Stress Reduction Arkansas

One powerful stress reduction technique is to use pure, healthy essential oils for relaxation.  I first starting using this in my energy working practice and saw wonderful results.

This led to me custom blending for my students and clients.  Soon I was having folks who were not my clients here about me and ask to have something blended for them.  So, a few years later, I have many blends that I have come up with for many, many different reasons.

I will blend a custom blend for you, if you like, or you may try one that has already been blended for whatever purpose you would like to have one for.

I will begin adding descriptions of some of the blends as time goes by, but there are far too many to list here, so let's talk about your unique situation.  Email me!

 I have dozens of blends available.  Here is one of the powerful blends I have for winter.

The nostrils are attached to the limbic system; a part of the brain. The limbic system influences the nervous system and hormones and controls human emotions. When essential oil molecules are inhaled, messages are sent to the limbic system where heart rate, blood pressure, stress level, memory, breathing, digestion, and the immune system are all effected. The use of aromatherapy with massage also stimulates olfactory memory allowing the massage client to associate relaxation and healing with fragrance.

Here are some of the single oils that I have available for you.  I have dozens, so if you are looking for a particular one--just ask.  Many of the blends are going to be built around these two awesome oils.

Orange--the Peace oil.

Lavender--the universal healer.

Below you will find lists of single oils and blends.  Give it a look and then email me with any questions you might have.

This is my official list for the coming year, but I have many more blends.  Email me about any that you might be interested in.

Living Springs Essential Oil Blends 2010  

Ease & Relieve         Eases the mind and relieves the muscles.  Fondly nicknamed "The Yoga Oil" by one of my yoga teachers, so spritzing on your yoga mat will clean the mat while getting you prepared for your practice.  A pleasing blend of Clary Sage and Peppermint, it's a great oil if you've been exercising or had emotional ups and downs.  Created to ease and relieve the mind and the body at the same time.

How the oils work together-- Peppermint relieves muscular strain from exercise or working too hard.  On an emotional level, peppermint stimulates the mind and can counter shock, mental fogginess and lack of focus.  It has a dualistic action which can stimulate the mind and calm the nerves which makes it ideal as a physical tonic and an emotional soother.    

The other oil in this powerful blend, Clary Sage, banishes grief and is excellent for women's issues.   The lovely scent has been known to bring about a sense of calmness and confidence in stressful situations with it's uplifting effect on the mind.  Clary Sage regenerates energy and inspires both the mind and spirit.  It can induce a kind of euphoria, or a feeling of elation.  It is thought to also encourage vivid dreams and enhances creative work.   Put these two oils together and you can see how you would have a powerful oil to work on various levels.

Immunity          This is a smell-good version of the highly popular THIEVES blend.  My twist on it is to make it less medicinal than the original which smells so wonderful that you can wear it as a cologne.  Especially good during the winter, or when you are needing to be around people who are under the weather, this is the ultimate protection against germs while enhancing your immune system.   One of my best sellers because it is so useful to spritz on your office doorknob or your hands before shaking hands at work or in social situations.  You'll find a multitude of uses for this best seller!

Peaceful Sleep        A wonderful way to drift off to slumber.  Marjoram, Lavender and Litsea relax you and let you drift off on fragrant clouds of relaxation. Put a drop on your pillowcase, diffuse while you sleep or put a bit on your feet or hands and breathe in the wonderful relaxing scent before laying down. Heavenly!

Pep Up           This blend of Peppermint and Lime is designed to uplift you mentally and give you more emotional stability.  Use when you are a bit depressed, overwhelmed or anxious and you need to get yourself back under control and attend to the things in your world.  It is wonderfully uplifting when used as an air spritz, as a cologne or a drop on the hands in lotion before going out.  With the Peppermint in it be sure and avoid getting it close to your eyes or lips or you might feel slight burning..

Muscle Relief     What a wonderful, deep working massage oil to give you all over muscle relief while easing the mind at the same time.  Also good for those with arthritis or fibro.  Tangerine and Marjoram will leave you ready to take on the world. And since it is a soothing oil you can spritz around the home, office or car just to ease your mind. The Marjoram is anti-anxiety,soothing and strengthening--all at the same time. 

Sinus Relief       Eucalyptus and Peppermint clear while Lavender heals.  Oh, the relief!

Infinite Love      A Sweet Orange mixed with a soothing, warming Ginger centers you in your heart.  This is a great everyday oil to bring peace into your life.

Revive       This is an oil that brings you back to life emotionally.  Physically it gets rid of congestion or a headache.  Diffuse, use a small amount with lotion or just inhale.  Eucalyptus, Lavender, Peppermint and Sweet Orange combine to make a powerful statement.  It might be a little strong for use on some skin, so use in ample oil or lotion if using in a massage or as a hand lotion.

Monster Tamer       Banish the grumpies, the grouchies, whatever has you or your children acting up!  I made this especially for my friends who have their grand-kids over and need a bit of help with the extra energy in the house.  Use as a spritz or hand lotion before, during and after they come over.

Dance Until Dawn    What a nice blend to center, cheer and uplift you.  You just might feel like dancing until dawn (so  you might want to use it early in the day!)  Tangerine and Litsea are both great for the skin, so besides spritzing the air with it, be sure and try it for a massage or in hand lotion when you want to be calm and centered.  The Peppermint will give you an extra lift and help your muscles if you use it in oil and put on the skin. 

I keep about 50 or so oils on hand to blend with, and each can be used alone with very good results.  Ask about a favorite you might have.  And here is a list of what I consider the most important oils to have around.

Single Oils 

Eucalyptus—Is cooling, anti-viral, for lungs, throat infections, tuberculosis, hay fever, infectious diseases, malaria, gall stones, insect bites, burns, pus, cuts, skin disorders, concentration.  Cautions--use in low doses, avoid if suffering from epilepsy or high blood pressure, do not use while taking homeopathic medications.  It also will kill airborne germs and viruses to help reduce the spread of flues and infections. Wonderful for protection during the winter months.  Diffused for two hours a day will keep colds and flu away. Used in massage oil Eucalyptus is valuable in all respiratory conditions to ease constricted breathing.   Blends well with - Basil, Cedar, Frankincense, Sweet Marjoram, Pine.

Lavender— This is a must for every first aid kit, very calming and for burns, inflammation, cuts, wounds, eczema, dermatitis, sunburns, insomnia, fainting, headaches, influenza, insomnia, hysteria, migraine, nausea, nervousness, tension, calms anxiety, infection, bacterial conditions, sores, ulcers, acne, boils, asthma, rheumatism and arthritis

Lemon--Great for anxiety and stress relief, very relaxing, an anti-depressant, helpful for colds and influenza as it fights germs and bacteria, disinfects, sore throat, nervousness, blood pressure, digestive problems, gallstones, debility, fever, anxiety, as a tonic, astringent and antiseptic, improves concentration

Orange--Depression, anxiety, constipation, nervous conditions, muscular spasm, as a tonic, sedative and antiseptic, helpful for sluggish digestion, poor circulation and cellulite. A diuretic.  It is one of the happy scents, very calming, helpful for anxiety, a great scent for a child's room because they love the fragrance and it is calming and relaxing for the little ones.  It uplifts our mood and helps us feel more positive. Blends well with - spicy oils like Coriander and Cinnamon, also with Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang, Neroli and other citrus oils.

Peppermint--Ant invasion in home, inflammation, nausea, indigestion, fevers, flatulence, headaches, migraines, liver problems, arthritis and as a stimulant, cooling to the body for fevers or in hot weather. A strong digestive aid and breath freshener.  Peppermint's strong antispasmodic action makes it useful in massage for sports injuries.  It's anti-inflammatory action helps sciatica, neuralgia and arthritis. It's stimulating ability helps mental concentration and memory.  It is very stimulating to the mind, relieves mental fatigue and depression.  Use in low dilutions, not necessarily on the skin.  Avoid if you have high blood pressure.

Rosemary—For gout, headaches, fatigue, rheumatism, skin infections, muscular aches and pains, sprains, dandruff, alopecia, obesity, spinal injuries, as a nerve stimulant, heart tonic, liver decongestant and analgesic.  A very protective scent, helps clear negative energy from ones aura and environment.  Energizing, stimulating, great for jet lag, headache, stimulates circulation,very helpful for mental concentration and memory.  Use at work to bring you back into focus before an important meeting.  Works like Eucalyptus to clear the respiratory tract.

Rosewood--Contains about 70% linalol, which accounts for its sedative effect.  A relaxant, balances central nervous system, an immune stimulant.  Choose Rosewood when you want an immune stimulating oil but not an energizing one like

Tea Tree.--Rosewood is gentle, a very safe oil, a good oil for anyone with lowered immunity.  It is also helpful for chronic fatigue.  For colds, coughs, fever, infection.  Very useful in skin care, safe and mild,l for acne, dry, sensitive, inflamed skin, dermatitis, scars, wrinkles, a cellular stimulant and tissue regenerator.  Helpful for jet lag.  Blends well with Lavender, Marjoram and Bergamot.  Bath or massage oil.

Rosalina--A rosy Lavender smelling oil with a distinctive tea tree tone, and can be used in place of Tea Tree.  Also called Lavender Tea Tree.  A gentle, soft but cleansing oil good for a sad or heavy heart, helps to free one from feeling "stuck", inhibitions are subtly dissolved, allows you to be patient with the object of your heart.  Great for respiratory problems, colds & flu, sinus, wounds and infections, tinea, also useful for stress, relaxing & calming.

Basil--Basil is light, fresh, sweet and spicy with balsamic undertones.  The rich, penetrating smell of Basil is helpful in combating mental fatigue while increasing concentration and improving memory.  Basil promotes a feeling of renewed vitality and decisiveness.  It encourages us to take action rather than react to challenges.  Basil is unique as it sharpens the mind while steadying the emotions.  It helps to calm while elevating the spirits. It is useful during periods of stress or sadness.  For those with insomnia due to anxiety with persistent unwanted thoughts, Basil combined with Lavender will help to clear the mind encouraging restful sleep.  Useful in massage in LOW doses to strengthen and tone the muscles while invigorating the mind. Blends well with Bergamot, Geranium and Lavender.

Cedarwood-- Helpful when dealing with feelings of uncertainty and fear.  A fortifying and strengthening oil with a woody, sweet, balsamic, slightly camphoraceous odor.  Cedrus means power.  This oil is fortifying and strengthening, for immovable strength in times of crisis.  To weather turbulent circumstances and make them in the end, productive.  Blend this with Bergamot for it's uplifting anti-depressive qualities.  Anti-infectious and anti-bacterial, it balances, calms, promotes spirituality and courage, very grounding.  A decongesting oil that promotes lymphatic drainage and stimulates breakdown of accumulated fats . A mild diuretic, may be used for excessive weight gain, cellulite and fluid retention.  Blend with Sandalwood for meditation.

Geranium--Uplifting, balances female energies and hormones, pms, menopause, detoxifying, kidneys, gall bladder stones, diabetes, fluid retention, throat, mouth infections, gastritis, insect repellent. Skin-- eczema, herpes, oily skin.  Mind-- anxiety, stress, an anti-depressant.  Blend with Lavender, Clary Sage and Bergamot for a stress relieving massage.

Ginger--Warming to both body and mind.  Helpful for muscular aches and pains, arthritis, rheumatism, colds, chills, and poor circulation, sore throats, reduces fever, digestive system, flatulence, hangovers, travel sickness, aphrodisiac, sharpens the senses, high cholesterol, varicose veins, bruises,  Known to be good for nervous tension and anxiety, sharpens the senses, warming, grounding.

Marjoram--Use for arthritis, muscular aches and pains, rheumatism, sprains and strains, respiratory ailments, colds and flu, headache, high blood pressure, chest infections, regulates menstrual cycle, insomnia, migraine, nervous tension, stress related disorders, motion sickness, calming, grief, good for hyperactive people.   Blends well with Lavender, Rosemary.  

Tea Tree--Immune system enhancer, activates white blood cells, useful in a wide range of bacterial, viral and fungal conditions. Tea Tree is anti-infectious and an immunostimulant and is useful for infections, colds, flu, bronchitis, sinusitis, candidiasis, fungal infections, thrush, inflammation, yeast infections, athlete's foot, acne/blemishes, cold sores, insect bItes, rashes and is very healing on the gums.  It is very invigorating, uplifting and strengthening.  

This information is brought to you by Leslie Barns, Little Rock, AR,  501- 258-4654. When you are ready for your next oils be sure and contact me. I carry only the finest essential oils to be found from around the world. This listing is just a sample of what we have in stock--and I specialize in custom blending at a very affordable price.

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If you are a massage therapist I would love to work with you to provide you with these high quality essential oils.  We can custom make you some or you can use ones' that others have already been getting great results with.

Aromatherapy massage is massage therapy with highly concentrated plant oils, called essential oils, added to the massage oil. Essential oils are the volitale and aromatic oils of various plants and flowers and each have a different healing property.

Thanks to massage therapist Melinda Dixon in Texarkana for this writeup from her site at         http://www.melindagdixon.com/aromass.html