Essential Oils 101
The beginner's guide to essential oils explains that they are concentrated plant extracts used for various physical and emotional benefits. dōTERRA® essential oils, effective even in small quantities, can be used in several ways: aromatically for air purification and mood enhancement, topically with a carrier oil for targeted skin application, and internally for health support. Key safety tips include avoiding sun exposure after using citrus oils due to photosensitivity, using carrier oils for 'hot' oils instead of water to alleviate skin irritation, and applying oils safely around sensitive areas like eyes and ears. It's crucial to dilute essential oils for topical use and to store them securely, especially away from children.
Essential Oils: A Beginner's Guide
Understanding Essential Oils: Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts, obtained from leaves, flowers, bark, seeds, or fruit rind. They offer physical and emotional benefits. Even a single drop of dōTERRA® essential oil can be highly effective, providing affordability with each use. Discover more about essential oils through this brief video clip.
Usage of Essential Oils:
As you explore, you'll find countless uses for dōTERRA® essential oils, ranging from relaxation and personal care to home cleaning, cooking, and health support. Each oil is suited for one or more of these application methods: Aromatic, Topical, or Internal.
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Aromatic: Inhale directly or use a diffuser for respiratory relief, mood enhancement, or air purification.
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Topical: Combine with a carrier oil for direct application to the skin, focusing on feet or specific areas for targeted benefits.
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Internal: Add to water, place under the tongue, or use in a veggie capsule for oral, digestive, or overall health support.
Essential Oil Safety Tips:
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Photosensitivity: Avoid sun exposure after applying citrus oils, as they react to sunlight. Protect the area from sunlight for 12 hours to prevent skin reactions.
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Dealing with 'Hot' Oils: If irritation occurs, apply a carrier oil or whole fat milk, not water, to soothe the area.
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Application Caution: Avoid direct application inside the eyes, ears, or nose. Safe application includes around the eye area, on ear cartilage, or diffusing.
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Dilution: Always dilute essential oils with a carrier oil like fractionated coconut oil for topical use.
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Storage and Safety: Store oils securely to prevent accidental ingestion by children. Use child-proof caps for added safety.
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dōTERRA Breathe, a blend of essential oils like Laurel Leaf, Peppermint, and Eucalyptus, supports clear breathing and counters seasonal threats, and can be applied topically or diffused for restful sleep.
Uses
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Inhale deeply by placing a drop in palms, rubbing together, and cupping over the nose.
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Mix with a carrier oil and apply to the chest for a soothing sensation.
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Diffuse at bedtime to create a restful atmosphere.
dōTERRA Balance Grounding Blend, with ingredients like Black Spruce and Frankincense, offers a warm, woody aroma for a tranquil environment, promoting harmony in mind and body.
Uses
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Add to a bath or use in massage for relaxation.
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Apply to wrists or neck for personal grounding.
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Diffuse during road trips for a calming atmosphere.
dōTERRA DigestZen, with essential oils like Cardamom and Ginger, supports digestive health, easing discomfort and maintaining a healthy GI system.
Uses
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Add to water for internal digestive support.
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Apply as part of a stomach massage before flying or road trips.
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Take internally for relief from occasional stomach upsets, especially while traveling or trying new foods.
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Mix with water or tea for gastrointestinal well-being.
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Diffuse for a calming, minty aroma.
dōTERRA Breathe, a blend of essential oils like Laurel Leaf, Peppermint, and Eucalyptus, supports clear breathing and counters seasonal threats, and can be applied topically or diffused for restful sleep.
Uses
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Inhale deeply by placing a drop in palms, rubbing together, and cupping over the nose.
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Mix with a carrier oil and apply to the chest for a soothing sensation.
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Diffuse at bedtime to create a restful atmosphere.
dōTERRA Balance Grounding Blend, with ingredients like Black Spruce and Frankincense, offers a warm, woody aroma for a tranquil environment, promoting harmony in mind and body.
Uses
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Add to a bath or use in massage for relaxation.
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Apply to wrists or neck for personal grounding.
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Diffuse during road trips for a calming atmosphere.
dōTERRA DigestZen, with essential oils like Cardamom and Ginger, supports digestive health, easing discomfort and maintaining a healthy GI system.
Uses
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Add to water for internal digestive support.
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Apply as part of a stomach massage before flying or road trips.
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Take internally for relief from occasional stomach upsets, especially while traveling or trying new foods.
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Mix with water or tea for gastrointestinal well-being.
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Diffuse for a calming, minty aroma.