If you’re looking to start a journey with essential oils, even if you’ve read my introduction on how to use them, you could be feeling a little overwhelmed. There are countless essential oils out there, not to mention a ton of different mixtures. With so many options, how do you know where to start?
Today I’d like to give you guys a basic for building your essential oil starter kit. I’m a sucker for all-natural remedies, and these 8 oils will help benefit your body and mind without taking a trip to the drug store.
1) Lavender – My favorite!
- Reduces anxiety
- Helps you stay asleep
- Helps alleviate headaches
- Improves complexion— acne, eczema, and psoriasis
2) Peppermint
- Relieves headaches and migraines
- Aids digestion / helps stomach aches
- Sharpens focus / boosts energy
- Clears respiratory tract and sinuses
- Relieves sore muscles
- Curbs hunger
- Reduces fever
- Relieves sunburn pain
3) Frankincense
- Reduces anxiety and stress
- Antiseptic household cleaner
- Antiseptic hygiene product
- Reduces scarring
- Relieves coughs and clears respiratory tract
- Eases digestion
- Balances hormone levels
4) Tea Tree
- Heals fungal infections
- Fights acne and cold sores
- Treats head lice or a dry scalp
- Relieves bug bite and sunburn pain
- Insect repellent
- Antimicrobial household cleaner
- Kills mold
- Natural deodorant
5) Lemon
- Natural disinfectant
- Get rid of sticky residues
- Boosts metabolism
- Immune booster
- Fights depression / lifts mood
- Relives nausea and vomiting
- Improve complexion / reduce acne
6) Eucalyptus
- Treats colds / clears sinuses
- Antimicrobial household cleaner
- Natural deodorant
- Treats wounds, burns, sores, etc
- Natural pain reliever
- Kills mold
7) Chamomile
- Helps anxiety / depression
- Helps alleviate PMS symptoms
- Reduces insomnia— helps you fall and stay asleep
- Aids with digestion
- Relieves dry skin, bruises, rashes, etc
- Relieves allergies
8) Grapefruit
- Promotes weight loss
- Antibacterial household cleaner— great for the kitchen
- Reduces stress
- Alleviates hangover and withdrawal symptoms
- Natural deodorant
- Aids digestion and detoxes
- Improves circulation
- Boosts mood and energy
These 8 essential oils should give you an awesome start to your collection! Keep in mind that there are four ways to use these oils to get their benefits; you can smell them (good for quick mood boosts, curbing your appetite, or increasing energy), use them topically (good for sore muscles, treating wounds and headaches, or relieving dry skin), eat them (good for aiding digestion or boosting your immune system), or diffuse them (good for helping you fall asleep, reducing stress, or reliving coughs).
Did I miss one of your favorite essential oils? Share with me in the comments! 🙂
This article is intended for education and entertainment. Consult a doctor before consuming herbal supplements. Some medications or conditions can have adverse effects. Do your research and be responsible.
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