The Benefits of Essential Oils
I told you there was so much new this month! I’m dropping my first ever essential oil pack and I can’t wait for you to get your hands on one because they’re so good! Below, I outline the benefits of essential oils and all of the scents I am releasing in this pack.
Peppermint Essential Oil
A top note with a strong aroma, Peppermint has a sharp, penetrating scent based on its high menthol content. The minty sweetness of the vapor makes it one of the most popular essential oils.
Benefits
Reduces snoring and sleep apnea symptoms
Natural antiseptic & antibacterial
Soothes sore muscles
How to Use
Combine in a carrier oil to soothe sore muscles
Apply to temples for headache relief
Mix with oil and massage belly for stomach relief
Blends Well With
Basil essential oil: Basil has a sweet, spicy, fresh scent with a faint balsamic woody back note and a lasting sweetness that makes for a strong top note
Bergamont essential oil: The aroma is like citrus, yet fruity and sweet with a warm spicy floral quality, and is reminiscent of Neroli, giving a middle note of medium strength
Cajeput essential oil: A fresh, camphorous aroma resembling the combined fragrances of camphor, rosemary, and cardamom, with a slightly fruity note; a middle note with a medium strength aroma
Cedarwood essential oil: A middle note of woody, slightly sweet/smoky aroma
Eucalyptus essential oil: Energizes and creates an uplifting atmosphere
Lemon essential oil: A top note with a strong aroma, it has a strong bright lemony scent
Lime essential oil: A top note with a medium aroma, this particular Lime has a dryer camphoraceous note because of the chemical constituents in younger limes
Mandarin essential oil: A top note with a light aroma, Mandarin has an intense, fresh scent characteristic of sweet oranges
Marjoram essential oil: A middle note with a medium aroma, it has a warm and spicy aroma, with a note like a nutmeg
Niaouli essential oil: A middle note of medium aroma, Niaouli essential oil has a sweet, fresh, camphoraceous smell
Pine essential oil: A top note with a strong aroma, Pine organic essential oil has a fresh forest smell
Rosemary essential oil: A top note with a strong aroma, Rosemary has a fresh, strong, woody, & herbal scent
Spearmint essential oil: A top note with a medium aroma, Spearmint has a fresh minty smell reminiscent of Peppermint that is sweeter, and not so sharp
Thyme essential oil: A top note with a strong aroma, Thyme has a woody, medicinal scent described as spicy and green
Caution
Avoid if you have high blood pressure or epilepsy. For external use only, this is considered toxic if taken internally. Dilute before use; may cause skin irritation in some individuals, so a skin test is recommended prior to use; avoid contact with eyes.
Eucalyptus Essential Oil
Eucalyptus has many applications. When used in a carrier oil, this essential oil can purify skin by removing dirt, warm, tone, refresh skin, and promote a sense of well-being. It can also be diffused to reap its benefits through scent. When diffused, Eucalyptus energizes and creates an uplifting atmosphere. Traditionally, some varieties of Eucalyptus have even been used in mosquito repellent sprays, while others continue to be used to relax with massages and provide a soothing feeling.
Benefits
Improve congestion
Seasonal allergies
Breathe easier
How to Use
Add 2 drops to a bowl of hot water, place towel over your head to hold in moisture, and breathe in the vapors
Blends Well With
Basil essential oil: Basil has a sweet, spicy, fresh scent with a faint balsamic woody back note and a lasting sweetness that makes for a strong top note
Cajeput essential oil: A fresh, camphorous aroma resembling the combined fragrances of camphor, rosemary, and cardamom, with a slightly fruity note; a middle note with a medium strength aroma
Cedarwood essential oil: A middle note of woody, slightly sweet/smoky aroma
Citronella essential oil: A top note of medium aroma, Citronella has a well-founded lemony scent, though it is much softer and has subtle wood tones
Lavender essential oil: A top note of strong aroma, Lavender has a rich floral scent that is somewhat fruitier, mellower and less camphoraceous
Lemon essential oil: A top note with a strong aroma, it has a strong bright lemony scent
Myrtle essential oil: Myrtle has a sweet, fresh, herbaceous, and camphorous scent, middle note, medium aroma
Frankincense essential oil: A base note with a medium aroma, warm and spicy, woody
Spearmint essential oil: A top note with a medium aroma, Spearmint has a fresh minty smell reminiscent of Peppermint that is sweeter, and not so sharp
Tea tree essential oil: Tea Tree has a fresh, slightly medicinal scent with woody characteristics, camphoraceous notes, middle note, medium aroma
Caution
Avoid if you have high blood pressure or epilepsy. For external use only, this is considered toxic if taken internally. Dilute before use; may cause skin irritation in some individuals, so a skin test is recommended prior to use; avoid contact with eyes.
Lavender Essential Oil
Lavender is one of the most popular and versatile essential oils being used in aromatherapy today. Used throughout history, Lavender has made its mark in the cosmetics, medicinal, and perfumery industries.
Benefits
Promotes relaxation
Promotes sleep
Reduces stress and anxiety
Aids in overall well-being
How to Use
Use three to four drops in your body lotion
Add a few drops to your diffuser
Use three or more drops in your bath water for a relaxing & healing experience
Use in your DIY sugar scrubs to add a level of sophistication and scent
Blends Well With
Bay essential oil: Bay has a spicy bay leaf scent with a strong top note
Bergamont essential oil: The aroma is like citrus, yet fruity and sweet with a warm spicy floral quality, and is reminiscent of Neroli, giving a middle note of medium strength
Chamomile essential oil: A strong middle note, Roman Chamomile has a fragrance like apples and sweet straw, and is considered the finest smelling of all chamomiles
Caution
Avoid if you have high blood pressure or epilepsy. For external use only, this is considered toxic if taken internally. Dilute before use; may cause skin irritation in some individuals, so a skin test is recommended prior to use; avoid contact with eyes.
Sweet Orange Essential Oil
Orange is derived from an evergreen tree. It is smaller than the bitter orange tree, and less hardy with fewer or no spines. The fruit itself has a sweet pulp with no bitter membrane. It is believed that sweet orange was brought to Europe by the Arabs in the First century along with the bitter orange.
Benefits
Boosts mood
Room freshener
Promotes well being
How to Use
Add 2 drops to a diffuser to freshen a room and/or boost your mood and well being
Blends Well With
Lavender essential oil: A top note of strong aroma, Lavender has a rich floral scent that is somewhat fruitier, mellower and less camphoraceous
Bergamont essential oil: The aroma is like citrus, yet fruity and sweet with a warm spicy floral quality, and is reminiscent of Neroli, giving a middle note of medium strength
Lemon essential oil: A top note with a strong aroma, it has a strong bright lemony scent
Clary sage essential oil: A middle note of medium aroma, Clary Sage essential oil has a herbaceous with a sweet, floral aroma
Myrrh essential oil: A middle note with a medium aroma, Myrrh essential oil has a warm, rich, spicy balsamic odor
Nutmeg essential oil: A middle note of medium aroma, Nutmeg’s scent is soft, spicy, and woody with a slightly musky note
Cinnamon bark essential oil: A middle note of strong aroma, it has a warm, spicy scent between that of clove and cinnamon, with sharper notes
Clove bud essential oil: A middle note of medium aroma, Clove Bud essential oil smells like the actual spice
Caution
Avoid if you have high blood pressure or epilepsy. For external use only, this is considered toxic if taken internally. Dilute before use; may cause skin irritation in some individuals, so a skin test is recommended prior to use; avoid contact with eyes.
Lemon Essential Oil
Lemon oil has been historically recognized as a cleanser, and Lemons themselves reached the height of fame when the British Navy began using citrus fruits to counteract the effects of scurvy. A top note with a strong aroma, it has a strong, bright lemony scent.
Benefits
Cleans & disinfects
Improves & uplifts mood
Energizing
Improves skin
How to Use
Add a few drops to the laundry for a fresh scent
Mix with lotion for an energizing pick me up
Add a few drops to vinegar & water for a refreshing and effective cleansing solution
Add one drop to a preferred carrier oil for skin benefits
Blends Well With
Bergamont essential oil: The aroma is like citrus, yet fruity and sweet with a warm spicy floral quality, and is reminiscent of Neroli, giving a middle note of medium strength
Lime essential oil: A top note with a medium aroma, this particular Lime has a dryer camphoraceous note because of the chemical constituents in younger limes
Orange essential oil: A middle note with a medium aroma, Orange essential oil has a sweet, citrus smell like the orange peels from which it is derived, but more intense and concentrated
Mandarin essential oil: A top note with a light aroma, Mandarin has an intense, fresh scent characteristic of sweet oranges
Caution
Avoid if you have high blood pressure or epilepsy. For external use only, this is considered toxic if taken internally. Dilute before use; may cause skin irritation in some individuals, so a skin test is recommended prior to use; avoid contact with eyes.
Tea Tree Essential Oil
As Essential Oils have become more accepted by the public, the use of Tea Tree Oil has increased significantly. This is readily seen in the commercial products now using Tea Tree, although this grade is more potent and can be used for various other applications.
Benefits
Soothes itching & healing of insect bites
Can reduce dandruff on the scalp
Can aide in the healing of acne
How to Use
Add 15 drops to a 50/50 mix of witch hazel and water for repellent
Add 3 drops to shampoo to reduce dandruff
Mix 1 part oil to 9 parts water to aide in healing acne
Blends Well With
Cinnamon bark essential oil: A middle note of strong aroma, it has a warm, spicy scent between that of clove and cinnamon, with sharper notes
Clary sage essential oil: A middle note of medium aroma, Clary Sage essential oil has a herbaceous with a sweet, floral aroma
Clove bud essential oil: A middle note of medium aroma, Clove Bud essential oil smells like the actual spice
Geranium essential oil: A middle note with a strong aroma, this Geranium has a scent that is both sweet and herbaceous, carrying some subtle notes similar to Rose
Lavender essential oil: A top note of strong aroma, Lavender has a rich floral scent that is somewhat fruitier, mellower and less camphoraceous
Lemon essential oil: A top note with a strong aroma, it has a strong bright lemony scent
Myrrh essential oil: A middle note with a medium aroma, Myrrh essential oil has a warm, rich, spicy balsamic odor
Nutmeg essential oil: A middle note of medium aroma, Nutmeg’s scent is soft, spicy, and woody with a slightly musky note
Rosemary essential oil: A top note with a strong aroma, Rosemary has a fresh, strong, woody, & herbal scent
Thyme essential oil: A top note with a strong aroma, Thyme has a woody, medicinal scent described as spicy and green
Caution
Avoid if you have high blood pressure or epilepsy. For external use only, this is considered toxic if taken internally. Dilute before use; may cause skin irritation in some individuals, so a skin test is recommended prior to use; avoid contact with eyes.