Compare Essential Oils
Select up to 4 oils to compare side-by-side
Citronella Essential Oil
Cymbopogon nardus
cilantro essential oil
Coriandrum sativum
Brazilian Orange Essential Oil
Citrus sinensis
Benzoin Resinoid Essential Oil
Styrax benzoin
Ylang Ylang Essential Oil
Cananga odorata
Wormwood Essential Oil
Artemisia absinthium
Wild Orange Essential Oil
Citrus sinensis
Vetiver Essential Oil
Vetiveria zizanoides
Verbena Essential Oil
Aloysia citriodora
Vanilla Essential Oil
Vanilla planifolia
Benefits & Uses
- β’ Grounding: Offers a calming effect, promoting a sense of stability and peace.
- β’ Confidence booster: Enhances self-esteem through improved skin appearance.
- β’ Stress relief: Provides a soothing touch when applied, aiding relaxation.
- β’ Mood stabilization: The act of massaging with jojoba can help balance emotions.
- β’ Mindfulness: Using jojoba oil as part of a self-care routine can promote being present.
- β’ Skin nourishment: Rich in fatty acids that promote skin health and vitality.
- β’ Scalp health: Helps to soothe dry scalp and prevent dandruff when massaged in.
- β’ Immunomodulating: Balances oil production in skin, aiding various skin conditions.
- β’ Hair conditioning: Provides shine and moisture when used as a hair treatment.
- β’ Joint lubrication: Can be used to massage sore muscles and joints.
- β’ Facial moisturizer: Can be used directly on skin or blended into creams for hydration.
- β’ Makeup remover: Effectively dissolves makeup while nourishing the skin.
- β’ Under-eye treatment: Softens and hydrates the delicate under-eye area.
- β’ Carrier for essential oils: Blends well with essential oils for customized blends on the skin.
- β’ Wood conditioner: Can be used to condition and preserve wooden surfaces.
- β’ Massage oil: Serves as a base for therapeutic massage blends.
- β’ Cuticle oil: Nourishes and strengthens nails and cuticles.
- β’ Furniture polish: Can be mixed with essential oils to create a natural polish.
How to Use
For small rooms, add 3-5 drops of essential oils to the diffuser. In medium rooms, use 5-8 drops, and for large rooms, 8-12 drops. Diffuse in sessions of 30-60 minutes, 2-3 times daily, preferably in the morning or during relaxation times.
For adults, dilute essential oils in jojoba oil at 2-3% (12-18 drops per ounce). For children, a 0.5-1% dilution is recommended (3-6 drops). Elderly individuals may use 1-2%. Apply to the desired area and gently massage in to aid absorption.
For direct inhalation, place 1-2 drops on a tissue or a cotton ball and breathe deeply. For steam inhalation, add 2-3 drops to hot water and inhale the steam for about 5-10 minutes. For a personal inhaler, add several drops to an inhaler stick.
Safety & Precautions
Perform a patch test before use to check for allergic reactions. No known photosensitivity risk, but always use caution with new oils. Pregnant or nursing women should consult a healthcare provider. Store in a cool, dark place for longevity. Jojoba oil has a shelf life of up to 2 years.
- β οΈ Individuals with nut allergies should patch test.
- β οΈ People with known allergies to jojoba should avoid use.
- β οΈ Consult with healthcare providers if having significant skin conditions.
