General Stress
General Stress is a massage essential oil blend in the anxiety collection, combining Cedarwood, Lavender and Ylang Ylang. It uses 20 drops at 2% dilution in Sweet Almond Oil. Massage gently into the skin over the desired area.
Recipe
Format: Massage · Dilution: 2% · Total drops: 20 · Carrier: Sweet Almond Oil · Duration: Ongoing
| Oil | Drops | Role |
|---|---|---|
| Cedarwood | 10 | primary |
| Lavender | 8 | supporting |
| Ylang Ylang | 2 | accent |
How to make & use
- 1. Measure your oils
Combine Cedarwood (10 drops), Lavender (8 drops), Ylang Ylang (2 drops).
- 2. Dilute
Add the oils to Sweet Almond Oil, aiming for about 2% dilution (20 drops total).
- 3. Use
Massage gently into the skin over the desired area.
Work out exact drops with the dilution calculator for your bottle size.
Safety
| Adults | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
| Children | Not recommended |
| Pregnancy | Not recommended |
| Elderly | Generally suitable when properly diluted |
Source: Table 3, Ref 1.
For education only — not medical or veterinary advice. Essential oils are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Always patch-test and consult a qualified professional before use during pregnancy, on children, with pets, or with a health condition.
Frequently asked questions
What oils are in General Stress?
General Stress combines Cedarwood (10), Lavender (8), Ylang Ylang (2).
How do you make General Stress?
Combine Cedarwood (10 drops), Lavender (8 drops), Ylang Ylang (2 drops). Add the oils to Sweet Almond Oil, aiming for about 2% dilution (20 drops total). Massage gently into the skin over the desired area.
Is General Stress considered safe during pregnancy?
General Stress is not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a qualified healthcare provider before use.
Is General Stress suitable for children?
General Stress is not recommended for young children. Consult a professional before use.