Cooking With Essential Oils.

Cooking With Essential Oils. 

Essential Oils Are More Potent Than Herbs

Being concentrated, the essential oils contain virtually all of the plants healing nutrients, oxygenating molecules, amino acid precursors, coenzyme A factors, trace minerals, enzymes, vitamins, hormones and more. And because they are concentrated, Essential Oils are from 50 to 70 times more therapeutically potent than the herbs or plants they are derived from.

Unlike dried herbs, which lose up to 90% of their healing nutrients and oxygen molecules, essential oils do not. Best of all, 100% pure, therapeutic Grade A Essential Oils are freely available and safe for cooking and home use. They are not considered medicine by our governments regulatory agencies, but best fall under the food category.

Essential oils have a chemical structure that is similar to human cells and tissues. This makes essential oils compatible with human protein and enables them to be readily identified and accepted by the body. So let's start using essential oils in our cooking for you and your family's vigor and strength!
Essential Oil Cooking Tips:
  
* For stronger spice oils - such as basil, cinnamon, marjoram, nutmeg, oregano, or thyme - dip a toothpick in a bottle of essential oil and stir it in the recipe after cooking. It is an excellent way to flavor food. Imagine, only 2 drops of an essential oil is equivalent to a full bottle (2 oz size) of dried herbs.
 
*      For a recipe that serves 6-10 people, add 1 or 2 drops of a lighter essential oil, such as citrus oils like lemon, orange, tangerine. Stir in just before serving, so the oil does not evaporate.
  
*      Essential oils used in recipes: Add the essential oil right before serving. The heat will evaporate essential oils with the steam. With a few oils that are too strong - such as basil, oregano and rosemary - simmering will produce a wonderfully subtle bouquet that is out of this world.
  
*      Essential oils should be diluted in vegetable oil, agave syrup, almond or rice milk prior to ingestion. As a general rule, dilute 1 drop of essential oil in 1 teaspoon of honey, Agave Syrup, or in 2 ounces of a beverage. (Honey should not be given to children under 2 years of age.)
  
*      Which oils are safe to use for cooking? Rule Number 1: Only use Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade (CPTG) essential oils.
  
*      Essential Oils for Weight Control: The sense of smell is responsible for 90% of our taste. Research has found that by inhaling a culinary scent, such as an essential oil, regularly throughout the day, especially when hungry, can suppress our desire to taste and therefore eat. By inhaling an aroma 6 times in each nostril, the epistat in our brain which controls hunger gets switched off. For best results, change oils daily for variety. Warning: If a culinary aroma is inhaled only briefly, the reverse effect can occur; appetite can be stimulated.
  
*      Don't use a microwave oven! A study by Dr. Radwan Farag of Chairo University showed that just 2 seconds of microwave energy destroys all enzymes in the food and alters the frequency of the food. Heating proteins in the microwave oven for 10 minutes or more may create a new, harmful type of protein. If food is microwaved in plastic dishes or covered with plastic, plastic molecules could end up in the food.
  
*      For an authentic aromatherapy cookbook, get The Essential Oils Cookbook - Outrageous Recipes For Weight Control and Long Life, by Menkit Price.

Some Suggestions for Cooking With Essential Oils:

    * Salad dressings or salad oils: Lemon, lavender, rosemary, clove or peppermint
    * Meat and sauces: Basil, marjoram, oregano, or thyme.
    * Cakes, frosting, puddings, fruit pies: Lemon, clove, orange, tangerine, or peppermint
    * Herbal teas: Lavender, Roman chamomile, orange, tangerine, lemon, peppermint and melissa.
    * Cool refreshing drinks: Lemon, orange, tangerine, or peppermint added to cold water.
    * Flavored honey: Cinnamon, clove, lavender, basil, chamomile or lemon. (Warm honey until it becomes a thin liquid; then add the oil.)
    *Lemon, orange or citrus bliss to sponge cakes.
    *Ginger or cinnamon to cookie dough.
    *Peppermint to chocolate cakes, brownies or frosting.
    *Oregano, marjoram, thyme or basil to tomato sauces for pizza or pasta dishes.
    *Lavender, orange, peppermint or lemon to tea or water

Apple Pie Filling

Ingredients:10 Cups Apple Pieces (Sliced and Peeled)
1/2 Cup Water
...2/3 Cup Honey
2/3 Cup Flour
1/4 tsp Salt
1 Drop Cinnamon Essential Oil
1 Toothpick Ginger Essential Oil Swirled
1 Toothpick Clove Essential Oil Swirled
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Nutmeg
1 Drop Lemon Essential Oil

Directions:Mix all ingredients in a pan and place on stove. Cook until apples are soft and then cool before placing in your pie crust. Bake completed pie at 350° for 40 minutes or until crust is a golden brown.

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Peppermint Chocolates

Use any of your favorite cooking or ordinary Chocolate.
I use milk chocolate for this recipe
220 grams block of Chocolate
3 - 5 drops of doTERRA Peppermint

Directions

• Break blocks and melt in a double boiler
• add essential oils and taste. 
• Add more drops one at a time if required
• spoon out into molds
• Put into Fridge to set.

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Wild Orange

Cooking with Wild Orange Essential Oil dōTERRA’s Wild Orange Essential Oil (Citrus sinensis) has always been a dōTERRA favorite due to its wonderful citrusy aroma and its ability to uplift mood, but it is also great when added to foods and liquids as a natural flavoring. Our wild orange essential oil is cold pressed from orange peel.
Orange essential oil can be added as a flavoring to smoothies, dessert recipes such as orange rolls, frosting, or ice cream, sauces like salad dressing or orange chicken. Wild orange essential oil can be substituted in any recipe that calls for orange juice or orange extract. Simply substitute one drop of wild orange essential oil for one teaspoon orange extract or orange juice.

Enjoy all the benefits of wild orange essential oil plus the great taste in the following summer recipe:

Orange Peach Smoothie• 3 ripe peaches peeled and pitted
• 1 cup plain yogurt
• 1 T Honey
• 4 ice cubes
• 1-2 drops Wild Orange Essential Oil

Mix in blender and enjoy!

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Wild Orange Chocolates - Taste like Jaffas

Use any of your favorite cooking or ordinary Chocolate.
I use dark chocolate for this recipe
220 grams block of Chocolate
3 - 5 drops of doTERRA Wild Orange
Directions

• Break blocks and melt in a double boiler
• Add essential oils and taste. 
• Add more drops one at a time if required
• Spoon into molds
• Put into Fridge to set.

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Lemon Cake

1 vanilla cake mix
1tsp of Vanilla
Juice and Zest from 1 Lemon
3-4 drops of doTERRA Lemon Essential Oil.

Make cake as per directions, add the vanilla and half of the lemon juice and all of the zest.
Add in 2 drops of lemon oil and mix one last time. Bake as directed in cake pan.
Let cool then turn out and pock holes in the top of the cake throughout.  Mix the remaining Lemon juice and 1-2 drops of Lemon oil. Pour over cake so the juice seeps into the holes an makes it extra moist and lemony. Very Yummy.

Tip- Lemon as like all essential oils is very potent. Less is more.  Even if you are a true lemon lover, take it one drop as a time to see what suits your taste.

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Lemon Fudge

Servings:36 pieces

• 2 1/4 cups sugar
• 3/4 cup evaporated milk
• 255gr white chocolate chips
• 115gr butter, cut into small pieces
• 1-2 drops of doTERRA Lemon Oil (lemon oil is strong) 
• 1 Zest from one lemon 
• 1 -2 drop yellow food coloring

Directions:Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 21 mins

1. Line an 8x8 pan by with aluminum foil and butter the foil.
2. Combine the sugar and evaporated milk in a pan over medium heat. Stir continuously while the mixture comes to a boil. Once the mixture is fully boiling, continue to cook, stirring constantly, for six minutes.
3. After six minutes, remove the pan from the heat. Quickly stir in the butter, white chocolate chips, lemon oil or extract, lemon zest, and a few drops of yellow food coloring (if using). Continue stirring until the fudge is smooth.
4. Pour the fudge into the prepared pan. Allow it to set at room temperature for at least two hours. Once set, cut it into squares

Hot Spinach and Artichoke Dip

1 226gr package Cream Cheese, softened
1/4 c. Mayonnaise
1/4 c/ Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4c. Romano Cheese
1 Garlic Clove peeled or minced
1 drop doTerra Basil Essential Oil
1/4 t. Garlic Salt  1 (14oz ) can Artichoke Hearts, drained and chopped finely
1/2 c. Frozen Chopped Spinach, thawed and drained
1/4 c. Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Lightly grease a small baking dish.  In a medium bowl, mix together cream cheese, mayonnaise, parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, garlic, basil, garlic salt, salt and pepper to taste.  Gently stir in artichoke hearts and spinach.  Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.  Top with the mozzarella cheese.  Bake in the pre-heated oven 25 minutes, until bubbly and lightly browned.  12 servings

Peppermint Iced Tea

4 decaffeinated green tea bags
1/4 c Blue Agave
3 drops doTerra Peppermint Essential oil
3 limes


In the bottom of a 64 oz pitcher, pour agave and peppermint essential oil.  Pour hot water over top and stir.  Add tea bags and steep until it has a dark caramel color.  Quarter limes.  Fill serving glasses with ice and squeeze one lime slice in each glass.  Pour tea over ice and garnish with a sprig of mint and serve

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Summer Fresh Oven-Peaches with doTERRA clove

6 peaches
2 drops doTERRA essential Clove
1 toothpick method of doTERRA Cinnamon
1 Tbls chopped mint
2 Tbls butter
1 Tbls honey
5 Tbls brown sugar

Whip cream topping:
240ml heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar

Sprinkle with additional powdered sugar.
Directions
Cut peaches in half and remove seed. Place peaches in an oven-safe dish and sprinkle with mint and cinnamon. Melt butter and mix with honey, add the drops of clove oil, cinnamon and brown sugar. Brush each peach with butter mixture. Bake for 30 minutes on 180 C
Whip cream and 120ml powdered sugar together until stiff peaks form. Place 2 halves of peach on plate and garnish with 1 tablespoon of whipped cream.
Enjoy!

essential oils for hair

List of Essential Oils and Their Benefits To Hair

Lavender Oil: Not only known for its gorgeous scent, it has proven hair benefits and is good for all hair types.  Lavender oil is extracted mostly from the flowers of the lavender plant, primarily through steam distillation. It is a good treatment for dandruff and itching, helpful in controlling hair breakage and improving hair growth. Most widely known to treat alopecia areata, a condition where you lose excessive hair, especially in patches. Daily massage with lavender oil has proven to help significant re-growth and gives you the results in a few months. Lavender oil blends well with many other essential oils including jojoba, rosemary and tea tree oils.

Chamomile Oil:  chamomile is known to  soothe the nerves  and it does the same for your hair and scalp, in fact it is the most soothing of the essential oils for the hair and scalp. Chamomile helps to retract skin cells that have been inflamed from chemical procedures, and harsh weather conditions and helps with itching scaly scalp and dandruff.

Peppermint Oil: helps to stimulate blood flow to the root of the hair. This is very important for hair as it helps the hair to receive proper nourishment. This in turn will lead to hair growth. That tingly feeling when peppermint oil is felt on the scalp is actually the stimulation of  blood flow to hair.

Rosemary Oil – Is another oil which doubles as a fragrant oil and an essential oil. The oil is derived from the rosemary plant and is very useful for dandruff problems and flaky itchy scalp. Rosemary oil stimulates the hair follicles; as a result hair, can grow longer and stronger.

Tea Tree Oil: is a great moisturizer for the hair, it helps to keep the scalp free of bacteria and fungal problems. Tea tree oil unblocks the sebaceous glands and encourage the flow of the scalp’s own moisturizing oils while clearing away dead skin cells. Tea tree oil mixed with other essential oils is especially good as a scalp treatment for relieving dandruff.

Lemon Oil:  is especially beneficial for oily hair, it is recommended that persons with dry hair not use lemon oil, it is a good treatment for dry scalp, dandruff, lice, and under-active sebaceous glands

Myrrh Oil: On the other hand myrrh is very good for dry hair. It helps with the treatment for dry scalp, dandruff problems and under-active sebaceous glands. Use instead of lemon oil if your hair is not oily.

There are several other essential oils that can be used for various hair and scalp conditions. The beauty about essential oils is that once you find one that is good for your hair you can stick with it and you will continue getting great results.

Fragrant Oils For Hair
Carrier Oils

1. Worwood, Valerie Ann: The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, 1991,  New World Library

1. Jones, Marlene, The Complete Guide to Creating Oils, Soaps, Creams, and Herbal Gels for Your Body and Mind: 101 Natural Body Care Recipes, 2011, Atlantic Publishing Company.

The best fragrances to use are the natural ones (synthetic fragrances can damage hair) and that is why pure essential oils, diluted in carrier oils are great when you want to add a nice scent to your hair. Put a few drops on your comb or in your final hair rinse water or in your favorite carrier oil and your hair will smell great while being conditioned.

Fragrant Essential Oil Suggestions:

Rosemary,

Lavender,

Sandalwood,

Jasmine.

Scalp Massage: Put 3-5 drops on your fingertips and lightly massage into scalp.

Another type of oil for hair is called carrier oils. The oils are called carrier oils because they carry the essential oil onto the skin. Carrier oils are also known as base oil or vegetable oil they are usually derived from seeds or nuts. Carrier oils are best used as natural and unadulterated as possible. Cold pressing and maceration are the two main methods of producing carrier oils. Carrier oils are very important in hair care; they are great moisturizers, strengtheners and very nourishing for hair.

List of Carrier Oils and Their Benefits To Hair

Jojoba Oil – The debate is whether jojoba is the king of the carrier oils. Many scalp related problems are caused by a hardened build-up of sebum that clogs the hair follicles and may cause some types of scaling. If this hardened build-up is not removed, it can eventually obstruct the hair follicle’s ability to function properly, jojoba rapidly penetrates down to the scalp and hair shaft, and readily loosens and dissolves this hardened build-up. The scalp and hair follicles are left clean and free to continue their normal function. Jojoba is great for all hair types and has an ability to inhibit excess activity of the sebaceous glands making it the perfect choice for people with oily scalps that still need conditioning. Likewise it can be used for dry hair as it helps to moisturize your hair properly.

Olive Oil – Only olive oil that is labelled “extra virgin” guarantees that the oil has been cold pressed from freshly harvested olives and does not contain chemicals. Extra virgin olive oil that is green in color is of higher quality than golden-yellow oil. Olive oil helps in preventing as well as curing hair loss as  it prevents the production of the hormone DTH which causes the hair follicle shaft to decrease. Regular application of olive oil to hair prevents the production of DTH hormones on the scalp, thus getting rid of the problem of hair loss. For relaxed/permed hair ladies excessive chemical use can cause hair damage, olive oil contains antioxidants that promotes a healthy hair  and scalp. Olive oil strengthens and smooths hair cuticles.

Coconut Oil - Coconut oil consists of more than ninety percent of saturated fats Vitamin-E and Vitamin K and minerals such as Iron. Coconut oil is considered one of the best natural nutrition for hair and is in contention with olive and jojoba oils as the king of the carrier oils. It is an excellent conditioner and helps in the re-growth of damaged hair. It also provides the essential proteins required for nourishing damaged hair and it softens the hair and conditions the scalp.

Castor Oil – is a vegetable oil obtained from the castor bean. Castor oil is a colorless to very pale yellow liquid with mild or no odor or taste. It is rich in ricinoleic acid and can be used to treat skin conditions such as fungal infections. It nourishes hair and prevents the scalp from drying by retaining moisture. Castor oil added to hair care products helps to seal moisture, softens, and visibly thickens hair. Castor oil can also be used by itself on the hair to seal in moisture.

Vitamin E Oil - Proper circulation leads to thriving hair follicles  which leads to hair growth. Vitamin E contains valuable antioxidants that help to keep the immune system up and improves circulation to all parts of the body, including the scalp. When added to homemade products, Vitamin E extends their shelf life. This oil  rejuvenates and offers protection for the scalp and skin.

Avocado Oil- is extracted from the king of the ‘hair’ fruits avocado. It is full of vitamins that your hair needs like vitamins A, E, D and potassium. If you want a super deep conditioner treatment without having to buy a commercial preparation, you can add avocado oil to the other carrier oils and you will definitely feel and see the difference.

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essential oils for beauty

Essential Oils and Skin 
Five Top Oils for Skin
Sandalwood
This is a great oil for acne and skin infections in general. It’s a powerful antibacterial and anti fungal
agent. Use a few drops of it in a clay mask base. Use a teaspoon full of bentonite clay, about half a
teaspoon of apple cider vinegar and 5 drops of sandalwood. Mix all this together and add more clay or
vinegar to get a creamy consistency. Apply this all over your face and neck and let sit for 5 minutes at
least. Rinse off, tone, and moisturize. Doing this at least once a week should give you great results.
Clary-Sage This is a great oil for acne and it also does a wonderful job with wrinkles and fine lines as
well. Add this oil to your moisturizer. Generally 3 drops to every pump/squeeze of moisturizer is more
than enough. 
Geranium This oil works wonders for wrinkles like Clary-sage and is also indicated for disturbed and
sensitive skin, as well as broken capillaries and can be used on either oily or dry skin. This is another one
that can be added to the moisturizer. Add this to your toner, which you can make of half apple cider
vinegar and water (for oily skin) or just water (for dry skin). 3 drops in 1 oz is a good amount to start
with. 
Tea Tree Tea tree oil is wonderful for spot treating. It clears up pimples in two days or less and greatly
reduces their reoccurrence due to its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory power. Use tea tree oil directly
on pimples that you would be tempted to "pick at". It’s also a good additive to a toner, preparing it the
same way as the geranium toner above. 
Lavender It’s a wonderful skin care oil and belongs here, especially since it is the great balancer.
Lavender does an excellent job at balancing oil production in the skin as well as clearing blemishes and
evening skin tone. It’s indicated for all skin types and even helps to hydrate dry skin. Lavender can be
used at any step in your skincare regimen. It works well in a scrub, toner, mask, or moisturizer and it’s
absolutely fine to use it in all four. Five drops or less is a good amount to begin with in a tablespoon of
any of these. This is also one of the oils that can be used directly on the skin without worry so there is
very little issue of using too much.
Essential Oils for Dry Skin
The best essential oils for dry skin are those that moisturize and provide nourishment to the cells. Dry
skin will usually benefit from:
• Sandalwood
• Gentle Baby
• Roman Chamomile
• Cedarwood
• Rosewood
• Rose
• Patchouli
• Helichrysum
• Myrrh
These oils can be applied neat (straight on the skin), or they can be mixed into a small amount of extra
virgin olive oil, avocado seed oil, virgin coconut oil, almond oil, jojoba oil, or another pure base oil.
Essential Oils for Acne
Acne is produced by dirt, bacteria, and natural facial oils (or sebum) that builds up and creates
inflammation. Stress and hormones can also be a factor. The best essential oils to treat acne include:
• Melaleuca
• Eucalyptus
• Clary sage
• Lavender
• Geranium
• Chamomile
• Rosewood
• Cypress
*Lemongrass will help balance pH, decongest the lymphatics and stimulate circulation
Thieves Foaming Hand may also be helpful
As with the oils recommended for dry skin, these oils can be applied directly to the areas with acne or
pimples, or they can be mixed into a base oil like almond or jojoba.Essential Oils for Oily Skin
Oily skin usually occurs where skin care products have been overused. The skin attempts to compensate by
overproduction of natural skin oils. Whether or not this is the cause, some of the best essential oils to balance
oily skin include:
• Lavender
• Bergamot
• Cypress
• Nutmeg
• Orange*
• Lemongrass
• Helichrysum
• Melaleuca
• Chamomile
Frankincense
Clary sage
•
These oils can usually be applied neat (straight on the skin) but don't be afraid to use a small amount of extra
virgin olive oil or another base oil to dilute if they sting or seem too strong. *Caution-photosensitivity
Essential Oils for Wrinkles, Bruises, Scars and More
Other skin concerns and conditions may also benefit from pure essential oils.
• Wrinkles– Frankincense, sandalwood, lavender, Helichrysum, patchouli, cypress, geranium
• Bruises – Helichrysum, lavender, rosewood
• Scars – Helichrysum, lavender, hyssop, cypress, frankincense, myrrh, sandalwood
• Stretch Marks – Lavender, frankincense, geranium, myrrh, Gentle Baby
To Rejuvenate and heal: Rosewood
Prevent and Retard Wrinkles: Lavender, Spikenard, Myrrh
Regenerate: Geranium, Helichrysum, Spikenard
Restore Skin Elasticity: Rosewood, Lavender, or Ylang Ylang with Lavender
Moles: 1-2 drops Oregano (NEAT)
Home Spa without chemicals: Citrus oils combined with a little (very little) cinnamon are luscious and
when combined with organic sugar and V-6 are gently exfoliating and leave the skin incredibly soft and
hydrated. Use a soak for hands (or feet) with bath gel base and just a drop or two of Highest Potential and
finish with Sensation Lotion. Animal Scents and a warm towel will soften and soothe heels, elbows, knees -
any spot that's rough. For beautiful nails buff with a buffing sponge until pink and glowing - very attractive
and not a drop of polish is needed!
WRINKLES
COMBAT
PREMATURE
AGING OF SKIN
SAGGING
SKING
CHAPPED,
DRY OR
CRACKED
SKIN
OVERACTIVE OR
OILY SKIN
2 Patchouli
3 Lavender
4 Geranium
6 Rosewood
1 OZ. V6
6 Rosewood
4 Geranium
3 Lavender
2 Frankincense
1 OZ. V6
8 Sage
8 Pine
8 Lemongrass
1 OZ V6
Apply 2X daily
4 Rosewood
4 Patchouli
4 Geranium
1 OZ. V6
Tea Tree or
Purification
Dilute 50:50
Other good oils:
Geranium, jasmine,
lavender, lemon,
patchouli, rosewood
ENERGIZING TONIC FOR SKIN NATURAL SUNSCREEN PSORIASIS
1 cup fine sea salt
2 Tbsp. V6
5-6 drops Peppermint, Rosemary,
Geranium or Spruce
Mix all of above in bowl, set by
shower
Get completely wet, then rub handful
of mixture over body in brisk, gentle
circular motions. Rinse off. No
moisturizer needed
10 drops Helichrysum
5 drops Lavender
3 drops Chamomile
Mix with 100 drops of V6 (approx 1tsp)
OR
3-6 drops Helichrysum with 100 drops
of sesame oil or olive oil. 
Apply on skin every few hours.
Sesame oil blocks 30%
Coconut & Olive oil 20%
Aloe Vera 20%
Helichrysum 20-30%
2 Patchouli
2 Roman Chamomile
2 Lavender
2 Tea Tree (Melaleuca
Altern.)
Apply NEAT
(undiluted)TOENAIL FUNGUS ORGANIC OATMEAL & HONEY
MASQUE
SAGGING SKIN
20 Thyme
10 Oregano 
10 Cinnamon bark
1 OZ. V 6
Apply topically 2Xdaily
Flaked Oatmeal – put in blender
Add Honey, combine and add any:
Frankincense w/ Helichrysum, Ylang
Ylang, Patchouli, Sage, Geranium,
Lemon, Lemongrass or Rosewood
Morning Evening
6 Tangerine 16 Patchouli
6 Cypress 10 Cypress
 10 Geranium
 2 Sandalwood
 Mix each in 1 OZ V6
All Purpose Scrub
1 tsp. Blue Cornmeal in a little warm water
1 drop Young Living Lavender essential oil
1 drop Young Living Ylang Ylang essential oil
(In this recipe, from Saving Face, using Blue Cornmeal is better because it is finer.)
Mix all ingredients together and apply to face in gentle circular motions. Rinse well, pat dry.
Almond Scrub
1 tsp. finely ground almond
1 tsp. almond oil
1 drop Young Living Lemon essential oil
Mix all ingredients together in your palm pat over face. Leave on for 30 seconds. Rinse well. Do 2X a week
Improve Skin Tone
To lift graying cells and enliven skin tone: add 1/2 tsp. apple cider vinegar, 1 pinch fine sea salt, 1 tsp. oat
flakes, and 1 teaspoon finely ground almonds, with 1 drop of Young Living Basil essential oil (mix the basil,
salt and vinegar and then apply
For Wrinkles
 Add 10 drops of Frankincense to 1 oz. of Young Living's Sandalwood Cream.
~ OR ~ Mix following oils into 1 oz. V6 
5 drops Sandalwood
5 drops Geranium
5 drops Lavender
5 drops Frankincense
Strawberry or Raspberry Body Rub
3-4 drops Lemon, Lavender or Rosewood essential oil
1 cup fine sea salt
3 ripe strawberries or raspberries
1 tbsp. apricot or almond oil 
Pour salt into a bowl, add the essential oil and strawberries or raspberries and mash together. 
Rub a small handful of the salt mixture over your body in brisk yet gentle circular motions - spending
extra time on knees, elbows and heels.
Rinse off. No moisturizer needed.
Note: can be stored n refrigerator in a covered container for up to two weeks - ready to use. 
Young Living Products
"A superior concept in skin restoration, Young Living's ART, Age Refining Technology, combines
DNS recovery enzymes - an advanced technology- with a proprietary Anti-Aging Peptide Complex, to
reduce the look of fine lines and wrinkles, diminish age spots, even skin tone and increase the elasticity
and density of your skin." Young Living has added Frankincense and Sandalwood for their ability to
replenish DNA and Wolfberry Seed Oil, known for its superior moisturizing and skin conditioning
properties. You can be sure that this system does not contain PEG (polyethylene glycol) compoundsMake Your Own Special Ointments!
By Debra Rayburn
.
Would you like an easy way to create that special salve in minutes with almost no mess? Then read on for
the simplest way to take your Young Living truly therapeutic grade essential oils to new heights. I have
included several recipes to get you started. Show your friends you care and give someone a special
ointment for a particular health challenge. What a simple and easy way to introduce someone to the
awesome power and wonder of Young Living Essential Oils. Let your creative juices flow!
Have fun and enjoy your new creations.
Supplies you’ll need:
Rose Ointment from Young Living (a mildly scented essential oil ointment for topical use that is ideally
suited for enhancing with more essential oils to create your personal blend
Essential oils selected for your recipe
Small stainless steel sauce pan (one cup is ideal)
Label to mark your new creation
Optional – smaller jars for lip balms or for sharing (may be purchased at www.abundant-health4u.com )
Basic Instructions you will follow:
1. Scoop out the Rose Ointment into the saucepan 
2. Drop the essential oils from the recipe into the empty Rose Ointment container. (do not wipe the
container clean, just use a blunt knife or spatula to empty most of the contents) 
3. Warm the Rose Ointment on medium high heat until melted, remove from heat and let cool 2-5
minutes. Wiggle the pan around – like the Jiffy Pop popcorn – so you get everything melted on
the lowest heat possible. 
4. Pour melted Rose Ointment back into its container (which now has your added essential oils).
The melted Rose Ointment will automatically mix with the added essential oils. 
5. Let sit uncovered until solid. DO NOT place in refrigerator or freezer to hasten this process. You
will be left with a hole in the middle of the jar. Hardening should only take about one hour,
depending on your room air temperature. 
6. Label and use. 
Add the following essential oils to the 2 ounce jar of Rose Ointment. All numbers preceding the essential
oil name are drops. When creating your own recipe, keep the number of drops to 10 per 2 ounces of
ointment base. A few of the recipes below use more than the suggested drops. Do not use more than eight
single oils or three blends in your creation
Rose Ointment Recipes
Hemorrhoids # 1
3 Cypress
2 Cistus
3 Basil
1 Spikenard
1 Wintergreen
Hemorrhoids # 2
4 Cypress
2 Myrtle
2 Myrrh
2 Roman Chamomile
Nail Strength, Growth
& Cuticle 
4 Myrrh
2 Lemon
2 Frankincense
2 Citrus Fresh
Cold Sores & Fever
Blisters
2 Melissa
1 Ravensara
1 Thyme
2 Sandalwood
2 Lavender
2 Melrose
Athletes Foot
2 Abundance
1 Thieves
2 Melrose
Diaper Rash
4 Gentle Baby
2 Lavender
2 German Chamomile
1 Cypress
1 Melrose
Wrinkles # 1
2 Myrrh
2 Sandalwood
2 Patchouli
2 Rose
2 Spikenard
Wrinkles # 2
2 Rosewood
3 Geranium
2 Frankincense
3 SpikenardFemale Salve # 1 Do not
use when pregnant
For: Itching, genital herpes,
Candida, infections 
May be used topically
or as an insertion
1 Lady Sclareol
2 Melrose 
1 bergamot
1 Melissa
1 Lavender
1 Australian Blue
1 Roman Chamomile
2 Mt. Savory
Female Salve # 2 –
May be used when
pregnant or nursing for
the same 
conditions as salve # 1
3 Gentle Baby
3 Three Wise Men
3 Patchouli
 1 Rosewood
Lip Balm – makes 8
quarter ounce lip balm
size containers
3 Myrrh
2 Rosewood
3 Patchouli
Plus add two drops of
one of the following for
a nice flavor: 
Citrus Fresh, tangerine,
lavender, peppermint,
orange, lemon or
cinnamon
Nursing Mom’s Best
Friend for dry cracked
nipples
4 Geranium
2 St. Maries lavender
2 Myrrh
2 Gentle baby
Eczema and Itching
2 Lavender
1 German Chamomile
1 Cistus
3 Rosewood
2 Geranium
1 JuvaCleanse (may use
Helichrysum)
JuvaCleanse has high
amounts of 
Helichrysum and carrot,
both great for the skin)
Breast Health,
lymphatic cleanse 
(Digital Imaging
Thermography on
 the breast was used to
verify the 
effectiveness of this
recipe)
5 Idaho Balsam Fir 
5 Ledum
5 Australian Blue
5 Eucalyptus Radiata 
Shoulder Tension Rub
(this recipe breaks
 the rules for not using
more than three blends, 
but is very effective)
5 Dragon Time
5 Surrender
5 Harmony
5 Aroma Seiz
5 White Angelica
Testimonials
I have had wonderful results with Patchouli. After I wash my face, I use 2-3 drops of Patchouli. It may help acne,
protects against UV radiation, tightens loose skin, prevents wrinkles, heals chapped skin and so on. My face has
never looked better. I receive compliments frequently. Plus, this summer my face never burned in the sun. This is a
great oil for both men and women.
Enjoying the sun, Barb
Myrrh is great for the skin. I use Myrrh in V6 when I do my wraps and it will draw little rods of petrochemicals out
of my belly. (Glad to get them off my reproductive organs.) But since Myrrh is an analgesic and it supports the skin,
any rashes or reactions don't itch or irritate me.
By the way, spring is here and so is more sunshine. Put half a 15 ml bottle of Myrrh in a 3.8 ounce bottle of V6 to
use as sunscreen. You can add Sandalwood to it if you want to improve the youthfulness of your skin. Tiffany
“My first exposure to Young Living was doing cancer research using their line of essential oils. What impressed me
the most about Young Living was the quality, purity and consistency of their products. So, when I heard about their
new skin care regimen that utilized the benefits of essential oils, I knew I had to try it! This product is unique
because it combines the technology of DNA recovery enzymes with pure essential oils, to create a synergy not found
in other anti-aging products on the market. As a committed user, I am so impressed with the way A·R·T has made
my skin feel. Its ability to moisturize my dry skin without weighing it down or clogging my pores is critical for me.
Even my husband has noticed my softer, clearer skin! As a scientist, I am very impressed with the research and the
quality of ingredients in these products, but as a woman, I am enjoying the way it makes my skin feel and benefiting
from the results!” Nicole Stevens, Biochemist
Reference
Essential Science Publishing (compiled by), Essential Oils Desk Reference
Reference Guide of Essential Oils, Connie and Alan Higley

Eseesntial oils for health

Most essential oils have antibacterial qualities and have varying physical and emotional effects depending on the oil, such as stimulation, relaxation, pain relief and healing. The most common ways to use essential oils include:

• Aromatherapy
• Massaging them (blended with a carrier oil) into the skin
• Adding them to bathwater
• Using them in a compress
• Burning them in a diffuser

In The Maker’s Diet, Dr. Jordan Rubin recommends 14 essential oils that have unique healing properties. He suggests putting five to 10 drops (total) of these "top healing oils" into a warm bath for a real "healing treat." Below you will find five beneficial essential oils along with their uses. I encourage you to check out The Maker’s Diet to learn more about some of the more exotic, but highly effective, essential oils available.

I'd also like to point out that essential oils are not the same thing as fragrance oils. Essential oils come from plants while fragrance oils are artificially created and often contain synthetic chemicals. While they may smell good and are typically less expensive, they will not give you the therapeutic benefits of organic essential oils--and you don't want to be inhaling any synthetic chemicals! So, please be sure that the essential oil you use is of the highest quality and 100 percent pure.

Sandalwood* This scent is woody and floral, rich and sweet, and is used for: Low self-esteem Insecurity Stress Enhanced sleep Female reproductive and endocrine health Urinary tract infections Bronchitis Stretch marks Depression Laryngitis Sensitive skin Cedarwood Has a slightly sharp, woody and sweet aroma that is useful for: Anxiety Skin problems like acne, psoriasis, dandruff and dermatitis Arthritis Bronchitis Coughing Cystitis Stress Insect repellant Hair loss Tuberculosis Gonorrhea Peppermint This well-known minty fragrance is used for: Mental fatigue Nausea Headache Exhaustion Vertigo Asthma Flatulence Sinusitis

Lavender The scent is fresh, sweet, and floral and is used for: Anxiety Depression Irritability Mental fatigue Panic attacks Stress Oily skin Bruises Stretch marks Earache Chickenpox Hypertension Vertigo Whooping cough Flatulence Frankincense This has a woody, spicy and slightly fruity smell and is used for: Insecurity Grief Immune system stimulation Cancer Depression Allergies Headache Herpes Brain damage from head injuries Panic Attacks Anxiety Asthma Coughing Bronchitis Scars Stress Stretch marks, stress

Caution: Essential oils can produce very strong and significant changes in tiny amounts. They must be used with caution, especially during pregnancy. It is important to consult someone knowledgeable in aromatherapy before experimenting with these oils.

* Although sandalwood is a beneficial oil, the trees must be felled to collect the product and there has been much over-harvesting. Indian sandalwood is controlled by the Indian government, which allows a limited amount of the essential oil to be traded on the world market. However, due to its high value sandalwood may be produced illegally without replanting programs in place. There is concern that this oil should be on the endangered list and many essential oil producers are contemplating not selling it, so you may want to seek an alternative oil, such as Western Australian sandalwood.

How To Use Essential Oils Effectively

How To Use Essential Oils Effectively

A Comprehensive Overview

This article is a comprehensive overview of how to use essential oils effectively.

The article includes:

• The Seven Best Ways of Using Essential Oils Effectively

• How Essential Oils Work: Absorption and Effects

• Contamination: Ten Important Facts To Know Before Purchasing

• The Safe Use of Essential Oils

The Seven Best Ways of Using Essential Oils for Health and Healing

1) Inhalations

This is the use of essential oils on hot compress, in diffusers, or in hot water for inhalation. Standard dose is 10 drops. Best for respiratory and sinus, headaches. Caution: prolonged inhalation of concentrated essential oils can cause headaches, vertigo, dizziness, nausea, and lethargy.

2) Baths

The best way to use essential oils in the bath is to mix them first with salts or an emulsifier such as milk or sesame oil. Aromatic bath salts disperse the oils safely into the water, and milk and sesame oil emulsify the essential oil so that it disperses. Without salts or an emulsifier, drops of essential oils will float on the water and then get directly on the skin. Combined with the heat of the water, this can cause dermotoxicity, especially if the oils are of a heating nature. Oils that should be avoided in the bath include spicy oils such as cinnamon oil, oregano oil, thyme oil, and tulsi; phototoxic oils such as citruses, especially bergamot oil; and those with specific irritant potential such as lemongrass oil. The oils that are generally considered mild and safe for bath are lavender oil, clary sage oil, rose oil, geranium oil, frankincense oil, sandalwood oil, eucalyptus oil, and conifers such as cedar oil, fir oil, pine oil, pinon pine essential oil, spruce oil, and juniper oil to name a few. A generally safe dose is 5 - 10 drops, mixed with 1/2 to 1 cup of salt or emulsifier. Aromatic baths are excellent for skin problems, circulatory problems, respiratory symptoms, stress and nervous tension, insomnia, muscular and menstrual pains. Caution: overuse of essential oils in the bath can cause irritation. Use only mild, non-irritating oils for bath, such as lavender oil and clary sage oil.

3) Compresses

10 drops oil in 4 oz hot water, soak cloth, wrap.

Good for bruises, wounds, muscular aches and pains, dysmenorrhea, skin problems.

4) Facial steam

1 - 5 drops on hot water in a pot, cover head with a towel, steam face. Excellent for opening sinuses, headaches, skin treatment.

5) Massage

Pure essential oils are about 70 times more concentrated than the whole plant. Dilutions are typically 2% - 10%. For adults, a 2.5% dilution is recommended for most purposes. For children under 12, 1% is generally safe. A 2.5% blend for a 1 ounce bottle of carrier oil is 15 drops of essential oil.

1% blend = 6 drops per oz

2% blend = 12 drops per oz

3% blend = 18 drops per oz

5% blend = 30 drops per oz

10% blend = 60 drops per oz

Floracopeia infuses oils of jasmine, neroli, rose and vanilla with marula oil for our different massage oil blends.

6) Direct Palm Inhalation

Caution: This method of use should only be done with oils that can be safely applied to the skin (see the toxicology and safety section below). Apply 1-2 drops of oil to the palms, rub together gently and inhale deeply. This is an excellent method of use for a quick and easy exposure to the anti-microbial and other therapeutic uses of essential oils.

7) Diffusers

There are various types of diffusers on the market, with different advantages and disadvantages.

Candle diffusers

Usually a heat resistant vessel for water and essential oils, and a heat resistant platform that holds the vessel over a small candle.

Advantages: very simple to use; provides light background fragrancing

Disadvantages: does not produce strong concentration for therapeutic benefits.

Electric heat diffusers

Small absorbent pads are placed inside of a heating chamber with ventilation that allows the aromatic compounds to evaporate into the surrounding air.

Advantages: easy to use; minimal maintenance; can diffuse thicker oils.

Disadvantages: heat damages some aromatic compounds.

Cool air nebulizing diffusers

A system that uses air pressure generated by a compressing unit to vaporize the essential oils. A glass nebulizing bulb serves as a condenser, allowing only the finest particles of the essential oil to escape into the air.

Advantages: strong diffusion maximizes therapeutic benefits in respiratory conditions.

Disadvantages: diffusers need to be cleaned regularly. More viscous oils cannot be diffused (such as sandalwood oil or ylang ylang oil).

Timers Electric heat and cool air nebulizers can be purchased with timers, to produce intermittent diffusion. This reduces the amount of oil consumed, and prevents over-saturation in a room.

The Absorption and Effects of Essential Oils

Glandular

Essential oils probably exert their most powerful and direct pharmacological effects systemically via the blood supply to the brain. They also have an indirect effect via the olfactory nerve pathways into the brain. Essential oil fragrances are absorbed through blood circulation and nerve pathways from the sinuses into the central glands of the brain, which control emotional, neurological, and immunological functions.

Skin

Essential oils are absorbed in minute quantities through the skin, depending on the oil, dilution, and application (carrier oil, compress, etc). Many of the indications for specific oils include various skin conditions.

Respiratory

Essential oils are inhaled during treatment, which have a direct effect on the sinuses, throat, and lungs. Many essential oils are specific medicines for respiratory conditions.

Circulation

Many essential oils have beneficial effects on circulatory problems, both through dermal and respiratory absorption. These oils enhance the circulation stimulating effects of massage.

Adulteration and Contamination of Essential Oils

The 10 Most Important Points To Know Before You Purchase Essential Oils

1) “Pure”

In the US, the term “pure” has no legal meaning and is often applied to just about anything.

2) Synthetic Fragrances

Certain oils do not exist in a natural state, and are only available as synthetic fragrances or “bouqueted” fragrances (combination of essential oils, absolutes, and synthetics). These include honeysuckle, linden, gardenia, frangipani.

3) Adulteration

The more expensive an oil, the more risk of adulteration. Some oils are highly adulterated, such as melissa (lemon balm), rose, and sandalwood.

4) Chain of Supply

The fragrance industry has many levels of buyers and suppliers. The more levels that are involved, the more there is risk of adulteration. Large volumes of oils are sold as “genuine” and “pure,” which are not. False advertising is rampant in the aromatherapy world. It is best to get oils directly from the distiller. Some pesticides are carried over in the extracting process, some are not. Expressed citrus oils contain pesticide residues.

5) Grades

Lower grades of oils are frequently sold as higher. A good example is ylang ylang.

6) Extenders

Many oils are “extended” using synthetic or natural solvents. Expensive oils are frequently extended with jojoba. Some oils are extended to make them more pourable, like benzoin; the solvent is frequently questionable.

7) Bulking

Bulking is the post-distillation combining of oils from one or more species, or loading plants of the same species from different harvests into the still together. Dried plant material from different years may be bulked with fresh. Bulking is done to make the product cheaper and/or to make it conform to some standard desirable to the fragrance or flavoring industries.

8) Rectified or Redistilled

Oils that have had natural components removed from them: terpene-less oils, furocoumarin-free oils.

9) Folded

Oils, (usually citrus) that have been redistilled a number of times to remove more of the monoterpenes (usually) to make the oil more desirable for the flavoring industry.

10) Reconstituted

Oils that have had natural or synthetic chemical components added to them after distillation.

The Safe Use of Essential Oils

In general, when used properly essential oils are quite safe and highly beneficial. However, because their uses are still relatively unknown, people can and do hurt themselves by using these highly concentrated botanical substances improperly.

Toxicology and Safety

* Do not use essential oils internally.

* Do not apply directly to skin; always dilute with carrier oil.

* Keep out of reach of children.

* Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

* Do not use citrus oils before exposure to UV light.

* Use only pure essential oils; avoid synthetic fragrances.

* Do not use essential oils on infants, children, pregnant women, the elderly, or those with serious health problems, without advanced medical study.

* Avoid prolonged exposure without ventilation.

* Store essential oils and carrier oils properly to avoid degradation and rancidity.

Do not use essential oils internally:

There are two exceptions to this rule.

The first is properly administered dosages of essential oil medications prescribed by a licensed physician. This is now occurring in certain European clinics, but is rarely available in the US. People should avoid using essential oils internally if prescribed by a lay practitioner, especially if the practitioner’s education is primarily from the marketing perspective rather than clinical.

The second exception is biocompatible levels of essential oil ingestion when taken as part of the diet. A good example of this is oregano oil. Oregano oil is widely marketed for internal consumption, with numerous claims made about its therapeutic efficacy. In actual practice, the internal consumption of this oil frequently causes the typical symptoms associated with the ingestion of essential oils, such as extreme gastric hyperacidity. On the other hand, the use of oregano as a fresh herb, steamed at the end of food preparation, provides all the benefits of oregano oil at a biocompatible level, with none of the gastric dangers.

Should accidental ingestion of any significant amount of an essential oil occur, immediately call your local Poison Control Center. Do not induce vomiting. Do not give water if breathing or swallowing is difficult.

Do not apply directly to skin; always dilute with carrier oil.

Essential oils are very concentrated. Dilute all essential oils before applying to the skin, either in a fatty oil, or in water as when used on a compress.

There are two exceptions to this rule.

The first is the use of attars as natural perfumes. Because the floral essences are distilled into a base of sandalwood oil, the sandalwood oil acts as a carrier which dilutes the potency of the pure essential oil.

The second is the reasonable use of mild essential oils that have a well documented history of safety. The best example of this is lavender; however, even lavender can be problematic for some people.

Skin reactivity is becoming more of a problem as synthetic aroma chemicals become more common adulterants in the essential oil industry. A general rule is to never apply more than one to two drops of undiluted oil to the skin. Patch testing is always advisable. For people with sensitive skin, always test a small area with a diluted oil before applying over a larger area. For general non-medical use, avoid essential oils with highly sensitive skin and with any instances of skin allergies, severe inflammation and dermatitis. Pure essential oils are much less dangerous than synthetic aroma chemicals.

Skin reactions are dependent on the type of oil, the concentration of the oil, and the condition of the skin. It is best to check with clients to determine any prior history of skin reactions before using oils, either for dermal or respiratory applications. Old and oxidized oils are more prone to cause reactions, especially rashes.

Refrigerate fatty carrier oils to prevent rancidity. Essential oils generally have a shelf life of one to three years. Some get better with age, such as sandalwood oil, vetiver oil, and patchouli oil. The citrus oils are most prone to degradation, and should be used within one year. Skin reactions to essential oils can take three forms:

* Irritation: A small number of oils are strongly or severely irritant. These include horseradish, mustard, garlic, and onion (which are rarely used in aromatherapy practice). Some oils used in massage practice can be moderately irritant, such as cinnamon bark oil, clove, fennel, and verbena. These oils should be used cautiously or avoided in cases of skin sensitivity.

* Sensitization: Skin sensitization means an allergic skin reaction; this usually manifests as a rash. There are relatively few oils used in a typical massage practice that will produce sensitization under normal applications in a carrier oil. However, there are a number of reports on Pubmed of allergic reactions to essential oils. These include contact dermatitis, eczema, asthma, and pruritic erythematous eruptions. These cases were predominantly among those who used essential oils professionally for long periods of time, such as massage therapists and estheticians. The cases frequently involved exposure to numerous essential oils, and it is also likely that the quality of the oils was poor.

* Phototoxicity: Some essential oils can strongly increase sensitivity to sunlight when applied to the skin. This is especially dangerous when applied undiluted to the skin, but even low concentrations in a carrier oil can cause problems if followed by exposure to sun or tanning lamps.

Phototoxicity will be much stronger directly after application of the oil, and will gradually decrease over an eight to twelve hour period; if higher than normal concentrations are used it can be longer. Most of the phototoxic oils are also photocarcinogenic. The most common oils which cause phototoxicity are the citruses; bergamot oil is the most reactive. Some citruses are phototoxic if expressed, but not if distilled, such as lemon oil and lime oil. Other oils include marigold oil (tagetes), verbena, and angelica oil.

The best practice is to use proper dilutions, avoid direct exposure to UV rays after application, and avoid the use of citrus oils if exposure will be occurring after treatment.

The best treatment for skin irritation from essential oils is to apply a fatty oil, such as coconut, which will dilute the impact of the essential oils. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. If an essential oil gets into the eye, do not rub it. Saturate a cotton ball with milk or vegetable oil and wipe over the area affected. In severe instances flood the eye area with lukewarm water for fifteen minutes.

General Guidelines:

Take special precautions with applications near delicate skin areas.

Use only pure essential oils; avoid synthetic fragrances.

Avoid prolonged exposure without ventilation.

Overexposure to essential oils, especially in confined areas, can cause dizziness, nausea, light headedness, headache, blood sugar imbalances, irritability, euphoria.

When exposed to high levels of essential oils make sure to keep the room well ventilated.

Store essential oils and carrier oils properly to avoid degradation and rancidity.

Air, heat and light degrade essential oils.

Store essential oils in a cool, dark room and always keep your oils tightly sealed.

Do not use essential oils on infants, children, pregnant women, the elderly, or those with serious health problems, without advanced medical study.

Before experimenting with an oil, become familiar with its properties, dose, and precautions.

When in doubt about a condition or an oil, consult a qualified medical specialist.