Headaches, stuffy/runny nose, sore throat, watery eyes, cough and sneezing are all common allergy symptoms. Fortunately, there are plenty of safe and effective ways to relieve them and using therapeutic grade essential oils is one of the best ways.
The essential oils of lavender, RC and eucalyptus are well known for their ability to relieve allergic symptoms.
LAVENDER
Lavender (Lavendula agustofolia) is one of the best essential oils for combating allergies, such as hay fever. Pure, therapeutic grade Lavender is a natural antihistamine.
I've used it many times when I've waken up with a stuffy nose and watery eyes. After applying it, I've felt relief within minutes!
Here's how to use Lavender for allergy relief:
Topically - Apply 1 drop to your cheeks, forehead and sinuses, as needed.
Inhalation - Diffuse it in a cold air diffuser for 15 minutes every 2 hours.
Direct Inhalation - Apply 1-2 drops to the palm of your hand, rub your hands together and cup them over your nose. Inhale 4-6 deep breaths as needed,
OR
Apply 1-2 drops on one of my Clay Pendants and bring to your nose and deep inhale as needed. Pendants
Ingestion - (Yes, Young Living's lavender is safe to ingest!) Take an empty "00" size capsule,
found at most health food stores, and fill the larger half of the capsule with 5 drops of Lavender. Fill the rest of the large half of the capsule with organic olive oil. Swallow with soy, rice or regular milk, 2 times a day.
RC
I have found RC to be really helpful with my daughters allergies, she is 8.
RC is a blend of essential oils that relieves allergies PLUS colds, bronchitis, sore throats, sinusitis and coughs. RC includes eucalyptus, myrtle, pine, spruce, marjoram, lavender, cypress and peppermint essential oils.
Here's how to use RC for allergy relief:
Topically - Apply 1 drop to your cheeks, forehead, sinuses, or chest as needed. If you have sensitive skin, you might want to dilute this blend with a drop of organic olive oil, just to be safe.
I've used this blend on a q-tip and swabbed inside my nose to relieve a stuffy nose from a cold.
Inhalation - Diffuse it in a cold air diffuser as often as needed.
Direct Inhalation - Apply 1-2 drops to your palms and cup over your nose. Inhale 4-6 deep breaths throughout the day to ease symptoms.
OR
Apply 1-2 drops on one of my Clay Pendants and bring to your nose and deep inhale as needed. Pendants
EUCALYPTUS
Eucalyptus radiata is cooling, refreshing, and energizing. Lighter in smell than Eucalyptus globulus, it has many of the same supportive properties. Because it is relatively gentle and nonirritating, it is the preferred choice for children. This variety is one of the most versatile of the eucalyptus oils and is suitable for topical use, diffusing, and even direct inhalation. It has long been an ingredient in some of Young Living's most popular blends.
Many people find that eucalyptus essential oil also relieves their allergies. There are a few types of eucalyptus. The best and safest one for allergies is Eucalyptus radiata. It's great for respiratory, sinus and viral infections.
Here's how to use eucalyptus for allergy relief:
Topically - Rub 1 drop of Eucalyptus radiata (mixed with 1 drop of organic olive oil) to your cheeks, forehead and sinuses.
Inhalation - Diffuse in a cold air diffuser, as needed.
Direct Inhalation - Apply 1 drop to your palms and cup over your nose. Take 4-6 deep breaths as often as needed.
OR
Apply 1-2 drops on one of my Clay Pendants and bring to your nose and deep inhale as needed. Pendants
Allergy Bonus tip - Neti Pot ... Using a Neti Pot is another great way to keep your nasal passages cleaned from pollens, pollution, dust, dander, etc. A Neti Pot is a tea-pot shaped kettle that is filled with saline solution,Using a Neti Pot in conjunction with therapeutic grade essential oils can help keep your allergies and hay fever symptoms from reoccurring.
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