Essential Oils

"It means whatever you want them to mean." - mom 

Growing up I would watch my mom put essential/spiritual oils on herself as she would get ready for the day. Naturally, like any little girl, I wanted to be just like my mom and asked her for a bottle of these oils and asked her what they did and meant. She told me, "they mean whatever you want them to mean." Okay, what?? Does that even make sense? The answer is no, obviously. haha

So, I took the bottle and started to use them hoping they would do for me what they were doing for her -- whatever that was. I tried to make them mean something to me, so I would use the oils to make a cross on my shoulders so God would help me carry my loads, my wrists (representing my hands) so God would give me helping hands, and my chest so God was always in my heart. Looking back at this now, it was pretty profound of my little self. 

I have a friend that is really into essential oils and re-introduced them to me. Now, it's part of my daily routine, but I have added to my collection for reasons other than spiritual. I have found so many uses for a variety of oils and some of my friends have started to ask me about them. I want to share which oils I use and how/why I use them. 

• antiinflammatory

• decongestant (THIS IS WHAT I USE IT FOR MOST)

• antibacterial

• hair nourishment

• itchy scalp

• lice

• bug repellent

• cold sores/wounds/cuts

• joint pain

• reducing fevers

• skin conditions

• building immunity

• relieves nausea

• improves digestion

• promotes weight loss

• nourishes skin

• relives cough

• teeth whitener (mixed with other ingredients to create a solution)

• I use it most for headaches instead of taking medication. I rub some on the nape of my neck and surrounding areas, shoulders and temples. It works so well and feels really refreshing!

• indigestion

• colds/congestion

• stress

• engery/alertness

• boosts immune system

• eliminates/prevents infections

• stimulates hormone secretion

• aids with depression

• controls appetite

• increases urination

• removes toxins

• acts as a tonic

• treats stiffness in muscles and cramps in the muscle

• I use this the most for relaxation -- it's my favorite scent.

• induces sleep

• bug repellent

• relieves stress & anxiety

• treats acne

• relives pain

• stimulates urine flow

• treats respiratory disorders

• hair care -- helpful for hair loss

• prevents cancer

• improves blood circulation

• aids in digestion

• boosts immunity

• treats eczema

• treats acne and other skin conditions -- this is what I use this for most. I use it to spot treat problem areas on my skin and it does wonders just over night. I swear by it. If you use it on your face, make sure to moisturize well because it is drying.

• dry scalp

• fight bacterial, viral and fungal infections

• relives congestions and respiratory tract infections

• I use this most for my face as an overnight moisturizing mask. obsessed! (I also use coconut oil)

• healthy fat

• reduces cholesterol and improves heart health

• beneficial for the eyes

• enhances the absorption of important nutrients

• may reduce symptoms of arthritis

• may help prevent gum disease

• enhances womb healing

• neutralizes free radicals

Bottom line -- essential oils are so healthy for you and are a great alternative to taking medication. I highly reccommend these oils in particular -- obviously or I wouldn't be sharing. lol