3 ways to elevate your emu oil

Pure emu oil is fantastic for skin, penetrating deeply to deliver its anti-inflammatory goodness directly where it can be most effective. That means it’s also a great carrier for other natural remedies – team it with essential oils and you can make your own customised, wellness-boosting massage blend. Here’s a few ideas to get you started…

Relaxing massage oil

Mix: 50ml pure emu oil with 10 drops lavender, 10 drops bergamot and 10 drops sandalwood.

Why: Lavender is a traditional soothing scent, while citrusy bergamot relaxes tense muscles and earthy sandalwood lifts the mood.

Use it: For a stress-busting back and shoulder massage.

Soothing sleep aid

Mix: 50ml pure emu oil with 10 drops lavender and 8 drops roman chamomile.

Why: Both lavender and chamomile relax the mind and promote sleep with their gentle scents.

Use it: Gently rub a few drops on your temples, wrists and feet before bed.

Uplifting muscle rub

Mix: 50ml pure emu oil with 10 drops peppermint, 5 drops eucalyptus and 5 drops grapefruit or bergamot.

Why: Eucalyptus is a powerful scent (so you don’t need much!) that relieves joint and muscle pain. Cooling peppermint is also a pain reliever, while citrus scents refresh and reinvigorate tired muscles.

Use it: Rub a few drops into your legs, back or wherever your muscles are sore after a tough workout or long run.

Make sure you store your massage oil blends in a dark bottle in a cool place, and get creative – if these blends don’t work for you, play around with scent combinations that make you feel good. Consult your practitioner before using essential oils if you are pregnant.

Not ready to DIY? Try our Natural Emu Massage Oil.