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Essential Oils 101: A Crash Course for New Users


The Basics – What are Essential Oils?


Essential Oils come from natural aromatic compounds. They are extracted and distilled from plants to support emotional well-being and provide amazing health benefits.


Fan Favorites & Common Uses – What do I buy and how do I use it?

Thereare so many Essential Oils in the market and numerous manufacturers. The most important element to consider is the process in which the oils are obtained and sold to you. Questions to consider when adopting an oils brand is how they are harvest, pressed and distilled. After adding oils to your everyday life, you’ll find favorites in no time! Here are a few of the fan favorites here at AOEO with tips on how to use them.


Wake Me Up - In the morning, rub 1 drop of Peppermint essential oil on the bottom of each foot to help you get up and go!

Sleep Well - Diffuse Lavender, Cedarwood or Roman Chamomile essential oils to promote better, deeper sleep.

Energize - Diffuse Lemon and Lime essential oils for an energizing spark.

Flavor Enhancer - Add 1 drop of Peppermint, Lemon or Orange essential oils to your water for a refreshing treat.

Room Spray- Add 10-15 drops of your favorite essential oil to a 30ml spray bottle. Fill with water, add a spray top and shake well before each use.


Early Application – Which way do I use my oils?

Internally

Only essential oils marked as a supplement, with corresponding supplement facts, are to be used internally for dietary purposes. They can be consumed in food, beverages or added to vegetable capsules and swallowed.


Topically

This means to apply the essential oils to your skin. Dilute them with a carrier oil such as Jojoba, Apricot, Avocado, Almond or Coconut. This can be done within custom roller blends or when applying a single oil to skin. Apply the oils to the bottom of your feet, back, neck, wrists, temples or areas of concern.

· Supports the immune system

· Soothes skin irritations

· Eases sore and achy muscles

· Reduces joint pain and discomfort


Aromatically

This is one of the quickest and easiest ways to enjoy essential oils. Breathe in the essential oils to reap their benefits.


· Add oil(s) to a diffuser and add water

· Inhale directly from bottle

· Use an Aroma Inhaler

· Put 1 drop on your palm, rub hands together, cup your hands and take a deep breath

· Add 1 drop of oil to a Kleenex and inhale or use to blow your nose

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