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the EssEntial Oils HandbOOk A Comprehensive Guide to the Benefits & uses of essentiAl oils
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EssEntial Oils: nature’s extraordinary healthy Agents
essential oils are life-enhancing gifts from the plant kingdom, revered for centuries for their restorative properties to the body, mind, and spirit. pure essential oils are a key solution to the challenges facing modern lifestyles.
essential oils are freshly cultivated and distilled from plants, shrubs, flowers, trees, roots, bushes, and seeds. they contain oxygenating molecules that transport nutrients to the cells of the body. Without oxygen, nutrients can’t be assimilated, leaving us nutritionally depleted.
According to the translation of ancient egyptian hieroglyphics and Chinese manuscripts, priests and physicians have been using essential oils for thousands of years. they were mankind’s first medicine.
• Widearrayofvitalactionsinbody.• Significantrangeofpotencies.• Helpswithallmajororgansandsystems.• Safewithvirtuallynosideeffects.• Provenbythousandsofstudies.• Usedbydoctorsandexpertsacrosstheglobe.
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these therapeutic-grade essential oils deliver the positive benefits to the body through small, direct absorption into the skin, and normal digestive process. Cleansing, calming, stimulating, soothing, essential oils bring balance to all systems of the body.
Purity and POtEncy make the difference
there is a significant difference between essential oils that simply smell good and those that are therapeutic-grade. in order to achieve therapeutic-grade classification, each essential oil must achieve the designation naturally, without excess manipulation and refinement, and meet specific criteria in several areas, including the plants they’re sourced from, how they’re prepared, the finalized purity and potency of each oil, and how they’re tested.
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Ways tO usE essential oils
1:Aromatic
Aromatic application involves inhaling a fine mist of oil or vapor that has evaporated from the oil. inhalation of
the essential oil is a powerful method to affect memory, hormones, brain function, and emotional health through the olfactory system.one of the best aromatic applications involves using a diffuser, which spreads the essential oil particles into the air, which allows you to inhale them and introduce them into your system. You can rub a few drops on your palms and inhale. You can place a few drops on a cotton ball or handkerchief and inhale. You can also use a humidifier/vaporizer, as well as a fan or vent, to spread the oil particles.
Key Benefits: - Affects mood- Kills bacteria and destroys viruses- Opens airways
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2:Topical
essential oils can offer effective solutions simply by being applied directly to the skin. the oil particles
are then absorbed through the skin into the bloodstream. typically about 1-3 drops is all you need for direct application. if you are going to massage the oils, a carrier oil (such as olive or fractionated coconut oil) should be used. mix 3-10 drops of your desired essential oil with about 1 tablespoon of the carrier oil.
Aromatouch is a technique that applies certain oils along the entire length of the spine and on the feet. it’s a powerful therapy that can help reduce stress, enhance immune function, decrease inflammation, and more. other topical applications include reflexology/reflex therapy, auricular therapy, compresses, and baths.
Key Benefits:- Absorbed into the body through the skin- Full body benefit- Immediate comfort
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3:Internal
there are several ways to utilize essential oils internally. place 1 to 2 drops under the tongue or mix in a
glass of water and drink. Care should be taken because not all essential oils can be ingested. follow manufacturer guidelines.
Key Benefits:- Mouth and throat benefits- Digestive support- Immune support
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HouseholdApplicationsofEssentialOils
there are other ways to enjoy the benefits of essential oils. some of these include household uses:
• Add a few drops of lemon oil to dishwater for clean dishes and a great-smelling kitchen.
• A few drops of an antiseptic oil will kill bacteria and germs in the laundry.
• Add several drops of fir, pine or other oil to a water spray bottle, and use to clean countertops, bathrooms, or kitchen surfaces.
• Some oils are very effective at removing gum, grease and other stains from clothing, carpet or fabrics.
HowDoEssentialOilsAffecttheBrain?
the blood-brain barrier is the membrane between the circulating blood and the brain that prevents certain dangerous substances from reaching brain
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tissue. it’s largely believed by medical experts that any agent capable of passing through the blood brain barrier could contribute to significant diseases that affect or are affected by the brain, including Alzheimer’s, lou Gehrig’s disease, ms and so forth.
it’s now known that sesquiterpenes—compounds commonly found in essential oils from botanicals—can pass through the blood-brain barrier. it is likely the presence of these sesquiterpenes, and likely other compounds, that give essential oils their profound brain-altering properties.
EssentialOilsAreVerySafe
With essential oils, it is typically more effective to use small amounts frequently rather than large amounts once or twice.
Adults: Most adults can safely use 2-4 drops of oil at a time.
Children: It is typically safe to use 1-2 drops of oil. However, for very young children or those with unusually sensitive skin, dilute the oil in about 1 tsp of fractionated coconut oil. Use this dilution just as you would the oil.
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EssEntial Oils Benefit the Whole Body
skin & Hair• Blue tansy• Citronella• eucalyptus• frankincense
brain • frankincense • lemon • peppermint • rosewood
Ears• helichrysum• Ylang Ylang
Eyes• Citronella• frankincense
Oral Hygiene• Clove• Cinnamon• eucalyptus• peppermint• tea tree
Heart• Clove• helichrysum• lavender• rosemary• Ylang Ylang
Muscles• Citronella• helichrysum• lemongrass• myrtle• peppermint• rosemary• Wintergreen
lungs• Blue tansy• Clove• eucalyptus• lemon• myrtle• peppermint• spruce• tea tree
bones & Joints• Citronella• helichrysum• lemongrass• myrtle• rosewood• Wintergreen
digestion• Clove• lemon• myrtle• orange• peppermint• rosemary
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EssEntial Oils Benefit the Whole Body
skin & Hair• Blue tansy• Citronella• eucalyptus• frankincense
brain • frankincense • lemon • peppermint • rosewood
Ears• helichrysum• Ylang Ylang
Eyes• Citronella• frankincense
Oral Hygiene• Clove• Cinnamon• eucalyptus• peppermint• tea tree
Heart• Clove• helichrysum• lavender• rosemary• Ylang Ylang
Muscles• Citronella• helichrysum• lemongrass• myrtle• peppermint• rosemary• Wintergreen
lungs• Blue tansy• Clove• eucalyptus• lemon• myrtle• peppermint• spruce• tea tree
bones & Joints• Citronella• helichrysum• lemongrass• myrtle• rosewood• Wintergreen
digestion• Clove• lemon• myrtle• orange• peppermint• rosemary
Abdominal Cramps
Potential oils: Clary sage, BasilHow to use: take a few drops internally or apply a few drops topically to abdomen.
Abscess
Potential oils: Clove, helichrysumHow to use: Apply topically to affected area several times daily.
Acne
Potential oils: lemongrass, Clove, frankincenseHow to use: dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of vegetable oil and put into capsule.
Addiction
Potential oils: Basil, roman ChamomileHow to use: dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as soy or rice milk.
the EssEntial Oils HandbOOk A Comprehensive Guide to the Benefits & uses of essentiAl oils
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Allergies
Potential oils: German Chamomile, long life vitality, peppermintHow to use: dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat’s or rice milk.
Amnesia
Potential oils: frankincense, peppermint, rosemaryHow to use: Apply topically to back of neck or under nose and on bridge of nose as needed.
Anxiety
Potential oils: Ylang, Ylang, Jasmine, elevationHow to use: diffuse or massage on outer edges of ears; add a few drops to a warm bath.
Arteriosclerosis
Potential oils: Ginger, helichrysum, CypressHow to use: put one drop in a capsule or in 4 fl. oz. of rice or goat’s milk.
Arthritis
Potential oils: Basil, German Chamomile, melroseHow to use: diffuse or apply topically.
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Asthma
Potential oils: Breathe, eucalyptus, myrrhHow to use: diffuse for short periods of time (1/2 hour or less) in the work or home environment.
Athlete’s Foot
Potential oils: oregano, melaleucaHow to use: Apply a few drops topically to area between toes and around toenails a couple times a day until symptoms disappear.
ADD/ADHD
Potential oils: frankincense, lavender, serenityHow to use: put one drop in a capsule or in 4 fl. oz. of rice or goat’s milk.
Autism
Potential oils: Grapefruit, frankincense, vetiverHow to use: diffuse into the air, inhaling deeply throughout the day.
Back Pain
Potential oils: Wintergreen, deep BlueHow to use: massage topically into back as needed.
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Bleeding
Potential oils: rose, hyssop, rosemaryHow to use: dilute 1 drop with 1 drop of v-6 or olive oil, then apply to desired area as needed.
Blisters
Potential oils: lemongrass, oregano, lavenderHow to use: for topical use, always dilute before applying to the skin.
Bloating
Potential oils: digestZen, peppermint, Clary sageHow to use: Apply a few drops to the stomach area, bottoms of feet, or take internally in a capsule.
Boils
Potential oils: lavender, thyme, purifyHow to use: Apply to affected area several times a day. Always dilute before applying to the skin.
Bone (ache)
Potential oils: Basil, deep BlueHow to use: diffuse, apply topically on location as needed
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Brain Function
Potential oils: Cedarwood, helichrysumHow to use: Apply over the heart, on the feet, on the hand under the ring finger, and above the elbow.
Bronchitis
Potential oils: Breathe, eucalyptus, thymeHow to use: Apply to chest or neck, or gargle several times throughout day. Also diffuse into air throughout the day.
Bruising
Potential oils: Angelica, Clove, GeraniumHow to use: Apply 2-4 drops directly to desired area.
Burns (minor)
Potential oils: peppermint, helichrysumHow to use: Apply 2-4 drops directly to desired area.
Bursitis
Potential oils: Basil, peppermintHow to use: Apply 2-4 drops directly to desired area.
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Candida
Potential oils: melaleuca, life long vitality, GX AssistHow to use: take life long vitality and GX Assist as directed, or apply a few drops to chest and bottoms of feet. Also take as a capsule.
Canker Sores
Potential oils: melaleuca, on Guard, oreganoHow to use: Apply a drop directly to sore, or gargle several times daily until sore disappears.
Cavities
Potential oils: Clove, on Guard, melaleucaHow to use: Apply a few drops to bottoms of feet or take in a capsule daily.
Chicken Pox
Potential oils: roman Chamomile, Bergamot, CloveHow to use: dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of vegetable oil and put into capsule.
Chronic Fatigue
Potential oils: life long vitality, terrazyme, on GuardHow to use: take as directed. Also use internally in capsule, or apply to muscles and joints a few times throughout the day.
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Circulation
Potential oils: fennel, lemon, thymeHow to use: When using as a supplement, put one drop in a capsule or in 4 fl. oz. of soy or rice milk.
Cold Sores
Potential oils: lavender, oregano, on Guard How to use: for topical use, apply 2-4 drops directly to desired area.
Colitis
Potential oils: digestZen, peppermint, helichrysumHow to use: massage a few drops over lower abdomen. Also, take internally a few times daily.
Common Cold
Potential oils: thyme, melaleuca, peppermintHow to use: When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as goat’s or rice milk.
Congestion
Potential oils: Breathe, eucalyptus, peppermintHow to use: diffuse oil in air and inhale; or gargle a few drops mixed with water. You can also massage onto forehead, nose, cheeks, lower throat, and chest as needed.
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Constipation
Potential oils: fennel, Ginger, orangeHow to use: put 2 drops in a capsule. take three times daily or as needed.
Cough
Potential oils: Breathe, melaleuca, eucalyptusHow to use: massage a few drops onto neck and chest; or gargle with water and a few drops.
Cramps
Potential oils: rosemary, Cypress, marjoramHow to use: massage on cramped muscles several times daily.
Croup
Potential oils: marjoram, thyme, sandalwoodHow to use: diffuse into the air and inhale or apply to chest and neck.
Cyst
Potential oils: oregano, thymeHow to use: Apply topically to affected area as needed.
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Dandruff
Potential oils: Wintergreen, lavender, CypressHow to use: dilute a few drops and massage into scalp. rinse after about an hour.
Depression
Potential oils: frankincense, elevation, JasmineHow to use: diffuse or massage on outer edges of ears. Apply to wrists, neck, or wherever you would wear cologne/perfume.
Diabetic Sores
Potential oils: lavender, BalanceHow to use: Apply a few drops to back, feet and over pancreas; or diffuse into air
Diaper Rash
Potential oils: lavender, helichrysum, roman ChamomileHow to use: dilute a few drops with carrier oil; apply to affected area several times daily until rash subsides.
Diarrhea
Potential oils: diarrhea, lemon, myrtleHow to use: dilute 1 drop with 1 drop olive oil. put in a capsule and take up to three times daily or as needed.
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Digestion
Potential oils: Cardamom, dill, digestZenHow to use: diffuse up to 1 hour three times daily.
Dizziness
Potential oils: Wintergreen, lavender, CypressHow to use: for topical and aromatic use.
Dry Skin
Potential oils: Geranium, Chamomile, lemonHow to use: Apply topically to affected area as needed.
Earache
Potential oils: frankincense, Geranium, rosemaryHow to use: Apply topically to affected area as needed.
Ear Infection
Potential oils: melaleuca, lavender, purifyHow to use: Apply a couple drops to cotton ball and place over ear at night. repeat as necessary.
Eczema
Potential oils: helichrysum, thyme, GeraniumHow to use: Apply topically to affected area as needed.
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Eyes (Never directly)
Potential oils: lemongrass, Juniper, CypressHow to use: When using as a supplement, put one drop in a capsule or in 4 fl. oz. of rice or goat’s milk.
Fatigue
Potential oils: peppermint, rosemary, life long vitalityHow to use: take life long vitality as directed; inhale directly or diffuse into air. You may also apply a few drops on temples or behind ears.
Fertility
Potential oils: Clary sage, Ginger, YarrowHow to use: dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as soy or rice milk.
Fever
Potential oils: Clove, peppermint, limeHow to use: When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of vegetable oil and put into capsule.
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Fibromyalgia
Potential oils: frankincense, long life vitality, gx AssistHow to use: When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as soy or rice milk.
Flatulence
Potential oils: peppermint, lavender, GingerHow to use: take a few drops in capsule or apply topically to abdomen.
Flu
Potential oils: Angelica, pine, rosemaryHow to use: put in a capsule and take up to three times daily or as needed.
Food Poisoning
Potential oils: digestZen, rosemary, on GuardHow to use: take a few drops in capsule several times daily.
Foot Problems
Potential oils: Grapefruit, peppermintHow to use: massage into affected area several times a day.
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Fungal (Intestinal)
Potential oils: thyme, GeraniumHow to use: dilute 1 drop with 1 drop of olive oil. put in a capsule and take up to three times daily or as needed.
Fungal (Skin Infection)
Potential oils: oregano, lemongrass, melaleucaHow to use: Apply topically to affected area several times a day.
Gallbladder
Potential oils: lemon, Geranium, German ChamomileHow to use: take internally in a capsule or apply to gallbladder area several times a day.
Gallstones
Potential oils: lemon, orange, GrapefruitHow to use: take internally in a capsule.
Gangrene
Potential oils: oregano, lavender, thymeHow to use: Apply topically to affected area several times a day.
Gastritis
Potential oils: peppermint, lemongrassHow to use: take internally in a capsule or apply topically to stomach.
Gingivitis
Potential oils: Clove, melaleuca, peppermintHow to use: Gargle many times daily if necessary.
Gout
Potential oils: lemon, frankincense, lavenderHow to use: take as a capsule or apply to affected area several times daily.
Grief/Sorry
Potential oils: lemon, elevation, BalanceHow to use: diffuse into air or inhale directly from the bottle.
Gum Disease
Potential Oils: melaleuca, myrrhHow to use: Apply topically to bottoms of feet.
Hair and Scalp
Potential oils: Cypress, lemon, thymeHow to use: Apply topically several times a day.
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Halitosis
Potential oils: peppermint, on Guard, CinnamonHow to use: Gargle a few times daily or as needed.
Hangover
Potential oils: Grapefruit, lemon, lavenderHot to use: Add a few drops to warm bath or apply to back of neck and over liver.
Hashimoto’s Disease
Potential oils: lemongrass, myrrhHow to use: dilute as directed and take in capsule form; diffuse into air or apply to hands and inhale.
Headache
Potential oils: Ginger, peppermint, past tenseHow to use: Apply topically to affected area as needed.
Heart Support
Potential oils: rosemary, marjoramHow to use: take internally in a capsule.
Heartburn
Potential oils: peppermint, Ginger, lemonHow to use: take internally in a capsule or apply topically to chest.
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Hemorrhoids
Potential oils: Cypress, helichrysum, GeraniumHow to use: dilute a few drops with carrier oil and apply directly to affected area daily.
Hernia
Potential oils: Basil, fennel, spearmint,How to use: When using as a supplement, put one drop in a capsule or apply to affected area.
Herpes Simplex
Potential oils: melaleuca, Clove, melissaHow to use: dilute a few drops with carrier oil and apply directly to affected area a few times a day.
High Blood Pressure
Potential oils: marjoram, Ylang Ylang, lavenderHow to use: Complete a full massage on body with oils every day; diffuse into air and inhale regularly.
Hives
Potential oils: peppermint, myrrh, melaleucaHow to use: Apply topically to affected area as needed.
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Hot Flashes
Potential oils: Balance, peppermint, Clary sageHow to use: diffuse into the air and inhale throughout day; apply to back of neck as needed.
Hypoglycemia
Potential oils: Clove, lavenderHow to use: When using as a supplement, put one drop in a capsule or in 4 fl. oz. of rice or goat’s milk.
Indigestion
Potential oils: Ginger, orange, peppermintHow to use: take in internally in a capsule or apply topically to stomach area.
Infection
Potential oils: Clove, thyme, oreganoHow to use: dilute with a carrier oil and apply to affected area or diffuse.
Inflammation
Potential oils: roman Chamomile, frankincense, peppermintHow to use: When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as soy or rice milk.
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Insect Bites
Potential oils: lavender, melaleucaHow to use: Apply to affected area as needed.
Insomnia
Potential oils: Clary sage, lavender, myrtleHow to use: Add to warm bath, rub on feet and behind ears and diffuse into the air.
Itching
Potential oils: peppermint, oregano, lavenderHow to use: Apply topically to affected area as needed.
Jaundice
Potential oils: German Chamomile, thyme, GeraniumHow to use: take internally in a capsule or use a warm compress over the liver several times per day.
Jock Itch
Potential oils: melaleuca, lavender, rosemaryHow to use: Apply topically to affected area several times daily.
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Joint Stiffness
Potential oils: Wintegreen, myrrh, nutmegHow to use: dilute 1 drop with 1 drop olive oil. then apply to desired area as needed.
Kidney Infection
Potential oils: rosemary, thyme, peppermintHow to use: Apply topically over kidneys and to bottoms of feet.
Kidney Stones
Potential oils: lemon, Wintergreen, eucalyptusHow to use: use a warm compress over kidney area a couple times a day or take internally in a capsule.
Lactose Intolerance
Potential oils: lemongrassHow to use: take a few drops internally in a capsule.
Laryngitis
Potential oils: sandalwood, frankincense, thymeHow to use: diffuse into air and inhale.
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Leg Cramps
Potential oils: Clary sage, Cypress, lavenderHow to use: massage into legs.
Lice
Potential oils: eucalyptus, rosemary, lemongrassHow to use: massage into the scalp several times daily.
Low Blood Pressure
Potential oils: sage, rosemaryHow to use: dilute and do a full body massage daily or diffuse into the air and inhale or take internally in a capsule.
Low Blood Sugar
Potential oils: Cinnamon, CloveHow to use: take internally in a capsule or apply to bottoms of feet.
Lymphoma
Potential oils: frankincense, myrrh, CloveHow to use: Apply to swollen nodes and along spine.
Macular Degeneration
Potential oils: CloveHow to use: take internally in a capsule.
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Male Hormone Imbalance
Potential oils: rosemary, sage, Ylang YlangHow to use: take internally in a capsule daily.
Measles
Potential oils: lavender, roman Chamomile, melaleucaHow to use: Apply to spots several times daily or add to bath and soak for at least 30 minutes daily.
Menopause
Potential oils: Clary sage, frankincense, roman ChamomileHow to use: Apply topically to abdomen, bottoms of feet and back of neck.
Menstrual Pain
Potential oils: Clary sage, rosemary, peppermintHow to use: massage into abdomen, lower back and shoulders or apply a warm compress over uterus area or take internally in capsule.
Mental Function
Potential oils: lemongrass, peppermint, How to use: diffuse into air and inhale directly or apply topically to temples and back of neck.
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Mental Fatigue
Potential oils: serenity, lemongrass, peppermintHow to use: diffuse into the air and inhale; or inhale directly. You can also apply topically to temples and back of neck.
Migraine
Potential oils: frankincense, CloveHow to use: Apply topically to forehead, temples, base of skull and behind the ears or inhale directly as needed.
Mold
Potential oils: Cinnamon, oregano, thymeHow to use: diffuse into air where mold is present.
Moles
Potential oils: frankincense, sandalwood, GeraniumHow to use: Apply topically to mole.
Molescum
Potential oils: lemongrass, Geranium, melaleucaHow to use: dilute in coconut oil and apply topically to affected area 3 times daily.
Mood Swings
Potential oils: Clary sage, lavenderHow to use: diffuse into the air and inhale.
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Morning Sickness
Potential oils: Ginger, lavender, peppermintHow to use: Apply topically behind ears and over navel or diffuse into the air and inhale.
Motion Sickness
Potential oils: lavender, peppermint, GingerHow to use: Apply topically behind ears and over naval or diffuse into the air and inhale.
Mouth Ulcers
Potential oils: myrrh, oregano, melaleucaHow to use: Gargle several times daily or apply topically to gums.
MRSA
Potential oils: on Guard, oregano, melaleucaHot to use: Apply a few drops to bottoms of feet or diffuse into the air frequently.
Muscle Pain
Potential oils: peppermint, CloveHow to use: Apply topically to affected muscles.
Muscle Spasms
Potential oils: Wintergreen, peppermint, BasilHow to use: massage into affected muscles.
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Muscle Stiffness
Potential oils: deep Blue, lemongrassHow to use: massage a few drops into affected muscles a few times daily or as needed.
Muscle Strains
Potential oils: lemongrass, CypressHow to use: Apply a few drops, massaging strained muscle a few times daily.
Nausea
Potential oils: Ginger, lavender, fennelHow to use: Apply topically behind ears and over naval hourly or diffuse into air and inhale or under tongue as needed.
Neck Pain
Potential oils: Basil, marjoram, helichrysumHow to use: massage onto neck several times daily.
Neuralgia
Potential oils: marjoram, helichrysum, peppermintHow to use: Apply topically to affected area as needed.
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Neuritis
Potential oils: peppermint, lavender, eucalyptusHow to use: Apply topically to affected areas several times daily.
Neuropathy
Potential oils: peppermint, helichrysum, lemongrassHow to use: Apply topically to affected areas several times daily.
Night Sweats
Potential oils: Clary sageHow to use: Apply a few drops to the lower abdomen and back of neck.
Nose Bleeds
Potential oils: helichrysum, Geranium, lavenderHow to use: Apply topically to the bridge and side of the nose.
Oily Hair
Potential oils: Basil, Cypress, thymeHow to use: Add to shampoo when washing hair.
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Osteoarthritis
Potential oils: rosemary, marjoramHow to use: Apply topically to affected area.
Osteoporosis
Potential oils: Wintergreen, Clove, peppermintHow to use: massage onto spine and affected area.
Ovarian Cyst
Potential oils: frankincense, Basil, melaleucaHow to use: Apply to a tampon and insert overnight for several days or apply warm compress over the stomach.
Pain
Potential oils: peppermint, Wintergreen, BirchHow to use: massage into affected area.
Palpitations
Potential oils: Ylang Ylang, orange, lavenderHow to use: Apply topically to the chest area.
Pancreatitis
Potential oils: lemon, marjoram, peppermintHow to use: take a few drops in capsule form several times weekly.
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Paralysis
Potential oils: peppermint, lemongrass, GeraniumHow to use: Apply several drops to affected area or massage into back several times daily.
Parasites
Potential oils: oregano, peppermint, GingerHow to use: take internally in a capsule or apply warm compress over intestinal area.
Plantar Warts
Potential oils: oreganoHow to use: Apply topically to wart.
Pleurisy
Potential oils: thyme, Cypress, melissaHow to use: massage a few drops onto neck and chest throughout day.
PMS
Potential oils: Bergamot, Chamomile, Clary sageHow to use: Add to a warm bath, or diffuse into the air and inhale.
Pneumonia
Potential oils: Breathe, on Guard, thymeHow to use: Apply a few drops to chest and neck a few times daily; gargle hourly throughout the day.
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Poison Ivy
Potential oils: lavender, eucalyptus, lemongrassHow to use: Apply topically to affected area several times daily.
Polyps
Potential oils: peppermint, frankincense, sandalwoodHow to use: take a few drops internally in a capsule or apply to lower abdomen 2-3 times daily.
Postpartum Depression
Potential oils: Bergamot, lavenderHow to use: diffuse into air and inhale daily or apply topically to temples and back of neck.
Prostatitis
Potential oils: thyme, peppermint, CypressHow to use: take a few drops in a capsule or dilute and apply between rectum and scrotum daily.
Psoriasis
Potential oils: roman Chamomile, melaleuca, helichrysumHow to use: Apply topically to affected area a couple times daily or take internally in a capsule.
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Radiation Damage
Potential oils: peppermint, sandalwood, melaleucaHow to use: Apply a few drops to affected area a few times daily.
Rash
Potential oils: lemongrass, eucalyptus, myrrhHow to use: Apply to affected area throughout the day.
Restlessness
Potential oils: serenity, lavender, Ylang YlangHow to use: diffuse into air and inhale or apply a few drops to bottoms of feet and back of neck as needed.
Restless Leg
Potential oils: Basil, roman Chamomile, oreganoHow to use: Apply to legs. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid such as soy or rice milk.
Rhinitis
Potential oils: Basil, eucalyptus, melaleucaHow to use: diffuse and inhale several times daily.
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Ringworm
Potential oils: oregano, melaleuca, thymeHow to use: Apply to affected area several times daily.
Scabies
Potential oils: peppermint, eucalyptus, GingerHow to use: dilute and apply topically to affected area several times throughout the day.
Scars
Potential oils: helichrysum, lavender, frankincenseHow to use: Apply a few drops to wound daily until healed properly.
Sciatica
Potential oils: helichrysum, lavender, frankincenseHow to use: Apply to affected aread a couple times daily.
Scleroderma
Potential oils: frankincense, roman Chamomile, lavenderHow to use: Apply a few drops to affected area throughout day.
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Shingles
Potential oils: melaleuca, oregano, sandalwoodHow to use: Apply to area a few times a day, on back of neck or along spine.
Shock
Potential oils: helichrysum, peppermint, melaleucaHow to use: diffuse into the air or apply a few drops directly to temples or under nose.
Sinus Headache
Potential oils: rosemary, melaleuca, eucalyptusHow to use: diffuse into the air and inhale several times daily.
Sinusitis (sinus congestion/inflammation)
Potential oils: rosemary, BreatheHow to use: for aromatic use. diffuse, apply topically on chest over lungs and throat, put on pillow at night.
Skin Ulcers
Potential oils: lavender, myrrh, helichrysumHow to use: massage a few drops into affected area 2-3 times a day; dilute as necessary.
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Sore Throat
Potential oils: on Guard, lemon, melaleucaHow to use: Gargle a few drops mixed with water throughout the day.
Sprains
Potential oils: deep Blue, Wintergreen, lemongrassHow to use: for aromatic use. Apply on location for muscles, neck and feet. Add to bath water.
Staph Infection
Potential oils: oregano, melaleuca, thymeHow to use: Apply a few drops to bottoms of feet several times a day.
Stomachache
Potential oils: digestZen, peppermint, GingerHow to use: for dietary or topical use. When using as a supplement, dilute one drop in 4 fl. oz. of liquid, such as goat’s or rice milk.
Stress
Potential oils: elevation, Basil, lavenderHow to use: diffuse or apply over the heart, on the wrists, behind the ears, on the neck and on the face.
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Stretch Marks
Potential oils: helichrysum, Cypress, myrrhHow to use: Apply a few drops to affected areas a few times daily.
Sunburn
Potential oils: lavender, myrtle, helichrysumHow to use: use slightly diluted; apply topically.
Teeth Grinding
Potential oils: lavender, serenityHow to use: diffuse into the air before going to sleep.
Teething Pain
Potential oils: Clove, Wintergreen, roman ChamomileHow to use: Apply a drop to the affected tooth/gum.
Tendinitis
Potential oils: Basil, lemongrass, marjoramHow to use: massage into affected area.
Tension Headache
Potential oils: peppermint, lavender, marjoramHow to use: Apply to forehead, temples, back of neck and behind the ears.
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Thrush
Potential oils: Cinnamon, Clove, melaleucaHow to use: Gargle throughout the day; apply to bottoms of feet; take internally in capsule form.
Tinnitis
Potential oils: helichrysum, Geranium, peppermintHow to use: massage a few drops on forehead and temples; also apply to back of neck and behind ears.
Tonsilitis
Potential oils: melaleuca, oreganoHow to use: Gargle throughout the day; take in capsule form; apply to throat and chest.
Toothache
Potential oils: Clove, melaleucaHow to use: Apply to gums near affected tooth; gargle in a water mix.
Toxemia
Potenial oils: Cypress, Clove, Aromatouch BlendHow to use: ingest a few drops in capsule form or apply to bottoms of feet.
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Throat Infection (Streptococcus)
Potential oils: Angelica, lemonHow to use: diffuse or apply to palms of hands, cup hands over nose and mouth, and inhale deeply.
Tuberculosis
Potential oils: Breathe, Cypress, CinnamonHow to use: diffuse into the air and inhale during the day and night.
Ulcers
Potential oils: Geranium, peppermint, CinnamonHow to use: take in capsule form or mix with water and drink throughout the day.
Urinary Infection
Potential oils: Bergamot, Cypress, rosewoodHow to use: Add approximately 1/2 oz. to bath water or sitz bath.
Vaginal Infection
Potential oils: rosemary, Cinnamon, eucalyptusHow to use: Apply a few drops to tampon and insert nightly for about a week or as needed.
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Varicose Veins
Potential oils: Cypress, helichrysm, lemongrassHow to use: Apply to affected area multiple times daily.
Vertigo
Potential oils: Ginger, helichrysum, GeraniumHow to use: massage a few drops on top of and behind ears until symptoms lessen.
Vomiting
Potential oils: digestZen, Ginger, peppermintHow to use: diffuse into air; inhale or apply to stomach area.
Warts
Potential oils: oregano, melaleucaHow to use: Apply topically to wart several times a day.
Whiplash
Potential oils: deep Blue, lemongrass, marjoramHow to use: Apply a couple drops to neck, shoulders and back several times a day.
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Worms
Potential oils: digestZen, lavender, rosemaryHow to use: Apply topically to stomach area and to bottoms of feet.
Wounds
Potential oils: purify, Bergamot, lavenderHow to use: diffuse daily in home; or apply to bottoms of feet.
Wrinkles
Potential oils: frankincense, helichrysum, immortelle BlendHow to use: dilute a few drops with carrier oil and apply to affected areas daily.