My Top 10 Essential Oils

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Citrus limon

My go-to during cold & flu season to diffuse in the house! Its antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties also make it perfect to add to natural cleaning products. Also a lymphatic stimulant. Helps to energize, cleanse & bring clarity.

Mentha x piperita

A lovely digestive aid, easing nausea. Has both warming & cooling actions, helping to alleviate pain - headache, joint pain, muscle pain. Its decongestant properties also make it a nice addition to cold & flu blends! Enhances concentration & our receptive capacity.

Eucalyptus globulus

The high 1,8-cineole content make this a very effective respiratory decongestant! One of my favourite ways to use it is in steam inhalation. **A safer alternative for use with children is Eucalyptus smithii. Expansive, helps to disperse negativity & give a fresh perspective on life!

Rosmarinus officianalis

Together with Peppermint & Eucalyptus, a great oil for headache relief! Commonly used for hair care & joint pain. Also great for respiratory conditions, helping to break & clear mucous. Promotes  concentration, creativity & stimulates circulation.

Lavendula angustifolia

One of the safest, most diverse oils! Incredibly calming to the  nervous system, reducing blood pressure. I always keep a spray bottle with lavender and aloe for application on burns - it has incredible skin healing properties! Nurtures the heart & brings balance to the body.

Pelargonium graveolens

A beautiful oil for skincare! Balances sebum production, so works great on all skin types. A calming oil, aids in nervous tension & anxiety. Stimulates lymphatic circulation. Supports feminine creativity & opens the heart.

Boswellia carterii

Used in ancient civilizations & spiritual rituals, this oil is well known for its use in meditation. It calms the mind & helps us transcend and move forward, cutting ties with the past. Also alleviates certain respiratory conditions & is regenerative for aging skin.

Citrus sinensis

An all-around safe and diverse oil. One of the few citrus oils that is not phototoxic & safer for skin use (along with steam distilled Lime).  As with all the citrus oils, has antiseptic properties. Lovely for use on children for digestive issues. Cheerful & calming! Adds a splash of joy to any blend!

Melaleuca alternifolia

A household staple! Along with Lemon, it's a go-to for the diffuser and in natural cleaning products because of its antibacterial, antiviral & antifungal properties. Great for respiratory issues during cold & flu season & for fungal skin conditions. Promotes confidence, patience & integrity.

Matricaria recutita

German Chamomile is wonderful for use in skin care! (slow healing wounds, eczema) Also for inflammatory conditions of the muscles & joints. Alternatively, there is Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) which is useful in relieving muscle spasm & has strong sedative effects. Lovely to use with children. Cooling, soothing, & promotes acceptance.

Difficult to pick just one! But one of my personal favourites to use in leg massage to stimulate lymphatic circulation is: Geranium, Juniper Berry, Cedarwood + a hint of Lemon to brighten & Vetiver to ground!