When I first learned about essential oils I was blown away when I learned how many different ways they can be used – aromatically, topically, for cleaning or internally (yes! they can be ingested!). I have talked about it before, the brand of essential oils that I use are doTERRA – I love the fact that they are certified pure therapeutic grade oils – the integrity, sourcing and testing of doTERRA alone makes them a stand out company and I know that the oils I am using are safe for my family. Here are just a few of the ways that I use my oils:
Aromatically
- I have 3 diffusers in my home that I use doTERRA essential oils in to diffuse throughout my house. My family just got over a stomach bug, so I recently have been diffusing the On Guard blend to help rid my house of the germs. I also tend to diffuse Lavender at nighttime to help with sleeping, as well as different citrus blends (drops of grapefruit, citrus bliss, lemon and wild orange) during the day to make the house smell summery and it also promotes focus (which I like for when my daughter is doing her school work).
Topically
- As I said before, my family is getting over a stomach bug so I have been using the DigestZen blend on their bellies to help with tummy issues. I used this on myself as well as I was not feeling the best either.
- My husband loves the Deep Blue blend for when his back or arms are hurting from a long day at work. I apply it to his lower back, shoulders and upper back as well as his wrists to help with some of the muscle aches.
- I have used peppermint oil on my girls when they are running a fever. I dab a drop or two on their neck and forehead to aid with bringing down their temperature.
- My daughter had a rash on her arm and I used a little lavender oil and melaleuca oil to help clear up the rash.
- I have suffered from headaches almost all of my life – and over the past year developed severe migraines. I have used peppermint oil on my temples and on the back of my neck to aid with headache pain.
- I have used On Guard blend and lavender at bath time to help with illnesses and promote sleep and relaxation.
Internal
- I have placed about 2-3 drops of lemon essential oil in my tea in lieu of an actual lemon when I was sick.
- I have ingested On Guard (1 drop of oil in 4 oz of liquid) when I have felt like I am getting sick.
Cleaning
- I have made a natural all-purpose cleaner using a dollar tree spray bottle, equal parts vinegar and water, and about 20-30 drops of lemon essential oil. It works great as an all-purpose cleaner around the house and smells fantastic!
- I also like to use lemon oil on a soft cloth and wipe my wood furniture down with it. It nourishes the wood and makes the house smell fantastic.
Those are just a few of the ways I use my oils in my daily life. There are so many more ways that they can be used – I’ve barely scratched the surface. Have you tried essential oils? What are some ways that you enjoy using them? Leave it in the comments!
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