Use of Essential Oils 101

Are you skeptical about essential oils? With all my education, I was skeptical too…but I was wrong!

Essential oils can be used to support the immune system, reduce stress, curb sugar cravings, increase energy, maintain a healthy weight, increase focus and attention, help with snoring, upset stomach, respiratory support, hormone imbalance, and MORE!

Here are some examples:

For Immune System Support (can be used daily to support wellness) – Lemon, OnGuard, and Frankincense (put 20 drops of each in a roller ball and top with fractionated coconut oil)   recipes

To Support the Immune System (use this when you’ve been exposed to someone who’s been sick or when you aren’t feeling well) – Lemon, OnGuard, Frankincense, and Oregano (put 20 drops of each in a roller ball and top with fractionated coconut oil)  recipe

For irritated throat, difficulty swallowing – Melaleuca, OnGuard, Frankincense, and Ginger (drop 1 drop under the tongue. It’s a bit spicy, so if you can’t tolerate the heat, then rub this combination on your throat and on your feet)  recipes

For Acne –  Melaleuca, Immortelle Blend, Frankincense, Lavender  recipes

Scarring – Frankincense (helps prevent), Helichrysum (helps reduce)  recipes

Aging and Wrinkles – Immortelle Blend, Frankincense, Lavender, Myrrh, geranium (rub directly on the area of concern)  recipes

To Soothe Tension – Lavender, Serenity and Balance, Ylang Ylang, In Tune blend, Wild Orange, Elevation  recipes

For Cleaning – Purify, Lemon, OnGuard  recipes

Helps You Relax – Serenity, Lavender, Bergamot  recipes

To Soothe Tension and Stress – Diffuse Balance and Elevation  recipes

For Really Stinky Laundry – 2 drops Purify with the laundry detergent  recipes

Occasional Stomach Ache – Peppermint, Digest Zen, Ginger, Fennel (rub 2 drops of any of these oils directly on the stomach or diffuse them)

Relieves Occasional Diarrhea – Peppermint, Geranium, Ginger (rub 2 drops of any of these oils directly on the stomach or diffuse them)

Gas – Lavender, Ginger (rub 2 drops of any of these oils directly on the lower abdomen or diffuse them)

Relives Mild Heartburn or Acid Indigestion – Lemon, Peppermint, Digest Zen (drop 2 drops of any of these oils directly on the tongue)

To Retain Information When Studying/Memory Support – Rosemary (diffuse or apply to back of neck)  recipes

For Sore Muscles – Deep Blue Rub and Lemongrass (rub on area of concern)  recipes

Itchy or Flaky Scalp – Melaleuca and Peppermint (you can apply it directly to the scalp, or add a few drops to your shampoo and conditioner)  recipes

For Stinky Shoes / Feet – Add Lemon and Melaleuca to spray bottle of water, spray on bottom of feet and inside shoes (recipe)

Daily Detox – Lemon (put a few drops in water and drink each day)

To Support Sleep – Serenity, Lavender, Cedarwood, & Vetiver (recipes)

To Support Focus and Calming – Serenity, Balance, & Vetiver (Diffuse or apply to neck and bottoms of feet)  recipes

To Relieve a Sunburn – Lavender, Melaleuca, and Peppermint in spray bottle filled with water.

To Support a Cough – Breathe and OnGuard rubbed on chest. Epsom salt bath with Breathe and OnGuard.  recipes

For Anxious or Nervous Feelings – Wild Orange, Serenity, Balance, and Helichrysum recipes

Respiratory or Seasonal Support Blend – Lavender, Lemon, Peppermint, Breathe, Frankincense, and Melaleuca (diffuse, apply to feet and/or chest)  recipes

Snoring – Thyme (rub on big toes before going to sleep) recipe

For head/neck tension – Deep Blue, Frankincense, Basil, and Peppermint (Apply 1-2 drops to temples, back of neck and forehead) recipes

Healthy Cell Support (Created by Season Johnson, Founder of the KickCancer Foundation) – Frankincense, Sandalwood, Myrrh (put 30 drops of each in a roller ball and top with fractionated coconut oil)  recipes

Water retention, bloating – Frankincense, Eucalyptus, Deep Blue (can use daily if dealing with chronic inflammatory issues) FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY recipe

Cuts and Scrapes – Lavender and Melaleuca  recipes

To Relieve a Burn – Lavender  recipes

Supports Ear Achiness – Melaleuca, Oregano, and Basil (rub behind ears)  recipe

For Relief from Bug Bites or Stings – Purify recipe

Boost Energy Without Caffeine – Lemongrass, Wild Orange or Elevation  recipe

Relives Mild Heartburn – Lemon, Peppermint or DigestZen (drop 2 drops of any of these oils directly on the tongue)

To Support Bedwetting – Diffuse Cypress and Ylang Ylang

Baby Can’t Sleep – 1 drop of Serenity on bottoms of feet at bedtime

Relief of discomfort – Peppermint or Deep Blue Rub (apply to area of concern) recipes

To Help Reduce Sunspots or Age Spots – Frankincense or Immortale Blend

Behavioral Issues – Balance, Elevation, Vetiver, Serenity, Lavender (diffuse, rub on feet, make a blend and carry in backpack in a rollerball)  recipes

If Your Tooth Hurts – Clove  recipes

To Aid in Weight Loss – Grapefruit or Slim & Sassy (put 1-2 drops in ice water and drink throughout the day)  recipes

For relief of childhood growing discomfort – Aromatouch and Deep Blue

For Happy Feelings – Diffuse Wild Orange, Serenity, Balance, and Peppermint

Achy Joints – Frankincense, Rosemary, Marjoram, Deep Blue Rub  recipes

To Neutralize Bad Odors in Your Home – Purify and Lemon in the diffuser  recipes

To Support an Under-Active Thyroid – Peppermint, Clove, Lemongrass (Combine 1 drop of each and rub topically on thyroid and on feet)

To Support an Over-Active Thyroid – Myrrh, Lemongrass (Combine 1 drop of each and rub topically on thyroid and on feet)

Thyroid Support Blend – Frankincense, Myrrh, Basil and Lemongrass (put 30 drops of each on a roller ball vial and top with fractionated coconut oil)