Consecrating Salt Scrub

I highly recommend the use of this salt scrub as part of your pre-ritual personal consecration.  The salt draws toxins and negativity out of your body while the essential oil leaves you with a greater sense of well-being.  It is perfect for the shower.

Ingredients:

• ¼ cup coarse Dead Sea salt
• ¼ cup fine Dead Sea salt
• ¼ cup Epsom salt
• ¼ cup Apricot Kernel or Sweet Almond Oil
• 1 tsp Cosmetic Grade Borax
• 3 drops Essential Oil (I prefer lavender for cleansing, but you can use others)

Directions:
Mix all ingredients in a stainless steel bowl with stainless steel mixing instrument.  This recipe makes enough for 1 - 4oz. container of salt scrub.  When container is empty, refill and reuse.  Shelf life of 3 – 6 months.

Please see my post on Essential Oil Safety.  This information is for educational purposes only, and is not intended to prescribe, treat, prevent, or diagnose any disease or condition.  Essential oils are not a substitute for professional medical care.

Essential Oil Safety

Essential oils are the lifeblood of the plants that surround us.  They are generally made from the distillation of leaves, stems, flowers, bark, roots, or other plant elements.  The product of this process is a highly-concentrated liquid plant essence, clear or amber in color.

While the essential oils are good for mind, body and spirit, they must be used responsibly so as not to cause allergic reaction or sensitivity.

• NEVER use undiluted essential oil on your skin.
• TEST new oils before you use them in any bath or body recipes.
• READ the guidelines and warnings for the oils that you are using.
• ERR on the side of less instead of more when it comes to adding oils.
• KEEP essential oils out of the reach of children.
• KEEP essential oils away from your eyes and other mucous membranes.
• INTERNAL use of the oils should be considered after consulting with a qualified aromatherapy practitioner.
• If IRRITATION redness, burning or itching occurs, add more carrier oil to the troubled area.
• The oils are FLAMMABLE so keep them away from sources of ignition.

This information is for educational purposes only, and is not intended to prescribe, treat, prevent, or diagnose any disease or condition.  Essential oils are not a substitute for professional medical care.

Resources:

• http://www.aromaweb.com/articles/whatare.asp
• http://www.aromaweb.com/articles/safety.asp
• http://www.alpinenaturals.com/eosafety.html
• http://www.aromaticsinternational.com/safety-info.php