clare essentials' Synergy Range

The clare essentials range of synergistic blends and how to use them

Essential oils are synergistic, i.e. they "work together" and the therapeutic effet of each individual essential oil is enhanced when blended with other essential oils in the correct proportions.

How to use the synergistic blends:

Essential oils are very concentrated and should never be used undiluted on the skin. For massage, always dilute the oils in unrefined vegetable carrier oils such as Sweet Almond Oil or Grapeseed Oil. If you expect to the using your own blend over a longer period of time, add 10 - 20% of Wheatgerm Oil to the blend which will act as a natural preservative.

Bath (usage code B): Add a total of 4 - 6 drops of the synergy blend to a full bath and swish around. Relax!

Inhalation (usage code I): For immediate relief, sprinkle a total of 3 - 4 drops of the synergy blend on a handkerchief and inhale deeply.

Add a total of 4 drops to a basin of hot water, cover you head with a towel, close your eyes and inhale deeply.

Massage (usage code M): For a "one-off" massage, add a total of 5 drops of the synergy blend to 15ml (3 tsp) of carrier oil.

For larger quantities, add a total of 10 drops to every 30ml (6 tsp) of carrier oil. You can include 10% each of avocado oil, calendula oil or jojoba oil in your blend to enrich the oil for your particular skin type and you can include wheatgerm oil (see above) if you want your blend to last for a while.

Compresses (usage code C): Hot compresses are used for muscular aches. Add a total of 8 drops of the synergy blend to a medium-sized bowl, immerse a clean piece of cloth in it, squeeze it out and apply to the affected part immediately. Cover and leave in place for two hours or overnight.

Cold compresses are used for sprains and headaches. Repeat the above-mentioned procedure.

Burners/Vaporisers/Diffusers (usage code V): Fill the tray/bowl of an oil burner with water and add 3 - 5 drops of your chosen synergy blend. Then light the candle underneath to gently heat the water and allow the oils to evaporate.

Add 1 - 5 drops to a vaporiser, diffuser, etc. (see manufacturer's instructions).

SB1 Synergistic Blend for Muscular Aches and Pains, Usage Codes B, M, C

SB2 Synergistic Blend for Back Pain, Usage Codes B, M, C

SB3 Synergistic Blend for Stress, Usage Codes B, I, M, V

SB5 Relaxing & Energising Synergistic Blend, Usage Codes B, I, M, V

SB6 Energising Synergistic Blend, Usage Codes B, I, M, V

SB7 Invigorating Synergistic Blend, Usage Codes B, I, M, V

SB8 Synergistic Blend for Cold & Flu, Usage Codes B, I, M, V

SB9 Synergistic Blend for Coughs, Usage Codes B, I, M, V

SB10 Synergistic Blend for Sinuses, Usage Codes, B, I, M, V

SB11 Synergistic Blend for boosting the Immune System, Usage Codes B, I, M, V

SB12 Synergistic Blend for Joints, Usage Codes B, M

SB13 Synergistic Blend for Cellulite, Usage Codes B, M

SB14 Detoxifying Synergistic Blend, Usage Codes B, M

SB15 Synergistic Blend for PMS/PMT, Usage Codes B, I, M, V

SB16 Synergistic Blend for Insomnia, Usage Codes B, I, M, V

SB17 Sensual Synergistic Blend, Usage Codes B, M, V

SB 18 Synergistic Blend for Pure Pleasure, Usage Codes B, M, V

SB19 Synergistic Blend for Meditation, Usage Code B, M, V

SB20 Synergistic Blend for Self-Confidence, Usage Codes B, I, M, V

SB21 Synergistic Blend for Peace, Usage Codes B, I, M, V