West Coast Institute of Aromatherapy

Jet Lag Blends

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Jet Lag Blends

Sleep Well	Plane Mister	Get Up and Go	Alert
4 drops of Lavender	3 drops of Lavender	6 drops of Grapefruit	5 drops of Rosemary
3 drops of Roman Chamomile	5 drops of Grapefruit	3 drops of Bergamot	1 drop of Peppermint
2 drops of Sweet Marjoram	2 drops of Rosemary

These blends can be used in a number of ways see Newsletter. Choose the method or combination of methods that appeal to you the most. Also remember that the sense of smell is very personal and no one blend will appeal to everyone.

Keep all essential oils away from Children, Eyes and Pets. Do not ingest or use any oil undiluted on the skin unless advised otherwise by a qualified Aromatherapist.

Bergamot - Expressed bergamot is phototoxic when applied to the skin and may irritate sensitive skin. If applied to the skin avoid sunlight or UV rays (including sun beds) for 12 hours. Some suppliers carry a rectified bergamot known as FCF grade which is safe to use on the skin.
Chamomile, Roman - Generally considered non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing however it is best to avoid its use in early pregnancy.
Grapefruit - Do not use before exposure to sun or UV rays.
Lavender - Generally considered non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing.
Lemon - Generally considered non-toxic, non-irritant and non-sensitizing. Phototoxic avoid exposure to sunlight or uv rays for at least 12 hours after use.
Marjoram, Sweet - Generally considered non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing. Avoid during pregnancy.
Peppermint - Generally considered non-toxic. Avoid in pregnancy. Keep away from children.
Rosemary - Generally considered non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing. Avoid during pregnancy and use with extreme caution if suffering from epilepsy.

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