essential oils you won’t want to live without

With so many essential oils to choose from, we can’t pick favorites. But there are some oils we keep coming back to over and over again. Whether we want to get some rest and relaxation, or we want to liven up our living areas, these are the oils we can always rely on!
Learn about these top essential oils and how you can use them in your home!

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1. How to use Peppermint essential oil

Peppermint essential oil is at the top of our essential EO list! We can’t resist Peppermint oil’s invigorating aroma or the wonderful cooling sensation it creates.

Fun facts:

• Our Peppermint oil is created by steam distilling the leaves and flowering tops of peppermint plants.
• One pound of peppermint goes into every 15-ml bottle of Peppermint essential oil.
• Peppermint plants originated in Europe, but today, 75 percent of the world’s supply is grown in the United States.

How to use it:

1. Use Peppermint topically for a cool, tingling sensation that’s refreshing after a tough workout or a long day.
2. Diffuse it to make your space feel more stimulating and energizing.
3. Inhale or apply Peppermint topically to your chest for a stimulating scent.

YL tip: Add Peppermint essential oil to your bath! We love the contrast of the hot water and the cooling sensation of the oil. Relax and take deep breaths of the soothing, aromatic steam.

Simple Peppermint diffuser blend:

Refresh and Unwind Blend

3 drops Peppermint essential oil

3 drops Lemon essential oil

4 drops Lavender essential oil

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2. How to use Lavender essential oil

We’re absolutely in love with Lavender! With a scent that is a beautiful blend of fresh, floral, clean, and calm, Lavender essential oil is wonderful for so many uses! From relaxing routines to soothed skin, this oil can do it all.

Fun facts:

• Our Lavender essential oil is steam distilled from the flowering tops of the plant.
• It takes 27 square feet of lavender plants to make one 15-ml bottle of oil.
• The many qualities and uses of lavender were praised in ancient Greece.

Usage tips:

1. Use Lavender topically to cleanse and soothe minor skin irritations.
2. Use it topically to reduce the appearance of blemishes and support aging skin.
3. Diffuse Lavender to help create an oasis of calm feelings or as part of your bedtime routine.

YL tip: Add a few drops of Lavender essential oil to lotions, shampoos, and skin care products. You’ll love the luxurious fragrance and the topical benefits!

Simple Lavender diffuser blend:

Create Your Zen Blend

3 drops Lavender essential oil

3 drops Bergamot essential oil

3 drops Frankincense essential oil

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3. How to use Lemon essential oil

Lemon essential oil is like a bottle of sunshine! With a joyful citrus aroma, Lemon oil is sure to make any day a little brighter. It’s a favorite for eliminating odors and creating an uplifting atmosphere.

Fun facts:

• We cold press lemon rinds to create our Lemon oil.
• It takes 75 lemon rinds to make one 15-ml bottle of Lemon essential oil.
• The lemon tree originates from of Asia and can reach heights of about 20 feet.

How to use it:

1. Add a few drops to naturally derived floor, window, and surface cleaners.*
2. Diffuse Lemon to help create a sunny, bright space.
3. Add it to conditioner and DIY hair masques to give your hair a smoother, shinier look.

*Do not use Lemon essential oil on granite or stone, as it may etch the surface.
YL tip: Let the bright fragrance of Lemon essential oil lift you up during stressful times at work or school. Diffuse Lemon oil to help create focus and motivation so you can shine.

Simple Lemon diffuser blend:

Bright Day Blend

4 drops Lemon essential oil

4 drops Peppermint essential oil

2 drops Tea Tree essential oil

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4. How to use Tea Tree essential oil

We can’t leave Tea Tree essential oil off our list of favorites. Also known as Melaleuca or Melaleuca Alternifolia, this refreshing oil packs a punch!

Fun facts:

• Our Tea Tree essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves of the Melaleuca alternifolia
• The Melaleuca alternifolia tree is native to Australia.
• Tea Tree oil has been loved for centuries for its abundant beauty benefits.

Usage tips:

1. Use Tea Tree topically to reduce the appearance of blemishes and help maintain healthy-looking skin, hair, scalp, and nails.
2. Diffuse it to eliminate musty odors and freshen living spaces.
3. Add Tea Tree to homemade soaps to boost cleansing properties.

YL tip: Combine a few drops of Tea Tree essential oil with water in a small glass spray bottle and spray it on linens and towels to keep them smelling fresh. Goodbye, musty closet smell!

Simple Tea Tree diffuser blend:

Air Refresher Blend

3 drops Tea Tree essential oil

3 drops Cedarwood essential oil

4 drops Lemon essential oil

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5. How to use Frankincense essential oil

Frankincense essential oil has a grounding and earthy aroma that we love for moments of deep contemplation. The use of frankincense isn’t new—this oil has been popular since 1500 BCE!

Fun facts:

• Our Frankincense essential oil is distilled from the resin of Boswellia carterii
• Boswellia carterii trees are native to northern Africa, near the Arabian Peninsula.
• Frankincense oil is considered a holy oil in the Middle East and is used in religious ceremonies.

Usage tips:

1. Use Frankincense topically to promote the appearance of healthy-looking skin.
2. Use it topically to reduce the appearance of uneven skin tone.
3. Diffuse Frankincense to promote feelings of relaxation, tranquility, and focus.

YL tip: Take a cue from this oil’s ancient history: Diffuse Frankincense to create a tranquil, grounding space that’s perfect for yoga, meditation, or quiet contemplation.

Simple Frankincense diffuser blend:

Meditation Blend

2 drops Frankincense essential oil

4 drops Cedarwood essential oil

4 drops Bergamot essential oil

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6. How to use Copaiba essential oil

We can’t forget Copaiba essential oil! With an aroma that’s warm, woodsy, sweet, and incredibly inviting, Copaiba oil is truly an essential EO.

Fun fact:

• Our Copaiba essential oil is steam distilled from resin tapped from the Copaifera reticulata
• The Copaifera reticulata tree is native to the Amazon region of Brazil.
• The tree grows 50–100 feet high and produces tiny white flowers and small nut-like fruit.

Usage tips:

1. Use Copaiba topically to reduce the appearance of blemishes and promote the appearance of a youthful, radiant glow.
2. Diffuse it to fill your home with a warm, inviting aroma.
3. Massage Copaiba onto fatigued areas after physical activity.

YL tip: Reward yourself after a hard workout: Dilute Copaiba with our V-6™ Vegetable Oil Complex and message it onto your tired muscles. Let the cozy fragrance help you relax.

Simple Copaiba diffuser blend:

Tropical Paradise Blend

4 drops Copaiba essential oil

3 drops Lime essential oil

3 drops Tangerine essential oil

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7. How to use Thieves essential oil blend

This is a blend—unlike the other oils on our list—but there’s a reason Thieves® essential oil blend is one of our most popular products! The warm, spicy fragrance is absolutely irresistible.

Fun fact:

• Thieves blend combines Clove, Cinnamon Bark, Lemon, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary essential oils.
• Legend says that during the 15^th century, French thieves would douse themselves in a special aromatic blend before sneaking into graveyards to rob from the dead.
• Thieves essential oil blend was created based on this legendary concoction.

Usage tips:

1. Use Thieves topically to cleanse your skin.
2. Diffuse it to banish bad odors and create a cozy, peaceful living environment.
3. Add Thieves to cleaning products to boost cleaning power and fill your home with a fresh fragrance.

YL tip: Refresh musty carpets by adding 5 drops of Thieves blend to a cup of baking soda. Mix it well and let it sit overnight. In the morning, sprinkle this refreshing mixture over carpets and vacuum thoroughly. Your carpets—and your home—will be filled with the warm aroma!

Simple Thieves diffuser blend:

Cleaning Day Blend

6 drops Thieves essential oil blend

4 drops Lemon essential oil

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Make Your Own Thieves Essential Oil Blend

Thieves® essential oil is a powerful combination of Clove, Lemon, Cinnamon, Eucalyptus Radiata, and Rosemary essential oils for an aromatic blend that fills any space with a rich, spicy aroma. Inspired by the legend of four 15th-century French thieves who formulated a special aromatic combination composed of clove, rosemary, and other botanicals used while robbing the dead and dying. The botanical blend they created was said to protect them from getting sick as they robbed plague victims.

With the benefits of Thieves oil including cleaning power and an irresistibly spicy scent,  diffuse Thieves oil throughout the house for an aroma that makes every room smell more like fall baking than harsh cleaning formulas.

5 Benefits of Thieves Oil 

1. Immune System Booster

If you know about the roots of thieves oil (thieves protecting themselves from the deadly plague), it’s no surprise that this oil is often used as a natural immune booster. How could this blend of essential oils help fight off sickness? For starters, research has shown that clove and rosemary oils possess powerful antibacterial and antifungal abilities. Both oils have been shown to have significant antimicrobial effects against bacteria including Staphylococcus epidermidis, Escherichia coli and Candida albicans.  

Cinnamon bark oil is also one of the top antibacterial essential oils that can help fight harmful bacteria and fungi. A 2011 study conducted by the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at Kyung Hee University in Korea found that an extract of cinnamon oil had significant antioxidant activity useful for lowering oxidative stress and free radical formation in the body that contributes to so many diseases.  

2. Muscle and Joint Relief

Essential oils are generally loved for their natural anti-inflammatory abilities. Rosemary and eucalyptus oil, two energizing oils included in a thieves oil mix, are especially known for helping to relieve aches and pains in the body.

Research points towards the ability of rosemary oil and eucalyptus oil to relieve rheumatoid arthritis as well as muscle and joint pains and aches.  Thieves oil can be diluted and applied topically for these concerns.

3. Nontoxic Cleaning

Thieves oil also makes a great addition to homemade cleaning products. Not only can it leave your house smelling spicy and fresh, it can also help to kill bacteria in all different areas of your home.

The antibacterial abilities of the oils included in this blend make it great for disinfecting your home in a nontoxic way. Combined with natural cleaning products like white vinegar, thieves oil may quickly become your go-to blend for nontoxic cleaning.

The lemon oil in a thieves blend is especially excellent at cutting through grease and grime, leaving surfaces bright and shiny.

4. Respiratory System Aid

The eucalyptus in thieves oil is especially great for boosting respiratory health. Traditionally, eucalyptus oil is known for its use in several respiratory tract disorders including sinusitis, pharyngitis and bronchitis.  

Animal and in vitro studies have both shown that eucalyptus oil acts as a natural expectorant, which means it helps to loosen phlegm. This is why eucalyptus oil is commonly included in over-the-counter (OTC) products for coughs and colds. 

Lemon oil is widely used to stimulate lymph drainage, which is helpful for unpleasant respiratory symptoms like mucus congestion.

The general antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties of thieves — thanks to all five essential oils — make it a helpful choice for respiratory illnesses.

5. Oral Health

It’s not surprising people like to use thieves oil to improve their oral health. By simply combining a few drops of thieves oil with a cup of water, you can have a quick, yet effective, mouthwash. Why would you want to use thieves oil in a mouthwash? Well, it actually contains essential oils that have been shown in scientific research to improve oral health.

An in vitro study published in the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Researchreveals that clove oil can effectively kill off the microorganisms that lead to cavities. In addition, multiple essential oils included in a thieves blend make the list of essential oils being used and researched for their positive effects on dental health.

An extensive scientific review published in the Journal of International Society of Preventive and Community Dentistry lists lemon, eucalyptus and cinnamon oils as having positive effects on oral health. Lemon oil is specifically effective against candidiasis caused by C. albicans. Clove oil is well-known for reducing tooth aches and it’s also antifungal and antibacterial. Eucalyptus oil has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects while also acting as an immunoregulatory agent. Cinnamon oil can help oral health (and health in general) thanks to its antiparasitic, antioxidant and free radical scavenging properties. 

How to Make and Use Thieves Oil

What is a good DIY thieves oil recipe? As long as you have all of the necessary essential oils on hand, it’s super-easy to make your own version of thieves oil at home.

To make some homemade thieves oil, simply combine the following in a darkly colored 0.5 fluid ounce (15 milliter) glass bottle:

• 85 drops of clove essential oil
• 70 drops of lemon essential oil
• 50 drops of cinnamon essential oil
• 40 drops of eucalyptus essential oil
• 35 drops of rosemary essential oil

Make sure to store your homemade thieves essential oil in a cool, dry place away from heat and light. And, as always, make sure you are only using 100 percent pure, certified USDA organic and therapeutic-grade essential oils.

For topical use: Combine 1 drop of the thieves oil blend with 4 drops of carrier oil like coconut oil and apply it to the area of concern.

For diffusion/aromatherapy: To breathe in the sweet smell of thieves oil, simply add a 6-8 drops of thieves oil to a diffuser. It’s a very uplifting and invigorating scent combination.

For internal use: You can only use this blend internally if all of the essential oils used are 100 percent pure, therapeutic grade and, ideally, also organic. Add one drop to a capsule or mix one drop into food (such as oatmeal) or a beverage. Of course, check with your doctor before using thieves oil internally if you are pregnant, nursing, have any ongoing health concerns or are taking medication. Never put thieves oil directly into your mouth undiluted.

DIY mouthwash: Simply combine 5 drops of thieves oil with a cup of purified water and a half teaspoon of sea salt for a homemade mouthwash. A few drops of thieves oil can also make a great addition to homemade toothpaste.

DIY homemade cleaner: Combine 8 ounces water, 4 ounces distilled white vinegar and 30 drops of homemade thieves oil in a glass cleaning spray bottle.

Coffee Essential Oil Should Be Your New Best Friend Forever

 

It stimulates hair growth, it firms skin, and it invigorates the senses! Who knew that Coffee essential oil could be so versatile? 

If you’re one of the millions of people who drink coffee in the world, than Coffee essential oil is for you. This scrumptious bottle of all things good proves that coffee is beyond great for more reason than one. Didn’t think there were more reasons to love coffee? Coffee EO will surprise you with its multitude of benefits and uses. Here are EG’s top three reasons why Coffee EO is about to become your new best friend.

Hair Growth

Many know that Rosemary is a go-to for hair care, but did you know Coffee was great for hair growth? Caffeine has the ability to stimulate hair cell growth and counteract the suppression of hair growth in both men and women. EG’s Coffee essential oil contains between 1.0- 1.5% caffeine. We recommend adding a drop or two of Coffee to a dollop of shampoo/ conditioner and leaving it in during your shower. Be sure to rinse well.

A Substitute for Your Morning Cup

Pregnancy, hypertension and other health issues can lead to a restriction from drinking coffee. No worries! Coffee essential oil is regarded as being generally safe to diffuse and use topically despite these scenarios, so you can continue to enjoy coffee no matter what arises! Just check with your doctor beforehand. And if you want to enjoy coffee but your bedtime is nearing, you could drink decaf, or you could savor the delicious aroma of Coffee in a personal inhaler.

Skin Tightening

Coffee is known for its astringent flavor, but also its ability to act as a skin tightening astringent. Drinking coffee and applying the essential oil is a great way to reduce the appearance of cellulite and fine lines. Our recommendation is to make an exfoliating coffee scrub by combining 1 oz ground coffee, 1 oz Rosehip carrier oil and 18 drops Coffee EO (6 drops if using on the face). Use a spoon to scoop out and scrub onto wet skin. Rinse well, and enjoy the results.

**Coffee essential oil is not recommended to be ingested without the consultation of your doctor and an aromatherapist. Do not get scrub wet in order to prevent contamination.

 

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The Science and Art of Diffusing Essential Oils

 

Our mind creates powerful connections between scent and our emotions, surroundings, and memories. Diffusing essential oils is a simple but effective way to access those connections. It can also help build new and positive memories and experiences.

Because diffusion distributes essential oil molecules into the air so effectively, it is an excellent way to maximize the beneficial properties of essential oils. There are lots of different ways to diffuse, so let’s talk about the most effective methods. It’s important to note that overheating essential oils using aroma lamps or candles can render the oils less beneficial, so we’ll focus on different cold-air diffusion methods.

Direct Inhalation
You may simply open a bottle of essential oil and inhale or put a few drops of oil on the palm of your hand, rub your hands together, and then cup your hands over your nose and mouth and inhale. You can even add a few drops of oil to a bowl of hot (not boiling) water and inhale the vapor.

Cold-Air Fan
Young Living’s Travel Fan Diffuser introduces convenience and portability to essential oil diffusion. The Travel Fan diffuses by blowing cool air through the essential oil pad, releasing beneficial essential oil molecules into the air.

Ultrasonic Diffusers
Ultrasonic diffusion combines the advantages of a humidifier, air purifier, atomizer, and aromatherapy diffuser into one by breaking a mixture of essential oils and water into millions of microparticles and dispersing them into the air.

Atomizing Diffuser
Atomizing technology transforms essential oils into a vapor of millions of microparticles, dispersing the powerful, undiluted plant constituents found in Young Living essential oils into the air with no water added. Young Living’s new AromaLux^™ Atomizing Diffuser includes an array of features and settings, including our highest vapor output, our most customizable volume and run time settings (with automatic shutoff), and a quiet motor.

What’s your favorite Young Living diffuser? Share how you diffuse your favorite blends in the comments!

—Heidi Jeanfreau, Young Living International and Portfolio Brand Manager

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5 essential oils for travelers

The thrill of purchasing an airline ticket to a new country is the starting point of exciting and magical vacations. Whether you’re headed to Rome, Morocco, or Nantucket, travel can create some of the happiest memories. Navigating airports, foreign languages, or unknown cities, however, can put a damper on an otherwise adventurous week away. We want to make sure your only concern is whether you should buy one pain au chocolat or two. Check out our sightseeing secrets for a worry-free vacation.

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Peppy Peppermint

Jet lag, sore legs, stomach issues—these are just a few things that could plague a fun-filled getaway. That’s why you should carry along both Peppermint essential oil and Peppermint Vitality™ essential oil for a little extra help along the way.

• Inhale Peppermint’s refreshing aroma after stepping off the plane for a much-needed pep in your step.
• Massage Peppermint on the bottoms of your feet after a long day of walking up and down the streets of Amsterdam.
• Take Peppermint Vitality each morning in a veggie capsule to support gastrointestinal system comfort.

Soothing Stress Away

It’s possible that travel issues such as missing trains or losing reservations at your hotel can almost ruin the whole experience; or maybe you’re 17 years old, in the middle of India with your friend, and you lose your passport. Not saying that’s happened … Let’s just say some Stress Away™ would have been helpful at the time. Keep this staple in your bag at all times!

• Breathe in the inviting aroma when your phone dies and you’re lost on the metro.
• Apply Stress Away to your wrists before heading out the door on a cliff diving excursion.
• Use it as a personal fragrance for a night out in Tokyo.

Dependable DiGize

Traveling is simply an excuse to eat lots of food in a new place. If you’re gorging on churros and paella, empanadas and asado, or spicy curry, you’ll want some assistance. When taken as a daily supplement, DiGize™ Vitality™, with its antioxidant properties and cleansing benefits*, will become your most faithful travel companion.

• Add 2 drops of DiGize Vitality and 1 drop of Peppermint Vitality to your water bottle for a minty twist.
• Take DiGize along with Essentialzymes-4™ before each delicious meal.

 

Trusty Thieves

Recycled oxygen on airplanes and shared living spaces in hostels can always use a quick freshening. Also, you’ll want to give your body general wellness support* to enjoy every second of your adventure. For best results, take the dynamic duo of Thieves® and Thieves® Vitality™ with you.

• Ask the flight attendant for a hot hand towel; add 2–3 drops of Thieves and wipe down your airplane seat for a fresh aroma before settling in for the flight.
• Add a drop of Thieves Vitality to your morning tea or coffee at the local cafe for a flavor boost and to support general well-being.*
• Spritz Thieves® Spray around the room when you first check-in to your hotel to freshen your home away from home.

Lovely Lavender

Sometimes the best vacations push us far out of our comfort zones. That could include traveling to the other side of the world, swimming with sharks, or simply landing in a place where you don’t speak the language. That’s no reason for nervous tension or occasional sleeplessness to prevent you from having the time of your life. Keep Lavender and Lavender Vitality™ with you, and you’ll be ready to roll.

• Fight the occasional restlessness from time zone changes by adding Lavender Vitality to a nighttime tea to improve sleep quality.*
• Use the floral aromatic experience of Lavender for its calming scent before zip lining in Costa Rica.
• Massage Lavender into skin with V-6™ Vegetable Oil Complex after a day of sun bathing in Fiji.

YL Tip: For even more uses of these five oils, take a travel-sized diffuser! These carry-on approved diffusers will help you refresh and uplift any space you’re in.

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The Best Essential Oils For Spring Cleaning

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It’s that time of year again! The frost is thawing, the bees are buzzing, and the flowers are blooming. Spring is a time of renewal and regeneration, so it only makes sense to follow nature’s example and rejuvenate your home using all-natural, 100% pure essential oils!

Traditional household cleaners can contain ingredients that are harmful to your health, so to keep your home safe, we recommend incorporating these essential oils into your Spring Cleaning repertoire.

1. Cleaning Set: We’ve made choosing your oils easy with this set designated entirely towards your cleaning needs. With each set you receive a 10ml bottle of Cleaning synergy blend, Fighting Five synergy blend, Lavender essential oil, Lemon essential oil, Peppermint essential oil, and Tea Tree essential oil. Each one includes potent levels of antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral properties so that your surfaces stay clean from icky germs. Beyond cleansing spaces, the oils in the Cleaning Set can fight dangerous toxins while eliminating the spread of illness.Try our DIY Cleaning Spray using the Cleaning synergy blend included in the set.
2. Lemongrass essential oil: Here at Edens Garden, we refer to Lemongrass as the tidy essential oil. With antimicrobial and antifungal properties, this oil is the perfect answer to eradicating all those unseeable intruders. To freshen up your fridge with this earthy citrus aroma, combine 5-10 drops of Lemongrass with a small bowl of distilled water and 1 tsp of grain alcohol and wipe down the surfaces of your fridge and freezer.
3. Lemon Myrtle essential oil: Who knew there were so many variations of Lemon? Although not a member of the Lemon family, Lemon Myrtle has a fresh, lemony scent with the added bonus of powerful antibacterial constituents. Pair with Pine essential oil for extra effectiveness in an all-purpose & disinfecting cleaning spray. Combine ½ cup of Witch Hazel, ½ cup of Vinegar, 10 drops Lemon Myrtle, and 10 drops Pine in an 8 oz spray bottle and use on bathroom surfaces, kitchen counters, and glass surfaces. Avoid use on granite counter tops.
4. Purify synergy blend: With a citrusy and slightly minty aroma, Purify is an all-natural disinfectant and neutralizer. Once you’ve degreased, dusted, scrubbed, and swept, use the Purify blend to naturally deodorize your home with our Carpet Refresher Video DIY. You can also add a few drops to your Ultrasonic Ceramic Diffuser to fill your home with the fresh aroma of this synergy blend.

Honorable Mentions: Clary Sage essential oil, Lime essential oil, Juniper Berry essential oil, and Bergamot essential oil make excellent additions to your DIY cleaning products. On top of their pleasing aromas, these selections can also provide support to the top cleaning oils highlighted above.

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