...other EO that I can use to make balm n massage oil for muscle relaxing..
Well, YMMV, so keep that in mind. Here are some EOs that are suggested for arthritis or sore muscles and are reasonably safe. I do not have personal experience with most of these -- I am passing on information that I have collected:
Roman chamomile, Anthemis nobilis
Cypress, Cupressus sempervirens
Eucalyptus globulous
Eucalyptus radiata
Helichrysum Italicum sp Serotinum
Lavender, Lavendula angustifolia (yeah, I know this is not working for you, but just for the record... :mrgreen: )
Manuka, Leptospermum scoparium
Sweet Marjoram, Origanum marjorana
Black pepper, Piper nigrum
Peppermint, Mentha piperita (in moderation -- can be an irritant)
Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis
Spearmint, Mentha spicata
Also, a massage therapist friend makes an infusion of ground cayenne pepper (NOT the EO!!!) for use on sore muscles. I would use this for spot treatment only and wash hands WELL afterwards -- getting this on the face or in the eyes would be no fun. Here is a recipe:
Cayenne Salve
1/2 cup olive oil (or any other oil suitable for massage)
Two heaping teaspoons of cayenne powder (about 15 grams)
1/2 ounce of beeswax
Heat the oil and cayenne in a double boiler or carefully in a microwave until the oil is warm. Turn off the heat and let it sit for a couple of hours -- up to 24 hours if desired. Strain the mixture through a cheesecloth. Reserve the infused oil and discard the powder.
Heat the beeswax until it is just melted in a double boiler. Stir in the infused oil. Warm gently if the mixture starts to solidify. Immediately pour the mixture into jars or tins. Makes roughly 4 ounces. Let it cool and then label it.
How to use: Cayenne salve can be used on aches and pains, from sore muscles and joints to bruises and even nerve pain. Use only on intact skin. On intact skin you may feel a bit of burning or heat in the area where it is used. It should be applied externally only. The salve should be used within 6 months for the best results. If using it for arthritic pain it may take up to a week or two to see results. In this case you want to use it daily to decrease chronic pain.
Caution: When cayenne comes in contact with mucous membranes or eyes it will burn! Be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after touching cayenne or use gloves to apply the salve to the desired area. If you are using the cayenne salve on your hands, consider applying it at night and then sleeping with gloves on.
--DeeAnna