100+ Uses for the top 10.

30 Jan

But what will I use them for?

More like, what WON’T you use them for. There are literally thousands of uses for these incredible little bottles of plant magic. you just have to get them in your home and try them.

Let’s jump right in to 100 (plus 40 more!) different uses for these incredible oils:

Lemon.

Lemon is super versatile and has multiple benefits and uses. It has a high limonene content and has purifying and cleansing properties.

Remove sticky residue by adding a drop of lemon and rubbing away.
Diffuse lemon, lavender, and peppermint for seasonal relief.
Add a few drops of lemon to the washing machine after it is filled to help with musty smelling laundry.
Put a drop of lemon on a cotton ball or small piece of paper towel and add it to the bottom of the rubbish bin to keep it smelling fresh.
Add 5 drops of lemon to a spray bottle, a teaspoon of cornstarch and top off with vinegar for a natural glass cleaner.
Add 10 drops of lemon to a spray bottle filled with half filtered water and half vinegar and 2 tbsp of On Guard Cleaner Concentrate for a natural surface cleaner.
Freshen and neutralize the air by diffusing lemon by itself.
Add a drop of lemon to your soap when washing dishes which will help cut grease.
Make a natural produce wash. Mix together a cup of vinegar, 1/4 cup of baking soda, and 2 drops of lemon in a clean sink or bowl and allow produce to soak before rinsing well.
Add 20 drops of lemon to a spray bottle filled with half filtered water and half vinegar and 2 tbsp of On Guard Cleaner Concentrate for a simple stain remover spray.

Lavender.

Lavender is another essential oil staple due to its versatility. Its calming and relaxing aroma promotes a peaceful environment. One of lavenders main constituents is linalool which possesses cleansing properties, promotes feelings of calmness and relaxation.

Make a DIY Linen Spray to support restful sleep (20 drops lavender, dash of witch hazel + filtered water)
Dilute a drop of lavender with coconut oil and apply to any skin irritations to help reduce swelling and redness. Expect relief from sun burns, razor burn, and more.
Soothe itchy bug bites with lavender diluted in a carrier oil.
If you burn yourself in the kitchen or using hot tools, lavender will be your best friend. Apply directly to help reduce redness and support pain management.
Add 10-20 drops of lavender to a 10ml roller bottle and dilute with carrier oil. Roll down the spine or along the bottoms of feet to support a deep nights sleep.
Add 2 drops of lavender to a cup of epsom salts and add to a warm bath which helps to promote relaxation.
Add 2 drops to wool dryer balls and then transfer your laundry to the dryer for a waste and toxin free alternative to dryer sheets.
Diffuse lavender by itself to ease anxious or stressful feelings.
Add 10 drops of lavender to a 10 ml roller bottle with 10 drops each of lemon and peppermint. Dilute with carrier oil and rub on the bottom of feet for season relief on the go.
Add a drop of lavender to a small amount of carrier oil and rub behind the ears when experiencing earaches.

Peppermint.

The high menthol content of dōTERRA’s peppermint essential oil is what really sets it apart from other products. Peppermint helps to alleviate stomach upset and promotes healthy respiratory function.

Cool down on a hot day by adding 10 drops to a 30ml spray bottle and top off with water.
Dilute a drop in coconut oil and massage into the stomach to soothe digestive discomfort.
Add a drop to your hands, then massage together, and inhale deeply for a quick pick me up.
Dilute a drop in carrier oil and massage into skin for relief from occasional muscle or joint pain.
Dilute a drop in carrier oil and massage into the back of the neck for relief from fever or hot flashes.
Add a drop to your favourite brownie or hot chocolate recipe.
Add a drop to a tube of your favourite lip gloss for natural plumping and a fresh scent.
Diffuse peppermint alone to promote focus and concentration on the task at hand.
Apply peppermint to the chest, bottoms of feet, or the bridge of nose for respiratory support.
Use peppermint as a natural bug repellant. Add 10 drops to a 30 ml spray bottle then top off with filtered water. Spray along windows and door ways to keep spiders, ants, and more away.

Eucalyptus.

Derived from the leaf of a tall evergreen tree, Eucalyptus oil offers many topical and aromatic benefits. Because the main chemical components of Eucalyptus oil are eucalyptol and alpha-terpineol, this essential oil has a soothing, cooling vapor. These effects make Eucalyptus ideal for a soothing massage. The benefits of Eucalyptus can be easily obtained through inhaling and diffusing. Aromatically, the compounds of Eucalyptus oil can promote feelings of a clear mind and relaxation.

Diffuse eucalyptus anytime you need to get rid of stinky smells in the house and replace it with this lovely, refreshing scent.
Add a few drops to your laundry detergent to give your clothes a refreshing scent.
Inhale eucalyptus oil to enhance mental focus and clarity.
Spray diluted eucalyptus oil on your linens and pillows for a refreshing aroma.
Infuse homemade candles with eucalyptus oil for a soothing scent.
Create your own low-tox vapour rub by mixing eucalyptus oil with coconut oil. No nasty petroleum needed!
Add a drop or two to your shampoo for a refreshing scalp and hair treatment.
Add 10 drops to your home made DIY cleaning spray for an extra boost.
Use eucalyptus oil in a DIY spray to repel insects during outdoor activities, or create small sachets with dried herbs and eucalyptus oil to repel insects in your closet.
Add a few drops to some epsom salts and add to your bath for a calming soak.

Frankincense.

Frankincense is referred to as “the king of oils”, and for good reason! It is rich in monoterpenes which give it a wide variety of benefits. Frankincense is known to support healthy cellular, immune, nervous, and digestive function. Its soothing and beautifying properties are well known for calming imperfections and rejuvenating the skin. Frankincense has been researched on its effect on brain tumours. A powerful oil that everyone should have in their home. Consider frankincense the swiss army knife of essential oils.

Add a drop of frankincense to your hands, massage together, and rub over the heart. Frankincense is great for promoting positive mood and lessening anxious feelings.
Apply to scars to reduce scar tissue and promote cellular regeneration.
Add 5 drops each frankincense, peppermint, and lavender to a 30 ml spray bottle. Top off with filtered water and use as a soothing after sun spray.
Add 5 drops each frankincense, tea tree, and lavender for a 10 ml spray bottle and top off with carrier oil. Apply to cuts, scrapes, and bruises to promote healing.
Massage a drop of frankincense into the bottom of feet for immune support.
Mix a drop of frankincense into your face moisturizer to promote youthful, radiant skin. It will also help to reduce the appearance of blemishes and rejuvenate the skin.
Frankincense can be helpful in reducing head tension. Apply a drop to the a finger and press into the roof of the mouth. Alternatively, massage into the temples, back of neck, and forehead.
Massage a drop of frankincense into the chest for respiratory support.
Frankincense can help to soothe agitated muscles and tissues.
Frankincense is a powerhouse oil. It can help to boost the power of other essential oils. Add frankincense into your other oil blends!

Tea Tree.

Tea Tree, also known as Melaleuca, has cleansing and purifying properties. It can be used on minor skin irritations to help soothe and promote healing. It can also promote good immune function.

Add a drop of tea tree to your facial cleanser to boost its power. Tea tree oil has long been used to address skin issues.
Mix a couple of drops with 2 tablespoons of epsom salts. Add to a foot bath with a splash of apple cider vinegar to help fight fungal infections.
Diffuse alone to help purify and cleanse the air of your home.
Add 10 drops to a 10ml roller bottle and dilute with carrier oil. Apply topically as a spot treatment for breakouts.
Make a cleaning paste for the sink, bathtub, stove top, or oven with 1/2 cup of baking soda, 1 tablespoon of castile soap, and 5 drops of tea tree oil.
Add a few drops of tea tree to your hair brush or shampoo and conditioner to keep lice away.
Put 1-2 drops on the inside of the toilet paper roll in the bathroom to keep it smelling fresh.
Make a homemade deodorant with baking soda, arrowroot powder, coconut oil, and tea tree oil. Tea tree oil is a natural anti-fungal and antimicrobial.
Make a DIY countertop cleaner in a spray bottle with 15 drops tea tree oil, 1 cup vinegar, and 1 cup filtered water.
Add 2 drops of tea tree oil to a tablespoon of castile soap and warm water. First soak your makeup brushes and then wash clean. The anti-fungal and antimicrobial properties will help to keep your brushes clean and your skin clear.

On Guard.

On Guard is a blend specifically designed by dōTERRA to protect against seasonal and environmental threats. The essential oils in this blend are known for their positive impact on immune function. When diffused, On Guard helps to purify the air and supports respiratory function.

Diffuse to support the immune system when seasonal threats are present.
Add 10 drops to a spray bottle with half vinegar and half filtered water for a natural, immune supportive surface cleaner.
Add 10 drops to a roller bottle and dilute with carrier oil and roll on the bottoms of feet for immune support.
Make a homemade hand cleansing spray by adding 10 drops of on guard to a 30 ml spray bottle with 1/2 tsp of fractionated coconut oil. Top off with half filtered water and half isopropyl alcohol.
Add a drop of on guard to an ounce of filtered water and gargle to support dental health.
When mopping or steam cleaning floors, add a few drops to the mop water or the mopping pad.
Make a homemade immune supporting foaming hand soap. Fill a foaming hand soap container 1/3 way full with castile soap, add 10 drops of on guard, and top off with filtered water. Shake well.
Open a bottle of on guard and place on your cutting board before you begin to cut onions. You will be blown away by how well this helps keep the tears at bay!
Keep pests away from your household plants. Simply add 10 drops of on guard to a 500 ml spray bottle and top off with filtered water. Spritz occasionally.
Add a drop to your laundry detergent before a load to boost cleansing powers and leave your laundry smelling great.

Easy Air.

Easy Air, also known as Breathe, is a blend of essential oils for respiratory support. It helps to support respiratory function when season threats are high and helps to soothe the airways and promote clear breathing.

Diffuse during times of seasonal respiratory discomfort for a more restful sleep.
Add a drop to a bowl of hot water, place a towel over your head and inhale for respiratory support and to reduce the effects of seasonal threats.
Rub a drop of easy air over your chest before working out to help open airways.
Use to make an epsom salt fabric softener for cozy and invigorating scented laundry without the synthetic fragrance.
Make homemade shower melts. Mix together 1 cup of baking soda, 1/4 cup of filtered water, and 10 drops of easy air. Form into small discs. Place at the bottom of the shower for an invigorating experience that helps open up the airways.
Add 10 drops of easy air to a 10ml roller bottle and top off with carrier oil. Rub into the bridge of the nose to help reduce congestion.
Add a few drops to a cotton ball and place near the air vents in your car to freshen stale air.
Diffuse together a drop each of easy air, lemon, lavender, and peppermint to support your body in the presence of allergens.
Add a drop to a warm wash cloth to use as a hot compress.
Inhale deeply from the bottle during times of emotional stress.

ZenGest.

ZenGest, also known as DigestZen, is known as dōTERRA’s “tummy tamer” blend because of its ability to aid in digestion, soothe stomach upset, and support digestive health as a whole. This powerful blend can be used to ease stomach discomfort, motion sickness, and indigestion. It is also supportive of a healthy gastrointestinal tract.

Digestive discomfort or tummy aches? Take a drop of zengest in carrier oil and massage onto your stomach.
Feeling queasy? Breathe zengest in deeply when experiencing motion sickness or nausea.
Ate too much or something that didn’t sit well? Rub a drop of zengest into the abdomen.
Add 10 drops of zengest to a 10 ml roller bottle and top off with carrier oil. Roll onto stomach and lower back if experiencing gas or bloating.
Massage a drop into the bottoms of feet to ease feelings of nervousness.
Zengest can be rubbed along the bridge of the nose when experiencing congestion.
Massage a drop of zengest into the big toe to support respiratory health.
Add a drop to a veggie cap and swallow with water for digestive support.
Massage a drop into your temples to reduce tension.
Add a drop of zengest to a small glass of water and drink 30 minutes before meal time to promote health digestion.

Balance.

Created with the purpose of grounding emotions, Balance is formulated with emotionally beneficial essential oils that work together to create a sense of calmness and well-being. Balance has a variety of uses and benefits that can be obtained both aromatically and topically. When applied to the skin or diffused, Balance can ease anxious feelings and create a soothing and calming environment—encouraging strong relaxation.

Begin your day by putting balance on the bottom of your feet.
Help your body relax by focusing on your emotions first. Help ground your emotions so that your whole body can feel completely at ease when you need it most. This emotionally balancing blend is a great oil to use during meditation or yoga practices.
After you wake up, apply one to two drops of Balance to the bottom of your feet. This will help promote feelings of calmness and tranquillity throughout the day. Balance can also be applied to your feet throughout the day to help lessen feelings of stress.
For an emotionally grounding experience in a short amount of time, apply one or two drops of Balance to your hands and cup them over your nose, breathing in deeply.
Diffuse in your car during road trips for a calm atmosphere.
Apply to your wrists and neck to help ease anxious feelings when they arise.
Apply to the bottoms of your feet for a peaceful and restful night’s sleep.
Add a couple drops with some epsom salts to your bath water for a relaxing and tranquil bath.
Apply balance to your wrists or diffuse it in your yoga or meditation space to enhance the calming and grounding effects of your practice.
Diffuse or apply topically to help calm hyperactive children or to manage restlessness.

Aaaaaand 40 more ideas, just for fun.

Acne face wash: To get rid of acne, make a homemade face wash by mixing Tea Tree oil with raw honey and rub on your face. Then rinse off with water.
Blistered skin healer: Mixing two drops of Tea Tree with some coconut oil makes for a skin-healing ointment. Apply to the blistered area up to five times per day.
Body butter: Mix coconut oil, shea butter, jojoba and essential oils like Lavender and Frankincense for moisturizing body lotion.
Bruise healer: Use essential oils as a hot compress to treat bruises or other wounds. Add five drops of lavender and five drops of Frankincense oil to half a cup of hot water and soak. Apply to affected area.
Dandruff remover: Mix five drops Lavender, Peppermint and Tea Tree with three tablespoons of an unscented carrier oil such as jojoba oil. Massage into your scalp and leave on for 10 minutes. Shampoo mixture out.
Deodorant for women: Combining coconut oil, beeswax and your favourite oils such as Lavender and Tea Tree oil makes for a perfect female deodorant.
Detox bath: Mix Lavender oil, Epsom salts and sea salt into a warm bath to cleanse and rejuvenate the body.
Eczema/psoriasis cream: To treat eczema, psoriasis or red dry skin, apply a mixture of Frankincense and Lavender essential oil with shea butter.
Facial scrub: Mix one-quarter cup yogurt, one-quarter cup bicarb, and five drops of Lavender, Lemon and Tea Tree. Apply to face and wash off.
Facial sugar scrub: Mix a few drops of Tea Tree essential oil with jojoba oil and raw sugar to make your own sugar scrub.
Foot bath: Add a few drops of Lemon and Balance to a large bowl of warm water with half a cup of epsom salts to help soothe the feet.
Lip balm: Combine coconut oil, beeswax and Balance oil for an amazing healing balm for chapped lips.
Nail strengthener: Mix 10 drops of Frankincense and Lemon oils into a tablespoon of vitamin E oil, then rub on cuticles.
Sauna therapy: Add two drops of your Easy Air or Eucalyptus essential oil into two cups of water in a sauna.
Skin toner: Mix a quarter cup of rose water with two drops of Lavender and Frankincense oils.
Stretch mark reducer: Mix five drops of Frankincense, Balance and Lavender with coconut oil and apply to stretch marks.
Sunscreen: Mix coconut oil, zinc oxide, shea butter and Lavender, then store in a squeeze bottle to make homemade toxic-free sunscreen.
Allergy fighter: Rub Lemon, Peppermint and Lavender oils on your palms and inhale deeply to relieve itchy eyes and throat.
Anxiety reducer: Diffuse Frankincense and Balance around your home to reduce feelings of stress and tension.
Asthma remedy: Make a homemade Vapour Rub using Easy Air and Eucalyptus and coconut oil. Rub on your chest and neck.
Cold reliever: Take three drops of oil of On Guard and Frankincense oils three times daily for one week.
Fever reducer: Add 1–3 drops of Peppermint and Lavender oils to a cool cloth and sponge the body.
Migraine/headache reliever: Try combining a few drops of Lavender oil and Peppermint oil and apply to temples to help with headaches and migraines.
Nausea reliever: Breathe in Peppermint through your nose to get rid of nausea, plus apply to your neck and upper chest. ZenGest and Lavender may help, too.
Poison ivy/poison oak remedy: Mix three drops of Peppermint oil with carrier oil and apply to affected area.
Ringworm remedy: Combine three drops of Tea Tree oil with coconut oil and massage over the affected area twice a day.
Sleep aid: Lavender oil can alleviate insomnia. Add a few drops onto the corner of your pillow to help you fall asleep.
Spiritual enlightenment: Diffuse Frankincense essential oil while praying, meditating or reading to increase spiritual awareness.
Teeth grinding stopper: Massage 1–3 drops of Lavender on the bottom of the feet and behind ears before bed.
Workout energizer: Inhale Peppermint or Easy Air before a workout to reduce fatigue.
Air cleaner: Diffuse On Guard essential oil in the air and enjoy its antimicrobial properties.
Bathroom freshener: Put a cotton ball soaked in Eucalyptus or Lemon oil behind the toilet for a bathroom refresher.
Bathtub scrub: Mix one-half cup of bicarbonate soda, one-half cup of filtered water and five drops of Tea Tree, Lemon and On Guard oil. Use as a scrub for a sink or bathtub.
Carpet cleaner: Mix 20 drops of Tea tTree with sodium bicarbonate for homemade carpet powder.
Dishwasher rinse aid: Add a few drops of Lemon oil to the dishwasher before washing for a spot-free rinse.
Produce washer: To clean fruit and vegetables, add two drops of Lemon oil and a sprinkle of bicarb to a large bowl of water, then wash.
Shoe smell eliminator: To remove the smell from shoes, add a few drops of Tea Tree oil and Lemon oil to freshen them up.
Vacuum cleaner freshener: Add 5–10 drops of Easy Air in your vacuum bag or dust container.
Lemon water: Use 2–3 drops of lemon essential oil in water for a delicious citrus flavour.
Mint tea: Use 1 drop of Peppermint essential oil in boiling water for a hint of mint.

Nicola Westwood https://www.gatekeepersheart.com