{"id":704,"date":"2019-10-16T22:06:22","date_gmt":"2019-10-16T22:06:22","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/?p=704"},"modified":"2021-02-19T22:41:12","modified_gmt":"2021-02-19T22:41:12","slug":"5-diy-essential-oil-based-remedies-for-bruises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/5-diy-essential-oil-based-remedies-for-bruises\/","title":{"rendered":"Ouch! 5 DIY Essential Oil Remedies that Heal Bruises Quickly"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-710\" src=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5-Essential-Oil-Remedies-for-Bruises.png\" alt=\"5 Essential Oil Remedies for Bruises\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" border=\"0\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5-Essential-Oil-Remedies-for-Bruises.png 900w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5-Essential-Oil-Remedies-for-Bruises-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5-Essential-Oil-Remedies-for-Bruises-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5-Essential-Oil-Remedies-for-Bruises-20x13.png 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Bruises give us an indication that there&#8217;s some underlying damage to\u00a0tissue beneath the skin. Bruises leave blue, purple or blackish discolorations on the skin following an initial swelling and\/or pain from injury. Eventually bruises will\u00a0fade to yellow \/ brown before completely receding.<\/p>\n<p><strong>There&#8217;s a variety of reasons you might develop \/ be prone to developing bruises:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>You suffered an acute injury. Everyone does this at some point and no matter how resilient you are at some point you&#8217;ll bruise.<\/li>\n<li>Some people are genetically predisposed to developing bruises easily. For example, they\u00a0might have a family history of weak blood vessels or a propensity for blood clotting.<\/li>\n<li>Others bruise easily because they are\u00a0deficient in essential nutrients like b12, C, K, zinc and\/or folic acid.<\/li>\n<li>And then there are some health issues that lead to having a higher likelihood of bruising as well &#8211; anemia, kidney problems, obesity, extremely low body fat levels, skin disorders and joint problems like depleted tissue elasticity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><script type=\"text\/javascript\">\namzn_assoc_placement = \"adunit0\";\namzn_assoc_search_bar = \"false\";\namzn_assoc_tracking_id = \"3443n714l-20\";\namzn_assoc_ad_mode = \"manual\";\namzn_assoc_ad_type = \"smart\";\namzn_assoc_marketplace = \"amazon\";\namzn_assoc_region = \"US\";\namzn_assoc_title = \" \";\namzn_assoc_linkid = \"5515271c2a91d10e4b023e2f0d8ce617\";\namzn_assoc_asins = \"B01GBVAO5C,B00J7WI64Y,B07D7NVWN7,B06Y2GVW5Z,B075817VBP,B00HCQEYCK,B079C7CNVK,B06Y2395BV\";\n<\/script><br \/>\n<script src=\"\/\/z-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/onejs?MarketPlace=US\"><\/script><br \/>\n<strong>But chances are you are in the first category &#8211; you just suffered an acute injury that&#8217;s resulted in a bruise and are looking for a quick fix.<\/strong><br \/>\nSo without further adou &#8211; here are five DIY recipes that include bruise healing essential oils. These are effective both if you are a chronic bruiser or just got a random bruise.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/how-to-safely-and-effectively-inhale-essential-oils\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Safely inhale Essential Oils<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>5 Essential Oil Based Remedies for Bruises<\/h2>\n<p>This list includes\u00a0a variety of ways you can address your bruise with essential oils. We&#8217;ll start off with the quickest and simple applications and then progress towards some more involved and thorough procedures.<\/p>\n<h4><em>**Important note: If you are applying treatments directly to the bruise apply them very gently &#8211; especially if it is a badly inflamed bruise.<\/em><\/h4>\n<h3>1.) Neat EO Application<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-855\" src=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lavender.jpg\" alt=\"lavender\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" border=\"0\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lavender.jpg 800w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lavender-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lavender-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lavender-20x13.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For minor bruises, a simple neat application is recommended. Neat means that you apply a small amount of your essential oil(s) direct and undiluted.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2BdfYQe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Lavender<\/a> and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/31j3gtO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">tea tree<\/a> essential oils are great for reducing inflammation and speeding up the healing process.<\/p>\n<p>To use just drop 1-3 drops of your preferred oil and lightly massage it into the bruise.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/best-diffusers-for-large-spaces\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3 Best High-Capacity Essential Oil Diffusers for Large Rooms<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>2.) EO\u00a0Infused Witch Hazel Lotion<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_818\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-818\" style=\"width: 800px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-818\" src=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/witch-hazel.jpg\" alt=\"Witch Hazel Flowers \" width=\"800\" height=\"536\" border=\"0\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/witch-hazel.jpg 800w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/witch-hazel-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/witch-hazel-768x515.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/witch-hazel-20x13.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-818\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Witch Hazel Flowers<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>This application is better suited for a more inflamed and swollen bruise. But it can be used on even minor bruises.<\/p>\n<p>Ingredients:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2MMu8NA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Chamomile<\/a> and\/or <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2BdfYQe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">lavender<\/a> essential oil<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/35JD5A0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Witch hazel lotion<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Directions:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>(Optional, but recommended)<\/strong> Apply a <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1JlyghK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">cold\/ice compress<\/a> on the bruised area to ease inflammation<\/li>\n<li>Add a few drops of either lavender or chamomile to a small amount of witch hazel lotion<\/li>\n<li>After removing your cold compress apply this infused lotion<\/li>\n<li>Apply this treatment two to three times daily until your bruise clears up<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/8-essential-oils-for-hair-loss-thinning-hair-alopecia-plus-3-mixtures-application-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 Essential Oils for Hair Loss, Thinning &amp; Alopecia<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>3.) EO Infused\u00a0Arnica Ointment<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-805\" src=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/mountain-arnica.jpg\" alt=\"mountain arnica\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" border=\"0\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/mountain-arnica.jpg 800w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/mountain-arnica-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/mountain-arnica-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/mountain-arnica-20x13.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Arnica ointment is considered one of the best and most effective bruise remedies. Kept on hand it can be applied liberally to your bruises.<\/p>\n<p>And you can enhance your arnica ointment with essential oils.<\/p>\n<p>Just add a between 1-4 drops\u00a0of the following bruise treating essential oils to your <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/35JD5A0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">arnica ointment<\/a>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2BdfYQe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Lavender<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/31j3gtO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Tea tree<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2MMu8NA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Chamomile<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2MPYDCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Parsley<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/32v11p2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Fennel<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/33FfZsE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Hyssop<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2oNVBXg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Geranium<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2Vnx3Aj\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Cypress<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ALTKVh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">Yarrow<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Simply massage the oils and ointment onto the bruise to combine them. This is best applied after a cold compress.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/how-to-treat-acne-with-essential-oils-hydrosols\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22 Essential Oils for Treatment of Acne<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>4.) EO Infused Hot \/ Cold Washcloth Treatment<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-815\" src=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Towel-Soak-Roll.jpg\" alt=\"Towel Soak Roll\" width=\"800\" height=\"590\" border=\"0\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Towel-Soak-Roll.jpg 800w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Towel-Soak-Roll-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Towel-Soak-Roll-768x566.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Towel-Soak-Roll-20x15.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ingredients:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 drops <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/35GpV6V\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">rosemary<\/a><\/li>\n<li>2 drops <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2BdfYQe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">lavender<\/a><\/li>\n<li>1 drop <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/193FcAX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">geranium<\/a><\/li>\n<li>2 washcloths<\/li>\n<li>2 <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1aVvm4M\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">non-reactive bowls<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Directions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Prep two bowls of water. One hot, one cold<\/li>\n<li>Add the above amounts of essential oils to each bowl<\/li>\n<li>Add\u00a0a washcloth in each bowl to soak<\/li>\n<li>Alternate applying each washcloth to your bruised area(s)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/12-essential-oils-wrinkles-aging-skin-plus-9-recipes-application-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12 Essential Oils for Wrinkles and Aging Skin<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>5.) Simple EO Infused Bruise Oil<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-827\" src=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/carrier-oil-almond.jpg\" alt=\"carrier oil almond\" width=\"800\" height=\"569\" border=\"0\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/carrier-oil-almond.jpg 800w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/carrier-oil-almond-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/carrier-oil-almond-768x546.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/carrier-oil-almond-20x14.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ingredients:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>2 drops <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/193FcAX\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">geranium<\/a><\/li>\n<li>2 drops <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/35GpV6V\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">rosemary<\/a><\/li>\n<li>1 drop <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2BdfYQe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">lavender<\/a><\/li>\n<li>1 teaspoon carrier oil <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2MOAOea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"broken_link\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">argan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/33yvd2n\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"broken_link\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">avocado<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2IVrSm6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">coconut<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/32jZYbk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"broken_link\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sesame<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2ITlpIi\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"broken_link\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sweet almond<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/35AeFsI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"broken_link\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">jojoba<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1EG8y3Q\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">grapeseed<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/35yB3Tf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"broken_link\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">macadamia<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Bruise oil for Children<\/h3>\n<p>If you have a child that got a bruise it&#8217;s recommended that you wrap some ice cubes in a towel and hold them against the bruised area.<\/p>\n<p>Follow this with an oil made with 30 drops of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/33FfZsE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">hyssop<\/a> diluted into 2 tablespoons carrier oil.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related:<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/5-essential-oil-recipes-for-dry-cracked-and-flaky-skin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 5 Essential Oils for Dry, Cracked &amp; Flakey Skin<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Non-Essential Oil Natural Remedies for Bruise Healing<\/h2>\n<p>Essential oil-based treatments work well for bruises, but there are some other notable natural remedies as well. Some might be in your house already.<\/p>\n<h3>Comfrey<\/h3>\n<p>Comfrey is a fantastic healing plant. It both nourishes and reduces pain. Comfrey has a long history of use for various ailments, from skin conditions\u00a0to bone disorders.\u00a0And is often\u00a0applied\u00a0for the following conditions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Arthritis<\/li>\n<li>Broken Bones<\/li>\n<li>Bruises<\/li>\n<li>Bug Bites<\/li>\n<li>Burns<\/li>\n<li>Chafin<\/li>\n<li>Eczema<\/li>\n<li>Fractures<\/li>\n<li>Hemorrhoids<\/li>\n<li>Inflammation<\/li>\n<li>Muscle Strains<\/li>\n<li>Psoriasis<\/li>\n<li>Rashes<\/li>\n<li>Skin Tags<\/li>\n<li>Sores<\/li>\n<li>Varicose Veins<\/li>\n<li>Wounds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Long list, huh?<\/p>\n<p>Comfrey is best applied\u00a0fresh, in a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/31k9o5n\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">salve\/ointment<\/a> or in a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/33BMpUP\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">tincture\/extract<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/14-essential-oils-energy-wakefulness-plus-5-recipes-application-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14 Uplifting Essential Oils for Energy &amp; Wakefulness<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Aloe Vera<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-819\" src=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Aloe-Vera-Gel.jpg\" alt=\"Aloe Vera Gel\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" border=\"0\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Aloe-Vera-Gel.jpg 800w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Aloe-Vera-Gel-20x13.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Aloe helps bruises heal by supporting blood vessel rehabilitation and limiting inflammation. It also detoxifies, hydrates and supports immune health.<\/p>\n<p>The best way to use aloe is to pluck it off your own plant. But if you are without a plant, you can pick up some <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2MptI0O\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">organic aloe vera gel<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/12-essential-oils-sleep-create-relaxing-bedtime-routine-transform-next-day\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12 Essential Oils for Sleep: Create a Relaxing Bedtime Routine<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Parsley Leaves<\/h3>\n<p>Parsley is a surprisingly powerful little herb. Internally it can support immune health and tonify the internal systems, and externally it can decrease inflammation, reduce pain and make skin conditions heal at a faster rate.<\/p>\n<p>To use parsley simply take a handful of fresh leaves, crush them, spread them over the bruise and wrap the area with an elastic bandage.<\/p>\n<p>Alternatively, you could apply a few drops of <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/2MPYDCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">parsley essential oil<\/a> to the bruise with a small amount of carrier oil\/lotion.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/15-essential-oils-anxiety-stress-reduction-plus-9-recipes-application-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">15 Essential Oils for Anxiety &amp; Stress Reduction<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Rest and Nourish<\/h3>\n<p>Your bruises will heal and resolve themselves the quickest if you take it easy and nourish your body. Make sure you are getting rest, are partaking in relaxing activities and eating nourishing (non-stimulating) foods if you want to see your bruises fade quickly.<\/p>\n<h2>Bruise Prevention<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-825\" src=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/bruise-bee-sting.jpg\" alt=\"bruise bee sting\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" border=\"0\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/bruise-bee-sting.jpg 800w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/bruise-bee-sting-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/bruise-bee-sting-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/bruise-bee-sting-20x13.jpg 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If you are prone to bruising you might want to consider the following:<\/p>\n<h4>Avoid common drugs that are known to cause or increase the likelihood of bruising.<\/h4>\n<p>These include blood-thinning medications like coumadin and warfarin, anti-clotting drops like Plavix, corticosteriods and NSAIDS (Aspirin, Ibuprofen).<\/p>\n<p>Chronic bleeding disorders and diseases can also contribute to skin coming easily bruised. You might want to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.truehealthlabs.com\/Health-Check-p\/lc_202999.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" class=\"broken_link\">get a basic\u00a0blood panel done<\/a> to assess your general health.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/14-romantic-essential-oils-for-your-love-life-sex-libido\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">14 Potent Aphrodisiac Essential Oils for your Love life, Romance, Sex &amp; Libido<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Address Vitamin Deficiencies<\/h4>\n<p>Common vitamin and mineral deficiencies that increase the likelihood of bruising are vitamin C and vitamin K deficiency. You can address this by adding more mineral rich foods to your diet and\/or supplementing highly bioavailable forms of <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1I3v5Lh\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">vitamin C<\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1FDwIIu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Vitamin K2<\/a>. Note: If you are taking blood thinners consult your doctor if you thinking of supplement vitamin K.<\/p>\n<p>If you suspect weak capillaries are at the root of your chronic bruising you can supplement with rutin, hesperidin and\/or quercetin to help increase capillary strength and reduce fragility.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/weight-loss\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8 Essential Oils for Weight Loss with Recipes &amp; Application Tips<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Hopefully, you have found this post useful. If you have any questions, comments or recommendations of your own please let us know in the comment section below!<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-710\" src=\"http:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5-Essential-Oil-Remedies-for-Bruises.png\" alt=\"5 Essential Oil Remedies for Bruises\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" border=\"0\" srcset=\"https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5-Essential-Oil-Remedies-for-Bruises.png 900w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5-Essential-Oil-Remedies-for-Bruises-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5-Essential-Oil-Remedies-for-Bruises-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/essentialoilsanctuary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/5-Essential-Oil-Remedies-for-Bruises-20x13.png 20w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bruises give us an indication that there&#8217;s some underlying damage to\u00a0tissue beneath the skin. Bruises leave blue, purple or blackish discolorations on the skin following an initial swelling and\/or pain from injury. Eventually bruises will\u00a0fade to yellow \/ brown before completely receding. 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