Emergency Preparation EOs + Application Chart
I wouldn't call myself an alarmist, prepper or a survivalist but I do feel very strongly that all who call themselves such, have an important message for everyone. Too many natural disasters have me paying a lot more attention to being a lot more prepared...
As I said, we've seen enough natural disasters over the last 10 years to realize that no one is immune and Mother Nature isn't selective. We could be expected to fend for ourselves and our families for some time should the power go out or our water supply gets rendered unfit to drink or, cut off. What about your family's health needs? Ask yourself these questions?
1. What would you do if your one of your children had an asthma attack and you couldn't find the inhaler?
2. What would you do if someone in your family developed a bacterial infection and no medical help was available?
3. What would you do in the case of a bad toothache and you had no access to a dentist?
4. How would you handle the stress and anxiety associated with a natural or man-made disaster, economic crisis or act of terroism?
Here's an important list of what many essential oil experts consider to be the most important Emergency EOs to have on hand.
Lavender: This is the Swiss Army knife of EOs. Heals burns, cuts, relieve insomnia, reduces stress, a powerful antihistimine, bug bites, bruises, sleep deprivation, inflammation, sunburn, lice. Soothing to skin irritations, earache and depression. Lavender is the number one essential oil to have in your survival kit, in fact I would keep two bottles.
Lemon: known for it's cleansing ability. Add a few drops to water to purify (this was suggested in a seminar I attended but I have no proof, however, in dire circumstance, I would do it). Great for intestinal parasites, dissolves petrochemicals in your body, effective for colds and flu, helps digestive and liver work, gout, sore throat, disinfectant, antiseptic.
Peppermint: effective for nausea, digestive issues, allergies, menstrual problems, reduces fever, increase alertness, focus and oxygen absorption. Great for headaches, muscle aches. Antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, use for shock, colds, colic and heartburn.
Oregano: effective in treating bacterial infections and yeast infections, relieves back and joint pain, inflammation, cold and flu, kills warts and skin tags, athlete's foot, effective cleanse for GI health.

Melaleuca: can be used as a first aid ointment, useful for skin irritations, bug bites, athlete's foot, eczema and psoriasis. Aids in immune function and supports against throat and respiratory pathogens, helps with slivers in the skin.
Helichrysum: for painful bruising, sprains, swelling. Stems bleeding. Used to treat shock, help with broken bones, help with allergies, beneficial against infections and viruses. Excellent for wounds, speeds healing and reduces pain.
Myrrh: good for antiseptic needs, pain relief and swelling of cuts, wounds or bruises. Can be applied on open wounds. Stimulates the immune system and blood circulation, promotes tissue regeneration. Astringent and analgesic propertiess, eases coughing/tonsillitis and other infections.
Clove: with antibiotic and analgesic properties Clove helps relieve toothaches, headaches, and other pain. Can be used to draw toxins and infections from the body. Aids in relieving nausea or constipation.
Frankincense: enhances the effects of other essential oils, reduces inflammation, relieves headaches, supports skin tissue recovery, soothe hyperactivity, restlessness, facilitates clarity and focus of mind. With it's regenerative properties, Frankincense is important EO in all manner of emergency.
Lemongrass: soothes sore and cramping muscles, naturally cleansing, warms feet in winter, an effective bug repellent.
Respire Blend: oil blend helps ease respiratory distress by opening the airways, clears the lungs and sinuses of congestion, promotes restful sleep and relaxation. Ideal for those with asthma and allergies.
Shield Blend: oil blend that eliminates airborne pathogens, supports immune function, prevents colds, sore throats and influenza, inhibits MRSA and other antibiotic-resistant staph bacteria, stops growth of viruses and bacteria and aids in mold inhibition.
DIY Digestive Blend: oil blend that relieves digestive discomforts such as food poisoning, acid reflux, nausea, constipation, or diarrhea, helps support digestive function.
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Jeddy's Blend: In stressful times, especially in an emergency...I would want this naturally calming blend for the whole family. Jeddy's Blend helps with focus, while balancing emotions.
Now that you have "The List", here's how to use the essential oils that you've stocked in your emergency preparedness provisions:
It's important to note here that most EOs will outlive you and I. There is no shelf life for pure plant essence with the exception of citrus EOs which should be replaced annually. A wonderful tidbit about EOs is that they don't contain any fatty acids that can turn rancid or mold AND the environment of a pure EO is too tough for bacteria to grow in. This is a very special benefit and, an economical one! When you invest in pure essential oils like Spark Naturals you're providing your family a security and empowerment knowing that you can take care of most health needs efficiently, without side effects.
Be Safe, be Well!
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17 Comments:
I love how you share this knowledge with us. Thank you. I can read the chart, but I am still unclear HOW to utilize the oils....for instance; Lavande is good for insomnia, I read that it can be applied topically. How? where? Is there a book that explains this? If I have missed a posting, I apologize. I'll keep digging...and TY again :)
Almost any oil can be applied on the soles of the feet...essential oils 101 :) If you have a headache, dab your temples, sinus areas...wherever it hurts. If you want to sleep, soles of feet, and under the nose is nice too. The best thing about these essential oils is that you can't make a mistake! The more you use them, the more comfortable you become with them. Please ask questions! This is how everyone learns..and when you ask them online, the information reaches many :)
I am sooooo thankful for your site and this response....I have many EOs that I have used in a burner. I have always slept with a small lavendar pillow, stuffed with fresh lavendar buds. I always sleep more soundly and when the buds begin to lose their scent - I know it's time to add more. You are enlightening me and helping me. TY TY :)
Thank you so much for this blog! I am enjoying the info and insight. What a great way to keep ourselves and our families healthy and happy!
I love this. thanks
julie
Are essential oils safe for dogs? I do volunteer work at a pound and would like to use them for calming.
Kim, to diffuse Lavender in a kennel would be amazing, dogs seem to respond to it really well.
This is really great, I love that you came up with this list. I was always wondering what oils were going to be good in an emergency situation. Thanks.
I love this information. Thank You! You are always so responsive and I get a lot of info from other people's questions and your answers. Now I need some information for my mom. She has Lupus. I just saw a website (oh no! I forgot where it was!) that was by a doTerra rep. that gave suggestions as to what to use. There were, however several doTerra brand blends and I was wondering if Spark Naturals had equivalents, or if you had recipes for something similar. They were: Deep Blue Rub, LLV pack (I don't know what that it), Balance, Serenity, OnGuard, Immortelle, and Clear Skin. I'd really appreciate any help you could give. She is 70 and the Lupus is hitting her hard. She has trouble with the meds usually given for Lupus, so she is desperate for help. Thank you. (I hope I haven't put you in a tough spot by asking this)
Hi, thanx for this quick reference guide, I'm going to print it out and keep it handy.
Interestingly I believe what you say about EO not going rancid, but I would go further and say it helps prevent other things from going rancid. for instance, I bought a bottle of macadamia nut oil on a special a while ago, and I reckoned Ok, I am using the oil cleansing method, let's see if this oil works for me. When I got home, however, it was rancid as nut oils seem to go when too old, and probably why it was on sale. I was annoyed as I did not want to smell like rancid nuts. Then I thought oh well, body oil is also good, I'll just put in some sweet orange and grapefruit EO in there to make it smell nice and to help with the old cellulite. Now this is months ago and I still have half a bottle of the rancid oil, which no longer smells rancid, but of citrus. I am very happy as this was more than I would've liked to spend on any oil, and I got full use out of this, or else I would have had to throw it away.
It might be the citric acid in the oranges that is used as a preservative, I don't know, I only know it reversed the stinky and allowed me to extend the shelf life of an expensive oil.
Where did you get the bag that the oils are in?
I absolutely LOVE this!! I only wish I could find a list like this of medicinal herbs. Do you happen to know of any lists like that?
If you can get your hands on a copy (try your local library), look in The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy by Valerie Ann Wormwood. I just looked up Lupus, and it says to use the same protocol as for rheumatoid arthritis. It's pages 295-297 in the book and lists EOs, bath blends, and massage blends.
Hope that helps.
Would you happen to know of a DIY recipe for Respire? Or what about the doTerra Breathe blend? I know what's in them, just don't know the specific amounts to add.
I'm new to using essential oils and have so much to learn. On your chart under "skin sensitivity," what does neat mean, and what should that mean to me? Thank you.
Where, oh where did you get the lovely blue carrying case/bag? So much more practical than a bunch of bottles jumbled in a drawer!
Sharon, "neat" refers to applying EOs undiluted.
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