Holidays: 7 essential oils to put in your suitcase and take on your travels

Holidays: 7 essential oils to put in your suitcase

Maureen Diament

06 Jul 2014

updated the 6 October 2015 à 23:59

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Spike Lavender
This oil can do everything. Due to its healing properties, it can fight sunburn and BBQ burns. Apply 2/3 drops directly on the injured area. It also works on cuts or open wounds and reduces the risk of infections with its anti-bacterial properties. For massage, put a few drops in a vegetable oil or use it pure. It also helps relieve itching due to insect bites (mosquitoes and also jellyfish). Applying 1-2 drops of this oil on the pillow make it easy to get to sleep, even in an unknown location.
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Exotic Basil
It is the essential oil that comes to the rescue in case of minor stomach aches, bloating, spasms, indigestion or menstrual cramps. Add 3-5 drops and dilute in 20% vegetable oil, then apply directly to the stomach.
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Peppermint
Massaging the temples with a drop of this essential oil helps relieve migraines and headaches due to a heat stroke or a slight hangover. Taking 1 drop with sugar before getting into the car or while traveling helps combat motion sickness.
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Helichrysum
Like Arnica, this anticoagulant is great to treat minor issues. Perfect for internal or external bruising, including when the skin is open. Apply it pure up to 3 times daily.
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Bitter Orange
This is a great ally against stress. Put 1 drop on the inside of each wrist to calm down. Be careful not to expose them to the sun right after because, like all citrus essential oils, the sour orange is photosensitizer.
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Origanum compactum
Super effective against germs, this oil helps fight against all infections. Got Turista or cystitis? Mix 2 drops with sugar and apply three times per day. Prohibited for children and pregnant women.
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Lemon Eucalyptus
Very rich in citriodiol, this essential oil is an excellent repellent against mosquitoes. Just apply a few drops on the skin or on clothing and reapply every hour.

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For those who want to go on holiday without a suitcase stuffed to the brim with meds, we selected 7 essential oils capable of countering – almost – all the inconveniences of summer. You could also add to the list a vegetable oil (sweet almond or arnica) for massages. But unless you are a pro aromatherapist avoid using on children and pregnant women without the advice of your pharmacist. Happy holidays!

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