Discovering Essential Oils with Mary Clement (Four Seasons Oils)
What is an Essential Oil? A volatile, organic compound found inside plants. Often thought of as the essence of plants. They are what makes up the plant s scent AND keeps plant healthy
How do essential oils promote health for plants? Attract pollinators, or repel harmful insects, deter plant competition, defend against animals, keep plant healthy-anti fungal, antibacterial, antiviral
Essential Oils in Antiquity The ancient Egyptians used Essential Oils as medicines and their recipes were recorded in hieroglyphic drawings. There are over 180 references to Essential Oils in the Bible.
Essential Oils in Recent History People were regularly using Essential Oil s in their routine treatment into the early Twentieth Century EO use slowed with the advent of modern synthesized medicines. There has been a growing resurgence in EO use over the last 15 years..
Main ways to use essential oils? Aromatically Topically Internally Natural cleaning /disinfecting /deodorizing Spiritually
Aromatically works by entering the body via the respiratory system and then to the limbic system of the brain, where hormonal centers are triggered and release healing responses needed in the body Inhale by smelling the bottle or dropping a drop into your palm, rub together and breathe slowly Diffuse with an ultrasonic diffuser does not use heat, but ultrasonic waves and releases microscopic vapors of water and EO kills germs, deodorizes, boosts immune system emotionally supportive, clears energy smells good, sets mood
Topically Works by absorbing EO through skin pores Applied neat or without carrier oil Do not touch the top of the bottle, apply drops onto your finger or palm holding bottle up away from your hand. Or apply with a roller bottle Applied with a carrier oil extends life of oil good for sensitive skin good for massage lotions, oils, creams, salves, body butters, lip balms better for children Rubbed on feet or spine vitaflex points (nerve endings) on spine and feet correlate to every body system and organ Feet have very large pores and absorb oils effectively into blood and nervous systems. Some EOs are small enough to cross the blood/brain barrier
Internally Methods: drops added to a capsule and taken with liquid Add 1-2 drops in glass of water, milk, tea, or coffee Dropped on tongue; use with caution with hot oils, have carrier oil like coconut oil ready if you need it. Culinary; in food Fun Flavorful Economical Very small amounts, so it shouldn t be the main use for therapeutic method, more for fun and flavor *Only use the highest quality therapeutic grade oils internally. They need to be free of synthetics and chemicals. Never take grocery store or fragrance grade EOs internally..
Natural cleaning /disinfecting /deodorizing Zero toxins or toxic residue - replaces harsh toxic chemicals Safe for pets and children Effective in ridding home of harmful microbes Effective against unwanted pests - spiders, ants, mosquitoes, fleas, mites Cleans very well, versatile - degreasers, floor cleaners, multipurpose sprays, deodorizers, bleach alternatives, fabric softeners, etc can all be made using EOs Economical - adding small amounts of natural soap and drops of EO and water to a spray bottle only costs pennies compared to buying bottles of cleaners Added bonus - your home smells great Uplifts mood, makes cleaning fun, cleanses old energy
Spiritually Used for vibrational benefits - all essential oils have a specific electromagnetic frequency (aka vibration). Our bodies have a certain frequency at homeostasis (when balanced) and that drops when we are sick, or we are around negative energy. Even with a headache, our frequency drops. Essential oils help to raise our body s vibrations to that state of balance. Our chakras each have their own frequency. Specific oils can be used to balance those chakras. Our organs also each have a specific frequency and some blends and oils help balance and support them. Biblical/religious uses - anointment of oils on the crown or third eye points to connect more with the divine, removes the veil (frankincense is referenced most for this in Bible, and it happens to be the same frequency as our crown chakra, and can be used to enhance spiritual balance) Enhances yoga, meditation, other spiritual practices. Can be used the same way sage, prayer candles, or incense to clear old or negative energy.
Common Essential Oil Varieties Single Oils Lavender Peppermint Lemon Frankincense Tea Tree (Melaleuca Alternafolia) Oil Blends Anti-microbial blend (lemon, clove, eucalyptus, cinnamon bark, rosemary) Pain relieving blend (wintergreen, helichrysum, peppermint, clove) Purifying blend (citronella, lemongrass, rosemary, melaleuca, lavandin, and myrtle) Uplifting blend (bergamot, ylang ylang, geranium, lemon, coriander, tangerine, jasmine, roman chamomile, palmarose, rose) Calming blend (Tangerine, orange, ylang ylang, patchouli, blue tansy Stress relieving blend (copaiba, lime, vanilla, ocotea, lavender, cedarwood)
Lavender called the Swiss army knife of oils, very versatile and extremely supportive of a number of everyday issues relieves stress, relaxing, promotes sleep. skin issues dry chapped skin, burns, cuts, scrapes, rashes, sunburns, cold sores infections good for preventing ear infections diaper rashes and chaffing promotes a general healing response
Peppermint congestion, colds, allergies diffuse, make a tent over a hot bowl of water, or drink in water or make tea (drop or 2 in hot water) indigestion, constipation, gas (rub on tummy, wrists, feet, or drink in water) headache (diffuse, breathe from palm, rub on wrists, back of neck, temples, feet) stress (diffuse, rub on tension areas) low energy uplifts soreness - great in a DIY sore muscle blend (mix 10 drops each Pain blend, Peppermint, and Valerian root and 1/4 cup coconut oil or other carrier, store in glass jar) fever rub on spine and it brings down a fever
Lemon alkalinizing, relieves water weight, bloating, relieves heartburn cleansing, detoxing, kills germs freshens up dishes, laundry boosts immune system, good for coughs anti-oxidant (EO contains d-limonene) lethargy, low energy, helps maintain focus and memory (good for diffusing at work or during homework/studying) good for skin removes dead cells, freshens complexion dissolves glue, gum, resins, any stickiness. Rubs crayon off walls
Frankincense high vibrational oil. Overall healing quality. immune system boost. anxiety, swelling, warts, scars, stretch marks, skin tags, wrinkles, sun spots great for complexion Same frequency as crown chakra - connection with divine - rub a drop on crown to balance and enhance vibration enhances meditation, yoga, spiritual practices
Tea Tree Oil Melaleuca Alternafolia supports immune function, antimicrobial, good for nail fungus, sore throat gargle, infected cuts, repels insects, good for itching bites, razor burn
Blended Oils Hundreds of constituents are distilled into unique Single Essential Oils These EOs can be blended together to create powerful synergistic effects
Anti-microbial blend (lemon, clove, eucalyptus, cinnamon bark, rosemary) Story of the Four Thieves - grave robbers in France during 14th century/bubonic plague times didn t get sick, so a judge pardoned them if they gave up their recipe: clove, eucalyptus, lemon, cinnamon bark, rosemary. anti-viral, anti-bacterial, antifungal kills household germs and removes grime toothaches cuts/infections take in capsule, diffuse, or rub on bottoms of feet to prevent, at sign of sickness or to shorten the duration can add to dish soap, laundry soap, hand-soap to kill germs great to diffuse at schools, offices Can be used as a household cleaner, in oral hygiene products, immune support products
Pain Relieving blend (wintergreen, helichrysum, peppermint, clove) Relieves sore muscles, bruises, joint and mobility, support for carpel tunnel, arthritis, minor headaches, sciatic pain, stress
Purifying blend (citronella, lemongrass, rosemary, melaleuca, lavandin, and myrtle) purifies and cleans air from environmental toxins and odorspets, cigarettes, gym shoes energetically cleansing of the past, clearing of the old to promote healing and growth disinfects cuts, scrapes, acne, sore throat, insect bites repels insects (diffuse or make a spray) diffuse or add to cotton balls and stuff in vents of car, or home, or hotel?
Uplifting blend (bergamot, ylang ylang, geranium, lemon, coriander, tangerine, jasmine, roman chamomile, palmarose, rose) creates magnetic energy brings joy to the heart (contains Rose, which is the same frequency as the heart chakra, and as Love itself) alluring, inspires romance and togetherness removes bad dreams, supports healing for people with PTSD, anxiety, depression, intense grief
Calming blend (Tangerine, orange, ylang ylang, patchouli, blue tansy) calms tension, stress, uplifts spirits, promotes relaxation and sense of peace works on children and pets diffuse or rub on children's feet or pets ears for calming an overactive or stressful day rub on back of neck, temples, feet for relaxation, release tension
Stress Relieving blend (copaiba, lime, vanilla, ocotea, lavender, cedarwood) reduces stress or prevents it, uplifts, unwind rub on temples, back of neck, feet calms anxious nerves encourages relaxation wonderful in Epsom salt soak to unwind and relax works well as a natural deodorant
More to Explore We ve just scratched the surface
Quiz Time
Q: How many Times are Essential Oils mentioned in the Bible? Over 180
Q: Which EO application method works by entering the body via the respiratory system and then to the limbic system of the brain? Aromatically
Q: Which EO is called the Swiss army knife of oils, very versatile and extremely supportive of a number of everyday issues? Lavender
Q: Which EO is said to enhance meditation, yoga, spiritual practices? Frankincense