Essential Oil Anti-Inflammatory Lotion Recipe

Summertime has many of us trying new activities and sudden mishaps can be minor to serious. If you are suffering with common body aches and pains from strenuous activities, why not try using some beneficial essential oils.

Why essential oils? They are not only analgesic, but helpful in reducing inflammation, bruising, stimulating circulation and helping to ease many common aches and pains. Essential oils for inflammation bring down swelling and are appropriate choices for osteo and rheumatoid arthritis, strains and sprains where inflammation is present.

What essential oils are good to have on hand in case of an emergency for reducing inflammation and aches and pains?

Lavender

Good for general pain relief, reduces inflammation, minor burns, and sunburn, just to name a few.

Helichrysum italicum

Can be applied directly to a sprained ankle or sports injury. Dramatically lessens swelling and extremely beneficial for bruising.

German Chamomile

Soothes and cools an injured area while reducing redness and inflammation.

Basil, Black Pepper, Clove, Ginger, Nutmeg, Rosemary

All circulatory stimulants and warming oils beneficial in topical products and therapeutic baths.

Cypress

Venous blood decongestant.

Eucalyptus

Good relief of muscular aches and pains and neuralgia.

Marjoram, Sweet

Good for muscle spasms , sprains, and tired or stiff muscles.

Peppermint

Wonderful for reducing pain and inflammation, while being refreshing and uplifting. Useful for headaches while soothing tensions.

Thyme

Recommended for rheumatic pain and arthritis, as well as sports injuries. Recommended for fixed pain or of a cramping nature.

The blend below is helpful for all types of pain stemming from inflammation. Sore backs, sore necks, achy muscles, tendinitis and more.