BATH
Simply add 5 or less drops of essential oil to cap of Kobashi Luxury Bath Base. Soak for up to 20 minutes allowing the oil to penetrate the skin while enjoying the luxurious vapours. Choose oils to suit your mood: Rosemary to get you going in the mornings. Ylang Ylang and Lavender to relax you in the evenings.
Add 5 drops or less essential oil to every 10 ml of Kobashi massage base oil or moisturising lotion. Choose any oil to suit your condition or mood: Chamomile and Lavender after depilation. Ylang Ylang and Sandalwood for a sensuous massage.
PERFUME
Essential oils have always been used as perfumes - either singularly or in blends. They can be used simply for pleasure or to reinforce the effect of other aromatherapy applications. Use 5 drops or less to 10 ml of base. Try blending Geranium and Ho Leaf for a pleasant aroma. For men try Cypress or Vetivert in moisturiser for shaving.
VAPOURISATION
I personally use 1 ml in an Aroma Stone which doesn't need water. I use various oils depending on my needs. I have an Aroma Stone up in our bedroom and one in the kitchen. I have left it on for the last year without a problem, as it is very low voltage. Add 4 to 8 drops of essential oil to the bowl of a Kobashi burner. Fill it with water and place it over a night light - ideal for banishing strong smells. For a subtler effect try using a Kobashi lightbulb ring or Aroma -Disc, particularly helpful in stuffy centrally-heated rooms or cars. Try Cinnamon,Rosemary, Marjoram, Tea Tree, Cajaput or Eucalyptus to kill airborne bacteria. Lemongrass to clear smoke and create a pleasant atmosphere. Grapefruit is great for a refreshing uplift. Rosemary on long car journeys to stay alert.
HAIR
Essential oils are excellent beauty aids which help to condition the scalp which in turn produces healthy hair.
Alternatively, try adding your chosen oil to any Kobashi conditioning shampoo. For greasy hair try Chamomile. As a tonic use Rosemary and Juniperberry.
(Mixing ratio:up to 3 drops to every 10 ml base product) Essential oils are excellent beauty aids. They encourage the sebaceous glands (the glands just under the skin) to function more efficiently. This improves the general health of the skin. Use with Kobashi Aloe Vera Gel, and Luxury Moisturiser, to create your own individual preparations. These base products have been specially formulated to readily absorb essential oils. Either mix enough to last a few weeks or a few days,but remember, the properties in essential oils are at their best when fresh. The oils can be used singularly or in combinations. Simply choose the oils to suit your skin type.
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BABIES & CHILDREN
Essential oils can be very beneficial to babies and children as long as they are used with care. Always dilute the essential oil in a Kobashi base before applying to the skin or adding to the bath. For babies use only one drop of oil to 10ml of base: for children use half the amount an adult would use. We have an excellent ready to use Baby Lotion. Try Lavender at night to encourage sleep. Mandarin calms and soothes.
The examples given should only be used as a guide. We like to encourage our customers to experiment. The oils are flexible and can be used in endless combinations.