How to use essential oils

How to use essential oils

You don’t need extensive training to use essential oils effectively, and it is not complicated to learn how to understand the basics of safety precautions and application methods. Altogether there is easy to start using essential oils.

How to Use Essential Oils Aromatically or Topically (on the Skin)

Aromatically

The sense of smell is a tool that can elicit powerful physiological, mental, and emotional responses. Essential oils are quickly absorbed by smell receptors, which are directly linked to the limbic system, the part of your brain that stores memories and emotions. Some essential oils induce uplifting or invigorating effects, while others are more calming.

Diffusing is one of the simplest ways to use essential oils aromatically. You can use an essential oil diffuser if you’d like, but using essential oils aromatically does not require special diffusing devices. Instead, you can achieve the same health benefits by simply placing a few drops of essential oil in the palm of your hand, cupping it around your nose, and breathing deeply.

You can apply the oil to a cotton pad and leave it on your nightstand, kitchen countertop, car, or bathroom.

Mix and dilute the oil and water using a bottle and spray it over furniture, linens, and closet. You may also spray some essential oils on household surfaces for cleaning purposes.

Use essential oils in your laundry room when washing and drying your clothing or bedding.

Topically

One of the best ways to experience the benefits of essential oils is topical use (on the skin), as essential oils penetrate the skin for localized benefits. This is why TC works to create therapeutic and potent essential oils that are powerful enough to promote healthy-looking skin yet gentle enough to use daily.

Essential oils can improve complexion and skin tone when used topically. They can also be used as part of a soothing massage. Be sure to follow all label recommendations and dilution instructions before topical application.

Beneficial Areas You Can Apply Essential Oils 

• Neck
• Forehead and temples
• Chest, abdomen, back
• Arms, hands, legs, bottoms of feet
• joints, knuckles

Other Ways to Use Essential Oils Topically 

• Add a few drops of oil to a warm bath
• Make a hot or cold compress by soaking a cloth in water, adding essential oils, and then applying to the desired area
• Add oil to a lotion, shampoo, conditioner or moisturizer and then apply to skin or hair

Sensitive Areas to be Avoided

• Some facial areas, such as the skin around the eyes
• Eyes and inner ears
• Broken, damaged, or otherwise injured skin

Get Started with Essential Oils

As you get started with essential oils keep these things in mind:

• Find Out the use and benefits of the oil you intend to apply.
• Follow any label and packaging instructions that comes with each essential oils.
• Consult with a healthcare professional, if you have specific concerns,