Lane Cove Acupuncture — Complementary Wellness
Your acupuncture treatment works on multiple levels — and so do these therapeutic oil blends, chosen to extend the healing effect between sessions. Whether you are a Lane Cove local or travelling from across the North Shore, these blends are your at-home complement to in-clinic care.
Between-Session Healing
Acupuncture initiates change — it regulates the nervous system, moves stagnant Qi, nourishes deficient organ systems, and creates the conditions for the body to heal itself. But the work does not end when you leave the Lane Cove clinic. The hours and days following your session are an opportunity to consolidate and deepen what has been set in motion.
Essential oils offer one of the most immediate and accessible ways to do this. Absorbed through the skin in a carrier oil, or inhaled via a diffuser, aromatic compounds reach the limbic system — the brain's emotional and regulatory centre — within seconds. They can lower cortisol, modulate the stress response, support sleep architecture, lift mood, and ease pain. For North Shore patients managing the specific pressures of busy professional and family lives, the right oil blend between acupuncture sessions can make a measurable difference to outcomes.
Our range has been carefully selected to complement every treatment offered at Lane Cove Acupuncture. Below, you will find two categories: massage blends (applied to the skin) and essential oil blends (for your diffuser or burner at home). Your practitioner will advise on which blends are most suitable for your specific presentation.
Applied directly to the skin. Each massage blend is formulated in nourishing carrier oils (soya bean, jojoba, sunflower, wheatgerm) with Vitamin E, combined with specific essential oils chosen for their therapeutic properties. Your practitioner may apply these during treatment, or you can use them at home for self-massage. Always patch-test before first use, and consult your practitioner if pregnant.
For your diffuser or oil burner at home. These concentrated aromatic blends create a therapeutic atmosphere in your living space — particularly powerful during evening wind-down, morning meditation, post-acupuncture rest, or during any period when you need to consciously shift your nervous system state. Do not apply undiluted to skin.
Find Your Blend
Locate your treatment or condition below. Your practitioner will confirm the most suitable blend for your individual presentation at Lane Cove Acupuncture.
| Your Treatment / Condition | Recommended Oil Blends |
|---|---|
| Acupuncture | Relaxation (massage) Calming (oil) |
| IVF / Fertility Support | Relaxation (massage) Calming (oil) Meditation (oil) |
| Pregnancy Acupuncture | Relaxation (massage) Calming (oil) — consult practitioner; some oils are contraindicated in pregnancy |
| Women's Health / Hormonal | Happiness (massage) Relaxation (massage) Calming (oil) |
| Men's Health / Fertility | Energy (massage) Mental Clarity (oil) |
| Psychotherapy / Counselling | Anxiety (oil) Calming (oil) Meditation (oil) |
| Sound Therapy | Meditation (oil) Calming (oil) |
| Bowen Therapy | Relaxation (massage) Sport (massage) |
| Cupping | Sport (massage) Energy (massage) |
| Tui Na / Massage | Sport (massage) Relaxation (massage) |
| Moxibustion | Relaxation (massage) Calming (oil) |
| Endometriosis / PCOS | Relaxation (massage) Happiness (massage) Calming (oil) |
| Menopause | Happiness (massage) Relaxation (massage) Calming (oil) |
| Anxiety / Depression | Anxiety (oil) Calming (oil) Meditation (oil) |
| Insomnia | Sleep Assisting (oil) Calming (oil) Relaxation (massage) |
| Gut Health / Digestive | Relaxation (massage) Calming (oil) |
| Chronic Fatigue | Energy (massage) Mental Clarity (oil) Relaxation (massage) |
| Sports Injury | Sport (massage) Energy (massage) |
| Tennis / Golf Elbow | Sport (massage) |
| Post-Viral Recovery | Energy (massage) Mental Clarity (oil) |
| Back Pain / Neck Pain | Sport (massage) Relaxation (massage) |
| Eczema / Skin | Relaxation (massage) Calming (oil) — patch test required |
| Stress / Burnout | Stress Relief (oil) Stress Relief #2 (massage) Calming (oil) |
| Depression / Low Mood | Happiness (massage) Energy (massage) Mental Clarity (oil) |
| Inner Self / Spiritual | Meditation (oil) Aphrodisiac (oil) |
| Relationships / Romance | Aphrodisiac (oil) Happiness (massage) |
The Full Range
Each blend below has been selected to align with the treatment goals of North Shore patients. Ingredient transparency matters — here is everything you need to know about what is in each bottle.
Massage Blends — For Topical Use
Uplifts mood and stimulates the senses
Ingredients
Soya Bean, Lemon, Rosemary, Wheatgerm, Vitamin E, Peppermint, Eucalyptus Blue Gum
Sharp and invigorating, this blend is for the person who wakes feeling already depleted — or who hits a wall mid-afternoon. Rosemary and peppermint stimulate mental and physical alertness; eucalyptus opens the airways; lemon refreshes the mood. For Lane Cove patients managing chronic fatigue, post-viral fog, or demanding professional schedules, a morning self-massage with this blend can meaningfully shift the day's trajectory.
Application
Massage into shoulders, neck, upper arms, and across the chest. Best used in the morning.
Complements
Cupping, Chronic Fatigue, Sports Injury, Depression, Post-Viral Recovery, Men's Health
Promotes feelings of happiness and euphoria
Ingredients
Soya Bean, Bergamot, Rose Geranium, Mandarin, Jojoba, Vitamin E, Neroli
Bergamot is one of the most extensively studied oils for mood — its linalool content makes it uniquely calming-uplifting. Paired with the balancing effect of rose geranium (particularly valued for hormonal regulation), the cheerful warmth of mandarin, and the exquisite floral opening of neroli, this blend lifts the spirit without overstimulating. Excellent for women navigating hormonal transitions or prolonged low mood.
Application
Apply to chest, inner wrists, and solar plexus. Breathe in deeply after application.
Complements
Women's Health, Endometriosis, Menopause, Depression, Relationships
Sharpens the mind and keeps you focused
Ingredients
Soya Bean, Grapefruit Pink, Bergamot, Wheatgerm, Lemon, Basil, Vitamin E, Sunflower
For the North Shore professional navigating brain fog, reduced concentration, or cognitive fatigue after illness or prolonged stress. Basil and the citrus oils (grapefruit, lemon) are classified in aromatherapy as cognitive enhancers — they sharpen attention and lift the mental haze that often accompanies fatigue states. Wheatgerm and sunflower provide antioxidant skin benefits.
Application
Apply to temples, back of neck, and forearms. Use mid-morning or early afternoon.
Complements
Men's Health, Chronic Fatigue, Post-Viral Recovery, Depression
Promotes a peaceful, deeply relaxed state
Ingredients
Soya Bean, Lavender, Vitamin E, Wheatgerm, Mandarin, Marjoram, Patchouli, Geranium, Jojoba, Chamomile Roman
Ten ingredients working in perfect concert — this is our most complete relaxation formula and the one most commonly used in the clinic post-acupuncture. Chamomile Roman is one of the most calming botanicals known; lavender is the gold standard for nervous system regulation; marjoram eases musculoskeletal tension; patchouli and geranium ground the mind when it continues to race after the body has stilled. After a long North Shore day, this blend signals safety to the nervous system.
Application
Full back and shoulder massage, or apply to feet and abdomen. Use in the evening or after acupuncture.
Complements
Acupuncture, IVF, Pregnancy, Women's Health, Insomnia, Gut Health, Moxibustion, Bowen
Stimulating and warming — ideal for stiff and sore muscles
Ingredients
Soybean, Camphor, Wintergreen, Pine, Vitamin E, Sunflower
A powerfully therapeutic blend for musculoskeletal complaints — the kind that bring many North Shore patients through our door. Camphor and wintergreen (containing natural methyl salicylate, structurally similar to aspirin) create warming, analgesic penetration into sore muscle tissue; pine adds an expansive, opening quality. Used before or after sport, or as a daily treatment for repetitive strain or postural tension.
Application
Massage firmly into affected areas. Do not apply near the eyes or on sensitive skin. Not for use during pregnancy.
Complements
Sports Injury, Tennis Elbow, Back Pain, Cupping, Tui Na, Bowen Therapy
Reduces stress and its physical and emotional side effects
Ingredients
Soya Bean, Bergamot, Wheatgerm, Patchouli, Orange Bitter, Grapefruit, Ylang Ylang, Vitamin E, Sunflower
Stress manifests in the body as tension, in the gut as discomfort, in the mind as rumination, and in sleep as shallow, unrefreshing nights. This blend addresses all of these: bitter orange and grapefruit interrupt the cycle of mental replay; bergamot lifts mood; patchouli grounds and earths; ylang ylang slows the heart rate and eases emotional tightness. An essential companion to any stress-focused acupuncture program.
Application
Massage into the back, shoulders, and abdomen in slow, deliberate strokes. Use as part of an evening ritual.
Complements
Stress / Burnout, Anxiety, Acupuncture
Essential Oil Blends — Diffuser / Burner Use at Home
Relieves symptoms of everyday stress
Ingredients
Orange, Bergamot, Patchouli, Lavender, Ylang Ylang
A perfectly balanced stress-relief formula that works through the olfactory system to shift the nervous system from sympathetic (fight-or-flight) to parasympathetic (rest-and-digest). For North Shore patients managing the pressures of career, family, and commute, diffusing this blend in the home in the evening creates a reliable sensory cue for the transition from work to recovery.
Use
Diffuse for 30–60 minutes. Pair with Stress Relief #2 massage blend for maximum effect.
Complements
Stress / Burnout, Anxiety, Acupuncture
Sweet and sensual — sets the mood for intimacy and connection
Ingredients
Lavender, Orange Sweet, Patchouli, Ylang Ylang, Cedarwood, Jojoba, Jasmine Absolute
Stress and fatigue are among the most common barriers to intimacy and relational connection. This blend — anchored by jasmine absolute, one of the most prized aromatic materials in the world — creates an atmosphere of warmth, safety, and openness. Ylang ylang and cedarwood add depth and grounding sensuality; lavender ensures the mood remains tender rather than overwhelming.
Use
Diffuse in a shared space 30–45 minutes before meaningful time together.
Complements
Relationships, Inner Self, Spiritual Wellness
Assists in reducing states associated with anxiety
Ingredients
Lavender, Rosewood, Bergamot, Ylang Ylang
A precise, purposeful blend for anxiety states — not a general relaxant but a targeted neurological intervention via the olfactory route. Lavender and bergamot are the most clinically supported essential oils for anxiety reduction; rosewood brings warmth and stability; ylang ylang addresses the physical manifestations of anxiety including elevated heart rate and shallow breathing. Use before acupuncture sessions, during difficult times, or as part of a nightly ritual.
Use
Diffuse for 20–40 minutes. Can be applied to a tissue and inhaled directly during moments of acute anxiety.
Complements
Anxiety / Depression, Psychotherapy, Insomnia, Stress
Creates a relaxed, calming sensation
Ingredients
Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Frankincense, Cedarwood
Frankincense has been used in ceremonial and contemplative contexts across cultures for millennia — its deep, resinous warmth promotes a state of grounded, open awareness that is ideal for post-treatment integration. Combined with lavender, ylang ylang, and cedarwood, this blend is the single most versatile in our collection — recommended across nearly every treatment category at Lane Cove Acupuncture for its ability to maintain the calm created in the clinic.
Use
Diffuse during rest, post-acupuncture, before sleep, or whenever intentional calm is needed.
Complements
Acupuncture, IVF, Anxiety, Insomnia, Moxibustion, Sound Therapy, Gut Health, Eczema
Encourages inner peace and mental stillness
Ingredients
Orange Sweet, Patchouli, Frankincense, Clary Sage, Ylang Ylang, Thyme Red
A contemplative blend that quietens the analytical mind and supports entry into a more spacious, receptive inner state. Clary sage has potent hormonal-regulatory and euphoric properties; frankincense deepens and grounds; patchouli earths; thyme red adds a warming yang quality. Diffuse during meditation, breathwork, or journalling — particularly valuable for IVF patients, those in counselling, or anyone doing meaningful inner work between sessions.
Use
Diffuse during meditation, sound therapy, breathwork, or after acupuncture sessions.
Complements
IVF, Sound Therapy, Psychotherapy, Anxiety, Inner Self
Refreshing and stimulating — mentally alert and focused
Ingredients
Grapefruit, Bergamot, Basil, Lemon Cold Pressed
Four cognitively activating oils in one clean, bright blend. For Lane Cove patients navigating brain fog — whether from chronic fatigue, post-viral recovery, or simply the accumulated cognitive load of a demanding life — this blend provides aromatic support for sharpness and focus. Use in the morning or at the start of a work block; avoid in the evening as its stimulating quality may interfere with sleep onset.
Use
Diffuse in the morning or early afternoon during work or study. Not recommended close to bedtime.
Complements
Men's Health, Chronic Fatigue, Post-Viral Recovery, Depression
Encourages the onset and quality of sleep
Ingredients
Lavender, Lemon, Marjoram, Jojoba, Chamomile Roman
Insomnia is one of the most commonly treated conditions at Lane Cove Acupuncture — and one of the most responsive to complementary aromatic support. Chamomile Roman and lavender are the most clinically researched oils for sleep initiation and quality; marjoram relaxes the muscles and soothes the mind's tendency to replay the day; lemon adds a clean clarity that prevents the blend from feeling heavy or medicinal. Begin diffusing 30–45 minutes before your intended sleep time.
Use
Diffuse in the bedroom 30–45 minutes before sleep. Can also be placed on a tissue near the pillow.
Complements
Insomnia, Anxiety, Stress / Burnout
Lane Cove Acupuncture
Book your next acupuncture session at Lane Cove and speak to your practitioner about which oil blends are right for your treatment goals. North Shore patients welcome from Lane Cove, Chatswood, Willoughby, North Sydney, and across the Northern Beaches.
