About Essential Oils

What is an essential oil?

The naturally occurring, volatile aromatic compounds that are found in the seeds, bark, stems, roots, flowers and other parts of the plants. They can be both beautiful and powerfully fragrant. In addition to giving plants their distinctive smells, essential oils protect plants and play a role in plant pollination.

History of Essential Oils

Essential oils have been used throughout history for a wide variety of wellness applications. Frankincense, sandalwood, myrrh and cinnamon were considered very valuable cargo along the caravan trade routes and were sometimes exchanged for gold.

The Egyptians were one of the first people to use essential oils in their religious ceremonies, medical practices, beauty treatment and food preparation.

The Greeks borrowed the Egyptian practices of therapeutic massage and aromatherapy. The Romans also used aromatic oils to promote health and personal hygiene. The Persians, being influenced by the Greeks, Romans, Chinese and Indian Ayurvedic uses of aromatic herbs, began to refine the distillation methods for extracting oils from aromatic plants.

The modern use of essential oils has continued to grow rapidly as health scientists and medical practitioners continue to research and validate the numerous health and wellness benefits of therapeutic-grade essential oils.

How to use essential oils

Essential oils can be used in 3 different ways; topically, aromatically and internally. Essential oils are potent and one drop goes a long way. Not all essential oils are created equal.

• Topically: Due to their natural molecular composition, essential oils are easily absorbed by the skin and can be safely applied topically. Some oils may require mixing with Fractionated Coconut Oil (FCO), olive oil or any carrier oil. Massage the oils to get the blood flowing, because the purpose is to get the oils into the blood stream. Rubbing oils on the bottom of the feet is very effective, due to larger pores. Always dilute oils when using them on babies and children.
• Aromatically: Certain essential oils, when diffused in the air, can be very stimulating while others can be calming and soothing. Low or no-heat essential oils diffusers are recommended as they do not change the chemical structure of the oils being diffused. You can also put a drop or two in your hands and cupping them around your nose and inhaling deep breaths.
• Internally: Essential oils can be used as dietary supplements supporting a variety of healthy conditions. Most doTERRA oils can be used internally by swallowing with a small amounts of water, under the tongue, gargled or taken in capsules. To know which ones can be used internally you can look on the bottle and if the label shows "Supplement" it is safe for internal use.

When using oils, put it where it hurts. For example, if you are experiencing some joint pain in your hands, use the Deep Blue rub or Deep Blue oil and massage into hands. Also use less of the oils more often for maximum results. Keep in mind that every body and what works for one person may not work for another.

Using essential oils can be both profoundly simple and life changing at the same time.


*Be sure to use only therapeutic-grade essential oils and follow all label warnings and instructions. Essential oils should not be used in the eyes, inside the ear canal, or in open wounds. If redness or irritation occurs when using essential oils topically, simply apply vegetable oils such as fractionated coconut oil or olive oil to the affected area. Consult your physician before using essential oils if you are pregnant or under a doctor's care.

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