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ESSENTIAL OILS: Balms, Lotions, and Tinctures
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items We began out essential oils journey about 15 years ago when a friend of ours became an affiliate with doTerra. Since then we've learned to turn to natural remedies before modern medicine and have learned how our bodies benefit from their use. In this section I'll share some of what I've learned and post links to products.
*I am not a medical professional. Always consult your own doctor for medical advice.
*I am not a medical professional. Always consult your own doctor for medical advice.
Sections
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OILS, ROLLERS, & STUFFS
DIFFUSERS
BALMS, STICKS, & LOTIONS
EDIBLE DROPS
OILS, ROLLERS, & STUFFS
We've enjoyed learning about essential oils over the last 10+ years and I thought I'd share some tips with you.
While there are many companies out there selling oils, we use doTerra.
All of their oils are sourced from native countries where they grow organically and are therapeutic grade, top notch. I cannot attest to the quality of any other brand so if you choose to use a brand other than doTerra, please research the quality for purity and grade.
Whether you're new to essential oils or a veteran user, this Modern Essentials handbook is a fantastic guide. Lots of information in one place and, if it's the same as my older copy, there's even space in the back to write your own recipes after you've tweeked theirs to suit your needs!
Modern Essentials Handbook
This is my go-to oil for diffusing.
From what I've learned, this is the old fashioned remedy for immunity that was used when you had a cold or flu. This oil can be diffused in a fine mist diffuser and smells like Autumn in a bottle! Cinnamon, clove, orange, rosemary…warm and wonderful and the health benefits are great. It's not a cure all, but it definitely helps. I diffuse it every night while I sleep.
From what I've learned, this is the old fashioned remedy for immunity that was used when you had a cold or flu. This oil can be diffused in a fine mist diffuser and smells like Autumn in a bottle! Cinnamon, clove, orange, rosemary…warm and wonderful and the health benefits are great. It's not a cure all, but it definitely helps. I diffuse it every night while I sleep.
On Guard (Protective Blend)
BREATHE essential, oil has worked miracles for me! I not only diffuse it when I'm congested, I use the “touch” version, too. It's a roll on with a carrier oil that I'll post, too. I roll it on my sinuses careful not to get it near my eyes. It's a healthy option to popular vapor rubs minus the petroleum jelly.
Breathe Essential Oil Respiratory Blend - 15 ml
Here's that roller bottle I described in the post about BREATHE EO. Good stuff!
In the Balms, Sticks, and Lotions section I've posted the solid stick version of the BREATHE proprietary blend.
In the Balms, Sticks, and Lotions section I've posted the solid stick version of the BREATHE proprietary blend.
Breathe Touch
I use Frank in my bath water along with Lavendar and Copaiba. It's known for it's ability to aid is the lessening of inflammation which is my primary use. I also put it into a veggie cap and take a few drops to help. Here's what
Amazon says about it:
“Renowned as one of the most prized and precious essential oils, Frankincense has extraordinary health benefits. In addition to its notoriety in the New Testament, the Babylonians and Assyrians would burn Frankincense in religious ceremonies and the ...
Amazon says about it:
“Renowned as one of the most prized and precious essential oils, Frankincense has extraordinary health benefits. In addition to its notoriety in the New Testament, the Babylonians and Assyrians would burn Frankincense in religious ceremonies and the ...
Frankincense Essential Oil
Okay, I'm going to be honest here…I didn't like the scent of Lavendar initially. It really bothered me. The scent began to grow on me, though, as time went on and I began combining it with lemon and peppermint oils for seasonal allergy relief. Now? I LOVE IT! I think my fondness of Lavendar stems from its many uses that I have found helpful in my health journey. I use Lavendar, as stated above, for allergies, in my bath for relax ation, on my dog's paws to calm her, on cuts to help them heal, on burns, on our woolen dryer balls to scent our laundry… It's actually an amazing plant!
Lavender Essential Oil
Here's another staple in our oil collection, Peppermint.
It's great for stomach aches, headaches. We diffuse it and since it is what we call a “hot" oil, if you decide to put it on your skin always use a carrier oil like EVOO or Coconut Oil.
*Consult your doctor. I am not a medical professional.
It's great for stomach aches, headaches. We diffuse it and since it is what we call a “hot" oil, if you decide to put it on your skin always use a carrier oil like EVOO or Coconut Oil.
*Consult your doctor. I am not a medical professional.
Peppermint Essential Oil
Very potent lemon scent. Great for diffusing!
Lemon Essential Oil
Oregano is a hot oil to be used with a carrier oil. I take 1 - 3 drops of Oregano EO with EVOO is a veggie capsule every day as per my holistic doctor. It's a natural antibiotic and she has me taking it to kill candida in my gut.
*Consult your doctor. I am not a medical professional but only sharing my protocol.
*Consult your doctor. I am not a medical professional but only sharing my protocol.
Oregano Essential Oil
My husband uses this oil every day. He says it helps him focus.
Here's what Amazon says:
“To help ground and balance emotions”
Here's what Amazon says:
“To help ground and balance emotions”
doTERRA PastTense Oil - Tension Blend - 15mL
THIS is MY life saver. I struggle keeping my body alkalized and so have problems with acid reflux and oftentimes, indigestion. To remedy, I take a swig of water and hold it in my mouth. Add 2-4 drops of DigestZen and swallow. Wait 30 minutes. Repeat if necessary.
DigestZen
I'm posting these Veggie Capsules here with the oils because this is what I use for my Oregano and Frankincense with EVOO as a carrier oil. I'm sure you'll find other brands out there that cost less, but I've only used these so that's why I recommend them.
Veggie Caps
While this is listed as “for kids” for mood support, it's great for adults, too. The scent of Clementine really helps lift your spirits!
Thinker Essential Oil Roller for Mood
Rosemary has many benefits starting with the digestive system. I've also read that it helps with hair growth as well! While we use rosemary in blends (for my husband), I haven't tried it yet in my shampoo. I plan to start soon. I'm 63 and my hair has begun thinning due to menopause. If Rosemary aids growth, I'll let you know.
Here's what Amazon says about Rosemary oil:
“Supports healthy digestion; Supports healthy respiratory function; Helps reduce nervous tension and fatigue”
Here's what Amazon says about Rosemary oil:
“Supports healthy digestion; Supports healthy respiratory function; Helps reduce nervous tension and fatigue”
Rosemary Essential Oil
When I make my own roller bottles this is the carrier oil I use. There are other brands out there that cost less, but most don't say that they are therapeutic grade. So, this is what we've decided to go with.
Fractionated Coconut Oil
I use Copaiba oil in my bath with Lavendar and Frankincense. Depending on the size of your tub, 5-10 drops should do. It's a great antioxidant!
doTERRA Copaiba
DIFFUSERS
Fine mist diffusers are great to use with essential oils. Listed are what we've actually purchased and used outselves.
We use one of these diffusers and find that it works very well. I'd say it's great for a large bedroom space or smaller living area. It comes with a remote control and has a few different mist levels. It also has a light and will rotate through the colors OR you can set it to just one color. It's VERY reasonably priced.
Essential Oil Diffuser
This one we gifted and she absolutely loves it! Says it's perfect for use in the bedroom.
Essential Oil Diffuser
We purchased this humidifier while on vacation in southern California where the air was very dry. We were pleasantly surprised when we saw that essential oils could be used in it! It's big, but not too big to pack in your larger suitcase for travel so that's a plus. It holds more water than the other diffusers I've reviewed below, so you can set it to release more mist. Like the others, it has colored lights you can set, let rotate through, OR turn off completely, it's up to you. Enjoy!
3-in-1 Whisper-Quiet Humidifier
BALMS, STICKS, & LOTIONS
This Deep Blue Stick is the BEST for travel. Easy to pack, smells great, and the Copaiba added in is helpful for inflammation.
Deep Blue Stick
Just recently have I started using this Frankincense Balm. I've read that using Manuka Honey with it is a great way to moisturize one's face AND it may erase signs of aging. If you have experience with this product, please let me know in the comments!
Frankincense Balm
This stuff keeps us alive! Lolol!
We went to the San Diego Zoo on vacation and walked more than I had walked in a long, long time. I was so incredibly sore by the time we got back to where we were staying. Before falling asleep, I remembered that I had some Deep Blue with me. Promptly I put rubbed some on my sore old muscles. The next day when I woke up, the pain had dissipated significantly. Day two and it was all but gone!
It also comes in a stick form with Copaiba.
We went to the San Diego Zoo on vacation and walked more than I had walked in a long, long time. I was so incredibly sore by the time we got back to where we were staying. Before falling asleep, I remembered that I had some Deep Blue with me. Promptly I put rubbed some on my sore old muscles. The next day when I woke up, the pain had dissipated significantly. Day two and it was all but gone!
It also comes in a stick form with Copaiba.
Deep Blue Rub
If you prefer a solid stick instead of the eo roller, this BREATHE stick is perfect. It's easy to pack, not messy, and can easily be applied topically on your chest for respiratory relief.
Breathe Vapor Stick
EDIBLE DROPS
I'm not keen on the flavor, but many find that these BREATHE drops help them when they have a cold or cough.
Breathe Respiratory Drops
Here's what Amazon has to say:
“Proprietary doTERRA On Guard Throat Drop blend of CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils including Wild Orange, Clove, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, and Myrrh in the convenience of an individually-wrapped drop.”
“Proprietary doTERRA On Guard Throat Drop blend of CPTG Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils including Wild Orange, Clove, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus, Rosemary, and Myrrh in the convenience of an individually-wrapped drop.”
On Guard Protecting Throat Drops