Category: Essential Oils

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Peppermint Essential Oil

Today let’s chat about another oil that I always have on stock. This one is used in so many different ways, it’s crazy. Make sure to click on each of the photos below to read more about this useful oil.

All the deets on peppermint!!

Peppermint is an oil that will intensify other oils. It absorbs quickly & you can literally feel it. It’s known to help sore/achy muscles/joints, itching, head tension, congestion, increases blood flow & promotes hair growth when used topically. It’s also cooling, I use my breath spray as a cooling spray (multifunctional) in the humid Florida summer.

Peppermint is an ingredient in most respiratory blends & a great oil to have on hand for the icky feels. Inhaling peppermint can reduce stress & promotes metal clarity. I love diffusing peppermint at work to keep me alert, plus it cleanses the air. I add a few drops to my trash can & drains as needed & it’s great to keep the bugs & rodents away (yes please).

Internally, peppermint is great for our digestive system. I make a capsule with Digize & peppermint for uneasy tummies (I’ll make a post on this). It’s a yummy flavoring for desserts & teas (use a toothpick amount first). And I make my own breath spray & as mentioned above, & use it topically too.

If you work in an office or school- the pep me up diffuser blend in this article.. OMG!!

Peppermint EO

This article has some great diffuser blends. Take a look at those with peppermint, notice what they’re used for?

Peppermint Vitality

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Lemon Essential Oil

Let’s chat about lemon for a minute. This is such an underrated oil. It’s used in so many ways & is super beneficial. Did you know it takes approximately 75 lemons to make a 15ml bottle of Lemon Essential Oil? That’s crazy! Click on each of the images below for more info on this oil & how to use it.

This one is a must read. Click on the image above to read all about lemon.

Lemon is uplifting, reduces stress & is great for memory & mental clarity. I love to diffuse lemon when I’m working. Lemon & peppermint is my go-to diffuser blend on busy days.

Lemon is also a great disinfectant, degreaser & natural goo-gone. I add a drop of lemon to greasy dishes & to get any sticky residue off old jars/bottles. And come one, why clean with something that’s got harmful fumes when you can literally use something that is uplifting & reduces stress (see above)? It will also remove those tiny plastic hair ties that we all despise. I also have a spray bottle with water & lemon EO to use as a room spray, spray on counters & in trash cans.

Skincare. I know you’d never think it, but lemon is great for our skin. It’s a natural astringent & is cleansing. But be careful, it can cause photosensitivity too. So just avoid the sun after using. It’s also great for hair & nail health.

Internally. Yes, there are some oils that you can use in foods & drinks. Never take essential oils straight from the bottle! But you can add a few drops to some sugar cookies, icing, cake, etc, etc. The recipes are endless. I also like to add 1 drop (start with 1 & add another if you desire) to a large bottle of water. Just make sure you shake it before you drink as the oils float.

After writing this & looking around, I noticed I have a bottle of lemon EO in every room of my house. It’s a must!

Here’s 21 uses for Lemon Essential Oil

Lemon Essential Oil

Lemon in the kitchen 😋

Lemon Vitality

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Itch & Sting Roller

We live in the woods so we go through this one often. Mosquito bites, stinging grass, ant bites, etc. I promise you’ll love this one.

  • 10ml roller bottle (or spray bottle)
  • 10-15 drops Tea Tree
  • 10-15 drops Lavender
  • Use a dropper to fill with ACV
  • Shake well before each use.
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Hormone Support Roller

Years ago I made a list of all the hormone support oils. I gathered the oils that I had at the time and made this. Over the years I’ve added Lavender and then Geranium to add their benefits.

  • 10ml Roller Bottle
  • 8 drops Dragon Time
  • 6 drops Progessence Plus
  • 4 drops Copaiba
  • 4 drops Endoflex
  • 3 drops Ylang Ylang
  • 3 drops Lavender
  • 2 drops Geranium

Grab all these oils here: Hormone Support Oils

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Bedtime Linen Spray

Bedtime Linen Spray

So easy.  I love making my own sprays because they’re so simple.  Right before bed I’ll spray this on my pillows, sheets and myself.

Recipe:
15 drops of Lavender
10 drops of Cedarwood
1 drop of Chamomile
Fill with spring/distilled water.
(My tap is spring water, I wouldn’t use city tap)

I’ve also made this with 25 drops of Dreamcatcher & water ✌🏼

Shake & spray.  That’s it!


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Getting The Most Out of Your Oils​

Getting the most out of your oils

So your favorite oil is running low.  Ugh, I hate that.  I feel like I need to savor every drop I have.  So here’s a few ideas that will help you get every drop out of your oils.

make infused bath salt

This is my favorite method.  When you think you’ve used every drop, take the tops off and throw them all in a jar of Epsom salt.  I just keep adding and shaking it up until I’m ready to use.  Sometimes it’s fun to see what concoction you come out with.

Turn into a roller

I like to do this once my oil reaches about 1/4 full.  Just remove the clear top, add a carrier oil and put the roller cap on.  Super easy!

use for your diffuser

I have seen this idea many times, although I personally use the bath salt method.  But this is very similar.  The difference is to use distilled water instead of Epsom salt.  Just store them near your diffuser for easy use.