Each essential oil company has it's own standards in regards to the way them make their oils. We use a brand called, Young Living , and we love their Seed-to-Seal standards! Essential oils are simply the oils from botanicals. They can be use in so many ways, to promote healthier living in all aspects of life!
Oils I love!
Lavender: I love this one, and it's probably the oil I use the most! Here are a few ways you can use lavender to promote healthier living!
Burns: Appling a few drops to a burned area of skin can help relieve some of the discomfort.
Bug Bites and Stings: A few drops on a bug bite or sting can help to relieve some of the pain or itching.
Sleep: Smelling the oil or applying some to your sheets and/or pillows can help to calm you and help you sleep!
Thieves: This one is probably my Mom's favorite oil, for good reason too! Here are a few ways we love to use this oil!
Disinfectant: Thieves can be used to clean anything from the countertop to you hands, and it can help to disinfect the area.
Bug Repellant: Applying a few drops, or spraying it on your skin and clothing can help repel the bugs!
Cold/Canker Sores: My sister has used a few drops of this oil on her canker sores to help relieve the discomfort.
Purification: This is another one of my favorite oils to use, and I use it quite a bit too!
Acne: This is how I use this oil the most- Applying a drop of oil to a skin blemish or acne spot can help to relieve discomfort and some redness.
Insect Bites: Much like lavender, purification may used to soothe bug bites.
Stinking Shoes: A few drops into your shoes can help to, well, purify them and make them smell nice!
Lemon: This one smells so nice, I love to use it whenever I can!
Energize: A few sniffs of this oil can help to energize you and can be uplifting!
Cleaning: Adding a few drops to your cloth to clean, or diluting it in a spray bottle can be a wonderful way to get your house clean, without using harsh ingredients.
Essence Water: Add a few drops to your water for a nice, refreshing drink!
Please Note!
I am not making any health claims, but I am sharing with you the ways some essential oils can be used. They don't work the same for everyone, so some things might work for a certain thing for me, but not for you!
Obviously there are a ton more essential oils out there, so I encourage you to try a few out and learn as much as you can about them and the way you can use them! Going to a website like, Young Living, can give you some more info!
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Keep Healthy and Safe!
H.Banana
I finally started buying essential oils this year and I love them! Most of your favorites are my favorites as well. :-) xoxo Andrea
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