Essential oils have been used for food preparation, beauty treatments and health-care practices. There are countless concoctions to create. Mix and match! Make a blend! Below are four of my favorite essential oils and how I enjoy using them.
Bergamot essential oil
An essential oil we all need a little drop of right now: Bergamot, know to help reduce stress and alleviate pain and inflammation. This essential oil comes from the rinds of Citrus bergamia fruits, a hybrid combination of oranges and lemons. It’s alluring, unique scent is added to body lotions, massage oils, and colognes.
Chamomile essential oil
An evening cup of tea for me = Chamomile. The comforting aroma of chamomile has soothed many to sleep over the ages. This essential oil is known for its multiple health benefits, including anxiety reduction.
Jasmine essential oil
A combination of Jasmine and Lavender is my go-to essential oil combination. It’s more expensive than most essential oils, which is why you most often find a blend. Jasmine is thought to be an aphrodisiac, it’s deliciously sweet scent is used to lace popular desserts and fragrances.
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Peppermint
Can’t stay focused? Try my favorite uplifting oil, peppermint! Peppermint is strong and has a concentrated aroma. A single drop will awaken your senses and activate your mind. Massage a few drops onto your pressure points, help ease your tension headaches as well as soothe muscles aches and pains. If the strong, minty, refreshing aroma of peppermint is too intense for you, try Spearmint oil. Peppermint may also be used for an upset stomach, cramps, sore or dry throat, etc. Massage a few droplets to the affected area and breath deeply.
Eucalyptus
Every morning I place a few droplets of eucalyptus on my wrists, rub them together and breath deeply. This practice helps unblock my morning sinus congestion. And it’s the only method that works! From time to time, I’ll add a few drops into my diffuser and the soothing effects fill my room. Eucalyptus’ disinfectant properties make it ideal to use in a spray for your kitchen and bathroom, or diffuse the oil in your bathroom to eliminate germs and odors.
Lavender
My go-to sleepy time essential oil. For this essential oil, I take a small glass spray bottle, ¼ cup of distilled water and 3 drops of lavender. Shake well and spray! I love to douse my pillow in lavender before climbing into bed. Lavender works wonders to soothe nerves. Add a drop or two to a warm bath and melt into it. Lavender has endless therapeutic uses; try it for skin rashes, disinfecting cuts, acne, insect bites and minor burns.
Tea Tree
What’s tea tree useful for? All of the above. It’s my go-to for any- and every- thing essential oil. For use around your home, you may add a few drops and mix with water for a disinfectant spray around your home.
