how i started using essential oils
Essential oils have always been essential (can I count that as a pun?) in my life since college. After exhausting myself with those famous candles and room sprays from a well-known "store who shall not be named," I turned to healthier options.
I purchased my first oil diffuser in my junior year of college, from Ross, at the peak of the trend. It was inexpensive and came with two starter oils—both of which posed unknown sources with unknown intentions. That was a step in the right direction, but, over time, I realized that I needed to step up.
Soon enough, I was researching the difference between essential oils and what to look out for.
For example, there is such a thing as a cute-looking oil set on a shelf filled with synthetic fillers and "extenders." Not only are they adorably fake, but they're usually priced and packaged in a manner that isn't telling or honest. They don't want to show you the list of ingredients and claim that they're not ethically sourced. They just want to hook you with a smart-sounding mixture and "aesthetic" packaging.
My point is, on your hunt for a "good thing," make sure you give yourself the time to search or save up for the "best thing."
Additionally, always do your research on how certain products can be used (and in what way or proper container). Although I started as a trendy “oil diffusing relaxation queen,” I soon realized that I was positively affected by oils in roll-on bottles that can be applied to the temples and wrist to relieve headaches, especially as a student.
After experimenting and doing my research, I was a new woman who began expanding her knowledge of the use of oils. Speaking of, here are a few ways you can, in your own time, grow with essential oils (found on Healthline):
- Use a diffuser to disperse your essential oils into the air.
- Inhale the oil directly from its container, taking a few deep breaths to get the best results.
- Mix the essential oil with a carrier oil and apply to your skin. As long as it’s diluted, this can be great to help relieve tension, pain, or aid in relaxation.
- Add essential oils to a bath or shower products, once diluted, or add some droplets into your shower while bathing for a slight fragrance.
what i am using (and loving) now
Now that you have an idea of what my essential oil journey has looked like thus far, I’m sure you can imagine how happy I was to receive one of Simply Earth’s Essential Oil Recipe Boxes!
It's easy to tell that Simply Earth ensures they include the best products and ingredients into their subscription recipe boxes, without the fear of over-packing each box to full value capacity! The August Recipe Box, for example, comes with;
- 4 essential oils; Citrus Burst (my favorite: super tangy), Grapefruit (so refreshing), Copaiba (new for me: very warm and subtle), and Juniper Berry (love the fresh "Forrest" vibes!)
- Cotton face pads
- A spray bottle
- 2 lip balm tubes
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