Method Dosage Description Precautions

Add essential oils to carrier oil such as jojoba or

4 drops mixed in 1 teaspoon of carrier
ANNOINTING olive oil. Touch with intention. Energetic
oil
anointing is also used such as Reiki.
Essential oils are ideally suited for use in the bath,
either individually or blended. They may be used
For sensitive skins, babies or young children reduce
to soothe, relax, revitalize or as pure indulgence.
As directed the dosage and dilute in a small amount of vegetable
Run a warm bath, add 4-6 drops and gently
BATH or oil or a Meadow Sweet Base Bath product. Do not
agitate the water to disperse the oils evenly. Keep
Max. 8 drops splash in eyes. Advisable to avoid Citrus oils,
the door closed to capture the aroma and enjoy a
Cinnamon, Clove, Peppermint & Thyme.
relaxing soak for 15-20 minutes, breathing deeply

Light the candle and wait until the wax begins to CAUTION: Avoid the wick as essential oils are
CANDLES 2 - 3 drops
melt and then add the oils to the warm wax flammable
Put bicarbonate of soda into a polythene bag,
then sprinkle with the essential oil and mix well.
Seal the bag tightly and allow the aroma to
CARPET FRESHENERS 35-45 drops& 8 oz. bicarbonate of soda
permeate the soda for at least 24 hours. Sprinkle
over the carpet, leave for 1/2 hr. before
vacuuming.
Mix essential oils in shea butter or other semi
10 - 20 drops of essential oil in 1 ounce solid oil. Apply to upper chest and upper back.
CHEST RUB Use fewer drops for children
of shea butter Select oils which benefit sinus and bronchial
passages.
Fill a basin with water and add drops of essential
COMPRESS 2-5 drops of essential oil oil. Sir briskly, lay in the cloth, wring, and apply
to the area.
DIRECT INHALATION
STRONG APPLICATION
Add essential oil to spring or de-ionised water,
leaving it a few days in the dark and then
FLOWER WATERS 20-30 drops to 100ml water filtering it using a coffee filter paper. Although
essential oils do not dissolve in water they do
impart their scent to it as well as their properties.
Refresh tired feet by soaking for 20 minutes in a
As directed
bowl of warm water containing chosen oils. Wrap
FOOTBATH or
in a warm towel for 10 minutes and finish with a
2-6 drops
foot lotion containing essential oils.
The hair can also be enhanced by the use of a few
drops of essential oil in the final hair rinse or
added straight to a mild shampoo. Adding 5 ml
of essential oil to 100ml vodka can make an
HAIR CARE 1-6 drops alcohol-based scalp rub. Useful for lice and fleas.
Alternatively add 3% essential oil to a nourishing
base, such as olive oil with jojoba or sweet
almond. Massage into the scalp and wrap in
warm towels for two.
HAIR CONDITIONER 20-30 drops per 8 oz Use Fragrance free conditioner
Sprinkle the required number of drops of
As directed essential oil into a bowl of warm water and soak
HAND BATH or hands for about 10 minutes. Dry thoroughly and
2-6 drops massage in a little vegetable oil, or cream using a
few drops of the same essence.
Add the oil to the hot water and place a small
towel or piece of lint or cotton fabric, on top of
the water. Wring out the excess and place the
fabric over the area to be treated. Cover this with
HOT & COLD COMPRESSES 6 drops to 500mls water
a piece of Clingfilm, then lightly bandage in place
if necessary. Leave to cool and repeat. Same for
cold, except use icy cold water and leave in place
until it warms to body temperature.
HUMIDIFIERS 1-8 drops Add essential oil to the water.
JACUZZI 5 drops Same as for bath.
Use the heat from light bulbs to release essential
CAUTIONS: Always put the ring on the light bulb
oils. Small ring burners, usually made of
when it is turned off and cool and take care not to spill
porcelain or terracotta sit over the top of the light
LIGHT BULB RINGS 4-6 drops the essential oil onto the attachment as essential oils
bulb within a table-standing lamp. Add a few
are flammable. Never put essential oils directly on
drops of oil and the heat from the bulb will gently
light bulbs themselves.
vaporise the essential oil
CAUTION: For sensitive skins, babies or young
As directed Add essential oil to vegetable carrier oil and mix
children reduce the dosage. Test on a small area of skin
MASSAGE OIL or well
for sensitivity before using.Never apply neat essential
max. 5 drops to 1 teaspoon
oils directly to the skin.
Diffuse in the area or put a drop on a tissue and
MEDITATION
inhale the aroma prior to meditating
Add drops of essential oils to fragrance free
MOISTURIZER 10 - 12 drops per 2 ounces
moisturizing lotion.
Fill an 9 oz mister bottle with water. Add
10-30 drops of essential oil in 8 oz of
MISTING essential oils. Shake vigorously each time before
water
misting.
Simply dissolve in alcohol or carrier oil and apply
CAUTION: Never apply neat essential oils directly to
PERFUME Variable to the body as you would a perfume
the skin.
For brushing coat - dampen bristles in a basin of
water containing 3-4 drops of Tea Tree. Wipe
PETS 1-4 drops paws clean with a cloth squeezed out in the same
solution. For fleas use Red Thyme & Tea Tree in a
collar or a spray or rinse.
Place a couple of drops of oil on a cotton wool
ball and place it inside the pillowcase or beneath
PILLOWS 1-3 drops the pillow. Alternatively drop some oil directly
onto the corner of the pillowcase. See Meadow
Sweet Oils Aromatherapy Teddies.
Hang porous terra cotta corked bottles in the
wardrobe. The essential oil is absorbed by the
POMANDERS 1-12 drops
clay and released slowly. Fill with the oils of your
choice. Cedarwood may act as a moth repellent.
Add a few drops of an appropriate flowery or
spicy essential oil to refresh tired potpourri, or to
POTPOURRI 1-6 drops make your own. For lasting effect, add to
potpourri, place in a sealed plastic bag and store
overnight in the airing cupboard.
Attach burner to the radiator by means of the
magnets on the rear of the vaporiser. Add a few
drops of oil (also add water if desired) and wait
RADIATOR VAPORISERS 1- 8 drops
for the heat from the radiator to help the oil
vaporise. Try one of Meadow Sweet's unique and
pretty radiator vaporisers
Use a new plastic plant sprayer. Put in warm
water and the required amount of essential oil.
One tablespoon of vodka or pure alcohol added
ROOM SPRAYS 10 drops to 7 tablespoons of water to the solution will act as a preservative.
(Optional). Shake well and spray around the
room avoiding polished wooden furniture, velvet
and electrical appliances.
To create a wonderful aromatic atmosphere in
your home try using an oil burner. Fill the bowl at
the top with water and add a few drops of
essential oil onto the surface. The candle in the
ROOM VAPORISERS 1-6 drops
pot beneath heats the water, slowly releasing the
natural aroma into the room. Electric vaporisers
(Aromastones) are also available from Meadow
Sweet Oils.
CAUTION: Only use Eucalyptus, Tea Tree and Pine
as these three enter the body with inhalation and are
Add drops of essential oil to the water and throw
SAUNA 3 drops maximum per pint of water believed to leave by perspiration. Never pour essential
over the heated sauna stones to evaporate
oil directly over a hot surface - essential oils are
flammable!
To keep musty drawers fresh, line with essential
oil impregnated wallpaper. Cut the wallpaper to
size, then spray the underside with a strong
SCENTED DRAWER LINERS 40 drops to 50mls water
aromatic solution in a plant mister. The drawer
liner will need a refresher spray every 3 months
or so on average.
Make an aromatic spray using refreshing oils
such as Lavender, Bergamot, Geranium &
SCENTED LINEN 15 drops to 125 mls of water
Rosemary. Spray a fine mist over cotton and linen
fabrics. Put in the airing cupboard to dry.
SHAMPOO 20 drops per 8 oz Use with fragrance free shampoo
Freshen the cupboard with Lemongrass.
SHOE RACK 1- 2 drops Deodorise shoes with 2 drops of Pine or Parsley
oil.
After soaping rinse well. Add 2-3 drops of
essential oil, mixed in a base oil, to a wet face-
As directed
cloth or sponge and rub over your whole body Caution: Avoid skin irritants such as citrus oils,
SHOWER or
briskly while under a warm jet spray, inhaling cinnamon, and clove bud.
Max. 3 drops
deeply through the nose to benefit from the
aromatic steam.
As directed Run a warm water bath to hip level. Add
SITZ BATH or essential oils and swish around as well as CAUTION: As for bath & bidet.
2-3 drops possible
Pour hot water into a bowl, add the oil, cover
your head with a towel and lean over the bowl
STEAM INHALATION 2 - 3 drops with your face about 10 inches away and your
eyes closed. Breathe deeply through your nose for
about one minute.
CAUTION: Meadow Sweet Oils warn against direct
Sniff when required
TISSUE / HAND-KERCHIEF 1 Drop contact of the essential oil with the nose or
surrounding tissue.
Pour hot water into a small bowl, add essential
oil. Close windows and doors and allow 5 - 10
WATER BOWL 1-9 drops
minutes for the aroma to permeate the
atmosphere. Replenish as required.
Sprinkle drops of Cypress, Cedarwood, Pine or
Sandalwood over the logs to be used about an
WOOD FIRES 1 drop per log
hour before lighting the fire and then burn them
to release your favorite aroma.