Oils for Hand Evaluation

Oils for Hand Evaluation

According to Chinese Medicine, the 12 meridians are represented on the hand. By evaluating the hand, you can bring blood and body fluid to that meridian. To evaluate what may need to be improved, you may feel tenderness on that spot on the hand.

 

Heart

The meridian system is considered to be a network of energy channels through which Qi flows. When the Qi is balanced and flowing smoothly through the heart meridian, it is believed to contribute to overall well-being. Applying essential oils to the meridian points on the hand may help stimulate and harmonize the flow of Qi along the heart meridian.

Consider rose, lavender, and/or bergamot essential oils or oil infused products to enhance your energy flow.

 

Click here to purchase Rose Essential Oil

Rose - calming, uplifting, promotes a sense of well-being and balance.

 

Click here to purchase Kari Gran Essential Hydrating Lavender Tonic

Lavender - contains calming properties, promotes relaxation, eases stress, anxiety, and emotional imbalances.

 

Click here to purchase Bergamot Essential Oil

Bergamot - has uplifting and balancing properties, and promotes a sense of joy.

 

Lung

The Lung meridian is closely connected to the respiratory system. Applying essential oils to the Lung meridian points on the hand may help support respiratory health, alleviate symptoms of congestion, and promote healthy breathing.

Consider eucalyptus, tea tree, and/or frankincense essential oils or oil infused products to promote a healthy respiratory system and enhance your wellbeing. 

 

Click here to purchase Eucalyptus Staigeriana Essential Oil

Eucalyptus - contains respiratory benefits and can help alleviate congestion.

 

Click here to purchase Tea Tree Essential Oil

Tea Tree - contains antimicrobial properties and can help support the immune system.

 

Click here to purchase Sesame And Frankincense Body Oil

Frankincense - produces calming effect on the respiratory system and a sense of relaxation.

 

Stomach

The Stomach meridian is closely connected to the digestive system. Applying essential oils to the Stomach meridian points may help support healthy digestion, alleviate digestive discomfort, and promote balanced digestive function. The Stomach meridian is also associated with nausea and vomiting. Applying essential oils to the Stomach meridian points may help alleviate nausea and support digestive comfort.

Consider ginger, peppermint, and/or lemon essential oils or oil infused products to enhance your connection with the body's digestive system.

 

Click here to purchase Ginger CO2 Essential Oil

Ginger - can help alleviate nausea and ease digestive discomfort.

 

Click here to purchase Peppermint Essential Oil

Peppermint - produces a cooling effect and helps relieve gas and bloating.

 

 

Click here to purchase Lemon Verbena Essential Oil

Lemon - produces an uplifting effect on the emotions and can help alleviate anxiety felt in the stomach. 

 

Kidney

The Kidney meridian is considered the root of vitality and energy reserves in TCM. Applying essential oils to the Kidney meridian points is believed to nourish and replenish the body's energy, helping to alleviate fatigue and support overall vitality. 

Consider cedarwood, patchouli, and/or ylang-ylang essential oils or oil infused products to enhance your Qi energy.

 

 

Click here to purchase Cedar Atlas Essential Oil

Cedarwood - produces a grounding and calming effect and nourishes the body's energy.

 

Click here to purchase Patchouli Essential Oil

 Patchouli - has stabilizing properties and strengthens the body's energy connection.

 

Click here to purchase Ylang Ylang 3 Superior Essential Oil

Ylang ylang - relieves anxiety and fear.

 

Large Intestine

The Large Intestine meridian is associated with the elimination of waste and toxins from the body. Applying essential oils to the Large Intestine meridian points may help support the body's natural detoxification processes and facilitate the removal of waste materials.

Consider cypress, chamomile, and/or fennel essential oils or oil infused products to enhance your connection with the body's detoxification process.

 

Click here to purchase Cypress Essential Oil

Cypress - improves blood flow, provides a sense of calming and relaxation.

 

Click here to purchase Chamomile Foaming Bath

Chamomile - relieves tension, soothes digestion discomfort, and contains anti-inflammatory properties.

 

Click here to purchase Sweet Fennel Essential Oil

Fennel - supports the body's natural detoxification process and can help alleviate digestive discomfort.  

 

Small Intestine

The Small Intestine meridian is believed to be involved in regulating body temperature and clearing excess heat. Essential oils applied to the Small Intestine meridian points may help cool and balance the body's temperature, particularly in cases of heat-related imbalances. 

Consider lemongrass, grapefruit, and/or cardamom essential oils or oil infused products to enhance your connection with the body.

 

Click here to purchase Lemongrass Essential Oil

Lemongrass - presents cooling properties 

 

Click here to purchase White Grapefruit Essential Oil

Grapefruit - invigorates the body and mind with its uplifting and refreshing properties.

 

Click here to purchase Cardamom Essential Oil

Cardamom - has carminative properties and is known for its ability to alleviate digestive discomfort, including bloating and gas.


Liver

There is a close relationship between the Liver meridian and emotions such as anger, irritability, and frustration. Applying essential oils to the Liver meridian points may help promote emotional balance, alleviate emotional tension, and support a sense of calmness and harmony.

Consider geranium, vetiver, and/or clary sage to support the connection between your emotions and balancing them with the liver. 

 

Click here to purchase Geranium Rose Essential Oil

Geranium - can help alleviate mood swings, irritability, and promote a sense of stability and emotional equilibrium.

 

Click here to purchase Vetiver Essential Oil

Vetiver - can help soothe anxiety, restlessness, and promote emotional stability and resilience.

 

Click here to purchase Clary Sage Essential Oil

Clary Sage - can help alleviate feelings of tension, promote relaxation, and support emotional clarity.

 

Bladder

The Bladder meridian is responsible for the flow of Qi (vital energy) along the back of the body. Applying essential oils to the Bladder meridian points on the hand may help stimulate and balance the flow of Qi, promoting overall energy circulation and vitality.

Consider sandalwood, marjoram, and/or juniper berry essential oils or oil infused products to enhance the flow of energy throughout the body.

 

 

Click here to purchase Australian Sandalwood Essential Oil

Sandalwood - can help promote a sense of calmness, emotional stability.

 

Click here to purchase Spanish Marjoram Essential Oil

Marjoram - can help alleviate muscular tension and promote a sense of calmness.

 

Click here to purchase Juniper Berry Essential Oil

Juniper Berry - can help release emotional toxins, promote clarity, and support emotional balance.

 

Gallbladder

The Gallbladder meridian is known for its connection to pain, particularly headaches and migraines. Applying essential oils to the Gallbladder meridian points may help alleviate pain, tension, and promote relaxation in the corresponding areas.

Consider rosemary, basil, and/or neroli essential oils or oil infused products to support pain relief in the body. 

 

Click here to purchase Rosemary Verbenone Essential Oil

Rosemary - can help promote mental clarity, alleviate fatigue, and support decision-making processes.

 

Click here to purchase Sweet Linalool Basil Essential Oil

 

Click here to purchase Neroli Essential Oil

Neroli - can help alleviate stress, promote relaxation, and support emotional balance.

 

Spleen

The Spleen meridian is responsible for transforming food into Qi (vital energy). Applying essential oils to the Spleen meridian points may help invigorate the Spleen's function, support energy production, and alleviate fatigue or sluggishness.

Consider cinnamon, mandarin, and/or myrrh essential oils or oil infused products to manifest an energy boost throughout your day.

 

Click here to purchase Cinnamon Bark Essential Oil

Cinnamon - has warming properties and can help invigorate the digestive system.

 

Click here to purchase Mandarin Sunset Essential Oil

Mandarin - can help alleviate stress, promote relaxation, and support emotional well-being.

 

Click here to purchase Myrrh Essential Oil

Myrrh - can help promote emotional balance, alleviate stress, and support the Spleen meridian's energy flow.

 

Pericardium

There is a connection between the Pericardium meridian and sleep. Applying essential oils to the Pericardium meridian points may help promote restful sleep, alleviate insomnia, and support a balanced sleep cycle.

Consider lavender, valerian, and/or jasmine essential oils or oil infused products to enhance your sleep cycle. 

 

Click here to purchase Lavender Stoechas Essential Oil

Lavender - can help relax the mind, alleviate stress and anxiety, and promote a more restful sleep.

 

Click here to purchase Spikenard Brown Essential Oil

Valerian - can help relax the nervous system, alleviate anxiety, and promote a deeper, more restful sleep.

 

Click here to purchase Jasmine Essential Oil

Jasmine - can help promote relaxation, alleviate anxiety, and support a more restful sleep.

 

Triple Warmer

The Triple Warmer meridian as related to the body's response to stress and the fight-or-flight mechanism. Applying essential oils to the Triple Warmer meridian points may help promote relaxation, alleviate stress, and support a sense of calmness.

Consider Melissa lemon balm, petitgrain, and/or blue tansy in order to be more relaxed and connected with the body.

 

 

Click here to purchase Melissa Lemon Balm Essential Oil

Melissa Lemon Balm - may help regulate the stress hormone cortisol, can help reduce anxiety levels, and help calm the mind.

 

Click here to purchase Petitgrain Bigarade Essential Oil

Petitgrain -  can help improve mood and counteract negative emotions associated with stress.

 

Click here to purchase Chamomile Moroccan Blue Tansy Essential Oil

Blue Tansy - has anti-inflammatory properties that can help soothe the skin and body and has calming properties help relax the mind and body.

 

Disclaimer:

This information is for educational purposes only and not as a substitute for qualified medical or psychological intervention or assistance.  All content provided by Kosha Health and Empirical Grace (Anita Tadavarthy MAcOM, LAc) is intended for informational or educational purposes only. The information provided is not intended to cure, diagnose or prevent any medical, emotional or physical condition or illness, nor replace any medical treatment or health related advice from a GP or appropriate professional. Anita Tadavarthy MAcOM, LAc accepts no responsibility or liability whatsoever for any injury, loss or damage in any shape or form incurred in part or in whole, as a direct or indirect result of use or reliance upon the information and material presented here. #ad #sponsored
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