These ten oils are our foundational or core oils. Nine of the ten are gentle, safe and appropriate for daily use. Oregano is the one exception -- it's kinda The Big Gun. These are oils that every household should have on hand to address -- quickly, easily and effectively -- a myriad of issues and support our bodies in many healthy ways.
One of the great things about essential oils is that not everyone likes the same oil and your body may not respond the same as others do. With essential oils, you have a choice. Below you will see, for example, several oils that address the airway -- try each and see how your body responds. Try them alone and then, if you wish, experiment with your oils and try combinations. I've read about crazy combos that work for some that I would have never thought of!
Even though essential oils are natural, ours are very pure and potent! Treated with respect (not doing anything nutty like putting oregano on your skin undiluted!) and following the guidelines below, oils are very safe.
Wise advice: Work within the limits of your own knowledge. That means do some research (reading this info is a great start!), learn from others (reach out to me or to our Facebook support groups) and learn from your own experience. Sometimes this means reconnecting with your body -- paying attention and being really intentional about how you approach your own health -- in a way that you may have never done before. It's an adventure!
And by the way, if you missed it, go back and read Essential Oils 101: The Basics. Includes a nice dilution chart and other handy "getting started" info.
Each oil listed below has these letters as a code for how to use:
A = Aromatic -- Ways to use:
T = Topical -- Ways to use:
I - Internal -- Ways to use
Daily Use: This means these oils are very gentle and mild; tips for safe, daily use are listed.
Wellness Support: Sometimes you will need oils for specific, targeted support. This lists common ways the oils are used for targeted applications.
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One of the great things about essential oils is that not everyone likes the same oil and your body may not respond the same as others do. With essential oils, you have a choice. Below you will see, for example, several oils that address the airway -- try each and see how your body responds. Try them alone and then, if you wish, experiment with your oils and try combinations. I've read about crazy combos that work for some that I would have never thought of!
Even though essential oils are natural, ours are very pure and potent! Treated with respect (not doing anything nutty like putting oregano on your skin undiluted!) and following the guidelines below, oils are very safe.
Wise advice: Work within the limits of your own knowledge. That means do some research (reading this info is a great start!), learn from others (reach out to me or to our Facebook support groups) and learn from your own experience. Sometimes this means reconnecting with your body -- paying attention and being really intentional about how you approach your own health -- in a way that you may have never done before. It's an adventure!
And by the way, if you missed it, go back and read Essential Oils 101: The Basics. Includes a nice dilution chart and other handy "getting started" info.
Each oil listed below has these letters as a code for how to use:
A = Aromatic -- Ways to use:
- Sniff bottle
- Place 1 - 3 drops in palm of hand and cup hands over nose and inhale deeply
- Dilute and dab under and around nose
- Place 4 - 8 drops in ultrasonic diffuser with water
T = Topical -- Ways to use:
- I recommend diluting ALL oils, even the mild oils. Diluting 1:3 (one drop essential oil to three drops Fractionated Coconut Oil) for healthy adults is fine. That is a good starting point for ALL oils. You can make up rollerballs and dilute to whatever strength you want - based on your own experience. Or you can simply add oils to the palm of your hand, mix with FCO and apply.
- Soles of the feet are very safe places to apply -- the pores are large, skin is less reactive and the oils are quickly absorbed. Also if you don't enjoy the scent of a particular oil -- apply to feet!
- The back of neck, behind ears and wrists are good places too, especially if you also want to enjoy the aroma of your oil
- Targeted application may be needed: places that are tense or sore; or where skin is irritated -- temples, forehead, shoulders, knees, blemishes, etc.
- N = Neat -- can be used "neat" -- dilution is not required, but I usually dilute even these (personal choice) at 1:1 or more
- S = Sensitive (some people with sensitive skin - including elderly and infants/children) - dilution is recommended at 1:2 to 1:10
- D = Dilute -- always dilute oils marked with a "D" as they are "hot" oils -- at least 1:3 (children -- dilute at 1:10 to 1:20)
I - Internal -- Ways to use
- Check the bottle -- first -- to make sure there is a "Supplement Facts" label on the bottle. If there is, that oil has been deemed safe to consume internally.
- Many oils, especially the citrus oils, are very pleasant-tasting and are very beneficial to add to water. For each 8 ounces of water, add 1 - 3 drops of essential oil. Always use glass or metal containers with essential oils, never plastic.
- Many oils also taste great added to other beverages, such as hot or iced tea.
- Of course you can cook with many essential oils! Recipes can be found on Pinterest, etc. I share recipes on my Facebook page and have a few in my blog.
- For targeted applications -- immune support, for example -- 2 - 4 drops of essential oil can be added to an empty Veggie Cap. I usually add some DigestZen (2 - 4 drops) and fill the rest of the way up with Olive Oil. Take with plenty of water and if you're taking a "hot" oil, I recommend eating something to make sure it goes all the way down.
Daily Use: This means these oils are very gentle and mild; tips for safe, daily use are listed.
Wellness Support: Sometimes you will need oils for specific, targeted support. This lists common ways the oils are used for targeted applications.
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LAVENDER -- All Things Calming
Lavender has been cherished for its unmistakable aroma and therapeutic properties for thousands of years.
Lavender has been cherished for its unmistakable aroma and therapeutic properties for thousands of years.
- Widely used for its calming and relaxing qualities
- Mild, safe for the entire family, even infants
- Helps skin recover quickly
DAILY USE:
WELLNESS SUPPORT:
LAVENDER: I really can't think of anything that Lavender can't address. And our pure and potent Lavender is night-and-day different from ANY other brand. Seriously love this stuff.
- Soothing, calming bath-time -- add 4 - 8 drops to Epsom salts and then add salts to warm bath water
- Diffuse 4 - 6 drops in an ultrasonic diffuser or apply topically to calm and soothe emotions and to encourage sleep
- Make a pillow spray or apply a drop to your pillow for improved sleep
- Apply 1 - 2 drops topically to back of neck, spine or temples when tense
- Carry with you on-the-go since it can be used for almost any reason
- Improve skin appearance -- add Lavender and Frankincense to face cream for high-end luxurious treatment
WELLNESS SUPPORT:
- Soothe occasional skin irritation -- apply directly to spot
- Ease muscle tension by targeted topical application
- Take internally (2-3 drops in a capsule) to ease feelings of anxiety and for peaceful sleep -- LOVE this one!!
LAVENDER: I really can't think of anything that Lavender can't address. And our pure and potent Lavender is night-and-day different from ANY other brand. Seriously love this stuff.
LEMON -- Clean and Fresh
This top-selling oil has multiple uses and benefits and is cold pressed from lemon rinds to preserve its delicate nature and potent properties.
DAILY USE:
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT:
This top-selling oil has multiple uses and benefits and is cold pressed from lemon rinds to preserve its delicate nature and potent properties.
- Known as a powerful aromatic and internal cleanser
- Elevating and yet calming to mood.
- Citrus oils are a favorite -- good idea to diffuse daily for cleansing environment and up-lifting mood -- and great aroma!
DAILY USE:
- Cleanses and purifies the air and surfaces -- diffuse or clean with Lemon oil; Lemon + Peppermint is a favorite cleaner combo
- Diffuse to promote a positive mood
- Can be used throughout the home as a non-toxic cleaner
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT:
- Supports healthy respiratory function -- dilute and rub on chest or around nose; diffuse. Blend Lemon with Respiratory Blend for extra effectiveness
- Take internally -- 2 - 3 drops -- to assist with discomfort from seasonal respiratory discomfort (2 - 3 drops each of Lemon, Peppermint and Lavender is widely used and very effective)
- Naturally cleanses the body and aids in digestion -- add 1 - 4 drops to 8 - 16 oz water in a glass or metal container (never plastic)
- Add a drop to honey to soothe a dry throat
PEPPERMINT -- Cool and Invigorate
A top-selling favorite, Peppermint provides a myriad of health benefits.
- Respiratory system -- very clarifying and opens up the airway
- Invigorating and energizing -- a great pick-me-up if fatigued
- Supports better digestion
DAILY USE
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
Beadlets are great for on-the-go. Pop one in your mouth for freshening and energy or pop one in your hand and then apply topically for cooling. Soothing and cooling if you've been working or playing outside. Great for pre-and post-exercise -- apply to back of neck, temples or breathe in.
- Promotes digestive health -- dilute and rub on tummy; inhale aroma; take 2 - 3 drops internally
- Promotes respiratory function and clear breathing -- dilute and rub on chest or under/around nose; apply to palms & cup hands & inhale aroma; diffuse
- Adding to just about any diffuser blend makes a happy, fresh aroma
- Rub on temples after you wake up for a morning energy boost
- Use with Lemon and water for a refreshing mouth rinse
- Inhale deeply to invigorate lungs and increase alertness (adding Wild Orange is great too)
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Diffuse when feeling fatigued
- Helps reduce bloating gas and occasional indigestion -- take 2 - 3 drops internally or apply topically
- Add to cold water compress, spray bottle (4 - 6 drops) with water or foot bath when overheated
- Apply topically to relieve feelings of tension (with or without Lavender)
Beadlets are great for on-the-go. Pop one in your mouth for freshening and energy or pop one in your hand and then apply topically for cooling. Soothing and cooling if you've been working or playing outside. Great for pre-and post-exercise -- apply to back of neck, temples or breathe in.
MELALEUCA - First Aid for Skin
More commonly called “tea tree,” Melaleuca has 90 different compounds and limitless applications.
- Renowned for its cleansing and rejuvenating effect on the skin
- Promotes healthy immune function
- Protects against environmental and seasonal threats
DAILY USE:
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Diffuse, apply topically or take internally (1 - 3 drops) for improved immune function
- Use on skin for improved appearance, especially for blemish-prone skin
- Use with shampoo or conditioner for healthy scalp and hair
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Diffuse, apply topically or take internally (1 - 3 drops) for improved immune function when environmental threats are high
- Apply to skin irritations (of any kind!) and blemishes
- Apply to feet and toenails after showering, swimming or working out
OREGANO -- Natural Immune Support
Used by Hippocrates, the father of medicine, Oregano has many traditional and modern uses.
Used by Hippocrates, the father of medicine, Oregano has many traditional and modern uses.
- Used as a cleansing agent
- Supports healthy digestion and respiratory function
- Excellent source of phenolic acids and flavonoids—powerful antioxidants
- A lot of oils are great for immune support, but think of Oregano as SUPERCHARGED support for your immune system.
- Note: it's the only oil out of these ten that doesn't have a daily use. It's really used on an "as needed" basis.
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
TIP : When I take Oregano in a capsule, I add 2 drops of Digestive Blend to the capsule and fill the rest of the way up with Olive oil. Take with PLENTY of water ... AND always eat something after to make sure it goes all the way down. Even a dollop of peanut butter works for this purpose. You'll thank me later!!
- For healthy digestion, for healthy respiratory function or for immune system support, especially when those areas are threatened by seasonal or environmental problems. Dilute and apply to bottoms of feet ... or add one drop to diffuser blend of your choice ... or take 2 - 3 drops in a capsule
- Apply topically to feet at 1:3 ratio (one drop EO to three drops carrier oil).
- Use internally as part of a monthly cleansing regimen for GI health
TIP : When I take Oregano in a capsule, I add 2 drops of Digestive Blend to the capsule and fill the rest of the way up with Olive oil. Take with PLENTY of water ... AND always eat something after to make sure it goes all the way down. Even a dollop of peanut butter works for this purpose. You'll thank me later!!
FRANKINCENSE -- Most Versatile
Perhaps the most precious of the ancient oils, Frankincense is highly versatile in uses and benefits.
Perhaps the most precious of the ancient oils, Frankincense is highly versatile in uses and benefits.
- Helps build and maintain a healthy immune system
- Promotes cellular health
- Mild oil and safe for children
DAILY USE
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Take 2 drops daily under your tongue or in a capsule to support healthy cellular function (this is waaaay more important than it sounds!)
- Dilute and apply to bottoms of feet to promote feelings of relaxation and to balance mood (with or without Lavender and Peppermint)
- Add to face cream for beautiful, radiant skin. Good for blemishes and rejuvenating.
- Supports immune function -- apply to bottom of feet or take internally
- WHEN IN DOUBT -- USE FRANKINCENSE!
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- After a day of gardening or outdoor activity, dilute and apply to hands and feet for warming and soothing effect
- Soothing and supportive to irritated skin
- Soothing Blend (tingling, cooling) + Frankincense (warming) has a wonderful aroma and is a favorite for massage.
wintergreen
DEEP BLUE SOOTHING BLEND -- Muscle and Joint Support
Provides soothing relief for sore muscles and joints that can be felt almost immediately.
Provides soothing relief for sore muscles and joints that can be felt almost immediately.
- Features Wintergreen, Camphor, Peppermint, Blue Tansy, German Chamomile, Helichrysum, and Osmanthus essential oils
- Supports healthy circulation
- Available in an oil blend, Touch roll-on, Cream Rub and Polyphenol Capsules
DAILY USE
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Apply to feet, knees and any other joints that need it before and/or after exercise
- Perfect for a soothing massage
- The oils in this blend are invigorating but are also soothing and calming-- great as a "targeted" or whole body massage. Has a cooling but tingling sensation -- most people find it comforting and supporting to joints.
- Best use is topical (not for internal use!).
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Rub on targeted areas as needed (lower back, elbows, shoulders, knees, etc.) for soothing and comfort -- muscles and joints
- Personally, I really like the "Rub" formula best, and like to apply the oil first with the Rub on top. This is called "layering" and is a very effective way to use your oils. Using a warm compress also help "drive" the oils in to targeted areas.
laurel leaves
BREATHE RESPIRATORY BLEND -- Better Breathing
This remarkable blend of essential oils promotes clear breathing and healthy respiratory function.
This remarkable blend of essential oils promotes clear breathing and healthy respiratory function.
- Proprietary blend includes Laurel Leaf, Cardamom, Peppermint, Eucalyptus, Melaleuca, Lemon, and Ravensara
- Supports overall respiratory health
- Available in an oil blend, Respiratory Drops, Vapor Stick and Touch roll-on
DAILY USE
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Diffuse or dilute and apply under and around nose to maintain clear airways and easy breathing
- Diffuse at night time to encourage restful sleep. A great support for sleep, especially if you wake up due to occasional restlessness
- A favorite diffuser combo is Respiratory Blend + Lemon
- This blend is fresh, clean, invigorating. Put a drop or two in your palm and then breathe in to get a clearing and openness to your airway so that you can breathe much easier.
- Applying it to the chest (diluted) is appropriate too.
- Very appropriate for supporting airway through times of seasonal threats or seasonal change.
- If you want a "spa-like" experience in the shower, put a couple of drops of this blend on your chest!
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Helps minimize the effects of seasonal or environmental threats -- dilute and apply to chest or bottom of feet
ginger
DIGESTZEN DIGESTIVE BLEND -- Tummy Tamer
The well-recognized essential oils are known for providing soothing digestive relief.
The well-recognized essential oils are known for providing soothing digestive relief.
- Features a proprietary blend of Ginger, Peppermint, Tarragon, Fennel, Caraway, Coriander, and Anise essential oils -- in an oil blend, Chewable Tabs and SoftGels
- Aids in the digestion of foods
- Maintains a healthy gastrointestinal tract
DAILY USE:
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Use consistently and daily (even with each meal, especially if you have digestive issues of any kind) to support the GI tract as a whole. Take internally (1 - 2 drops in capsule, under tongue or in water). Has a licorice taste which some like, but if you don't use a Veggie Cap or the SoftGel formulation.
- Dilute and apply over tummy to support digestive system and for soothing any upset -- occasional nausea, motion sickness, discomfort
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Eases feelings of queasiness
- Helps reduce bloating, gas and occasional indigestion
- Soothes occasional stomach discomfort
- Soothing to lower abdominal if applied topically.
- Safe for children - for very small children diffuse or apply topically on tummy (dilute first) or soles of feet.
- Unexpected use: use over sinuses (cheek and forehead areas) to support open and clear sinuses
orange grove
ONGUARD PROTECTIVE BLEND -- Protect & Defend
With its unique aroma, Protective Blend offers a fragrant, natural, and effective alternative to synthetic options for immune support.
With its unique aroma, Protective Blend offers a fragrant, natural, and effective alternative to synthetic options for immune support.
- Features a combination of Wild Orange, Clove Bud, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, and Rosemary essential oils
- Formulated to support healthy immune function
- Protects against environmental threats
- Safe for use on countertops, as a non-toxic cleaner, or to purify the air though diffusion
- Available as an oil blend, in SoftGels, Beadlets, Throat Drops, Toothpaste and "Touch" (convenient roll-on application). Also available in an array of cleaning and household products. Learn more here.
DAILY USE:
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- Supports body's natural defenses (immune system) with nature's most powerful anti-oxidants. Diffuse daily to cleanse the air
- Diffuse, dilute and apply to bottoms of feet or take 2 - 4 drops in a capsule to support the body's natural antioxidant defenses, respiratory function and healthy immune response
- Should be diluted, as some of the oils in this blend are strong.
- Diffuse once or twice daily for 10 - 15 minutes for boosting and protecting immunity and cleansing the air of threats. Especially for back-to-school -- Diffuse!
- Apply to bottom of kids' feet during back-to-school season.
- By itself it is supportive of the respiratory system. This effect can be boosted by adding any Citrus or Respiratory Blend to it while diffusing.
- Many ways to get the benefits of this blend -- Softgels, Beadlets, Throat drops (these are one of my favorites!), cleaners, toothpaste and hand soap.
- Great oil for cleaning with - make your own cleaners!
- Dilute in a spray bottle to clean doorknobs, phones and other community surfaces
- Dilute and gargle morning and night as a protective mouth rinse
TARGETED WELLNESS SUPPORT
- When environmental threats are high, provides needed support to immunity and immune response -- take 2 - 4 drops internally in a Veggie Cap. Boost effect with 1 drop each of Oregano, Lemon and Melaleuca.
- Powerful addition to oil pulling -- add 1 - 2 drops to 1 T coconut oil and swish in mouth for 5 - 20 minutes and spit in trash can first thing in the morning. Rinse well and brush teeth after. For overall mouth, teeth and gum health.
- Rub on bottom of kids' feet during school season
BONUS!!
Maybe it’s just me … but I think everybody needs a little mood support every now and then. We offer TEN fabulous Mood Blends that are specifically blended to help manage Mood Zones in a healthy way. I have the all and love using them and even blending them.
Maybe it’s just me … but I think everybody needs a little mood support every now and then. We offer TEN fabulous Mood Blends that are specifically blended to help manage Mood Zones in a healthy way. I have the all and love using them and even blending them.
- I -- Serenity Calming Blend -- when stressed and need to rest
- II -- Citrus Bliss Invigorating Blend -- when "blah" and energy is needed
- III -- Elevation Joyful Blend -- when mood needs up-lifting
- IV -- Balance Grounding Blend -- when agitated and need calming and centering
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