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Nourishing, calming, and warming, sesame oil is one of my favorite oils for self-massage.

According to Ayurveda, the sesame seed is sweet, pungent, astringent, and bitter, with a heating effect.

Out of all my infused oils, this golden and silky smooth oil has been getting the most attention. It’s packed with herbs including Manjistha Root, Turmeric, Saffron, Licorice Root, Indian Barberry, and Elecampane Root.

It offers a warming and grounding experience, and is perfect for dry skin during the fall and winter seasons.

This Is How I Use Sesame Oil for Self-Massage

1. Warm the Oil in the palms of your hands.
2. Prepare to Get Messy! Undress and use a towel that you don’t mind getting oily.
3. Start massaging your scalp and face with circular strokes. 
4. Massage the limbs, giving attention to small joints.
5. Massage the Rest of Your Body. Massage your torso, chest and abdomen. *Massaging the armpits and breast tissue is a great way to support healthy breasts.
6. Bathe and Rinse Off the Oil. After you have completed your self-nurturing massage, enjoy a warm shower or bath, taking care not to slip.

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Relax with an herbal bath tea for self care.

We will be adding herbal bath tea’s to the shop (coming this December!) and if you haven’t tried this bath ritual, you’re in for a treat.

I love blending botanicals known for their nervine effects. Here’s a recipe you can try at home!

This recipe includes chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) flowers, rose (Rosa spp.) petals, and ylang ylang essential oil to create a relaxing bath experience. You can substitute your favorite herbs, flowers and essential oils.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons Epsom salts
1 teaspoon rose (Rosa spp.) petals
1 teaspoon chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) flowers
2 drops of ylang ylang (Cananga odorata) essential oil
1 teaspoon carrier oil (apricot, almond, jojoba, etc.)

Directions

* Place carrier oil in a small bowl, add ylang ylang essential oil and stir to combine. 
* Add dry ingredients and combine all ingredients with a whisk.
* Fill an empty tea bag (I like to use a muslin tea bag) about halfway with the herbal blend. If you have extra, you can store in an air tight container such as a mason jar.
* Place the muslin bag and hang over the faucet while filling the bath or allow the tea bag to steep in hot water for about 10-15 and add to your bath.

The rejuvenation of a salt soak with medicinal flowers will calm and heal your skin while uplifting your senses. Give it a try!

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