Posted by Danny Stanzl on 30th Jan 2020

Aromatherapy Poultice for Colds and a Day in Bed

The ideal way to use aromatherapy for a sick loved one, effective, calming and reassuring

An Aromatherapy poultice is a reassuring way to help a loved one through a time of sickness. A warmed cloth or flannel infused with Aromatherapy oils is placed on the area of pain for your loved one, bringing relief, warmth and therapeutic effects of the aromatherapy oils.

Preparation of the Poultice

Using a Saucepan (preferably one with quite a large neck) add 100ml of water alongside 10 drops of essential oil.

Cover the Saucepan and bring to the boil.

Wearing rubber gloves for protection from the heat, lay a cloth or flannel over the surface of the water to absorb the oil. Squeeze out any excess water and place over the affected area of your loved one.

Always ensure that the poultice isn't too hot before applying to the skin.

Use Hot Poultices for

  • Backached
  • Earache
  • Cramps
  • Boils
  • Aching Feet
  • Arthritis
  • Rheumatism
  • Tummy Ache
  • Stiff neck
  • Muscular Pain
  • Sore Throat
  • Chest Congestion

Oil Blends for Poultices

Back Ache

Lavender, Eucalyptus and Black Pepper

Ear Ache

Lavender

Boils

Clary Sage, Lemongrass, Tea Tree, Ravensara, Rosemary

Tired and Achy Feet

Peppermint, Citronella, Lemongrass, Lemon, Rosemary, Dill Seed

Arthritis

Frankincense, Myrrh

Rheumatism

Lime, Pine, Elemi

Stomach Ache

Cypress, Dill Seed, Fennel, Ginger, Peppermint

Stiff Neck

Fir Needle, Eucalyptus

Muscular Pain

Basil, Black Pepper, Eucalyptus, Bay Leaf, Camphor, Ginger, Petitgrain, Marjoram, Rosemary, Thyme

Sore Throat and Congestion

Myrrh, Eucalyptus, Sandalwood, Ginger, Peppermint

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