How Can I Use Essential Oils?

How can you use Essential Oils?

First, let me say that I am only speaking about Young Living Essential Oils.  I do not recommend any other brand.  Young living essential oils are therapeutic grade oils that are safe to take internally.  You cannot do that with the other oils on the market, as they have synthetic additives in them that can make you very sick.  Young living only uses the first distillation of the oils, which are the purest form of the oils.  There are never any additives in them. 

Basically, essential oils are derived from plants, and are excellent for aiding the body heal itself.  They were made at creation.   No chemicals.  They can be diffused/inhaled, applied topically, or taken internally.  (Don't ever take any that you buy off the shelf in a store, as they can make you very sick.)  They are expertly cultivated, harvested, and steam distilled.  Each essential oil has certain properties that help with different parts of the body.  People have been using essential oils since creation throughout the world.  They support the immune syatem as well as promote wellness and can also help with mood, lift spirits, etc. 

How are we using them?

The past several years, Martin and I have really started looking at what goes into our bodies, and we are trying to make a conscious effort to know exactly what we are consuming.  We are moving away from commercially-processed/packaged foods, and buying local.  Since we have started doing that, we are trying to get away from chemical-laden products and are currently looking at alternatives to standard shampoos, body washes, toothpastes, etc.  A friend of mine shared Young Living essential oils with me, and we added them to our daily routine. We have been using the oils for other "problems" that pop up: headache, tummy upset, etc.,  all which have been helped with the essential oils.  Martin and I ready don’t like using medicine if we don’t have to, and are really enjoying using the essential oils instead. 

We have also decided to start using the essential oils to aid with weight loss, Martin's back issues, and mom was having some issues she needed to deal with asap. For weight loss, we take one drop of lemon, grapefruit, and one drop of peppermint in extra virgin olive oil internally 3x a day.  These oils work as healthy appetite suppressant, and Martin lost 5 lbs. the first week he was on them.  For the first time in quite a while, he is no longer hungry between meals and eats less at meal times.  In addition, I put peace and calming or lavender on the soles of the kids feet each night before bedtime, and they are all sleeping much better.  

When I started feeling sick the other week, I took an "oil bomb" which is a capsule of thieves, basil, and frankincense every 2 hours, put thieves on the soles of my feet, and diffused it through out the day and evening.  I was all better when I woke up Sun am. 

Martin has been having back spasms and we have been treating it with basil, rosemary, and peppermint.  Basil is an antispasmodic, rosemary helps relax the muscles, and peppermint drives it deep, and feels like icy hot.  It is amazing to see how fast it works and how he goes from pain to instant relief.
 
What are some common uses for essential oils?

If there is something you want me to look up, I can let you know what oils are recommended. The following are the oils that you get in the wholesale starter kit and what they can help (these are also available to retail customers as well):

 

Purification:

promotes wellness

perfect blend for cleansing the air

encourages insect free environments

great for household cleaning

Frankincense:

great for supporting the immune system

skin health

support of respiratory function

promotes relaxation 

concentration

uplifting

Lemon:

great for supporting the body to detox
throat irritation
stuffy head/chest
cleaning

skin wellness
room freshener

refreshing drink
concentration/focus

 

Peppermint:

great for soothing digestion
may restore digestive efficiency
supports the liver and respiratory systems
supports concentration and mental sharpness

refreshing drink

breath freshener

PanAway:

soothing for muscle and bone pain

comforting for backaches

 

Melaleuca Alternifolia (tea tree oil):

helpful for minor acne
fungus
supports healthy skin
helpful for insect bites
supports the immune system

Thieves®:

great for supporting the body to heal

soothing to a sore throat

highly effective in supporting the immune system

household cleaning

Stress Away:

alleviates stress
helps reduce tension
can induce relaxation

Lavender:

great for sleep

soothes burns

supports a sense of calm

soothes and cleanses common cuts, bruises and skin irritations

add a few drops of lavender essential oil to a cotton ball and place it in closets and drawers to scent linens and repel moths and insects.

deodorize and freshen your laundry

minimize seasonal discomforts.
highly regarded for skin and beauty
 

Joy:
uplifting

perfume

air freshener

bath scent

added to massage oil
can promote romance

Citrus Fresh:

supports healthy sinuses
supports the immune system and overall health
can relieve minor anxiety/stress
relaxing
refreshing in water

Disclaimer:  These statement are for educational purposes only.  They are not intended to prescribe, diagnose, treat, cure  or prevent any diseases.