Make Travelling A Treat With Essential Oils

Do you travel a lot? Do you have to deal with the stuffiness of aeroplane air conditioning systems; the grogginess of early morning train departures; or the sustained alert concentration required for long drives?

Travelling can be exciting and lots of fun (especially if you’re going on holiday!); but it can also be tiring, draining, and physically demanding. Even though you spend most of the time sitting down when you’re on a long journey, you still end up with a feeling of uncomfortable exhaustion by the time you reach your destination.

And there’s often a grimy, dirty feeling too, which comes with spending long periods of time in confined spaces, breathing in recycled air, and without being able to hop in the shower!

If you’re embarking on a long journey — and especially if you have to travel regularly for work or family obligations — it’s important to create a self-care routine to keep you in tip top shape while you’re on the move. Wouldn’t it be nice to get to the end of your trip and feel awake, energetic and fresh?

doTERRA Essential oils are the perfect companions for travellers. These three oils have properties which can support your physical and mental wellbeing as you make your way from A to B.

•    The Essential Oil For Flying: Lavender

We’ve all come across lavender oil — and with good reason. It’s an incredible all rounder, and when it comes to travelling by air,  lavender is your friend.

It’s extremely calming and aids sleep, which means it can help you overcome flight jitters and give you a good chance of getting some good quality rest on a long haul flight.

Remember: during your flight, be careful with your oils! You can carry them in your hand luggage as a small bottle will be well below the liquid allowance for most airlines. But essential oils are strong, and not everyone appreciates strong smells in a confined space. Rather than opening them up in your seat, use them just before and just after your flight; or bring a lavender pillow with a few diluted drops of oil so that you can reap the benefits en route.

•    The Essential Oil For Driving: Peppermint

Peppermint oil is a powerful concentration aid, and simply opening up a bottle of peppermint essential oil in your car and inhaling its fresh scent will wake you up. It helps you to stay alert, which is vital when you’re on the road.

You can also put a few drops of peppermint oil into a spritz bottle full of water and keep it on hand during your drive. One or two spritzes on your face and neck (be sure to avoid getting it in your eyes) will give you a refreshed feeling and brighten up your tired skin.

•    The Essential Oil For Train Journeys: doTERRA OnGuard Blend

OK, so this one isn’t just one oil, exactly. But doTERRA’s OnGuard Blend is ideal for carrying with you when travelling by train. It’s made with a powerful combination of rosemary, eucalyptus, orange, cinnamon and clove bud — so it’s packed with anti-bacterial wizards and antioxidants, and it has an energising aroma and promotes blood circulation. Perfect for long periods of sitting still.

A wonderful way to use OnGuard for your rail travels is to make your own hand sanitiser by blending Onguard with coconut oil, or another carrier oil of your choice. Carry it in your bag and whip it out to keep your hands clean and fresh — and every time you use it, you’ll enjoy its beautiful scent, too!

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Have a fantastic week!

Love and Gratitude Always

Julie xxxx

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