Cedarwood

According to Jenny Hill at "ahealthyandnaturalworld.com:"

Cedarwood is an essential oil that is extremely versatile, it can be used to heal the body, as well as provide emotional balance. The oil is derived from the bark of a number of trees from the same family, including the Virginian, Red, Eastern Red and Southern Red Cedar through a process known as steam distillation. These trees are native to North America, especially cold climates and high altitude areas, and can grow to reach heights over 100 ft. These evergreen trees have been known to age up to 1,000 years and feature needle-like leaves.

The Cedar is the same tree that was used by Solomon to build the Temple of Jerusalem, and the oil derived from cedar wood has been used for centuries by the Egyptians and Native Americans for both cosmetic and medical benefits. The oil gives off a sweet, deep woody scent that has been widely used in incense, perfumes and colognes.

Uses for Cedarwood Essential Oil

The oil derived from cedar trees is so useful because it contains various components that may contribute to an individual’s health. These natural ingredients such as alpha-cedrene, beta cedrene and cedrol, as well as several sesquiterpenes, may be used in the treatment of a variety of health conditions that affect the mind and body.

Skin and Hair Benefits

This essential oil can be used in a number of ways to benefit the skin. It can relieve itching, eczema, psoriasis, treat acne and cure oily skin issues. The oil can also be used to treat dandruff and greasy hair that tends to look dull and lifeless.

For rashes, irritated skin or fungal infections rub a few drops of the essential oil mixed with a tablespoon of carrier oil (such as sweet almond, jojoba, avocado oil, coconut oil) into the affected area every few hours. Don’t use cedarwood oil if you have any broken skin and don’t apply it to a rash that is open or oozing.

If you have oily skin you can use it as a cleanser and toner. Blend a few drops of the essential oil with an ordinary unscented cleanser, mild liquid soap or tissue-off lotion/cream and to rebalance the skin. For acne add a few drops to a quality moisturizer and put on at night before you go to bed. You can find more information in my article How to Use Essential Oils for Healthy Skin.

To control greasy hair or dandruff add 10 drops of essential oil for every eight ounces of shampoo in the bottle. Then shake the shampoo bottle to distribute the cedarwood oil thoroughly. Rub the cedarwood shampoo into your scalp and hair and let sit for 3-5 minutes. This process may also be used to stimulate hair follicles, and increase circulation of the scalp in order to prevent hair loss. Then rinse with water. You can find more information in my article How to Use Essential Oils for Healthy Hair.

Relieves stress

Cedarwood oil also has a calming and soothing effect on the mind and body. It can help to relieve stress caused by anxiety. It is often used in aromatherapy treatments as it provides a soothing and relaxing effect that can help an individual unwind after a long, stressful day.

Use a few drops of the oil in your hands (or a piece of cloth), and then place your hands over your nose and breathe deeply for at least thirty seconds. The aromatic scent will instantly trigger the endorphins in your brain and calm you down.

You can also use several drops of the essential oil in a diffuser (like this one or like this one) – the pleasant, aromatic scent is ideal for use as a natural deodorizer, and will help to create a warm, relaxing  and inviting atmosphere.

Pain Relief

Cedarwood essential oil has also been known to alleviate pain and stiffness association with arthritis and and other muscle and joint conditions. Use about 10 drops of essential oil per 1 ounce of carrier oil and massage this oil blend into any body part where your muscles are sore (also read my article about The Top 16 Essential Oils to Relieve Pain and Inflammation).

You can also use it as a bath soak to soothe tired, aching muscles. Put a few drops of essential oil in a hot bath (you can also add 2-3 cups of Epsom salt to enhance the effect). It’s a good idea to mix the essential oil drops in a small amount of carrier oil first and then add to the bath.

Chest Infections

Cedarwood oil can help to remove phlegm from the lungs and respiratory tract. Asthma, bronchitis and congestion sufferers can use 2 to 3 drops of oil in a steam inhalation for instant relief. You can also rub two drops of diluted oil onto your throat and chest area before bedtime for relief. For more natural remedies, read my post about the best home remedies for chest congestion.

Regulates Menstruation

If you have irregular menstruation you can benefit from using cedarwood oil, as it regulates the monthly period and stimulated the blood flow in the pelvic regions. It also helps with the side effects like pain, nausea, fatigue, and mood swings associated with menstruation. Apply 1-2 drops of the essential oil mixed with a tablespoon of carrier oil to the lower abdomen or the soles of the feet for hormone balancing and pain relief.

Diuretic Properties

Cedarwood oil is capable of increasing the frequency of urination which can help to remove harmful toxins, and excess water from the body. To use as a diuretic, rub two drops of oil into your hands and massage the bladder and kidney areas. For relief from urinary tract infections, cystitis or kidney disorders add 8 to 10 drops of oil to bath water.

Bug Repellent

Use cedarwood oil as a bug repellent by adding 2 to 3 drops to a diffuser, or using a few drops on cotton balls and placing them in highly infested areas. It is known to be highly effective in repelling mosquitoes, as well as a number of other insects.

Natural Air Freshener

Since cedarwood oil has a strong base note, it naturally eliminates / neutralizes all types of odors: pet, smoke, mildew, etc.It blends well with other oils to create a variety of scents. Try blending this oil in a diffuser with jasmine, rose, sandalwood, pine or lavender to create a customized aroma to freshen up the air in your home.

Precautions

Pregnant women should avoid using cedarwood oil. This essential oil could be an irritant for individuals with severe sensitive skin issues. It is best to do a patch test first before applying to problematic areas.

While some essential oils can be ingested or added to food, it is not safe to take cedarwood oil orally. Since it is such a strong oil, it could cause severe side effects such as vomiting, nausea, thirst or damage to the digestive system. It should not be used by individuals who have high blood pressure or certain heart conditions.

Got ADHD?

I've read a lot about ADHD and essential oils.  I've also read many testimonials about the effectiveness, but have not had any experience with it since I do not have ADHD.  This is what Brain Balanced Achievement Centers says about essential oils and ADHD:

Essential Oils for ADHD Children

Specific essential oils for concentration that are believed to help children with ADHD include:

• Roman chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile): soothes and comforts
• Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia): calms and reduces anxiety
• Mandarin (Citrus reticulata): quiets, especially when combined with lavender

Here are some other essential oils that have been used with some success:

• Ylang ylang (Cananga odorata): sedates and calms the emotions
• Vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides): calms, focuses the mind
• Frankincense (Boswellia frereana): supports the immune system
• Patchouli (Pogostemom cablin): soothes the nervous system

This is what Green living ladies.com says about essential oils and Hyperactivity, Focus and Attention:

Recommendations for Hyperactivity, Focus and Attention – Balance, clary sage, cedarwood, frankincense, lavender, rosemary, peppermint, lemon, Serenity, vetiver, ylang ylang and In Tune.

In Tune – This is a blend of essential oils carefully selected for their ability to enhance focus and support healthy thought processes.  

The oils amyris, patchouli, frankincense, lime, ylang ylang, sandalwood (Hawaiian) and Roman Chamomile were selected for their ability to enhance focus and support healthy thought processes. 

The technique for applying In Tune is to roll it up the spine and rub it on the triangle on two points at the base of the neck behind the ears, then massage it in. 

For Focus - Vetiver  Oil or Frankincense Oil carried with the child during the day can help them if they find themselves losing focus or needing to calm down.  Clay necklaces with the preferred oil or applying some oil to the area of the hand between the thumb and first finger allows an easy quick technique to inhale during a busy school day.

Vetiver – For improved concentration, apply vetiver to the feet, focusing on the big toe. You can also use a necklace with a pendant that will absorb the oil that can be smelled all day.

Roman chamomile and lavender can be used for hyperactivity. Diffuse the oil or apply it on the insides of the wrists or behind the ears.

Balance, Serenity, frankincense, lavender and ylang ylang –can all be used for frustration, impatience and anger.  Apply to feet, back of the neck, behind the knees and diffuse into the air.

Study -There was a case study published in the American Medical Association Journal by Dr. Terry Friedmann M.D. that found significant results when children who had previously been diagnosed with ADD/ADHD inhaled essential oils of vetiver, lavender and cedarwood.  

The inhalation of the oils proved to settle the children’s brain waves back into normal patterns and improved their scholastic performance and behavioral patterns. The final results were:

Lavender increased performance by 53%

Cedarwood increased performance by 83%

Vetiver increased performance by 100%

Memory/Concentration: The part of the brain responsible for interpreting aromas is closely tied to the part of the brain responsible for long term memory and emotions.  Studies have demonstrated the ability of essential oil aromas such as rosemary andpeppermint to help enhance memory and alertness in human trials.  

Try inhaling rosemary, peppermint, or frankincense when studying or learning; then inhale the same aroma when you need to recall the information.  Try diffusing lavender, lemon, or rosemary oils to help aid concentration. 

Why use essential oils?

Here's a clip from the news about the use of essential oils. A woman and her son are spotlighted.

http://www.khou.com/story/news/health/2014/07/29/12680906/

A blend for focus performance

Stacy, over at common scents mom.com said this about the parts of the blend: 

In the following study conducted in 2001 by Dr. Terry Friedman, several essential oils were used to determine their effectiveness for common behavioral challenge in children. Vetiver was found to be the most effective in observations and brain wave scans – showing improvements in 100% of subjects! Cedarwood essential oil was 83% effective, and lavender 53%.CASE STUDY DR. TERRY FRIEDMAN, M.D. This case study was conducted for two years, from 1999-2001. Using Children between the ages of 6 to 12 years. Twenty subjects [without diagnosed behavioral challenges] were used as the control group.

Twenty subjects with a [doctor] confirmed [behavioral challenge] of ADD/ADHD were used as the study group. Each group was pre-tested using a baseline evaluation with real time EEG and The T.O.V.A. Scale. The essential oils chosen for the case study were Lavender, Vetiver, Cedarwood and Brain Power (a blend of Frankincense, Sandalwood, Melissa, Cedarwood, Blue Cypress, Lavender and Helichrysum.) The oils were administered in this fashion: one of the oils were administered by inhalation 3 times a day for 30 days.An inhalation device was also used at night to administer a continuous inhalation of oil. The subject then inhaled when needed, about 3 times during the day when they began to feel “scattered”. The inhalation of the oils proved to settle the brainwaves back into normal patterns and improved their scholastic performance and behavioral patterns.

Each subject was tested on each oil for 30 days and then reevaluated by testing. Then another oil was used for 30 days and reevaluated, until each of the oils had been tested. Lastly, oil combinations were used, each for a 30 day period. (Brain Power with Lavender, with Cedarwood, and Vetiver.) The final results were: Lavender increased performance by 53%,  Cedarwood increased performance by 83% and Vetiver increased performance by 100%. This study was published in the American Medical Association Journal.

Cedarwood
One of the most ancient of all the essential oils, Cedarwood helps to oxygenates the brain, resulting in clarity of thought. This oil comes from the Cedar tree (see picture below) and stimulates limbic region of the brain which helps to balance emotions. It also stimulates the pinneal gland which helps regulate melatonin. Moreover, Cedarwood has a calming effect, especially when diffused into the air.
- See more at: http://www.phillipsessentials.com/2013/01/oils-to-help-reduce-add-and-adhd-symptoms/#sthash.H3SunJg0.dpuf

.

The Essential Oils Pocket Reference has this to say about using Cedarwood to help people with ADD and ADHD type symptoms:

Terry Friedmann, MD, found in clinical tests that this oil was able to successfully treat ADD and ADHD (attention deficit disorders) in children. It is recognized for its calming, purifying properties.

VetiverThis single oil is psychologically grounding, calming and stabilizing. It thus extremely helpful for centering and focusing.In 2001 Terry Friedmann, MD, completed pioneering studies using essential oils to combat ADD and ADHD. He was able to achieve clinically significant results in 60 days. Vetiver was one of the oils he used.

Lavender  

In research conducted in 2001 at Osaka Kyoiku university, lavender was found to increase alertness and reduce mental stress. It improves concentration and researchers have found that inhaling lavender increased beta waves in the brain, helping the brain to relax at the same time as improving cognitive performance.

Among the many benefits of Lavender is that it helps with calming and concentration.

This was another oil that Terry Friedmann, MD, found could reduce ADD and ADHD symptoms.

Cardamom

So many wonderful things I have read lately about cardamom!  It seems that this is the season for an oil of this nature, more so than any other season since it does so much for respiratory ailments.  it should also ease the gastro discomfort that comes with the consuming too many different foods and beverages at the holiday parties! 

Here's what doTerra has to say about it:

"A close relative to Ginger, Cardamom is known as being the most expensive cooking spice and for being beneficial to the digestive system in a variety of ways. Cardamom is commonly used to help reduce indigestion and nausea, and to soothe stomach discomfort and promote digestion. Its distinct scent can lessen motion sickness while promoting a positive mood. Cardamom has profound effects on the respiratory system due to its high 1,8-cineole content, which promotes clear breathing and respiratory health" 

Primary Benefits:•     Eases indigestion and maintains an optimal gastrointestinal balance•     Promotes clear breathing and respiratory health•     Calms stomach upset and uplifts mood•     Flavorful spice for cooking and baking 

Uses:Use internally as part of a daily health regimen to support healthy gastrointestinal function. 

Diffuse or apply topically to promote clear breathing. 

Add to bread, smoothies, meats, and salads to enhance food flavor and aid digestion. 

Diffuse or inhale to alleviate feelings of nausea or motion sickness 

How do you use essential oils?

Usually one of the first things I'm asked about essential oils, after the "What are they" question, is "How do you use them?"  Typically people think they are just for smelling.

Essential oils can be applied topically, inhaled, or ingested.  How an essential oil should be used depends on the goal of use, the properties of the oil, and safety concerns. Depending on the desired effect of the oil, many people use a combination of delivery methods.

Safety Issues. With all of these applications, it’s important to research into proper use for each essential oil, especially for children and pregnant and nursing mothers.  Not all oils will work for you, the way they work for someone else.  And, just like everything else you eat or ingest, make sure that they do not have a reaction to any type of medication you are taking.  Some oils should not be used with certain medications.  DO YOUR RESEARCH FIRST!  Some oils are considered "hot" which means they can irritate skin easily, so may need to be diluted, and should not be ingested.  

Topical Application. Essential oils can be applied to the skin, which is somewhat permeable, to be absorbed into the blood stream. Some areas of skin (under arms, head, palms, soles of feet, etc.) are more permeable than others. The most common place of application is the soles of the feet, however some oils used for stress and headaches are often applied to the head or neck.  Warming or massaging the skin may also increase absorbency.  However heating the oils is not recommended, as the oils do not keep their composition (remember learning in science class that heat is one way to chemically change a substance?  It's the same here.)  There are some who apply them in a certain manner, on the spine and feel that the order in which they are applied is important as well.  I've not yet dug into that research!  I apply Deep Blue directly to the spot that causes pain.  It gives a sensation, and smells, much like Ben Gay.  That's the wintergreen oil.

Essential oils are most often applied to the skin along with a carrier oil such as coconut or olive oil, or as an ingredient in lotions and other beauty products. Some essential oils can be applied to the skin neat (alone without a carrier oil), although there are some who feel that the oils should never be applied neat.  I am not one of them.  I apply my oils neat nearly all the time.

Inhalation. When essential oils are inhaled, or used aromatically, droplets of the oil are absorbed by the lungs. They can be inhaled by diffusing them in a special essential oil diffuser, a scent pod, humidifier, or simply by smelling the bottle of oil. many people just put a drop in their palm, rub their hands together and cup their hands over the nose and inhale.  That's what I do as well.  The effectiveness of each of these delivery methods varies. An essential oil diffuser is expensive but seems to be the best method of inhalation, as it does not heat the oil.

Ingestion. This is also a debated use of essential oils. Some argue that they should never be ingested while others ingest them all the time. The most important aspect of ingestion is to use only certified certified therapeutic grade oils, like the one that are sold by doTERRA.  and as always DO YOUR RESEARCH.. Some oils should never be ingested; even if they are made by doTERRA.

Does quality matter?

The quality of the oils used will impact their function and potency. Quality is indicated by how pure the oils are, grade and integrity.

None of these factors are defined or regulated by the government. In other words, if you see a purity/quality claim by a company, they get to define what that actually means and are not held accountable to an external standard. However, quality has a big impact on how much you pay and who you buy your oils from. 

Low quality oils are usually less expensive, have "fillers" and synthetic (chemical) components to them.  These types of oils are NOT oils you want to ingest.  They are NOT purely natural.  I only use doTERRA oils. Even though they may be a little more expensive, I know they are pure, and feel confident that I am getting the best quality I can get.

What oil should I use?

The Modern Essentials book, is a wonderful resource for oils.  You can look up by the oil, or by the ailment.  Since, you probably don't have a book, for your convenience, here's a list of ailments with correlating doTERRA essential oils and usage suggestions.  This list in certainly not exhaustive!   

Essential Oils A to Z

A
ABDOMINAL CRAMPS: DigestZen, Basil, Clary Sage. Usage: take internally in a capsule or apply topically to abdomen.
ACHES: Marjoram, Deep Blue, Birch. Usage: apply topically to affected area.
ACNE: Melaleuca, Lemongrass, Lavender. Usage: apply topically to affected areas daily.
ADD or ADHD: Serenity, Balance, Vetiver, Lavender.
ALLERGIES: Breathe, Lavender, Eucalyptus. Usage: apply topically to back of neck or under nose and on bridge of nose.
AMNESIA: Frankincense, Peppermint, Rosemary. Usage: apply topically to forehead, temples, base of skull and behind the ears.
or take internally in a capsule or diffuse into the air and inhale.
ANEMIA: Lemon, Lemongrass, Helichrysum. Usage: apply to bottom of feet or insides of wrists.
ANXIETY: Serenity, Lavender, Elevation. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or massage onto back, feet and hands.
APPETITE SUPPRESSANT: Grapefruit, Slim & Sassy. Usage: add to water and drink or diffuse into the air and inhale.
ARTHRITIC PAIN: Deep Blue, Frankincense, Lavender. Usage: apply topically to affected area.
ASTHMA: Breathe, Eucalyptus, Peppermint. Usage: diffuse into the air or apply to bottom of feet, or take internally in a capsule.
ATHEROSCLEROSIS: Lemon, Lavender, Rosemary. Usage: apply topically to affected area.
ATHLETE’S FOOT: Oregano, Melaleuca, Lemon. Usage: apply to area between toes and around toenails.
AUTISM: Balance, Vetiver, Frankincense. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale.

B
BACK PAIN: Deep Blue, Eucalyptus, Wintergreen. Usage: massage into back as needed.
BEE STING: Roman Chamomile, Lavender, Melaleuca. Usage: apply topically to sting or bite several times daily until symptoms cease.
BELL’S PALSY: Peppermint, Helichrysum, Rosemary. Usage: massage on front and behind ear and painful areas until symptoms subside.
BLEEDING: Helichrysum, Geranium. Usage: apply topically to affected area.
BLEEDING GUMS: Cinnamon, Peppermint, Wintergreen. Usage: gargle several times daily or apply topically to gums several times daily.
BLISTERS ON FEET: Lavender, Roman Chamomile, German Chamomile. Usage: apply topically to blistered area.
BLOATING: DigestZen, Peppermint, Clary Sage. Usage: apply topically to stomach area and to bottoms of feet or take internally in a capsule.
BLOOD CLOT IN VEINS: Cypress, Helichrysum, Clove. Usage: apply topically to affected area and to bottoms of feet or take internally in a capsule.
BOILS: Clove, Thyme, Oregano. Usage: apply topically to affected area
BONE PAIN: Wintergreen, Helichrysum, Cypress. Usage: apply topically to affected area.
BONE SPURS: Wintergreen, Cypress, Marjoram. Usage: apply topically over affected area
BRONCHITIS: Breathe, Eucalyptus, Thyme. Usage: apply topically to chest and neck area, gargle hourly or diffuse.
BRUISES: Cypress, Helichrysum, Deep Blue. Usage: apply topically to bruised area
BUNIONS: Deep Blue, Basil, Cypress. Usage: apply to affected area or joint
BURNS: Lavender, Melaleuca, Geranium. Usage: apply gently to affected area

C

CALLOUSES: Oregano. Usage: apply topically to affected area
CANDIDA: Melaleuca, On Guard, Peppermint. Usage: apply topically to chest and on bottom of feet or take internally in a capsules several times daily
CANKER SORES: Melaleuca, On Guard, Oregano. Usage: apply directly to canker sore or gargle.
CATARACTS Clover, Lavender. Usage: take internally in a capsule or apply topically to temples
.
CAVITIES: OnGuard, Melaleuca, Peppermint. Usage: apply topically to bottoms of feet or take internally in a capsule.
CELLULITE: Rosemary, Grapefruit, Lemon. Usage: massage vigorously on cellulite locations daily especially before exercising or add to water and drink throughout the day.
CHAPPED SKIN: Roman Chamomile, Sandalwood, Lavender. Usage: apply topically to affected area as often as needed.
CHICKEN POX: Lavender, Melaleuca, Sandalwood. Usage: dilute with a carrier oil and dab lightly on spots.
CHRONIC FATIGUE: On Guard, Peppermint, Basil. Usage: take internally in a capsule or apply topically to muscles and joints.
CHRONIC PAIN: Peppermint, Deep Blue, Wintergreen. Usage: massage into affected area as needed or take internally in a capsule.
CLOGGED PORES: Lemon, Wild Orange, Melaleuca. Usage: apply topically to affected area.
COLD: On Guard, Thyme, Melaleuca. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or gargle or take internally in a capsule.
COLD SORES: On Guard, Lemon, Melaleuca. Usage: apply to cold sores as soon as it starts and repeat several times daily.
COLIC: Marjoram, Ylang Ylang, Bergamot. Usage: dilute with a carrier oil and apply topically to stomach and back.
COLITIS: Peppermint, DigestZen, Helichrysum. Usage: massage over lower abdomen area or take internally in a capsule.
CONCUSSION: Frankincense, Cypress. Usage: take internally in a capsule.
CONGESTION: Eucalyptus, Frankincense, Peppermint. Usage: diffuse or
gargle, massage onto forehead, nose, cheeks, lower throat, chest and upper back.
CONJUNCTIVITIS: Melaleuca, Lavender. Usage: apply around (but NOT in) the eyes or apply to bottoms of feet several times daily.
CONSTIPATION: DigestZen, Marjoram, Lemon. Usage: take internally in a capsule or apply topically to stomach or feet.
CONVULSIONS: Lavender, Clary Sage, Balance. Usage: apply topically to corn several times daily.
CORNS: Lemon, Grapefruit, Oregano. Usage: massage into neck and chest or gargle or diffuse into the air and inhale.
COUGH: Lemon, Breathe, Melaleuca. Usage: massage into neck and chest or gargle or diffuse into the air and inhale.
CRAMPS: Rosemary, Cypress, Marjoram. Usage: massage on cramped muscles several times daily or take internally in a capsule.
CROUP: Marjoram, Thyme, Sandalwood. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or apply topically to chest and neck.
CUTS: Lavender, Melaleuca, Bergamot. Usage: dilute with a carrier oil and apply to affected area.
CYST: Oregano, Thyme. Usage: apply topically to affected area as needed.
CYSTITIS: Thyme, Lemongrass, Clove. Usage: take internally in a capsule or apply a warm compress over bladder.

D

DANDRUFF: Cypress, Lavender, Rosemary. Usage: dilute and massage into scalp. Rinse after 60-90 minutes.
DEHYDRATED SKIN: Geranium, Lavender. Usage: apply topically to affected area.
DENTAL INFECTION: Wintergreen, Birch, Helichrysum. Usage: apply on gums and around teeth.
DEPRESSION Elevation, Citrus Bliss, Lavender. Usage: add to a warm bath or diffuse into the air and inhale.
DIABETES: Coriander, Basil, Balance. Usage: take a couple drops of coriander internally in a capsule morning and evening and apply a couple drops of Balance topically to feet in the evening.
DIABETIC SORES: Lavender, Balance. Usage: apply topically to back, feet and over pancreas or diffuse into the air and inhale.
DIARRHEA: Peppermint, Ginger, DigestZen. Usage: dilute and apply topically to affected area several times daily.
DIZZINESS: Cypress, Peppermint, Basil. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale as needed or apply topically to temples, back of neck and shoulders.
DRY SKIN: Geranium, Chamomile, Lemon. Usage: apply topically to affected area.

E
EAR INFECTION: Melaleuca, Purify, Lavender. Usage: apply to cotton ball and place over ear.
ECZEMA: Helichrysum, Thyme, Geranium. Usage: apply topically to affected area as needed.
EDEMA: Grapefruit, Lemongrass, Cypress, Geranium,Rosemary, Cedarwood, Juniper Berry. Usage:Dilute as recommended, and apply 1-2 drops on location.
EPILEPSY: Frankincense, Clary sage, Sandalwood. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or take internally in a capsule or massage.
EXHAUSTION: Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Lemon. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or apply topically to back and feet.

F
FAINTING: Peppermint, Sandalwood, Rosemary. Usage: inhale directly.
FATIGUE: Lemongrass, Basil, Lemon. Usage: inhale directly or diffuse into the air and inhale or apply topically on temples and behind ears as needed.
FEVER: Peppermint, Lavender, Eucalyptus. Usage: apply to forehead, temples and back of neck or take internally in a capsule or diffuse into the air and inhale
.
FLATULENCE: Peppermint, Lavender, Ginger. Usage: take internally in a capsule or apply topically to abdomen
.
FLU: Breathe, On Guard, Oregano. Usage: take internally in a capsule or diffuse into the air and inhale or apply topically to chest.
FOOD POISONING: Rosemary, DigestZen, On Guard. Usage: take internally in a capsule several time daily and apply topically to stomach area.

G

GASTRITIS: Peppermint, Digest Zen, Lemongrass. Usage: take internally in a capsule or apply topically over stomach area as needed.
GINGIVITIS: Clove, Melaleuca, Peppermint. Usage: Gargle many times daily or as needed.
UM DISEASE: Melaleuca, On Guard, Usage: apply topically to bottoms of feet.

H
HAIR LOSS: Thyme, Rosemary, Lavender. Usage: dilute 5 drop in 20 drops of a carrier oil and massage into scalp each night.
HANGOVER: Lavender, Peppermint, Rosemary. Usage: add to warm bath or apply of neck and over liver.
HEAD LICE: Geranium, Lavender, Lemon. Usage: dilute and apply to entire scalp, then shampoo and rinse 30 minutes later. Repeat daily for several days.
HEADACHE: Peppermint, Lavender, Wintergreen. Usage: diffuse into the air and apply topically to forehead, temples, back of neck and behind ears.
HEARTBURN: Peppermint, Ginger, Lemon. Usage: take internally in a capsule or apply topically to chest.
HEATSTROKE: Peppermint, Lavender. Usage: apply topically to forehead and back of neck, chest and back.
HICCUPS: Chamomile, Lemon, Cypress. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or massage into chest and stomach area.
HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE: Lavender, Marjoram, Eucalyptus. Usage: do a full body massage daily or diffuse into the air and inhale or take internally in a capsule.
HORMONAL BALANCE: Zendocrine, Usage: Massage on bottoms of feet. Diffuse or inhale the aroma directly. Take 3-5 drops of Zendocrine oil blend in capsules once a day.
HOT FLASHES: Balance, Peppermint, Clary Sage. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or apply topically to back of neck.
HYPERACTIVITY: Lavender, Vetiver, Serenity. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or inhale directly.

I
IMPOTENCE: Ylang Ylang, Clary Sage, Sandalwood. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or apply topically to temples, wrists and back of neck.
INDIGESTION: Ginger, Orange, Peppermint. Usage: take internally in a capsule or apply topically over stomach area.
INFECTION: Clove, Thyme, Oregano. Usage: dilute with a carrier oil and apply to infected area or diffuse.
INFLAMMATION: Wintergreen, Peppermint, Eucalyptus. Usage: apply topically to affected area or take internally in a capsule.
INSECT ALLERGIES: Lavender, Eucalyptus, Melaleuca. Usage: apply topically to affected area.
INSECT REPELLENT: TerraShield, Eucalyptus, Lemon. Usage: dilute with carrier oil and apply to exposed skin as needed.
INSOMNIA: Serenity, Lavender, Chamomile. Usage: add to a warm bath, rub on feet and behind ears and diffuse into the air.
ITCHING: Peppermint, Oregano, Lavender. Usage: apply topically to affected area as needed.

J
JET LAG: Peppermint, Bergamot, Rosemary. Usage:apply calming oils like Lavender and Geranium to bottoms of feet at night and invigorating oils like Peppermint and Eucalyptus in the morning.
JOINT PAIN: Wintergreen, Birch, Deep Blue. Usage: massage into affected area as needed.

K
KIDNEY INFECTION: Rosemary, Usage: dilute as recommended and apply to kidneys and reflex points on the feet. Drink 1 gallon of distilled water and 2 quarts cranberry juice in one day.
KIDNEY STONES: Lemon, Eucalyptus, Juniper Berry, Usage: apply as a hot compress over kidneys. Dilute as recommended and apply 1-2 drops on location.

L
LACTOSE INTOLERANCE: Lemongrass. Usage: take internally in a capsule.
LEG CRAMPS: Clary Sage, Cypress, Lavender. Usage: massage into legs.
LICE: Eucalyptus, TerraShield, Rosemary. Usage: massage into the scalp and apply topically to bottoms of feet several times daily.
LOSS OF APPETITE: Ginger, Wild orange, Lavender. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or take internally in a capsule.

M
MEASLES: Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Melaleuca. Usage: apply on spots several times daily or add to bath and soak for at least 30 minutes daily.
MENOPAUSE: Clary Sage, Frankincense, Roman Chamomile. Usage: apply topically to abdomen, bottoms or feet and back of neck.
MENSTRUAL PAIN: Clary Sage, Rosemary, Peppermint. Usage: massage into abdomen, lower back and shoulders or apply a warm compress over uterus area or take internally in a capsule.
MIGRAINE: Helichrysum, PastTense, Sandalwood. Usage: apply topically to forehead, temples, base of skull and behind the ears or inhale directly as needed.
MOLD: Cinnamon, Oregano, Thyme. Usage: diffuse into the air where mold is present.
MORNING SICKNESS: Ginger, Lavender, Peppermint. Usage: apply topically behind ears and over navel hourly or diffuse into the air and inhale.
MOTION SICKNESS: Ginger, Lavender, Peppermint. Usage: apply topically behind the ears and over navel or diffuse into the air and inhale.
MUSCLE PAIN: Peppermint, Deep Blue, Clove. Usage: apply topically to affected muscles.
N
NAUSEA: Ginger, Lavender, DigestZen. Usage: apply topically behind ears and over navel hourly or diffuse into the air and inhale or under tongue as needed.
NECK PAIN: Basil, Marjoram, Helichrysum. Usage: massage onto neck several times daily.
NERVOUS FATIGUE: Helichrysum, Thyme, Peppermint. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or apply topically to temples, behind ears and on back of neck.
NOSE BLEEDS: Helichrysum, Geranium, Lavender. Usage: apply topically to the bridge and sides of nose and back of neck as needed.

O

OILY HAIR: Basil, Cypress, Thyme. Usage: add to shampoo when washing hair.

P

PAIN: Peppermint, Wintergreen, Birch. Usage: massage into affected area.
PALPITATIONS: Ylang Ylang, Wild Orange, Lavender. Usage: apply topically on chest area.
PARASITES: Oregano, Peppermint, Ginger. Usage: take internally in a capsule or apply warm compress over intestinal area.
PNEUMONIA: Breathe, On Guard, Thyme, Cinnamon Oregano, Eucalyptus, Melaleuca, Lavender, Lemon, Frankincense, Myrrh. Dilute as recommended and apply to chest, back, and reflex on the feet.

Q
QUINCY: Black Pepper, Usage: apply to reflex points and /or directly on area of concern: diffuse.

R
RASHES: Lavender, Roman Chamomile, Sandalwood. Usage: dilute with a carrier oil and apply topically to affected area.

S

SCARRING: Helichrysum, Lavender, Frankincense. Usage: apply topically over wound daily until healed.
SHINGLES: Melaleuca, Oregano, Sandalwood. Usage: apply topically to affected area, on back of neck and along the spine.
SHOCK: Helichrysum, Peppermint, Melaleuca. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or apply topically on temples, under nose and on back of neck.
SINUS CONGESTION: Sandalwood, Thyme, Eucalyptus. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale several times daily.
SINUS HEADACHE: Rosemary, Melaleuca, Eucalyptus. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale several times daily.
SORE THROAT: On Guard, Lemon, Melaleuca. Usage: gargle or diffuse into the air and inhale or apply topically to throat, chest, and back of neck several times daily.
SPRAINS: Wintergreen Lemongrass, Basil. Usage: apply topically to affected area
STOMACH ACHE: DigestZen. Usage: apply topically to stomach area.
STREP THROAT: OnGuard, Oregano, Thyme. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or gargle or take internally in a capsule several times daily.
STRESS: Grapefruit, Elevation Bergamot. Usage: diffuse into the air and massage shoulders, back and feet.
STRETCH MARKS: Cypress, Geranium, Lavender Usage: apply topically to affected areas a couple times daily.
STROKE: Helichrysum, Cypress, Peppermint. Usage: apply topically on temples, forehead, behind ears and on back of neck or take internally in a capsule.
SUNBURN: Lavender, Melaleuca, Helichrysum. Usage: apply gently to affected area.

T

TEETHING PAIN: Clove, Wintergreen, Roman Chamomile. Usage: apply topically to affected tooth and gum or gargle several times daily.
TENNIS ELBOW: Deep Blue, Eucalyptus, Peppermint. Usage: apply topically to affected area as needed.
TENSION HEADACHE: Peppermint, Lavender, Marjoram. Usage: apply topically to forehead, temples, back of neck and behind ears.
TOOTHACHE: Clove, Melaleuca, Purify. Usage: apply to gums or add to water to gargle and swallow.

U

ULCERS: Frankincense, Myrrh, Lemon, Oregano, Rose, Thyme, Clove, Bergamot. Usage: dilute as recommended and apply 1-2 drops over area. Apply as warm compress.

V

VARICOSE VEINS: Cypress, Helichrysum, Lemongrass. Usage: massage into affected area several times daily.
VERTIGO: Ginger, Helichrysum, Geranium. Usage: massage on tops of ears and behind ears.
VOMITING: Ginger, Peppermint. Usage: diffuse into the air and inhale or apply topically to stomach area.

W
WARTS: Oregano, Melaleuca, OnGuard. Usage: apply topically to wart several times daily.
WASP STING: Lavender, Purify. Usage: apply topically to sting.
WHIPLASH: Deep Blue, Lemongrass, Marjoram. Usage: apply topically to neck, shoulders and back.
WORMS: DigestZen, Lavender, Rosemary. Usage: apply topically to stomach area and on the bottoms of feet.
WOUNDS: Basil,Clove, Helichrysum, Lavender, Lemongrass, Purify, Melaleuca, Rosemary. Usage: dilute and apply to affected area several times daily
WRINKLES: Frankincense, Helichrysum, Geranium. Usage: dilute with a carrier oil and apply topically to affected areas.

Y
YOGA: Sandalwood, Cedarwood. Usage: diffuse into the air.

How to order dōTERRA essential oils


1. Retail price click here. (Please don’t pay retail price unless you are purchasing 1 or 2 oils for less than $50; becoming a Preferred Member will save you money if you plan on purchasing more than $50 in product).
2. Preferred member – Save 20% on the retail price for a one-time $10 membership fee (pays for itself if you purchase $50 or more in product) click here.
3. Wholesale member / Wellness Advocate – Save 25% on the retail price for a $35 membership fee (pays for itself if you purchase $140 or more in product) click here.

To become a preferred member or a wholesale member / Wellness Advocate, click here

Loyalty Rewards Program (LRP)
dōTERRA offers an opportunity for you to get free oils! A no-hassle, automatic shipment of the dōTERRA products you use on a monthly basis. LRP provides free product credits for monthly purchases ordered on the program.
**Please note that selecting the option to “Join as an Independent Consultant” does not require you to sell dōTERRA products; it allows you to purchase all dōTERRA products at wholesale cost.

If you decide to place an order, please fill out the contact form below so that I can offer you support as you start your journey in holistic healing with dōTERRA essential oils!