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Essential Oils 101


What are Essential Oils?

"Essential oils are compounds extracted from plants. The oils capture the plant's scent and flavor, or “essence.” Unique aromatic compounds give each essential oil its characteristic essence. Essential oils are obtained through distillation (via steam and/or water) or mechanical methods, such as cold pressing." Description from Google


What are the uses for Essential Oils?
  • Stress reliever 
  • Boost/enhance mood
  • Relieve pain from headaches and migraines
  • Get a better night's sleep
  • Relieve nausea
  • Repel insects
  • Antiseptic properties
  • Pain reliever from injuries and achy muscles

How to use essential oils
  • Topically (please use a carrier oil if you have sensitive skin) The best way to see if it is safe for your skin is to go by the recommendation on the label and/or do a patch test.
  • In a diffuser for aromatherapy 
  • Mixed in your food (again please read the label to see if you are safe to ingest it)
  • Add a few drops to your bath or body wash (best to mix with a complimenting scent)
  • Add a few drops to your lotion or moisturizer *I mix tea tree oil in my face lotion (tea tree is also known as melaleuca oil and is an antibacterial, great for the skin) 
  • Make a bedroom or body spray by mixing: witch hazel, water and a few drops of your favorite essential oil

Best oils for...













Anddd my personal favorite...


I love how clean, uplifting and invigorating it is! I love to use it when I'm straightening up the house for a fresh, clean aroma, as well as when I'm tired in the morning and need an instant pick me up! 


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