The power of essential oils is real – have YOU made them part of your everyday life yet?
We’re going to lay out all of the basics so you can get on this one bandwagon that’s here for the long haul. And when you learn about the history of Essential Oils, you’ll know that they’re not even new. In fact, these oils have been around for centuries!
Some essential oils come from seeds while many others are extracted from the leaves of the plant. Because essential oils are so highly concentrated, it takes a tremendous amount of plant to produce just one ounce of oil.
Due to this level of concentration, essential oils are incredibly powerful, so a little bit goes a long way!
AROMATIC
Essential oils are basically the natural aromatic compounds extracted from seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers, and other parts of plants. Diffusion is one of the most popular ways to enjoy the aromatic benefits of these oils.
CARRIER OIL
This refers to a lipid- or fat-based liquid used to dilute essential oils. Olive, coconut, almond, grapeseed, jojoba, and argan oils are the most common ones.
DISTILLATION
The process of extracting essential oil from plant material.
Steam distillation is the most common distillation method that uses low-heat pressurized steam to circulate through plant parts and extract oils.
Cold press distillation uses a mechanical press to squeeze the oils from plant parts It is the most commonly used method for obtaining citrus oils – a classic ingredient in DIY household cleaning products. This is to preserve their aromatic bounty!
Despite being suddenly catapulted into popularity, essential oils are not a new thing.
The ancient Egyptians were among the first to use these aromatic oils for daily life. Pure essential oils were prized and saved for priests and royals. Other ancient societies, such as those in China, Greece and Rome used essential oils for aromatherapy, illness, and personal hygiene.
Are you a newbie to Essential Oils?
Here are 4 of the most popular ones to try first, and a few suggested uses. They make great staples in your medicine cabinet too!
Other popular essential oils for beginners frankincense, clove, eucalyptus, clary sage, sweet orange, grapefruit, and rosemary.
Essential oils can be used topically (which means you can apply them directly on the skin), mix them with carrier oils, or mix with other personal care products.
DILUTE — The carrier oil will help transport the essential oils (EO’s) onto the skin. Mix one of the carrier oils mentioned above with your choice of essential oil & apply.
NEAT — This is the technique of applying the EO’s topically without dilution.
INGESTION— While there may be indication for internal ingestion of essential oils for therapeutic purposes, many of the ailments that we experience do not need such a heavy dose internally. These ailments may be more effectively addressed through inhalation (diffusers, personal inhalers, etc.) or topical application (salves, massage oils, baths, etc.).
Be sure to consult a professional aromatherapist before ingesting essential oils. Always make informed choices, and do your own research when choosing to use essential oils.
These oils are incredibly powerful and serve many purposes for the home, and in daily health routines. You can enjoy some therapeutic effects, as well as DIY dozens of homemade products with some basic knowledge, and having a few high-quality oils on hand.
Natural All-Purpose Household Cleaner
Ingredients:
Preparation:
In a clean 12-ounce spray bottle (glass is best), mix the vinegar, essential oils, and a splash of water before adding baking soda *important*.
Then fill to top of bottle with water, and gently shake to mix ingredients. Then spray area, wipe with a clean cloth, and allow it to dry. Dirty areas are now clean and disinfected!
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