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Find The Perfect Essential Oil For You

Benefits of essential oils.

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Find The Perfect Essential Oil For You
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Essential oils are useful in so many ways. With the application of a drop or two, so many different irritations, pains, insecurities, etc can be affected in a positive way. Take a look below for a list of just a few popular essential oils and how they can benefit the body.


TO FIND YOUR OIL:

Press Command “F” (Macbook) or Control “F” (Windows) to search a particular issue and see which essential oils can help. Note that many essential oils overlap in helping particular issues so continue to look through the list.


Peppermint

  • Headaches
  • Stomachaches
  • Heartburn
  • Energy/Alertness
  • Fevers/Hot Flashes
  • Poison Ivy
  • Improves Concentration
  • Digestive Issues

Lavender

  • Soothes cuts/ Bruises
  • Cold Sores
  • Insomnia/ Relaxation
  • Acne/ Rashes
  • Eczema/ Psoriasis
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Hair Growth/ Dandruff
  • Stretch Marks
  • Relieves Burns/ Sunburns

Lemon

  • Cold/ Flu
  • Flavor Water
  • Swollen Glands
  • Drains Lymphatics
  • Improves Memory
  • Circulatory Problems
  • Digestive Problems
  • Obesity
  • Varicose Veins
  • Hypertension

Valor

  • Back/Joint Pain
  • Emotional Strength
  • Aftershave
  • Arthritis
  • Instill Courage
  • Build Confidence
  • Self Esteem
  • Balanced Body
  • Scoliosis

Orange

  • Inflammation
  • Anxiety/ Depression
  • Relaxation of Muscles and Muscular Spasms
  • Acne/ Dermatitis
  • Promotes Urination/ Toxifies
  • Boosts Immunity
  • Treats Constipation

Tea Tree

  • Acne
  • Bacterial infections
  • Chickenpox
  • Cold sores
  • Congestion and respiratory tract infections
  • Earaches
  • Fungal infections (especially Candida, jock itch, athlete’s foot and toenail fungus)
  • Halitosis (bad breath)
  • Head lice
  • MRSA
  • Psoriasis
  • Dry cuticles
  • Itchy insect bites, sores, and sunburns

Eucalyptus

  • Wound Healing
  • Respiratory Problems
  • Asthma
  • Mental Exhaustion
  • Muscle Pain
  • Dental Care
  • Intestinal Germs
  • Skin Care
  • Diabetes
  • Fever
  • Tuberculosis and Pneumonia
  • Mouthwash

Clove

  • Dental Care
  • Infections
  • Skincare
  • Stress
  • Headaches
  • Respiratory problems
  • Earaches
  • Indigestion
  • Nausea
  • Blood circulation issues
  • Blood purification
  • Diabetes
  • Immune system weakness
  • Premature ejaculation
  • Cholera
  • Sties

Camomile

  • Cure spasms
  • Protect wounds from becoming septic and infected
  • Curb biotic growth and infections
  • Fight depression and uplift mood
  • Cure neuralgic pain
  • Soothes inflammation from fever
  • Eliminates gases
  • Promotes discharge of bile
  • Help decrease visibility of scars
  • Opens up obstructed menses and regulates them
  • Cures pain
  • Reduces fever
  • Sedates inflammation and hyper-reactions
  • Improves nervous system health
  • Aids digestion
  • Reduces spasms
  • Kills bacteria
  • Increases perspiration
  • Improves digestion
  • Fights infections

Frankincense

  • Protects wounds from becoming septic
  • Fights infections
  • Induces contractions in gums
  • Muscles and blood vessels
  • Removes excess gas
  • Heals scars
  • Keeps cells healthy
  • Promotes their regeneration
  • Promotes digestion
  • Increases urination
  • Regulates menstrual cycles
  • Cures coughs and colds
  • Soothes anxiety
  • Soothes inflammation
  • Ensures good health of the uterus

Oregano

  • Inhibits viral, bacterial, fungal and parasitic infections
  • Heals damage from oxidation
  • Soothes inflammations
  • Promotes digestion
  • Opens up obstructed menstruation
  • Helps cure allergies

Essential Oils can be found in many pharmacies, big box stores, and online. Check out retailers like amazon to buy a single bottle of your preferred oil, or a kit with an array of them. Keep in mind that a box of essential oils can be the perfect gift for someone you might know.

To check out essential oils, their benefits, and how to apply them, visit https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essen...


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