How to Use Aromatherapy on Bites and Stings
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Apply pure lavender or eucalyptus oil directly to the affected area after cleaning it with soap and water. Direct application of undiluted essential oils can be performed in small amounts. The stinging will be relieved right away. Reapply every 10 minutes if necessary. This will work on most bites or stings. - 2
Make a cold compress using eucalyptus or Roman chamomile oil to treat bee stings. First remove the stinger. Change the compress often and do not use ice. - 3
Blend three drops of thyme oil with 1 tsp. cider vinegar. Apply to gnat or chigger bites. - 4
Blend a small amount of peppermint oil with grapeseed oil or sweet-almond oil. Apply to any stung or bitten area. - 5
Prevent bug bites and stings with blended essential oils. Use 2 oz. of sweet almond oil as a carrier oil. Blend with 13 drops of cedarwood oil, 25 drops of cajeput oil, 19 drops of lemon oil and 19 drops of geranium oil.
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