If you have been reading my blog for a while, you know that I love my essential oils! Prior to having kids, I didn’t pay much attention to the products that I used. However, after having children I started to think more intentionally about the products that I was using in my home. The candles, air fresheners, OTC meds, creams, ointments, detergent etc. I started reading labels and was astonished at the list of unpronounceable chemicals in them. I was breathing in these chemicals and applying them to my skin…and now I had a baby to think about. I felt there HAD to be a better way…but I had no idea what that way was.
It took 3 years and I finally found my answer. doTERRA. I am embarrassed to say that prior to 2017, I’m not even sure that I had ever heard of essential oils. Man, was I missing out!!
I was invited to a class and I went with an open mind to support my friend, but I had no intention of buying anything. At that point, I was under the impression that oils were “scents” and that they were for smelling only. My mother-in-law had given me a diffuser and lavender warming oil and the oil made me gag. Seriously, I wanted to hurl the first time I used it (first and last time…) Little did I know that “warming oils”, “scent oils” and even most “essential oils” are 180 degrees from doTERRA’s CPTG oils. Worlds apart.
What I learned that night changed my life.
doTERRA essential oils are certified pure therapeutic grade. They are completely free of chemicals and fillers. So that peppermint tea you’re drinking, that orange you’re peeling and that lavender you have growing in your garden that you adore the smell of? That’s all that’s in your bottle of doTERRA essential oil. Our oils can be used aromatically, topically and, if the bottle has supplement facts, internally.
We use essential oils as a first line of defense in our home. From fighting off pests and bugs, to purifying and cleansing the air, to supporting our bodies through the changes of season and everything in between. I love cooking with them as well!
While my oil case at home has over 60 oils (I’m still working on my collection), I can’t carry all of those with me every day. So I narrowed it down to a few that fit in the oil bag that I carry in my purse. The following 5 oils are always in my bag. I never ever leave home without them.
On Guard
doTERRA On Guard, a proprietary essential oil blend, provides a natural and effective alternative for immune support when used internally. As one of doTERRA’s best-selling blends, doTERRA On Guard protects against environmental and seasonal threats with essential oils known for their positive effects on the immune system when ingested. doTERRA On Guard can be taken internally on a daily basis to maintain healthy immune function. It can also be used on surfaces throughout the home as a non-toxic cleaner. When diffused, doTERRA On Guard helps purify the air, and can be very energizing and uplifting.
Uses:
- Add two to three drops in a veggie capsule for an immune boost.
- Add to water for an effective all-purpose surface cleaner.
- Soak sliced apples in water and a few drops for a healthy, immune-boosting snack.
- Combine a few drops of doTERRA On Guard with Fractionated Coconut Oil for a natural hand cleanser.
- Diffuse for a delicious scent while receiving immune support.
- Apply to the back of child’s neck and bottom of feet in the morning before school and before bed to support a strong immune system.
Peppermint
The peppermint plant is a hybrid of water mint and spearmint and was first described by Carl Linnaeus in 1753. A high menthol content—like that found in the doTERRA Peppermint essential oil—distinguishes the best quality Peppermint oil from other products. Frequently used in toothpaste and chewing gum for oral hygiene, Peppermint oil also helps alleviate occasional stomach upset and promotes healthy respiratory function when taken internally. Peppermint oil continues to be one of the best-selling favorites among doTERRA essential oils.
Uses:
- Use a drop of Peppermint oil with Lemon oil in water for a healthy, refreshing mouth rinse.
- Take one to two drops of Peppermint essential oil in a Veggie Capsule to alleviate occasional stomach upset.
- Add a drop of peppermint essential oil to your favorite smoothie recipe for a refreshing twist.
- Place one drop of Peppermint essential oil in the palm of hand for a pick-me-up.
- When you are feeling overheated, put a drop of peppermint on the back of your neck to cool down.
- Apply a drop of peppermint and a drop of lavender to bug bites to help offer relief.
- Put 1 drop of peppermint on your thumb and press it to the roof of your mouth for 20 seconds to help relieve hiccups.
- Apply a drop to temples and rub in circular motion to help reduce head tension.
Lavender
Lavender oil has been used and cherished for centuries for its unmistakable aroma and myriad benefits. In ancient times, the Egyptians and Romans used Lavender for bathing, relaxation, cooking, and as a perfume. Its calming and relaxing qualities, when taken internally, continue to be Lavender’s most notable attributes. Applied topically, Lavender oil is frequently used to reduce the appearance of skin imperfections. Add to bath water to soak away stress or apply to the temples and the back of the neck. Add a few drops of Lavender oil to pillows, bedding, or bottoms of feet to relax and prepare for a restful night’s sleep. Due to Lavender’s versatile properties, it is considered the must-have oil to have on hand at all times.
Uses:
- Add a few drops of Lavender oil to pillows, bedding, or bottoms of feet at bedtime.
- Keep a bottle of Lavender oil on hand to soothe occasional skin irritations.
- Freshen your linen closet, mattress, car, or the air by combining Lavender essential oil with water in a spray bottle.
- Take internally to reduce anxious feelings.
- Use in cooking to soften citrus flavors and add a flavorful twist to marinades, baked goods, and desserts.
- Keep a bottle in the kitchen to soothe accidental burns.
- Massage on child’s legs before bed to help with leg discomfort.
- Apply behind the ear to help relieve discomfort in that area.
- Diffuse 4-5 drops at bedtime to help relax.
Tea Tree
Tea Tree essential oil has over 90 different compounds and limitless applications. The leaves of the Tea Tree have been used by the Aboriginal peoples of Australia for centuries. They would apply crushed leaves directly to the skin for a cooling effect. Tea Tree is best known for its purifying properties. It can be used to cleanse and purify the skin and nails and to support a healthy looking complexion. Tea Tree is used on occasional skin irritations to soothe the skin and diffusing Tea Tree will help purify and freshen the air.
Uses:
- For occasional skin irritations, apply 1–2 drops of Tea Tree essential oil onto affected area.
- Combine 1–2 drops with your facial cleanser for added cleansing properties, or apply to skin after shaving.
- Apply to fingernails and toenails after showering to purify and keep nails looking healthy.
- Add a few drops to a spray bottle with water and use on surfaces as a cleansing and purifying agent.
- Apply behind the ear to help relieve discomfort in that area.
- Apply to cuts and scrapes to help cleanse the area.
- In locations with high mildew & mold levels, diffuse 4-5 drops to help purify the air.
Lemon
The top-selling doTERRA essential oil, Lemon has multiple benefits and uses. Lemon is a powerful cleansing agent that purifies the air and surfaces, and can be used as a non-toxic cleaner throughout the home. When added to water, Lemon provides a refreshing and healthy boost throughout the day. Lemon is frequently added to food to enhance the flavor of desserts and main dishes. Taken internally, Lemon provides cleansing and digestive benefits and supports healthy respiratory function.* When diffused, Lemon has an uplifting aroma.
Uses:
- Take internally to assist with seasonal respiratory discomfort.
- Add Lemon oil to a spray bottle of water to clean tables, countertops, and other surfaces. Lemon oil also makes a great furniture polish; simply add a few drops to olive oil to clean, protect, and shine wood finishes.
- Use a cloth soaked in Lemon oil to preserve and protect your leather furniture and other leather surfaces or garments.
- Lemon oil is a great remedy for the early stages of tarnish on silver and other metals.
- Diffuse to create an uplifting environment.
- Use Lemon essential oil to remove permanent marker from surfaces.
- Add to a glass of water to assist with natural detox of liver and kidneys.
- Apply to cut to help slow bleeding.
Essential oils have changed my life and the lives of my kids and husband. I cannot imagine going a single day without them. If you are interested in learning more, please email me, you can also visit my website.
Not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease.
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