ESSENTIAL OILS

Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts that retain the natural smell and flavor of their source.

Key Characteristics:

Concentrated: Essential oils are highly potent, requiring a large amount of plant material to produce even a small quantity.
Volatile: They readily evaporate at normal temperatures, releasing their aromatic compounds into the air.
Unique Composition: Each essential oil has a distinct blend of chemical compounds that influences its smell, absorption, and effects.

Uses and Benefits:

Essential oils are most commonly used in aromatherapy, the practice of using their aromas for therapeutic benefit. They can also be applied topically (diluted with a carrier oil) for various purposes.

Here are some potential benefits associated with essential oils:

Boosting mood: Aromatherapy can stimulate areas of the brain involved in emotions and memory, potentially lifting your spirits.
Reducing stress and anxiety: Certain scents can help promote relaxation and calm the nervous system.
Improving sleep: The calming effects of aromatherapy may help address sleep disturbances.
Aiding digestion: Some essential oils can support digestive health and ease discomfort.
Alleviating aches and pains: Topical application of diluted essential oils may help relieve minor muscle pain and tension headaches.
Boosting skin and hair health: Certain oils have properties that may benefit the skin and promote hair growth.
Antimicrobial effects: Some essential oils show potential for fighting bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

Popular Essential Oils and Their Benefits:

Lavender: Known for its calming and sleep-inducing properties; also used for skin conditions like acne and burns.
Tea Tree: Commonly used for its antiseptic, antimicrobial, and antifungal properties; may be helpful for acne and athlete's foot.
Peppermint: Can help boost energy, aid digestion, relieve headaches, and support respiratory health.
Eucalyptus: Beneficial for clearing nasal passages and easing respiratory issues.
Frankincense: May help with inflammation, mood, sleep, and potentially improve asthma symptoms.
Chamomile: Known for its relaxing and sedating properties, often used to promote sleep and calm anxiety.
Orange: Uplifting and refreshing, often used to boost mood and reduce anxiety.

Safety Considerations:

Dilution is crucial: Essential oils are very concentrated and should always be diluted with a carrier oil before applying to the skin to avoid irritation.
Inhalation safety: While generally safe, inhaling highly concentrated oils directly or for prolonged periods can irritate the respiratory tract, especially for those with existing conditions like asthma or COPD.
Avoid ingestion: Essential oils should not be swallowed unless under the guidance of a qualified healthcare professional, as some can be toxic or interact with medications.
Patch test: Before using an essential oil topically, perform a patch test on a small area of skin to check for any adverse reactions.
Consult with healthcare professionals: If you have health concerns or are taking medications, discuss the use of essential oils with your doctor.
Keep out of reach of children. Highly concentrated, dilute properly before use. Keep away from eyes & mucous membranes.
Pets: Essential oils can be toxic to pets, so use caution when diffusing or applying them in areas where pets are present.

Important Note: The FDA does not regulate essential oils, so their quality and purity can vary greatly. Look for reputable brands that provide information about
the oil's source and extraction method.

$10.00 If you sip Earl Grey Tea, you’ve already fallen in love with Bergamot’s fresh, slightly sweet yet spicy, and citrusy scent. Bergamot Essential Oil helps promote a sense of calm.

$7.00 Clove Bud Essential Oil is spicy, warming, slightly fruity and woody scent. A therapeutic, fragrant ingredient in personal body and skin care products when added to vegetable/carrier oils, massage oil, lotions, and baths.

$6.00 Breathe easy with Eucalyptus Globulus oil. This aromatic, minty essential oil has been used for centuries to support healthy breathing.

$8.00 Frankincense Essential Oil gives your space a woody, balsamic, and slightly spicy scent with notes of fresh fruit, and is used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine.

$9.00 Relax and unwind with one of the most popular and versatile essential oils. Lavender is loved for its herbaceous, sweet, and soothing floral aroma. It is known to promote a sense of calm and to help with a good night’s rest.

$7.00 Give your space a beautiful, light, and refreshing citrus scent — the room will smell like fresh lemons, but even richer. Lemon Essential Oil can boost your mood, helping you feel more energized.

$7.00 Lemongrass Essential Oil has a Fresh, grassy-citrus, earthy scent. Chinese medicine recommends lemongrass to ease stomach pains, headaches, colds and rheumatism. It is also used to keep stinging insects at bay.

$7.50 This restorative, minty fresh oil will soothe your senses. Peppermint is known to ease tension and promote mental clarity.

$7.50 With its spicy, warm, and fresh aroma, Tea Tree Essential Oil is everyone’s cup of tea. It's often used to help with a variety of skin and scalp conditions. It also makes a natural, all-purpose house cleaner when combined with water and vinegar.