4 Ultimate Essential Oils and Their Uses

You might wonder if something is just a new trend or is it something you just didn’t know about and now that you are searching for it, it just seems so obvious. Essential oils have been used for thousands of years, they are not new in any way, but I am seeing an increase in their use and benefits online. The reduction of toxins in our lives is becoming more prominent, if you could use something natural to do the same action, would you still use something made in a lab? In this article, you can find the most common essential oils and their uses.

Why only these 4 essential oils?

I am a believer that you should go easy when starting something new. There are over 90 plus types of essential oils, all can be mixed to create something you need. By starting simple with only these 4 essential oils, you can ensure that you will use them to the best of your ability and not feel overwhelmed.

Over time, as you learn more and more and become accustom to each benefit, you will add more to your list. With these 4 simple oils, you can create almost anything you need to start a toxin-free life. All of them can be used in diffusers, cleaning products, body creams, etc.

Tips to know if your essential oil is pure

Like anything else, there is quality in the oil you will purchase, not to mention some companies are better than others. There are multiple ways to extract the oil and the quality of the plant it came from, just like if you eat fruits and vegetables. Before going on a search on Google, do some research about the company you will buy the oil from.

By simply dropping a few drops of oil on a piece of paper, you can determine if the quality of the oil is pure. If it is, the oil will evaporate quickly and will not leave any stain on your white piece of paper. This tip will not work for every oil, since some do have colours to them, but it’s a start.

What are Carrier oils

When using essential oils, due to the potency it is best to avoid using directly on the skin. Most skincare products will be mix with oil.

For example, you can mix some of your oil with:

• coconut oil
• jojoba oil
• apricot kernel oil
• sweet almond oil
• olive oil
• argan oil
• rosehip oil
• black seed oil
• grape seed oil
• avocado oil
• sunflower oil

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How to use carrier oil

For adults:

• 2.5 percent dilution: 15 drops essential oil per 6 teaspoons carrier oil
• 3 percent dilution: 20 drops essential oil per 6 teaspoons carrier oil
• 5 percent dilution: 30 drops essential oil per 6 teaspoons carrier oil
• 10 percent dilution: 60 drops essential oil per 6 teaspoons carrier oil

For children:

• 0.5 to 1 percent dilution: 3 to 6 drops essential oil per 6 teaspoons carrier oil

List of essential oils and their uses

Lavender

Most common benefits when using lavender oil:

• Calming effect
• Reduce stress
• Help balance hormones
• Reduce tension
• Reduce depression and anxiety
• Promote sleep
• Provide relief to minor burns and cuts
• Reduce bacteria
• Reduce symptoms of aging skin and acne

Lemon

Most common benefits when using lemon oil:

• Promotes cleansing air
• Boost enegergy
• Improve metabolism
• Enhance mood
• Powerful disenfinctant
• Restore aging skin
• Reduce symptoms of fever and flu
• Clear nasal passage
• Eliminate toxins in the air
• Reduce anxiety and stress

Tea Tree

Most common benefits when using tea tree oil :

• Powerful antiseptic
• Stimulate immune system
• Eliminate bacteria and viruses
• Reduce fungi
• Use to treat wounds
• Relief acne-prone skin
• Reduces aches and pains
• Promote calm and reduce stress
• Reduce skin issues, minor burns, cuts, sores and bites

Orange

Most common benefits when using orange oil :

• Enhance immune system
• Help reduce acne
• Reduce chronic stress
• Promote cheerful and uplifting brain chemistry
• Reduce heart rate
• Promote skin clarity, for example reduce eczema
• Increase blood flow
• Reduce abdominal pain
• Reduce symptoms of low libido

Easy Recipe for your home

Imagine if you could make all your household products with these 4 essential oils above. The crazy thing is that you can, you don’t need fancy equipment and products to ensure your home remains clean. The purpose cleaner below can be used for everything, from kitchen to bathroom. The limit is your imagination.

All Purpose Cleaner

• 15 drops of lemon
• 15 drops of tea tree
• 1/2 cup of vinegar
• 1 1/2 warm water

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In conclusion

Aromatherapy has been used for thousands of year, a toxin-free life has been on the rise. You might believe or not that essential oils can reduce stress and promote a healthier lifestyle, but why not giving it a try.

By starting simple, you can see if this practice is even for you, it’s best to learn with these easy essential oils and their uses.

If you are ready to live a stress free life and become the person you want to be, book a free consultation with me.