Beginners Guide To Essential Oils

Essential oils have been used for therapeutic reasons for thousands of years. They offer many benefits, each dependent on the plant they are derived from.

So, you’ve heard about the many great benefits that essential oils could have for you; congratulations, you’re well on your way to a better you. Now, you just need to figure out the best application process for you.

This varies based on the type of oil, what it’s being used to treat, and the tools you have available to you. In this chapter, we’ll walk you through the many different essential oil applications to help you figure out how to use your essential oils to get the most out of them.

Table of Contents
Introduction …………………………………………………………………..7
Benefits of Essential Oils …………………………………………………….9
Chapter 1: Key Ways To Use Essential Oils For Health …………10
Direct Inhalation……………………………………………………………..11
Diffusing Through The Air Via Natural Evaporation ……………………11
Direct Skin Contact………………………………………………………….12
Indirect Or Diluted Skin Contact ………………………………………….12
Diffusion Via Electronic Devices …………………………………………..12
Most Popular and Widely Used Essential Oils …………………………. 12
Chapter 2: Aromatherapy For Better Sleep ………………………..16
The Best Calming Oils ………………………………………………………18
Aromatherapy To Help With Depression……………………………….. 19
How Does Aromatherapy Work? ………………………………………….19
Aromatherapy and Post-Partum Depression ……………………………19
Aromatherapy and The Elderly ……………………………………………20
Aromatherapy Massage …………………………………………………….20
Chapter 3: Create a Calming Atmosphere With Essential Oils .22
Creating Calm with Aromatherapy ……………………………………….23
Which Essential Oils Create Calm…………………………………………24
Bitter Orange Essential Oil…………………………………………………24
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil……………………………………………………24
Cedarwood Essential Oil ……………………………………………………24
Valerian Essential Oil ……………………………………………………….24
Lavender Essential Oil ………………………………………………………25
Word of Caution ……………………………………………………………..25
Treating Your Headaches with Essential Oils………………………….. 25
Best Essential Oils for Headaches ………………………………………..26
Using Essential Oils………………………………………………………….28
Chapter 4: Essential Oils With Antioxidant Properties………….29
A Note On Using Essential Oils ……………………………………………31
Boost Skin and Hair Health with Essential Oils ……………………….. 32
Mixing Your Regimen ……………………………………………………….32
What Oils Should You Use………………………………………………….32
Base Oils ………………………………………………………………………33
Treatment Oils ……………………………………………………………….33
Essential Oils …………………………………………………………………34
Chapter 5: Essential Oils As Digestive Aids ………………………..35
How Essential Oils Help to Relive Digestive Disorders ………………..35
Essential Oils for Digestive Issues………………………………………..37
Essential Oils For Sinus Health ………………………………………….. 38
How Can Essential Oils Help With Your Sinus Health………………….38
How Can You Use Essential Oils To Improve Sinus Health …………..39
Which Essential Oils Should You Use To Help Your Sinuses …………39
Essential Oils To Loosen Stiff Joints…………………………………….. 40
Chapter 6: Blending Essential Oils ……………………………………43
What Are The Basic Categories? ………………………………………….44
What Are Notes? …………………………………………………………….45
Rosemary Essential Oil……………………………………………………. 46
Hair Growth …………………………………………………………………..46
Improved Memory …………………………………………………………..47
Decreased Stress…………………………………………………………….47
Boost In Immunity…………………………………………………………..47
Possible Side Effects of Rosemary Oil ……………………………………48
Oregano Oil: A Top Home Remedy……………………………………… 48
Nasal Congestion…………………………………………………………….48
Topical Treatment for Skin Irritation …………………………………….49
Instant Immunity Booster………………………………………………….49
Reducing High Cholesterol …………………………………………………50
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil………………………………………………….. 50
Assistance With Depression and Anxiety………………………………..51
Regulate Blood Pressure……………………………………………………51
Assistance With Insomnia and Sleeping …………………………………51
An Essential Oil Of Love…………………………………………………….51
A Holistic Fight Against Bacteria ………………………………………….52
Supplementary Benefits Of Ylang-Ylang Essential Oil…………………52
Conclusion ……………………………………………………………………54
Antiseptic Essential Oils…………………………………………………….54
Anti-Viral Essential Oils …………………………………………………….56
Other Areas Of Research …………………………………………………..56
Other Ways To Get The Benefits ………………………………………….56