Jen Roszelle| Young Living Team Member #1298818 | October 19, 2013
Essential Oils 101 EVERYDAY ESSENTIAL OILS
History of Oils Essential oils were mankind’s first medicine. Historians have traced essential oils back to Egyptian hieroglyphics and Chinese manuscripts. Essential oils were used in the embalming process in Egypt and there were well preserved oils found in alabaster jars in the tomb of King Tut. There are 188 references to essential oils in the Bible. Frankincense, myrrh, rosemary, hyssop, and spikenard were used for anointing and healing the sick. Most people are familiar with the retelling of the story of the 3 wise men presenting the Christ child with essential oils frankincense and myrrh. There are also accounts in the New Testament of the Bible where Jesus was anointed with spikenard oil.
What Are Essential Oils? Essential oils are the volatile liquids that are distilled from plants (including their respective parts such as seeds, bark, leaves, stems, roots, flowers, fruit, etc.). One of the factors that determines the purity and therapeutic value of an oil is its chemical constituents. These constituents can be affected by a vast number of variables including: the part(s) of the plant from which the oil was produced, soil condition, fertilizer (organic or chemical), geographical region, climate, altitude, harvest season and methods, and distillation process. As we begin to understand the power of essential oils in the realm of personal, holistic health care, we comprehend the absolute necessity for obtaining the purest therapeutic-grade essential oils possible. Anything less than pure, therapeutic-grade essential oil may not produce the desired results and can, in some cases, be extremely toxic.
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Essential oils embody the regenerating, oxygenating, and immune-strengthening properties of plants.
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Essential oils are so small in molecular size that they can quickly penetrate the skin.
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Essential oils are lipid-soluble and are capable of penetrating cell walls. Essential oils can affect every cell of the body within 20 minutes and then be metabolized like other nutrients.
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Essential oils are very powerful antioxidants. Antioxidants create an unfriendly environment for free radicals. Antioxidants prevent all mutations, work as free radical scavengers, prevent fungus, and prevent oxidation in the cells.
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Essential oils are antibacterial, anticancerous, antifungal, anti-infectious, antimicrobial, antitumor, antiparasitic, antiviral, and antiseptic. Essential oils have been shown to destroy all tested bacteria and viruses, while simultaneously restoring balance to the body.
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Essential oils may detoxify the cells and blood in the body.
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Essential oils containing sesquiterpenes have the ability to pass the blood-brain barrier, enabling them to be effective in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, Lou Gehrig’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis.
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Essential oils are aromatic. When diffused they provide air purification by: o
Removing metallic particles and toxins from the air;
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Increasing atmospheric oxygen;
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Increasing ozone and negative ions in the area, which inhibits bacterial growth;
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Destroying odors from mold, cigarettes, and animals; and
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Filling the air with a fresh, aromatic scent.
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Essential oils help promote emotional, physical, and spiritual healing.
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Essential oils have a bioelectrical frequency that is several times greater than the frequency of herbs, food, and even the human body. Clinical research has shown that essential oils can quickly raise the frequency of the human body, restoring it to its normal, healthy level.
How To Use Essential Oils INHALATION Diffuser – The easiest and simplest way of putting the oils into the air for inhalation is to use an aromatic diffuser. Diffusers that use a heat source (such as a light bulb ring) will alter the chemical makeup of the oils and its therapeutic qualities. A cold air diffuser uses room—temperature air to blow the oil up against some kind of a nebulizer. This breaks the oil up into a micro-fine mist that is then dispersed into the air, covering hundreds of square feet in seconds. The oils, with their oxygenating molecules, will then remain suspended for several hours to freshen and improve the quality of the air. The antiviral, antibacterial, and antiseptic properties of the oils kill bacteria and help to reduce fungus and mold. Essential oils, when diffused, have been found to reduce the amount of airborne chemicals and metallic as well as help to create greater spiritual, physical, and emotional harmony. The greatest therapeutic benefit is received by diffusing oils for only 15 minutes out of an hour so that the olfactory system has time to recover before receiving more oils. Cloth or Tissue – Put 1 to 3 drops of an essential oil on a paper towel, tissue, cotton ball, handkerchief, towel, or pillow case. Hold it close to your face and inhale.
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Direct – Put 1 or 2 drops in the palm of your hand and rub 3 times clockwise and then cup hands over nose and inhale. Another option would be to just inhale from the opened bottle.
TOPICALLY Direct – Apply oils directly on the area of concern using 1 to 3 drops of oil.
The feet are the second fastest area of the body to absorb oils because of the large pores. Other quick-absorbing areas include behind the ears and on the wrists.
When massaging a large area of the body, always dilute the oils by 15% 30% with a high quality carrier oil (not canola or corn oil, preferably virgin coconut, olive or almond oil)
When applying oils to infants and small children, dilute with a carrier oil.
Layering individual oils is preferable to mixing oil blends. The blends offered by Young Living have been specifically formulated by someone who understands the chemical constituents of each oil. Layering refers to the process of applying one oil, rubbing it in,, and then applying another oil.
Vita Flex Therapy – This is a simple method of applying the oils to contact points (or nerve endings) in the feet or hands. See the Higley Desk Reference Guide for more information. Raindrop Technique – This is dropping certain oils like little drops of rain from about 6 inches above the body along the entire length of the spine. This technique gives a huge boost to the immune system as it releases toxins and kills viruses and bacteria that have accumulated along the spine. See the Higley Desk Reference Guide for more information. Auricular Therapy – Applying the oils to the rim of the ears. This technique works extremely well for emotional clearing. Perfume or Cologne – Wearing oils as a perfume or cologne can provide wonderful emotional and physical support. Compresses Baths Dishwater, Clothes Washer, and Dryers Cleaning and Disinfecting Painting
INTERNALLY Beverages - Add a drop or two to your drinking water. Keep in mind if you add to a hot beverage (tea) it may affect the therapeutic quality of the oil. Cooking – A little bit goes a long way! The oils are concentrated so usually only 1 drop is necessary. Under Your Tongue/With Honey
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Capsules
What Essential Oils to Use – Young Living Seed to Seal When it comes to our essential oils, Young Living sets the standard for purity and authenticity. We carefully monitor every step of the production of our oils from beginning to end through our unique Seed to Seal® process, ensuring the purity of each essential oil and protecting nature’s living energy in every bottle. This unsurpassed commitment to quality means that you can be confident that the Young Living essential oils and oil-infused products you use in your home are safe and effective.
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SEED Powerful, effective essential oils come from seeds and plants that are verified for their essential oil potential by Young Living experts, partnering with university experts.
CULTIVATE Young Living farms, located around the globe, are dedicated to perfecting the best growing and harvesting methods. Our experts also travel the world visiting our co-op farms to verify that their growing and cultivating processes match our high standards. These operations provide an ongoing source for essential oils that meet Young Living’s demanding quality standards.
DISTILL Combining ancient and modern techniques, Young Living is recognized as an innovator in essential oil distillation. We use a gentle, proprietary technique for steam extracting the most effective essential oils, as well as using cold pressing and resin tapping methods for select oils.
TEST Young Living never accepts diluted, cut, or adulterated oils. To guarantee consistent quality, our oils are tested in Young Living’s own internal labs, as well as in third-party facilities, to ensure that they meet stringent specifications, exceed international standards, and contain the optimal levels of natural bioactive compounds.
SEAL Young Living completes the Seed to Seal process in its 107,000-square-foot facility in Spanish Fork, Utah. Using state-of-the-art equipment, each essential oil is carefully bottled into protective amber glass bottles—ready to be shipped to members worldwide.
Which Oil To Use for Conditions Reference Guide for Essential Oils – Higley Guide Use the oils that you have on hand
Nine Oils For Every Home (Everyday Essential Oils Kit) Frankincense – Arthritis, asthma, brain injury, coma, concussion (brain), confusion, coughs, depression, infection (skin), inflammation, laryngitis, Lou Gehrig’s disease, mental fatigue, moles (skin), multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, scarring, tumor, ulcer, warts, wrinkles. There are over 52 references to frankincense in the Bible. Frankincense is a holy oil in the Middle East
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Lemon – Air purification, antioxidant, antiviral, anxiety, atherosclerosis, autism, bathroom/kitchen cleaning, brain injury, carpets, colds (common) concentration (poor), constipation, Cushing’s syndrome, depression, dishes (sanitizing), disinfecting, dysentery, fever, furniture polish, gout, grief/sorrow, gum/grease removal, hangover, heartburn, kidney stones, laundry, malaria, mumps, overeating, postpartum depression, relaxing, stress, uplifting, varicose veins, water purification. Lemon has been used to fight food poisoning, malaria and typhoid epidemics, and scurvy. Lemon has also been used to lower blood pressure and to help with liver problems, arthritis, and muscular aches and pains. Peppermint – Alertness, allergies (airborne), allergies (skin), antibacterial, antioxidant, asthma, autism, bad breath (halitosis), brain injury, candida, carpal tunnel, chronic fatigue, cold sores, concentration (poor), constipation, cooling, cramps (abdominal), Crohn’s disease, diarrhea, energizing, fainting, fever, flu (influenza), gas/flatulence,, gastritis, headache, heartburn, heatstroke, hemorrhoids, herpes simplex, hives,, hot flashes, indigestion, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), itching, jet lag, memory, migraine, morning sickness, motion sickness, multiple sclerosis, muscle fatigue, nausea, paralysis, polyps (colon), radiation (gamma), ringworm, scabies, sciatica, shock, stimulating, tennis elbow, varicose veins, vomiting. For centuries peppermint has been used to soothe digestive difficulties, freshen breath, and relieve colic, gas, headaches, heartburn, and indigestion. Lavender – Acne, ADD/ADHD, alertness, allergies (airborne), allergies (skin), anxiety, atherosclerosis, blister, bug repellent, burns, calming, candida, carpal tunnel, chapped lips, chicken pox, cholesterol, concentration (poor) cooling, crying, dandruff, depression, diaper rash, dry skin, gas/flatulence, hair loss, heatstroke, herpes simplex, high blood pressure, hives, impetigo, indigestion, inflammation, insect repellent, insomnia, itching, jock itch, laryngitis, mastitis, measles, mosquito bites, mumps, nausea, neuritis, pain, Parkinson’s disease, physical stress, poison ivy, postpartum depression, relaxing, rubella, scabies, scarring, sedative, seizure, sensitive skin, sleep, spina bifida, stress stretch marks, sunburn, teeth grinding, teething pain, tension, thrush, wounds, wrinkles Lavender is a universal oil that has traditionally been known to balance the body and to work wherever there is a need. If in doubt, use lavender. Purification – The individual oils in this blend have some powerful antiseptic, antibacterial, antifungal, and sanitizing properties. This blend is useful for killing odors and their bacteria, molds, and fungus. It kills anaerobic bacteria. It purifies and cleanses bacteria in the air and neutralizes mildew, cigarette smoke, and other noxious odors. It repels bugs, insects and mice that like to live in homes, offices and other confined areas. It has also been beneficial in neutralizing poison from insect bites, like spiders, bees, hornets and wasps. It is good for first-iad in sterilizing wounds and cuts. Purification contains the follow single oils: o
Citronella
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Lemongrass
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Rosemary cineol
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Melaleuca
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Lavandin
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Myrtle
Thieves – Highly antiviral and antiseptic properties of the single oils contained in this blend help protect the body from the onset of flu, candida, colds etc. It may also help with sinusitis, bronchitis, pneumonia, coughs, strep, sore throats, periodontal (gum) disease, teething, cold sores, canker sores, bruises, cuts, infection, slivers and splinters (pulls to surface). It is considered antiplague, as it was used by thieves in England to protect them from the plague when stealing from the sick and dying. Thieves contains the following single oils: o
Clove
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Lemon
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Cinnamon Bark
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Eucalyptus radiate
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Rosemary cineol
Companion Oil: Put ImmuPower on the throat and Thieves on the feet; then alternate the next time by putting Thieves on the throat and ImmuPower on the feet. PanAway – Due to the aspirin-like properties of wintergreen and the powerful anti—inflammatory properties of the other oils, this blend helps to reduce pain. It also stimulates quicker healing by the induction of oxygen into the tissue site. It has been used to relieve pain during surgery with no anesthetic (helicrysum and clove were also used). It alleviates the symptoms of sciatica, relieves bone pain and pain from arthritis and rheumatism, and promotes healthy circulation. It also helps with sports injuries, sprains, muscle spasms, bumps and bruises. PanAway contains the following single oils: o
Wintergreen
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Helichrysum
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Clove
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Peppermint
Peace & Calming - The oils in this blend historically have been used to help reduce depression, anxiety, stress, and tension. This blend may help hyperactive children get off Ritalin. It may also help children with hypertension. It may be useful at the end of a stressful day to promote relaxation and peace or to relieve insomnia.
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Peace & Calming contains the following single oils: o
Tangerine
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Orange
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Ylang Ylang
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Patchouli
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Blue Tansy
Valor – This blend has been used to help empower the physical and spiritual bodies. It helps us overcome fear and opposition so we can stand tall during adversity. It may build courage, confidence, and self-esteem. It brings a feeling of calmness, peace, and relaxation. It may be used in place of Peace & Calming for hyperactivity and attention deficit disorder in children. It has been found beneficial in helping to align the physical structure of the body, relieving pain along the spine. It also balances and aligns electrical energies within the body. It is best applied with six drops on each foot or massaged in along the spine using the Raindrop Technique. Valor has been touted as a chiropractor in a bottle. Valor contains the following single oils: o
Spruce
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Rosewood
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Blue Tansy
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Frankincense
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