How to use essential oils?

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When you enter the world of essential oils, it is easy to get lost as there are hundreds to choose from. It is easy to get overwhelmed at first.

If you are anything like me, you’ve compiled a collection of essential oils - but you don’t know how to use most of them without sniffing occasionally to relieve headaches or get an instant energy boost. Before we get into the use of essential oils, we will start with the basics.

What are essential oils?

Let's break the word down, shall we? First, the “essential” part is a little misleading. While some users find essential oil as a very important part of their routine, the term refers not to the value of the product, but to the taking of plant’s “essence” by condensing, well, quite a lot of said plant.

Essential oils are extracted from plants to retain their aroma and flavor, along with their useful properties. Each essential oil has unique ingredients that give it a characteristic essence.

And while they may feel oily when touched, essential oils are not exactly an oil, as their composition differs greatly from animal and vegetable oils. In other words, instead of being made up mainly of fatty acids, the composition of essential oil cells depends on the plant from which it originated - usually extracted by steam distillation. The extracted materials are too strong to be used alone, so they are then mixed with the carrier oil before being topically applied on the body or used in oil diffusers.

How to use essential oils:

To learn more about your use of essential oils, you need to understand a few things right from the start. Usually, oils are used in one of three ways. This essential oil using list will help you become a pro faster!

  1. Aromatically
  2. Topically
  3. Internally

How to use essential oils Aromatically:

The most common way is to use essential oils via aromatherapy, thanks to the satisfying smell of most essential oils. This use of essential oils may be very common. Maybe you wandered around the spa and enjoyed the scent of Eucalyptus oil and Tea Tree or maybe you felt the gentle calmness of Lavender scent on one of your favorite products at home. Now you can learn how to get the benefits of essential oils by spreading their scent!

Try this combination in your diffuser before bedtime to promote rest and relaxation:

Even if you do not have a diffuser, you can still enjoy the many fragrant benefits of essential oils. Apply drops of your favorite oil to a cotton ball and place them in areas where you want to spread the scent. You will be amazed at how effective this simple solution is!

Start a fragrant space in minutes by adding a few drops of your favorite citrus oils to a cotton ball, and place it in a workout or gym bag, trash can, or another area that needs to be enhanced by the scent.

The easiest way to get the benefits of aromatic oils is to take a few drops from a bottle and place them in the palm of your hand. Inhale, breathing heavily for as long as necessary - but, you know, take it easy so you don't hold your breath or anything.

How to use essential oils Topically:

The topical use of essential oils is one of the most popular. Once you get the hang of this application, it will be one of your favorites! Often, finding out how to apply essential oils to the skin is what makes most people use regular oil and become dedicated.

  • Essential oils can be applied to your scalp, ears, neck, and temples. If the smell of the oil is very strong, or your skin is sensitive, you can reduce it with a carrier oil.
  • Essential oils are best used in massages! For a soothing effect, Lavender and Cedarwood essential oils can be added to carrier oil.
  • By rejuvenating the muscles after a long workout, get the cooling effect of Peppermint's essential menthol in a sports massage.
  • Use essential oils "slightly by mixing a few drops with your ointment, or mixing an essential oil such as almond, olive or coconut oil."
  • You can also add a few drops to your bath "to get hard access to areas like your back”.

In addition, there are few essential oils that should not be used topically before going in sunlight, such as bergamot or any citrus oils, as they can cause a phototoxic reaction when your skin is exposed to the sun.

How to use essential oils Internally:

Essential oils should not be taken internally unless under medical supervision. If you still wish to combine these in your daily routines, first check with your medical practitioner and then use them.

  • Adding a drop or two of your favorite essential oil to the water throughout the day is a great way to stay hydrated. Oils such as Lemon, Grapefruit, and Orange provide a delicious flavor in an area without calorie soda or juice. Other oils like Peppermint and Thieves Vitality provide a spicy kick throughout your day.
  • Do you like home-made ice cream? Add a sophisticated twist with Lavender Vitality to your Blueberry-Lavender Ice Cream.
  • To give your pasta sauce a delicious Italian flavor, each drop of Oregano and Basil the essential  oil will give your food a strong flavor.
  • If you like Thai food, try adding Black Pepper, Lemongrass, and Ginger Vitality oil to any soup recipe!

Essential oil safety

Essential oils are very potent, so you have to be cautious when you use them:

  • Less is more! You can always add some drops, so start small, whether you use your oil by topically, aromatically, or internally.
  • Due to its strength, some oils may irritate the skin. If irritation occurs, immediately apply Vegetable Oil to the affected area to reduce it.
  • Always read label labels for each oil before use.
  • Do not apply essential oils to the eyes, ears, nose, or other sensitive areas of the skin.
  • Always dilute essential oils with a carrier oil before applying on skin
  • Do a patch test before applying on larger areas
  • Keep essential oils out of reach of children and pets

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