This Essential Oil Is A Natural Sleep-Aid
Safety first
Familiarize yourself with aromatherapy and do a skin patch test before using any essential oil. Learn what you need to know with the ultimate Aromatherapy for Beginners Guide at:
As always, consult a trusted healthcare practitioner before trying any essential oils.
See below for contraindications and age requirements before trying this blend.
Remember, children are given lower amounts - see dilution chart mentioned below and always mind age requirements of all oils.
The Essential Oil
Fir Needle (A. balsamea)
See base recipes for blending below
Recommended Dosage & Length of Usage
Can be used occasionally before bed. Not to be used nightly. If needed for a week or so during PMS or menstruation, that’s fine, but otherwise, it should only be used occasionally. See all cautions and contraindications below before using.
Why It Works (Actions):
Hypnotic - Essential oil that is a powerful relaxant and can induce sleep: Fir Needle
Methods of use:
All methods of use as mentioned in the base recipes guide @ Magic Mamas’ Collective which can be found here: magicmamascollective.com/aromatherapy-apothecary/from-salves-to-sprays-the-ultimate-compilation-of-base-recipes-in-aromatherapy
See the dilution ratios for adults & children here: magicmamascollective.com/aromatherapy-apothecary/essential-oil-dilution-chart
Cautions & Contraindications
A note about toxicity: toxic constituent refers to the constituent that can become a toxin in your body if used longer than the recommended time or used more than the recommended dosage.
Fir Needle - It is an abortifacient and is not recommended for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Fir A. balsamea is non-irritant, non-sensitizing, and non-phototoxic. Fir A. balsamea has been shown to be a mechanism inhibitor of the P450 3A4 metabolic pathway in the liver. This could potentially inhibit certain medications for diabetes.
Age Requirements
Fir Needle: 2+
