A 21-day naturopathy protocol: ylang-ylang, sweet marjoram, lemon verbena and Roman chamomile.
Ylang-ylang flower (Cananga odorata) – Photo: Pancrat, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
A soothing synergy to restore calm
Stress, tension, restless sleep? Aromatherapy offers a gentle, natural approach. This protocol combines four essential oils for stress relief in an apricot kernel carrier oil.
The synergy recipe (30 ml)
- 30 ml apricot kernel oil
- 6 drops ylang-ylang (complete)
- 6 drops sweet marjoram
- 6 drops lemon verbena
- 6 drops Roman chamomile
The ritual in 3 steps
- Morning: a few drops on the solar plexus and wrists, then 1 minute of slow breathing.
- Evening: massage the neck, shoulders and soles of the feet for 5 minutes.
- 2 to 3 times a week: a relaxing bath with one tablespoon of the synergy.
A gentle herbal tea, 2 to 3 times a day
To complement the oils, prepare a Roman chamomile and lemon verbena herbal tea (dried plants, not essential oil): 1 teaspoon of each in 25 cl of hot water, steep for 10 minutes, then sweeten with a spoonful of honey. A simple ritual to calm the nervous system and prepare for sleep.
Precautions: do a skin patch test in the crook of the elbow beforehand. Not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, children under 6, or people with epilepsy. Use for a maximum of 3 weeks. These wellness tips do not replace medical advice: if stress persists, consult a healthcare professional.
Take care of yourself
Health disclaimer: I am not a doctor. As a naturopath, I share this information for information and health education purposes; it is not a diagnosis or a medical prescription and does not replace your doctor’s advice. Read the full health disclaimer.
