Pluggable Diffusers are Perfect for Smaller Spaces
Pluggable Diffusers use gentle warming to release the fragrance from essential oils and impart their aromatherapy benefits.
Pluggable can be used in both vertical and horizontal outlets by twisting the plug base, making them ideal for above counter outlets in small rooms and spaces.
There are so many opinions and advice on essential oils that it can become confusing. Hoping this will answer the many questions I have had regarding essentials oils.
Should you buy Essential oil or Fragrance oils?
How do you know if an Essential oil is pure and therapeutic grade?
What are Groups of essential oils and why should I care about that
Precautions and how to care for your Essential Oils
Oils to use with caution
Where and How to use your Essential Oils
My top 10 favorite essential oils and why
Essential oil blend ideas for you to try
Using essential oils really isn’t complicated. Here I will try to cover the basics. There are a few thing you need to know and be aware of.
We are all learning and if you follow a few simple guidelines you will know when and what to use.
Aromatherapy is wonderful and you can have so much fun trying and experimenting different blends.
I have personally used Gumleaf essential oils for over 20 years. There are so many different brands available that it can be confusing.
Find a brand that has gone through strict testing, are accredited by PETA, cruelty free, vegan and Australian made & owned. I choose Australian made but this is personal of course. You will find your favorite brand if you don’t already have one.
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN ESSENTIAL OILS & FRAGRANCE OILS
Essential oils are botanicals derived oils extracted from either leaves, seeds, petals, roots etc from the plant a farmer grows.
Fragrance oils are synthetically produced and they may contain a combination of both manufactured (synthetic) and botanical materials.
SHOULD YOU BUY ESSENTIAL OIL OR FRAGRANCE OILS?
It really does depend on what you want to use them for?
Essential oils are used for therapeutic purposes and are also used for scent purposes.
Fragrances are used merely for scent purpose. They have no therapeutic use except they will make your home or perfume smell pretty or exotic etc.
Essential oils will of course cost you more but the therapeutic uses are worth every bit of it.
HOW DO YOU KNOW IF AN ESSENTIAL OIL IS PURE AND THERAPEUTIC GRADE?
Some essential oils due to their high cost are blended with a natural but inexpensive oil to reduce the costs.
This is extremely hard to know unless it goes through an independent testing.
The best way to be sure is to ensure the essential oils you buy have gone through a strict independent testing.
The company selling them should be able to declare if the oils have gone through strict tests by a third party via gas chromatography, optical rotation, refractive index, specific gravity, color & odor profile. This ensures the oils are certified to be “True to Botanical; pure and free from adulteration.
Yeah I know it’s a mouthful but the company making and selling the oils should be transparent enough to declare these tests have occurred.
GROUPS OF ESSENTIAL OILS AND WHY SHOULD I CARE ABOUT THAT?
Knowing the 3 different group’s essential oil fall in will allow you to know what to blend each oil with, depending on the outcome & benefits you want.
ESSENTIAL OILS ARE CATEGORIZED INTO 3 GROUPS
Top Note – these uplift, stimulate and refresh
Mid Note – These stabilize, harmonize and balance
Base Note – They strengthen, relax and calm you.
You can find which group they belong to if you read the back of the Essential oil Bottle.
PRECAUTIONS AND HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR ESSENTIAL OILS
Don’t apply to your eyes
Don’t ingest essential oils
Keep out of children’s reach
Store your essential oils away from children, away from heat and direct sunlight
Don’t apply undiluted directly to the skin. Always use a carrier oil. Some essential oils Phototoxic and they can cause some slight skin pigmentation.
They can also be skin irritants if you have sensitive skin.
Read each Essential oil precautions advice as some may not be suitable to you if you are pregnant or suffer from epilepsy.
Don’t use the same essential oil for long periods as you may develop a sensitivity.
OILS TO USE WITH CAUTION
Phototoxic oils and use on the skin may increase sensitivity to sunlight – these are citrus oils such as Lemon, Orange, Tangerine, and Bergamot
If you suffer from Epilepsy you should avoid using Fennel, Rosemary, Sage and Lavender Spike. These oils may trigger seizures.
If you are pregnant (congratulations) you should always check if they are safe for you to use. There are many oils you should avoid such Aniseed, Basil, Black pepper, Cedarwood Atlas, Cedarwood Virginian, Cinnamon, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Cypress, Fennel, Jasmine, Juniper Berry, Lavender Blended, Lavender Spike (French Lavender is safe to use if you are pregnant), Marjoram, Melissa officinallis, Myrrh, Nutmeg, Palo Santo, Peppermint, Rosemary, Sage and Thyme
Oils that can be irritant to sensitive skin are Aniseed, Basil, Bergamot, Black Pepper, Cinnamon, Citronella, Clove Bud, Fennel, Ginger, Juniper Berry,
WHERE AND HOW TO USE YOUR ESSENTIAL OILS
Essential Oils Aromatherapy Bath
Massage oils – Add 10 to 15 drops of essential oil or combination blend of your choice in 30mls of carrier oil.
It is so easy and it will save you money. My favourite carrier oil is Sweet Almond Oil but you can use Coconut Oil or any of your favourite oils.
Aromatic Baths – Add 3 – 6 drops of essential oil to a teaspoon of Sweet Almond oil and place this mix in your bath and stir the bath water. Water must be agitated. Caution: when using essential oils with children’s bath ensure adequate and safe dilution rate is used and essential oils are fully diluted.
Vaporizers and Diffusers – Add 3 to 5 drops to the water compartment of your diffuser. This is a wonderful way to establish the mood you want. Create your own mood, romantic, invigorating, relaxing, refreshing, seductive, uplifting or enhance your sense of wellbeing.
There are many other ways you can use your essential oils such as log fires, room sprays, lotions and creams etc. Experimenting is part of the fun.
MY TOP 10 FAVOURITE ESSENTIAL OILS AND WHY
Bergamot (Top Note) – it uplifts, calms & refreshes. Soothes frustration and anxiety – I use this oil in my Mist Diffuser.
(Caution – Can be a skin irritant to sensitive skin and avoid it exposure to direct sunlight if you are using it directly on the skin in a massage oil for example)
Chamomile (German Blue) in 3% Jojoba Oil (Mid note) – it is a balancing oil, soothing & relaxing. Calms the nerves, eases frustration and tension
Frankincense (Base Note) – It is relaxing, calming & stenghtening. Great if you meditate. Helps soothe fear & anxiety
Geranium & Rose Geranium (Mid Note) – both these oils are uplifting & balance mood swings. They help deal with stress, insecurity & anxiety
Grapefruit (Top Note) – Uplifting, resfreshing & reviving. This oil helps deal with sadness, apathy and frustration
Lavender French (Mid Note)– Balancing, relaxing, therapeutic, calming & soothing. Perfect for stress relief and also used for meditation
Rose (Mid note) – Harmonizes & boosts confidence. Alleviates sorrow, anxiety & grief.
Sandalwood (Australian) (Base Note) – Relaxing and harmonizing. Enhances openness, intimacy & meditation
Tea Tree (Australian) (Top Note) – Strenthening and cleansing. Boosts confidence & positivity. Repels insects.
ESSENTIAL OIL BLEND IDEAS FOR YOU TO TRY
These are my personal loves for blends I use in my mist diffuser. There are thousands more combinations. Have fun and experiment with your favorite oils
Grounding – Bergamot, Lavender & Sandalwood
Stress reliever – Geranium & Lavender
Stimulate & Activate the mind – Rosemary & Lemon
Workplace blend – Lemon, Bergamot, Rosemary or Rosewood
Romantic Blend – Ylang Ylang & Rose
Ease fears – Frankincense, Lavender & Sandalwood
Stress reliever – Bergamot, Lavender, Rose & Sandalwood
Stale air reviver – Lemon, Lavender, Grapefruit & Cypress
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