WHY USE ESSENTIAL OILS:

A JOURNEY TO NATURAL WELLNESS

Essential Oils have exploded in popularity over the last decade. What started out as something used by that ONE friend who was into natural remedies has turned into the expectation of spotting those cute, tiny bottles lined up on MANY friends’ shelves or counters. It seems as if everybody has...

Do you love filling your home with the BEAUTIFUL AROMAS of Citrus, Lavender, Mint, and/or Spices? If you’re like most people, you make use of air fresheners, spray deodorizers, plug-ins, scented candles, and other odor-masking products. And you might be under the impression that Essential Oils...

Let’s take a trip down memory lane. . . . What are a few of your favorite aromas from childhood? Maybe you thought of basil and oregano spices wafting from a pot of spaghetti sauce simmering on the stove. Perhaps it was your grandmother’s favorite jasmine perfume or the roses in her garden....

Trivia Time: What is the body’s largest organ? You might be surprised to hear that it’s the skin! Often, we don’t think of skin as an organ the way we do the heart, lungs, or liver, but it is. Our skin protects all of our other organs from heat and cold, infection, and other dangers. Without...

Probably the most controversial topic in Essential Oil circles is that of INTERNAL USE. Some people caution against using oils internally, but as long as you educate yourself and take some precautions, many oils are safe and beneficial to use this way. The most common way to use Essential...

What is a TOXIC LOAD and why should you strive to REDUCE it? It’s no secret that in our modern world, we are surrounded by chemicals, synthetics, and toxins. Maybe being exposed to one or two won’t do noticeable damage, but when you add up all of your daily exposure, you end up with a toxic...

Need another reason to cut down on your toxic load? Look no further than the great outdoors! The same chemicals and toxins that harm us humans do major damage to our climate, ENVIRONMENT, and wildlife. Many commercial insect repellents and aerosol sprays use chemicals that are known to damage...

There are so many amazing Essential Oils out there. It seems like creation has an oil for everything! So if there’s already “an oil for every issue,” then why do Essential Oil companies create all these custom BLENDS with fancy names? Is it just so they have something else to sell you? If you...

You may have heard that Essential Oils are versatile. This means that some oils have many diverse uses. But why is VERSATILITY something to get excited about? If you’re like most people, you probably have a bathroom or hallway cabinet that’s chock-full of various products—some for cleaning, a...

You don’t have to know everything about Essential Oils to start using them. Not even close! Oils are easy to use, and there are many resources that can point you in the right direction to help you get started (just ask me!). Even though you don’t need to be an expert, it can be helpful to learn...

The grocery store shelves are full of the cleaning products you’ve used for years. The ones your parents and grandparents used are there, too. And they work great! So why bother purchasing new ingredients, measuring them, mixing them, and storing them when you can just grab something pre-made...

Since Essential Oils are natural, there aren’t any SAFETY precautions to worry about, right? Unfortunately, this incorrect line of thinking has led to improper use of oils and, yes, negative reactions and accidents. Just because something is natural doesn’t mean it’s safe for all situations. ...

A DIFFUSER is one of the best tools you can invest in for aromatic use of Essential Oils. DIFFUSERS come in many shapes and sizes. Some are very simple, and others have countless bells and whistles. Ultrasonic DIFFUSERS are popular because they are cost-effective and easy to use. You simply...

One of the most compelling answers to the question of “WHY use Essential Oils?” is simple: they work! As Essential Oil use has become more mainstream, scientists have begun to devote more research time toward studying the EFFICACY of Essential Oils. Here are just a few of the many exciting...

Sourcing Essential Oils in a SUSTAINABLE way is an important part of the process if we are to have these precious gifts of the earth for future generations to use. Essential Oils are steam distilled from plant parts or cold pressed from fruit rinds, but not all parts of the plant are used. It’s...

Essential Oils might seem like a new craze. After all, most Americans hadn’t heard of them until recent years. You might be hesitant to get involved with oils when you consider that last diet, exercise, or supplement program you tried that disappeared after a while because it didn’t work. The...

Many people think of the body as several individual systems that just happen to be housed together. But when you take a more holistic approach to the human body, you will soon see that it’s all connected—from the tiniest cell to the most complicated system. REFLEXOLOGY takes advantage of the...

Essential Oils are everywhere! What used to be a specialty item can now be found in department stores, health food stores, and even pharmacies. And it seems like everybody is hosting an oil class these days, from your neighbor to your church group to the library. You might even see ads for...

Did you enjoy learning about the WHYS of Essential Oil use? We’ve just touched the surface of everything oils can do for you. We have many other classes available about every topic imaginable. Are you ready to answer the question HOW do you use Essential Oils? We have classes on Essential Oils...

Hopefully you now know the answer to “Why Use Essential Oils?” In fact, you probably want to learn more about how to get the highest-quality Essential Oils and incorporate them into your life. This brings us to our final WHY: Why get your oils from me? Oil use can be overwhelming. There’s so...