Have you ever thought of using aromatherapy on your pets?? If your answer is NO, well then its time to have a rethink of some of the natural remedies you might be able to use on your pet. Although not all pets are able to benefit from the use of Essential Oils, Dogs and in particular Horses are great candidates for aromatherapy. Cats and Birds are very sensitive to Essential Oils, you should never diffuse Essential Oils around Birds as that can damage their respiratory system and be deadly. Cats’ skin is very sensitive and it takes a long time for cats’ livers to process Essential Oils and that can lead to permanent Liver damage. It is always a good idea to consult with your veterinarian before you start using Essential Oils on your pets.

Some of the best remedies for pets are for cleaning of wounds, arthritis, to improve circulation, aiding digestion and as an insect repellent against fleas and flies. You should always dilute the Essential Oils before using them on your pets in either a base oil, water diffuser, or pultice.

To clean a wound put 20 to 30 drops each of Lavender Essential Oil and Niaouli Essential oil into 2 cups of water. You can also add 100 drops of Calendula Healing Oil as it also has excellent healing qualities. You can also make a poultice with Green Clay by adding a few drops of water (or base oil) to make a paste then adding a couple of drops of Lavender and Niaouli Essential Oils, leave on the wound for around 20 minutes.

Essential Oils that can be used for arthritis include: juniper, cypress, lemon and fennel (to detoxify the body and reduce swelling); chamomile, lavender and rosemary (painkillers); ginger, black pepper, marjoram (to encourage circulation); white camphor, white birch (anti-inflammatory) (Be very cautious with these oils). Add a few drops of these oils with a carrier oil, like cold pressed olive oil and flaxseed oil and massage into affected area twice daily. You can also add any of these oils to a poultice as mentioned above.

Some of the best Essential Oils to use for repelling fleas are Citronella, Garlic and Cedarwood others include Cajeput, Lavender, Niaouli, Tea Tree, Patchouli, Peppermint and Eucalyptus. A special mention to Neem oil as it is highly efficient in keeping insects away. Neem oil promotes a shiny, healthy coat in animals, a strong immune system and healthy skin. And lucky for us, it is a wonderful organic product that can easily and safely be made into a natural flea and tick control mixture for pets. It’s safe for humans too – and it works, incredibly well on dogs, for flea and tick control. Add a few drops of undiluted oil on to the dogs collar or in the dogs shampoo whilst having a bath.

For digestive complaints Tarragon, Peppermint and Cinnamon (bark or leaf) Essential Oils can be put into their food. Add only one drop as essential oils are highly concentrated. Cinnamon is a skin irritant so be careful to avoid contact with the skin on animals.

“Living is about capturing the essence of things. I go through my life every day with a vial, a vial wherein can be found precious essential oils of every kind! The priceless, fragrant oils that are the essence of my experiences, my thoughts. I walk inside a different realm from everybody else, in that I am existing in the essence of things; every time there is reason to smile, I hold out my glass vial and capture that drop of oil, that essence, and then I smile. And that is why I have smiled, and so you and I may be smiling at the same time but I am smiling because of that one drop of cherished, treasured oil that I have extracted. When I write, I find no need to memorize an idea, a plot, a sequence of things: no. I must only capture the essence of a feeling or a thought and once I have inhaled that aroma, I know that I have what I need.”
― C. JoyBell C.

Floral waters are often used as an ingredient in a facial toner or tonic, but can be used straight on their own for a quick pick me up. They come in numerous scents being Chamomile, Geranium, Lavender, Neroli and Rose Floral Water. We, at Range Products, make our Floral Waters from Essential Oils. We also carry Sandalwood Hydrosol, which is made from steam-distilling plant materials.

Floral waters have many uses and can be used directly onto the skin with an atomiser for Bites and stings, for skin that is itching, or even on conditions such as eczema, rashes and psoriasis. For Cooling the skin, it is a perfect summer treat, spritz onto the face when you’re hot and bothered or after a long day in the office! Apply floral water to your face after cleansing, instead of your regular toner. It helps refine skin tone without making your face feel too tight. Although prevention is better than cure, lavender floral water can soothe sunburned skin and prickly heat. Soak a cloth in floral water and use it to wipe around the hands and faces of grubby children – it’s calming scent will relax stressed children too. You could also add some floral water to your baby’s bath to soothe nappy rash. Spray on between nappy changes as well. Add floral water to the final rinse cycle of your laundry, use as a linen mist when ironing or simply sprinkle onto your sheets before bedtime for a great night’s sleep! Use floral water as a final rinse after shampooing to condition the hair and add shine. Far safer than toxic air fresheners, liberally spray floral water around your home to scent the air – this is great to do before bedtime and after a stressful day. Floral waters can also be used as an ingredient in cooking such as adding to a drink, mixing in for a salad dressing or in desserts, such as rose water in turkish delight.

Floral Waters are a another great way to get the benefits of Essential Oils, so try some today!!

For centuries, the gel of the aloe vera plant has been used as a soothing topical remedy for minor burns and wounds. Aloe vera is a succulent plant species that probably originated in northern Africa. The species is frequently cited as being used in herbal medicine since the beginning of the first century AD. Aloe Vera has been cited to have many topical and internal uses, there is, however, little scientific evidence of the effectiveness or safety of Aloe vera extracts for either cosmetic or medicinal purposes, and what positive evidence is available is frequently contradicted by other studies.

But many people swear by the effectiveness of Aloe Vera and use it to treat a wide variety of ailments which include topical uses and internal uses. Aloe Vera Gel is great to help soothe pain and regenerate new skin cells and has antibacterial properties so helps fight bacteria and avoids infection. Use it topically on skin abrasions, cuts, sunburn, scalds, blisters, cold sores, rashes and insect bites. Apply 2-3 times a day. It can also be used as a moisturiser as it has great water retention properties and absorbs into the skin easily. Include it as an ingredient when making your own moisturisers or apply by itself. Aloe Vera is also great in hair care, apply to the scalp for treatment of dandruff, dermatitis, or psoriasis. Substitute Aloe Vera Gel for your natural styling as a hair gel.

Aloe Vera has many internal uses including healing mouth ulcers, it strengthens gums and promotes strong and healthy teeth. It also has laxative properties which is effective in relieving digestive problems like stomach aches, heartburn, bloating and constipation amongst others. Before using Aloe Vera internally please seek medical advice from your doctor or a medical professional.

Aloe Vera can be used directly from the plant. For convenience Aloe Vera is now found quite easily on shelves of health food shops in different forms such as the plant, powder, gel or drink form. Look for items where there is no colour or fragrance added and that it is 100% Aloe Vera!!

Niaouli Essential Oil (Melaleuca veridiflora),sometimes also called gomenol, is a relative to Tea-Tree Essential Oil and therefore shares many of the characteristics of Tea Tree. Although it is gentler and has a less effective action than Tea Tree, it is more tolerated by the skin, making it valuable in a local wash for cleaning wounds. The main therapeutic properties are Analgesic, antiseptic, anti-viral, bactericide, cicatrizant, decongestant, febrifuge, insecticide, stimulant and vulnerary.
Niaouli Essential Oil is great for skin care problems like acne, boils, burns, cuts, insect bites, oily skin, spots, ulcers and wounds. It is great for the immune system in times of colds, fever or flus and also respiratory problems like bronchitis, sinusitis, sore throat and whooping cough.
Use Niaouli Essential Oil in steam inhalations, baths, hot compresses, or neat onto the skin (apply a drop of oil onto the end of a cotton bud and apply onto the skin).
Avoid using Niaouli Essential Oil in the evenings as it is a powerful stimulant and when vaporized will help keep the mind clear and alert!!

Nails can become weak and split easily if they are not properly cared for. Massaging oil into them will keep them moiturised and provide nutrients that will help them become strong and healthy. Some essential oils that can help include Lemon, Lavender, Eucalyptus Peppermint, Carrot, Grapefruit, Rosemary and Cypress Essential Oils. Vegetable Oils that you can use are Jojoba, Borage and Evening Primrose Oils along with a Base Oil such as Apricot Kernal, Grapeseed, Sweet Almond Oil and Avocado Oil.

To make a Nail Strengthener Blend start with 1 tablespoon of Grapeseed Oil and add 8 drops of Lemon Essential Oil and 2 drops of Rosemary Essential Oil, 5 drops of Jojoba Oil and 3 drops of Carrot Oil. When you go to use add 10 drops of this blend to 1 teaspoon of base oil such as Avocado or Sweet Almond Oil. Massage into your fingers and nails. Don’t put any nail varnish on afterwards, it is best used before bedtime.

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