People have traveled since the dawn of time. For years we’ve been loading up the car and taking to the road. Whether for business or pleasure, it is a major way of getting from here to there.
Some needs and supplies have been around for a while – snacks, blankets, flashlights….
Now we have some additional items to support our car travel needs.
Music for travel
Music can help the miles fly by. It can support our efforts to be calm and alert. Put together some playlists as recommended in this holiday travel post. Looking for some music suggestions? Try these.
Essential oil for travel
Let’s start with the uses and end with the how to pack them.
Diffuse
Purchase a car diffuser. The image shows what we use in our car. This affiliate link can assist you in locate them.
Or make one for pennies out of a clothes pin. Glue on cotton pompom for color and an added place for essential oils.
For alertness use or create invigorating blends. Recommended doTERRA blends including doTERRA Cheer®, Citrus Bliss®, doTERRA Motivate®, or Elevation. Create an invigorating blend of essential oils. For example, to a 5/8 dram bottle add 16 drops peppermint, 5 drops cinnamon and 5 drops lime. You can also use single oils for alertness including lemon, peppermint
For motion sickness consider diffusing DigestZen® or Peppermint if travels have a tendency for motion sickness.
Apply essential oils to feet. For children, consider lavender to calm or DigestZen® for those with a tendency for motion sickness. Mix a couple drops of the essential oil in a carrier oil before applying. For the driver,
Keep it clean
Sanitize hands with OnGuard Sanitizer Spray or make your own. These will help clean your hands without drying your skin.
Add to beverages
When adding essential oils to beverages, use glass, stainless steel, ceramic or paper cups/containers. Essential oils will pull toxins from plastic and into the liquid.
A drop of peppermint to your coffee will add a cooling energy boost. Placing a drop of a citrus essential oil in your water for a clean, refreshing taste.
Package your essential oils
Purchase 5/8 dram vials and fill them with the oils you’ve selected. This is also a wonderful solution for the blends you may wish to include. Or purchase 5 ml bottles of your top use essential oils. Place these in a small zip-top bag or small padded case. Store the bag/case in the glove-compartment or in a convenient dashboard tray, or seat pocket. (Be sure and keep them out of reach if children are onboard.)
There you have it, music and essential oils for your car travel.
Do you need to purchase oils for these diffuser blends? Go to this page to arrange a consult or to be guided in placing an order.
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