated into the skin. Also you can use this same mixture on your temples or pulse points of the body for relaxation needs or stress relief. Makes 4 ounces. (Source: Herb Companion 2007)

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