Many of you already know that I'm a strong believer in essential oils. I've experienced their superior healing qualities first hand and added them to household cleaners for their anti-bacterial, anti-fungal and, anti-microbial properties. I also use essential oils in skin care recipes that I sell commercially and use on a daily basis myself.
I consider certified, pure, therapeutic grade (CPTG) essential oils to be a major player in the health of my family! I would never want to be without them. But, when I was first introduced to essential oils, it was a little overwhelming. What oil should I use? How should I use them? And, how often should I use them? This chart will help with all that uncertainty!
When doTERRA essential oils created this reference guide I felt compelled to share it with you. It's a good chart to print and keep with your oils for a quick reference.
There's much to learn about the use of essential oils, but there are many good books available, it just take a little research. If I were to give you any advice on what essential oils would be a good start, I would say lavender, lemon and maleluca. Lavender for it's soothing and calming properties, lemon and maleluca for their antibacterial and antimicrobial qualities.
If you'd like to learn more about essential oils, please visit the doTERRA link on the right side of this page. You'll find their website very helpful and informative!
TGIF :)
Rebecca
really nice chart. Thank you
ReplyDeleteCan you recommend any books ?
ReplyDeleteMy go to resource is Modern Essentials, a Contemporary Guide to the Use of Essential Oils by Abundant Health. This is an excellent, user friendly source of info. This books aligns itself with doTERRA essential oils too, which of course I love.
DeleteThanks!
ReplyDeleteI have looked for Peppermint Oil in particular and couldn't locate it in my area. I am sure I'm either looking in the wrong places and/or asking the wrong people. Can you direct me to some sources for purchasing essential oils? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteStephanie, I found Peppermint Oil at my local GNC - and it helped me overcome a raging sinus headache that's been plaguing me all week. Amazon also sells a few different brands if you can't find a local source (natural markets are a good place to start).
ReplyDeleteThank you Rebecca for the timely post or I would still have the headache! I think you've got me hooked!
Diana, thanks for your comments! It's awesome you thought to give essential oils a try...they're not a bad thing to get hooked on!
DeleteWhat a handy chart to have! Thanks for all the great resources:)
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure I understand this chart fully. In the "skin" columns, if there is a dot indicating "sensitive," then do I not use this if my skin is sensitive? Do I dilute it? Thanks for your help.
ReplyDeleteKristen, you're right...dilute the EO and, try a small test spot first before applying more liberally.
DeleteIs this in PDF so it can be printed or do I just print from this page?
ReplyDeleteFor now, you'll have to print...I'll be adding CLEAN PRINT very soon when the new web page is completed!
Deletethe problem is with this chart is it missing a key oil, which is Tea Tree old.
ReplyDeleteMelaleuca is the same as Tea Tree Oil.
DeleteCan you suggest an oil or blend for extreme chronic stress pain? My left arm just hurts all day every day so bad that I take pain pills but need to get off then real bad. The pain goes across my chest (feels like I'm having a heart attack), and had gone up my neck into my teeth and gums. Please help
ReplyDeleteThanks so much
Norma, balance, or zen from spark Naturals, is fabulous for stress and anxiety. It's best applied on bottoms of feet, but you could use it on location if you want. Marjoram, rosemary, and basil are great analgesics. You can use them individually or combined. One of my favorites for stress related pain is Cypress. It helps relieve tension and pain. Finally, I love peppermint and lemongrass together for relief of muscle pain. It is best just to experiment! See how the oils interact with your body. We're all different, so some oils may work better for you than others. Hope that helps!
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