The Root Chakra and Essential Oils

The Root Chakra centers upon our core needs for survival, security and livelihood. When the Root Chakra is unbalanced, you will feel ungrounded, confused and lack the ability to move forward. Without a balanced Root Chakra, it is impossible to fully balance the other chakras.

Sanskrit Name for the Root Chakra

Muladhara

Root Chakra Location

The root chakra is located at the base of the spine, by the coccyx (tailbone).

Essential Oils for Balancing the Root Chakra

• Agarwood
• Amyris
• Angelica Root
• Atlas Cedarwood
• Buddha Wood
• Frankincense
• Muhuhu
• Myrrh
• Palo Santo
• Patchouli
• Peru Balsam
• Sandalwood, Australian
• Sandalwood, East Indian
• Spikenard
• Vetiver
• Virginian Cedarwood

Signs of Balance

• Grounded
• Secure
• Safe
• Content

Symptoms of Imbalance

• Ungrounded
• Unclear of Purpose
• Fearful
• Insecure
• Confused

Color

• Red

Element

• Earth

Crystals

• Bloodstone
• Garnet
• Red Agate
• Red Aventurine
• Red Jasper
• Red Tiger's Eye
• Ruby

Sound

• C/Oohm

Root Chakra Essential Oil Recipes

• Roll-On Recipe
• Diffuser Recipe
• Inhaler Recipe

Chakra and Aromatherapy Guide Sections:

• Guide to Essential Oils and the Chakras
• Introduction: Balancing the Chakras Using Essential Oils
• Root Chakra
• Sacral Chakra
• Solar Plexus Chakra
• Heart Chakra
• Throat Chakra
• Third Eye Chakra
• Crown Chakra
• Essential Oil Recipes for Balancing the Chakras

Books that Include Information Regarding the Essential Oils and Chakras:

Aromatherapy and Subtle Energy Techniques: Compassionate Healing with Essential Oils
Author: Joni Keim Loughran and Ruah Bull
Aromatherapy and Subtle Energy Techniques introduces beginners to the concepts of the chakras (the energy centers of the body), subtle energy techniques, and how to incorporate the use of essential oils into energy work.

Aromatherapy for the Soul
Author: Valerie Ann Worwood
Aromatherapy for the Soul is helpful if you're looking for a deeper introduction into the role that aromatherapy and aromatic botanicals play within spirituality in general and within your own personal spiritual practices.