In this sixth post in our chakra series, we’re looking at which essential oils in combination with massage can help you open and expand your third eye chakra. The third eye chakra rests on the principles of knowledge and wisdom. It influences the areas of our mind that control our common sense, wisdom, intelligence, memory retention, dreams, spirituality, and intuition.
This chakra controls concentration, consciousness, intuition, extra-sensory perception, and paranormal experiences. The third eye houses our ability to visualize and comprehend concepts. Energy blockages of this chakra physically manifest in the form of such divergent illnesses as sinus problems, cataracts, and major endocrine imbalances.
Attributes of the Third Eye Chakra
- Color = indigo
- Element = light
- Sense = all senses, including extra-sensory perception
- Body Part = eyes, central nervous system, and midbrain
- Glands = pituitary
- Location = between your eyebrows
Signs of Balance
- Intuitive
- Common Sense
- Fast Learner
- Clear Memory
- Intelligent
- Sense of Spirituality
Signs of Imbalance
- Non-sympathetic and no empathy
- Judgmental
- Over-Intellectualizing
- Lacks intuition
- Lacks common sense
- Forgetful
- Sleep, dream, or nightmare issues
Essential Oils for Balancing the Third Eye Chakra
- Clary Sage
- Cypress
- Frankincense
- Juniper
- Patchouli
- Rosemary
- Sandalwood
- Vetiver
At your next massage appointment, request one of the above essential oils to aid in opening your third eye chakra.