It should never be used in pregnancy. Myrrh is also used for coughs, colds and bronchitis. There are a number of ways essences can be used, such as a full body massage, room scents in vaporizers, in the bath water or inhaled from a pillow or a tissue. Lemon is a very refreshing and uplifting scent and is used for depression and fatigue. Besides its emotionally clarifying properties, the lemon juice is used to combat against colds, fever, flu and infections.
Lavender oil is very versatile and one of the safest essences to use, even for children.
It is both antiseptic and healing, especially for burns, bites and stings. Lavender also has strong sedative and calming properties, making it effective for tension, depression and insomnia. It is one of the few that can be used directly on the skin without being blended in carrier oil. It should be noted that in the case of children, it would be better to apply the essence to the quilt or on the pillow, never to the child s skin. These are but a few of the essences and uses of aromatherapy.