![]() ![]() It is advised that you apply a cold compress when you first notice your hickey (and generally within 12 hours of receiving it) to aid in the reduction of inflammation. This method has generally proven to offer the most effective results. The top methods to get rid of a hickey The cold method The methods described below do not offer immediate results, unfortunately, nothing will make a hickey disappear overnight, but they may help you to get rid it a few days earlier. If these methods aren’t working out so well for you, you can finally breathe a sigh of relief as we at My Med have compiled a list of what are considered to be the best and most effective techniques to help speed up the healing process and get rid of that pesky love bite. Trying to hide a moment of passion that resulted in a hickey for two weeks may require a lot of effort from you in terms of wearing turtlenecks, scarves and concealer. Other methods that may speed up the healing of a hickey.□ What are your favorite soothing oils after a long workout or marathon moving & unpacking session?Īnd if you’re ready to try more natural cleaning ingredients, click the image below to get a free ebook for the cleaning your home with vinegar. You can add more oils to the fabric as needed, too!Įnjoy! I’ll be laying these on THICK over the next week or so. You can also freeze it for an aromatherapy ice pack. Fill the bag with 1 cup of rice then sew shut.ħ) Heat in the microwave for two minutes and check the temperature of the bag before laying it over your neck, shoulders, or other areas that could use relief. Pinch the ends together and sew it closed.Ħ) To make the smaller rice pad fold one rectangle in half, but only sew 2 sides. Scoop rice into the bag.ĥ) Fold the material of the open end inside itself for about inch long. Turn the bag right side out.Ĥ) Mix together uncooked rice and 10 drops of essential oils (more or less, depending on how strong you want the scent) and let sit for about 10 minutes so it absorbs. Sew three sides of the material, leaving one side. You should have 6 rectangles.ģ) Line up two rectangles on top of each other with the pattern facing in. Cut along each fold to make three strips of material.Ģ) Cut each strip of material in half again. Materials: Fat Quarter of 100% Cotton Material 6 cups rice (uncooked) 10-20 drops essential oil Needle and thread (or sewing machine)ĭirections: 1) Fold the material into thirds length wise (hot dog style). How to Make DIY Aromatherapy Rice Bags with Essential Oils Or you can toss them in the freezer for a cooling effect, which is equally as ahhhh inducing. ![]() You heat them in the microwave, add your oils, and ahhhhhh! No really, I almost wrote this post in just sighs and ahhhhhhs because that’s truly the best description of how these feel. ![]() Plus I’ve been putting Rosemary and Eucalyptus Globulus in my Epson Salt baths and sighhhhhhhhhh, perfection!Īnyways, these DIY aromatherapy rice bags are natural heating pads. So which oils have been in heavy rotation this week?ĭeep Relief, Lavender, Peppermint, Pan Away, Stress Away, and AromaEase to name a few. Simply add a few drops of your favorite essential oils depending on your needs and you’ll be all “CALGON, TAKE ME AWAY!” minus the Calgon from ages of yore (I’m totes dating myself here, but a child of the 80s never forgets those commercials.) Which is why these DIY aromatherapy rice bags really come in handy they’re an all-natural way to relieve muscle tension and provide relaxation. Whew, what a week! We FINALLY closed on our house, and after moving and unpacking for 3 days straight my muscles are sore and ready for some relief. ![]()
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