PMS Package.

 

periods suck...

We know it all too well. Reaching for the heating pad, pain killers, chocolate & ice cream to make us feel better. Oh, don't even get me started on the breakouts! Instead of drugging yourself up & plastering your face with harmful chemicals, Stephanie Gerber has come our rescue once again with a couple PMS remedies: a hormonal spot treatment & a PMS relief balm. I have changed the recipes a little to suit what was around my home; if you'd like to purchase this PMS Package, click here. I'm going to give you a little breakdown on what ingredients we're using & why they are true PMS relievers.

Raspberry Leaf.

Raspberry leaf is packed with vitamins, magnesium, iron & potassium, not to mention it strengthens & tones the muscles in your uterus when applied topically. Though you can purchase your own raspberry leaf oil, you can create your own at home very easily. Click here for the recipe. 

Clary Sage.

One of the most relaxing oils in aromatherapy, it helps stabilize emotions & has muscle relaxing spasm relieving properties that help during PMS!! Also, studies have shown that when inhaled, it helps reduce cortisol levels & eases feelings of depression. 

Essential Oils.

LAVENDER: soothes sensitive skin, helps fight cramps & has many relaxing properties.

TEA TREE: disinfectant & fights acne.

GINGER: treats nausea, soothes upset stomach & menstrual disorders .

CINNAMON LEAF: scent lowers frustration & anxiety 

PMS Relief Balm.

What You'll Need:

  • 3 tablespoons of raspberry leaf infused oil

  • 1.5 tablespoons of beeswax

  • 18 drops of clary sage essential oil

  • 18 drops of lavender essential oil

  • 15 drops of ginger essential oil

  • 15 drops of cinnamon leaf essential oil

  • 50mL lidded container

What To Do:

  1. Bring 2 inches of water to a low simmer in a small saucepan.

  2. Mix the raspberry leaf oil & beeswax in a medium, heat safe glass bowl. Place over the saucepan.

  3. When the ingredients have melted, remove the bowl & add your essential oils.

  4. Pour the melted mixture into your container & put on lid. Let sit until the balm is firm & keep stored in a cool, dry spot.

(*this mixture is very potent & is only meant to be used on days where cramps are stronger)

PMS Spot Treatment.

What You'll Need:

  • 1 ounce roll on applicator

  • 8 drops of clary sage essential oil

  • 4 drops of lavender essential oil

  • 2 drops of tea tree essential oil

  • 1 ounce of grape seed oil (or any carrier oil that is good for your skin tone)

What To Do:

  1. Start with the rollerball out of your applicator.

  2. Add all your ingredients & pop the rollerball back into place. Shake well.

  3. Roll mixture onto the palm of your hand to redistribute the oil & then roll onto any breakouts twice a day until healed.

(*this mixture also helps lighten dark spots & scars that pimples can leave behind. Make sure you use within 6 months.)

For more tips on how to ease PMS symptoms, click here.