Essential Oils Uses
Uses For Essential Oils
Essential oils are used for a very wide range of emotional and physical wellness applications. They can be used a single oil at a time or in complex blends depending on user experience and desired benefit. Essential oils are usually administered by one of three methods: diffused aromatically, applied topically, or taken internally as dietary supplements.
Aromatic Uses
Our sense of smell influences many physiological pathways
including the stimulation of hormones and other metabolic processes.
Aromatherapy is founded on the body's predictable response to specific
olfactory stimuli. Essential oils are widely used in aromatherapy
applications. Certain essential oils, when diffused in the air, can be
very stimulating while others can be calming and soothing. Beyond
emotional benefits, diffusing essential oils can purify air of unwanted
odors and some airborne pathogens. Low or no-heat essential oil
diffusers are recommended as they do not change the chemical structure
of the oil being diffused. Essential oils can also be used as cleansing
and purifying additives to laundry and surface cleaners throughout the
home.
Topical Uses
Due to their natural molecular composition, essential oils
are easily absorbed by the skin and can be safely applied topically.
Application of essential oils can have immediate, localized benefit to
the target area of application. They have restorative and calming
properties and can be used effectively with massage and beauty therapy.
They are also natural disinfectants. The chemical structure of essential
oils also allows them to be absorbed into the bloodstream via the skin
for internal benefit throughout the body.
Internal Uses
Essential oils can also be used as dietary supplements
supporting a variety of healthy conditions. Some essential oils have
powerful antioxidant properties while others help support healthy
inflammatory response in cells. Many essential oils are generally
regarded as being safe for dietary use, but some oils should not be
taken internally. Do not use any essential oil product internally that
does not have the appropriate dietary supplement facts on its label.
(Be sure to use only 100% pure therapeutic-grade essential oils and follow all label warnings and instructions. Essential oils should not be used in the eyes, inside the ear canal, or in open wounds. If redness or irritation occurs when using essential oils topically, simply apply any vegetable oils such as fractionated coconut oil or olive oil to the affected area. Consult your physician before using essential oils if you are pregnant or under a doctor's care.)
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