May 19 2008
Essential Oils: Easy to Use & Natural
Essential oils are distilled from plants, and they have healing and disinfecting purposes. Using essential oils in your daily routine can decrease the amount of chemicals going into the environment and your body.
Certain essential oils can be mixed with water and used as a cleanser for counters, sinks and the shower. Citrus fruits like Lemon essential oil are commonly used as disinfectants. Cinnamon can also be used. The essential oil and water mixture can be put in a spray bottle.
When it comes to using essential oils on the body, it’s important to purchase 100% therapeutic grade essential oils so they do not burn your skin. Also you have to be cautious of which oils you put directly on the skin. Lavender is gentle enough to apply directly to the skin, and it helps calm any rashes or other skin irritations (do not apply to open sores). Also Thieves can be placed in water and gargled if you have a sore throat. Finally, Tea Tree oil helps dry out acne.
Not only are these oils more natural, they save you money since you will not have to use much of the oil.
