I've been using the same essential oils for about 5-6 years now (clove, myrrh, peppermint, tea tree, lavender & lemon) and up until a couple of years ago, I started expanding my collection.
*research different brands.
*consume only food grade.
*make sure it's 100% pure essential oil if your not looking for a blend.
***consult with your doctor(s)***
****listed below are just a few ways I/you can use these essential oils****
***I have a wish list of essential oil blends & (new and repeat) singles (to consume)***
-----------in no order
Tea Tree - I will apply a cotton ball infused with witch hazel and a drop of tea tree to my breakout area. Relieves itchy scalp—do add to your shampoo and conditioner...
Lemon - I give my liver a kickstart by adding lemon juice or essential oil (add 1-2 drops) to my water. Brightens the skin—add to cleanser/create a toner, Spring/Summer home aroma, kitchen countertops...
Clove - toothache/sore gums apply this to source—instant gratification! Fall/Winter home aroma...
Peppermint - I apply this neat to the back of our neck and ears if we're suffering from a headache. Also, great for a quick pick-me-up—take a wift—and digestion and respiratory system...
Lemongrass - after a workout I add this w/ a carrier oil to the area I was working out to prevent achiness. Insect repellent, add it my diy "respiratory" chest balm, Spring/Summer home aroma...
Lime - stress, fear, fever, use as a toner (same thing with lemon). Apply to broken capillary twice a day, Spring/Summer home aroma...
Orange - After my morning shower, I add this to my body oil for a quick vitamin C boost. Fall/winter home aroma...
Grapefruit - when I need a boost, I love diffusing grapefruit with peppermint essential oil (our morning shower gel contains both—energized for hours!), reduce/prevent celluite (add a few drops grapefruit + cypress oil to your body oil after a bath/shower), Spring/Summer home aroma...
Tangerine - just like orange/grapefruit, this essential oil helps with energy, creativity, celluite, mood, anxiety. Spring/Summer home aroma...
Citronella - When I'm done cleaning the kitchen/bathroom or doing the laundry, I apply a few drops to the drain—so freshing and keeps insects away during the summer!
Cypress - headache, stress, fall/winter home aroma...
Wintergreen - joint pain (think icy-hot)
Clary Sage - I rub a few drops on my lower stomach area to help with menstrual cramps (before and during) every other day.
Cedarwood - calming and purifying.
Myrrh - helps with skin aging, wounds, oral care....
Frankincense- helps with skin aging and stress. Fall/Winter home aroma...
Vetiver - nervousness, insomnia—3 drops, clary-sage, 2 drops vetiver & 2 drops lavender in bath water...
Oregano - respiratory system...
Marjorma- relax sore muscles...
Cinnamon - The quickest and affordable way to plump your lips! Fall/Winter home aroma....
Eucalyptcus - I love making diy chest rubs with this (think vapor rub)...
Patchouli - do you believe in "law of attraction"? Welp! Think big and apply this neat on your wrist. #abundance, help with eczema, dandruff, skin problems..
Rosemary - I apply this to our conditioner/shampoo for thicker hair....
Geranium - If I'm feeling unbalanced and hormonal, I will apply this neat to my wrist.Helps with the circulatory system—add to your massage oils, great Spring/Summer home aroma...
Bergamot - A great "uplifter" if your feeling not like yourself. Diffuse, wift, or apply neat. Help relaxes the mind, body and soul....
Blends:
- On Guard (helps the immune system)
- Energy (perk up the environment)
- Breathe Easy (for respiratory system and sore muscles)
- Study Budy (alertness)