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    ASK THE EXPERTS

    Dec 23, 2022 4 minutes

    AROMATHERAPY EXPERT

    Julia Lawless is an author, aromatherapy expert and managing director of Aqua Oleum (aqua-oleum.co.uk).

    Q I bruise very easily on my arms and legs. How can I help the unattractive marks to fade more quickly?

    A Lavender is great for soothing swellings and reducing pain from bruising. It is one of the few essential oils you can apply directly onto a bruise to encourage healing. So long as the area affected is small. Gently dab a few drops of lavender essential oil on the bruise, 3-4 times daily.

    You can also try myrrh essential oil, which is a remedy with a long history of use for

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