Tender breasts:
Tender breasts can become more of a problem as the menopause progresses. The breasts can enlarge and become ‘hot and tight’ which can be uncomfortable.
Top essential oils:
- Ginger: Anti-inflammatory, relieves pain, reduces fluid
- Lavender: Anti-spasmodic, sedative, anti-inflammatory, analgesic – pain relieving, promotes blood circulation and lymphatic function
- Peppermint: Analgesic – pain relieving, cooling, improves circulation
- Fennel: Anti-spasmodic, diuretic
- Roman chamomile: Sedative, anti-inflammatory
- Geranium: Hormone balancer, soothing, anti-inflammatory properties
- Cypress: Antispasmodic, soothing for muscle pain and cramps
Recipes:
Soothing body lotion:
- 100ml unscented white lotion.
- 10 drops Lavender essential oil
- 10 drops Fennel essential oil
- 10 drops Geranium essential oil
- 10 drops Cypress essential oil
- If symptoms persist, add 10 drops Juniper essential oil into blend.
Blend essential oils with white lotion. Apply to breast area, when necessary.
Overall balancing bath blend:
- 10ml carrier oil
- 2 drops Clary Sage essential oil
- 2 drops Geranium essential oil
- 1 drop Roman Chamomile essential oil
- 1 drop Lavender essential oil
Mix oils together and add to a full bath.
Soothing Rollerball blend:
- 10 ml rollerball bottle
- 10ml carrier oil
- 6 drops Ginger essential oil
Add oils to a rollerball bottle. Shake well. Apply to breast area. Ginger oil can sometimes help when all else fails, as it is anti-inflammatory so it can help to relieve pain, reduce fluid and impact progesterone-like molecules in the body. (In very small amounts).
DISCLAIMER:
Essential oils are not safe for everyone, and should only be prescribed by a qualified and insured aromatherapist following a full consultation and patch testing. If you have any concerns or are on medication, then you should consult your medical practitioner prior to use.