There’s a moment when so many, maybe you, will have to deal with hemorrhoids. These swollen veins in your anus or rectum can cause itching, burning, pain, and sometimes bleeding. While they usually go away on their own, there may be weeks of discomfort and annoyance. Essential oils with vein-tonic and anti-inflammatory benefits can relieve symptoms and speed the healing.
Alone or combined, some suggested essential oils for hemorrhoids are:
• German chamomile
• Frankincense
• Geranium
• Helichrysum
• Lavender
Safety First
Hemorrhoids are usually a minor condition and respond well to home remedies. But if painful hemorrhoids persist, you should consult a healthcare professional.
Treating hemorrhoids at home is simple with these aromatherapy applications.
• Soothing wipes. Soak cotton pads in a combination of essential oils and witch hazel for an easy and effective treatment.
• DIY ointment. Using essential oils and pure aloe vera creates a pain-relieving salve.
• Sitz bath. One of the best ways to treat hemorrhoids is to soak your buttocks in warm water and Epsom salts. Add diluted essential oils to the mix to hasten healing.
Natural Partners for Aromatherapy
For maximum results, combine your essential oils with these other natural remedies:
• Cool down. Applying an ice pack to painful hemorrhoids can help relieve swelling.
• Try wipes. Using wipes instead of toilet paper can prevent further irritation.
• Apply aloe. Cut open a leaf of aloe vera and lightly apply its healing inner gel to the area.
When hemorrhoids are burning and itching, these recipes may be the soothing solution to discomfort and irritation.
In this recipe, the healing powers of Epsom salts combine with the anti-inflammatory and relieving properties of German chamomile and geranium.
5 drops German chamomile oil
5 drops geranium oil
1 tablespoon coconut or jojoba oil
½ cup Epsom salts
Fill a bathtub or plastic tub with just enough warm water to cover the area when sitting. Combine all of the oils in a small glass bowl. Stir the oil mixture and Epsom salts into the water. Soak for 20 minutes.
Bowel movements and toilet paper are both hard on hemorrhoids. Use one of these soothing wipes after bowel movements or whenever you need a little relief.
⅓ cup witch hazel
10 drops German chamomile oil
5 drops geranium oil
5 drops helichrysum oil
20-25 cotton cosmetic pads
1 small mason jar
Combine the witch hazel and oils in a small glass bowl. Place the cotton pads in your mason jar and pour the liquid mixture over them. Cover the jar tightly. Store in a cool, dark place until you need the wipes.
This DIY ointment relieves itching, pain, and inflammation to reduce irritation and help hemorrhoids heal more quickly.
2 drops lavender oil
2 drops geranium oil
2 drops helichrysum oil
1 teaspoon witch hazel
8 teaspoons pure aloe vera gel
1 small dark-glass jar
Combine the oils in a small glass bowl. Stir in the aloe vera gel. Pour the mixture into your glass jar to store. Apply to the affected area using a clean cotton swab.