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6 Essential Oils And What They Can Do For You

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Emily Nicole Sutton

Jan 24, 2018

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6 Essential Oils And What They Can Do For You

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Essential oils are all the rage right now and there are so many different oils to choose from. Most people choose the oils they would like to use based off of how they smell, but there are a ton of hidden benefits of essential oils! I chose 6 of my favorite oils to share with you!

1. Lavender

Some benefits of this oil include:

-Relaxation

-Calms/soothes

-Peaceful sleep

Lavender is my go-to nighttime oil. Pop a few drops of this into your diffuser and you're guaranteed to sleep like a baby. I have also noticed that I have more vivid dreams when I fall asleep when using this oil.

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2. Tea Tree

Some benefits of this oil include:

-Helps with dandruff

-Clears acne

-Anti-bacterial properties

Do you find yourself getting pimples randomly and not knowing the proper way to rid the zit? Dab a drop of this oil onto it before bed and the zit should diminish by morning. Also, adding a few drops of this oil into your shampoo can help clear up that annoying dandruff you may get in the winter time.

***But DO NOT use this oil around pets!

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3. Eucalyptus

Some benefits of this oil include:

-Helps reduce stress

-Helps with colds and decongestion

-Relieves muscle aches

Eucalyptus is my go-to oil during the school year. Putting this into my diffuser can turn a stressful day into a happy/calm one. If I ever feel a cold coming on, I'll just pop some eucalyptus into my diffuser. Also, massaging this oil over sore muscles can help reduce the pain.

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4. Lemon

Some benefits of this oil include:

-Brings happiness

-Brightens any mood

Lemon is a happy and bright oil! Start your mornings off with this oil in your diffuser to secure a positive and cheerful day. Lemon can also help strengthen your immune system and reduce asthma symptoms.

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5. Peppermint

Some benefits of this oil include:

-Muscle and joint pain

-Digestion

-Nausea

-Diarrhea

-Headaches/migraines

If you are ever feeling sick, peppermint is your way to go. I have also heard of women using this oil during certain times of the month to help alleviate specific symptoms.

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6. Sweet Orange

Some benefits of this oil include:

-Concentration

-Constipation relief

-Anti-depressant

This oil is amazing for handling kids. It is great for settling them down and helping their quality of sleep when it comes time for bed. Sweet orange is also great for constipation and can act as a mild anti-depressant.

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I would highly recommend purchasing an oil diffuser if you haven't already. They are life-changing. It's hard to go through my days without dripping my favorite oils into my diffuser first. Especially in my dorm, the scent takes over the entire room and is extremely peaceful. Some people might not believe in the benefits of aromatherapy but there are more uses to essential oils than just using them in a diffuser. Give them a try!

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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