Did you know that essential oils are not just nice to smell but also have amazing healing properties? Many ailments can be treated with essential oils without any of the nasty side effects of drugs. Of course, there is a place for conventional medication but would you not rather try a natural form of healing first? I know I would and having experienced the incredible benefits, oils are my first port of call. You can use oils topically (rub them on the area where they are needed), aromatically (inhale them from the bottle, your hands or via a diffuser) and through ingestion (check for every oil that they are suitable for ingestion). Oils can work on a physical and emotional level. I recommend only using the best quality, therapeutic grade essential oils. The oils I use are from doTERRA and they are Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade oils, ethically sourced from optimal geographic locations and soil conditions. Here are 10 of the essential oils I use most and some of their benefits:
Lemon oil – Cleans and freshens
Add a drop to honey to soothe a dry or sore throat.
Diffuse in a room to neutralise odours and elevate mood
Use to clean kitchen counters
Take internally with water as an antioxidant and detoxifier
Lavender – All things calming
Diffuse in a room or apply topically to calm anxiety and soothe emotions
Apply topically to soothe irritated skin and bruises
Massage on bottom of feet before bedtime
Apply to calm insect bite
Peppermint – Cooling and invigorating
Inhale deeply to invigorate lungs and increase alertness
Apply to neck and forehead to calm headaches
Add to water in a spray bottle and mist body when overheated
Take internally with water to alleviate digestive discomfort
Digestzen-Digestive blend – Digestive support
Rub on stomach to ease digestive discomfort including upset stomach, constipation nausea or motion sickness
Take internally at meal times to support healthy, comfortable digestion
Apply to the bottom of feet of children to ease digestive issues
Breathe – respiratory blend
Apply topically to chest and neck to promote clear breathing
Diffuse at bedtime for a more restful sleep
Apply to chest or bottom of feet for seasonal allergies
Melaleuca – First aid for skin
Apply to skin blemishes and rashes
Use with shampoo for healthy scalp and hair
Apply to affected areas with fungal issues
Treat wounds such as cuts, blisters and boils by applying to the affected area
Deep Blue – soothing blend, muscle and joint support
Apply directly to aching joints
Rub on muscles before and after exercise to reduce discomfort
Use with fractionated coconut oil for a deep tissue massage
Oregano – Natural Immune Support
Take drops internally for immune support
Fungal infection and warts, apply to affected area repeatedly until treated
Gargle with water at first signs of cold
Gargle with water for sore throat
On Guard – protective blend, natural defense
Proven to destroy bacteria and viruses
Diffuse in a room to purify the air
Dilute and gargle morning and night as a protective mouth rinse
Apply several drops to soles of feet to boost immune system
Dilute in a spray bottle to clean surfaces
Frankincense – King of oils
Use to clean and heal cuts, bites and sores
Use aromatically and topically to lift mood and awareness
Apply 1 drop under each big toe and over feet at night for seizures
Apply topically to reduce inflammation
Take internally to strengthen immune system
Let me know if you have any questions about using essential oils or if you would like to find out how to buy doTERRA oils with a 25% discount.