Here Are The Most Useful Ways To Use Essential Oils Every Day

Whether you’re just getting started with essential oils or have been using them for years, it’s a good idea to review the basics once in a while. So that’s what we’re doing in today’s post! Consider this your simple back-to-basics guide to the many ways using essential oils can improve your everyday life.

What Are Essential Oils?

Essential oils are extracted from plants or parts of plants through a distillation process. Distillation produces a highly concentrated oil that contains both the scent compounds and beneficial properties of that particular plant. In other words, the distilled oil contains the “essence” of the plant, hence the name “essential oils"!

All of the oils in my shop contain 100% pure, authentic, therapeutic-quality essential oil with no adulterants. They've been verified by GC-MS testing from an independent laboratory.

The use of essential oils to treat health conditions and promote wellness is not a new development. In fact, people have been using some form of essential oils for thousands of years!

How Do I Use Essential Oils?

Essential oils can be used in a variety of different ways, including treating physical ailments and promoting emotional well-being. Each individual oil has unique qualities and effects, and we’d be here all day if I tried to list them all!

Instead, we’ll focus on two of the most popular methods of using essential oils: aromatic use and topical application. Both methods are useful in their own ways, and between the two, I end up using essential oils almost every day!

Using Essential Oils Safely

While essential oils can have a lot of benefits, they can cause harm if used incorrectly. Here are a few guidelines that will help you use oils safely and effectively:

• I don't recommend applying essential oils directly to pets. Additionally, caution should be exercised when diffusing essential oils around them. Before incorporating essential oils into your pet-inclusive environment, please consult with your veterinarian
• Don’t use citrus oils on your skin before going out in the sun. These oils are photosensitive and can cause burns and other painful skin conditions.
• Pregnant women and children should exercise caution with essential oils. Check with your doctor prior to using any essential oils. 
  
• Always store oils in a cool, dark place to ensure they last as long as possible.

Using Essential Oils Aromatically

Using a diffuser is a great way to enjoy the benefits of essential oils. When you add essential oils to water in a diffuser, it produces a fine mist that carries the oil into the air. All you have to do is breathe normally, and you’ll inhale the oils and experience their benefits!

Read More: The Most Frugal, Low-Tech Way To Diffuse Essential Oils

Here are a few things you can use a diffuser for:

Get Better Sleep – If you struggle with falling asleep like I do, diffusing essential oils can help! Set up your diffuser on your nightstand, and add a few drops of a relaxing oil (such as Slumber or lavender) to the water. You’ll be drifting off to sleep in no time!

"Love, love, love Slumber! I use a few drops from the bottle in my diffuser and put a swipe on each temple and the back of my neck from the roll-on. Then I climb into bed and try to read, but within minutes, I end up with the book falling on my face - because I'm out!"

BECKY H.

Clear Congestion and Soothe Inflammation - Diffusing essential oils just might be the solution to your allergy woes! Add a few drops of my All Clear blend to your diffuser to clear nasal congestion and soothe inflammation. It contains a blend of eucalyptus, peppermint, and tea tree.

"This really, truly works. If you have tried everything for allergies and yet still suffer, try this!"

CHRISTINA D.

Freshen Your Home - Unpleasant odors have no chance against essential oils. I like to use my Simple Clean blend (with oils like lemon, cedarwood, and lemongrass) in my diffuser to eliminate odors and freshen the air. It leaves my home smelling clean and inviting.

“Simple clean is a very nice blend of essential oils. It has a clean and pleasant aroma. It is not overwhelming. I was surprised when my husband said he likes it too. Normally, scented things are too much, in his opinion. I use it in a cool mist diffuser.”

AMANDA F.

Strengthen Your Immunity - During cold and flu season, diffusing the right oils can help protect your health. Add a few drops of my Defend Blend to your diffuser to purify the air and bolster your immune system.

“I love this product! I have been diffusing Defend in my kitchen for over a year. My family of 6 made it through last school year with very little sickness. I work with preschoolers who love spreading germs and have stayed healthy. Highly recommend Defend!”

SUE H.

Using Essential Oils Topically

Another way you can enjoy the benefits of essential oils is by applying them topically to your skin. While some oils are safe to apply “neat,” or undiluted, it’s generally safer to dilute essential oils with a carrier oil before applying. (Your oils will also last a bit longer this way!)

As a general rule, aim to use 3-5 drops of essential oil per teaspoon of carrier oil.

Read More: 9 Practical Everyday Uses For Fractionated Coconut Oil

Here are a few ways to use oils topically:

Soothe A Headache – comfort is just a roll away with Complete Relief! This blend of marjoram, black pepper, basil, spike lavender, and copaiba essential oils melts away headache tension and ushers in tranquility. Packaged in a handy roll-on bottle and pre-diluted with fractionated coconut oil, it’s perfect for on-the-go relief.

“I have had headaches my whole life, including severe migraines and sinus headaches. I take the usual OTC pain killers, but they take forever to work. Out of desperation I decided to try Complete Relief. WOW! Within minutes my headaches are gone.”

ROSALYN G.

Relieve Aches & Pains - When you feel achy or sore, use the pre-diluted Restore roll-on to target discomfort at the source. This muscle-soothing blend, featuring wintergreen, camphor, and blue tansy, provides cool and tingly relief right where you need it. The convenient roll-on bottle is perfect for on-the-go use, so you can treat your body to the TLC it deserves anytime, anywhere.

"This oil is everything that Jillee said! A couple of swipes where I was sore worked! The pain instantly stopped. I was always sore in this area. The pain was immense. This oil is gold! I love this oil and would gladly keep it in stock."

ANNIE C.

Ease Digestive Discomfort - When stomach troubles strike, reach for Tum Ease. Apply the pre-diluted roll-on blend to your abdomen to support digestion and settle queasiness. Keep it in your purse, backpack, or luggage for quick relief wherever you are.

"The Tum Ease works very well for indigestion. If my stomach is upset, I just rub a little Tum Ease on my abdomen and the indigestion is gone."

June

Calm Your Mind - When stress and worries are weighing you down, use Calm Mind to promote a peaceful state of mind. Swipe the pre-diluted roll-on blend on your wrists or temples for instant relaxation. Carry it with you for on-the-go stress relief.

“I bought calm mind for my granddaughter. She has a chronic medical problem and with that and the stress of going to college I hoped with all my heart she found some relief with the oil. She told me ‘Grammy it is really helping me!’ I am so happy for her!”

JEAN

More Ways To Use Essential Oils

Aside from aromatic and topical application, there are plenty of other useful ways to use essential oils!

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Here’s a quick list of some of my personal favorite uses:

Clean Your Whole House - Make your own all-purpose cleaning spray with Simple Clean blend. Its powerful mix of lemon, cedarwood, and lemongrass tackles stains and odors, leaving your home sparkling clean and smelling fresh.

Read More: How to Make a Homemade All-Purpose Cleaner

"Jillee's Simple Clean all-purpose cleaning spray recipe smells fantastic and cleans so well. The whole room is freshened up after just wiping down the kitchen counter. This has become my "go to" essential oil blend"

SANDRA

Naturally Scent Laundry – Add natural freshness to your laundry with lavender oil! Put several drops of lavender oil on a dryer ball or a clean cloth, then toss it into the dryer with your just-washed clothes.

"I use it on the dryer balls when I’m doing bed linens. It has a wonderful smell and is long lasting."

ROZELLACE

Remove Stains - Tough, set-in stains don’t stand a chance against lemon essential oil. Just a few drops on the stain before washing can work wonders, leaving your fabrics looking good as new.

"Love this product. I had an old stain on one of my shirts. I tried 3 different stain-removing products, but nothing worked. Jillee suggested treating the old stain with lemon oil and washing it immediately. It worked!"

ONA B.

Freshen Carpets – Add 3-4 drops of your favorite essential oil to a cotton ball and place it in your vacuum’s dust cup. As you clean, the airflow will naturally disperse the scent, simultaneously freshening your space as you tackle the chores!

I put a few drops [of lemon essential oil] on a cotton ball and place it in the vacuum's dust container. As I vacuum through the house, it leaves behind the fresh smell of real lemons! A big improvement over dog hair & dust smells!

DIANNE

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