Oil of the week – Grapefruit

Personally, I love Grapefruit…and not only because of its scent or smell, but also because it can be used so many different ways!

It blends well with Basil, Bergamot, Cypress, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary and Ylang Ylang, and it also has a cleansing effect on the kidneys, lymphatic system and vascular system.

Here are My Favorite 8 Ways to Use Grapefruit Oil:

1. Put 3 drops in a diffuser to help reduce sugar cravings.
2. Combine 2 drops with a bit of Fractionated Coconut Oil and rub directly over areas of cellulite. Grapefruit oil is a lymphatic stimulant, and because cellulite is stagnant lymphatic tissue, it can help reduce cellulite.
3. Dilute 2 drops with a little Fractionated Coconut Oil and apply to oily skin or acne to better manage breakouts.
4. Rub 1 drop Grapefruit and 1 drop Geranium over the liver each day. Both of these oils are fabulous for liver and gallbladder support.
5. Apply 1 drop Grapefruit and 1 drop Basil over your adrenals or on the bottoms of the feet to support the adrenals.
6. Diffuse 2 drops Grapefruit, 2 drops Lemon and 2 drops Lime to freshen the air and reduce stress.
7. Ease hangover symptoms by drinking 1 drop Grapefruit oil in a glass of water.
8. Rub 2 drops Grapefruit on the feet to ease PMS symptoms.

What About Contraindications with Prescription Medications? 

I get this question quite often, so please let me clarify…

Grapefruit essential oil is different from the actual piece of fruit and grapefruit juice because the oil comes from a different part of the plant (the rind). However, I do recommend talking to your doctor to discuss any contraindication concerns.