Wellness Dart

I don’t know about you, but I find it hard to function when I have a headache.

I’ve had migraines, sinus headaches, and tension headaches.

But I rarely pop pills for them anymore.

That’s why people ask me what essential oil should I diffuse for headaches?

Besides aromatherapy, you can also rub essential oil for headaches on your skin.

Let’s go over the basics so that you can stop suffering and start feeling better right away.

How Do You Use Essential Oils for Headaches?

Depending on the type of headache you have, you can simply breathe in the aroma or massage yourself with essential oil.

For example, put a little peppermint oil on your temples or the back of your neck – but keep it well away from your eyes!

If it’s not pre-diluted, mix it with a carrier oil first to protect your skin.

The cooling sensation will help ease the pain, and the scent may help you relax.

If you’re not a fan of peppermint, try spearmint instead.

Or diffuse lavender to calm a tension headache.

But I’m getting ahead of myself here. How about if I give you the full review of the best essential oils for headaches below.

I’ll include recipes along the way. [Read more…]

Are essential oils safe for use during pregnancy? Yes, if you follow two guidelines.

Keep reading to discover how to enjoy essential oils safely while you’re pregnant.

First, I’ll discuss the simple rules that protect you and your unborn child.

Next, I’ll review the best essential oils for pregnancy.

After all, these oils are helpful for reducing nausea, getting better sleep, feeling more energetic, and relieving stress. (Doesn’t that sound like a pregnant woman’s wish list?)

Finally, I’ll give you some recipes, too.

How to Make Essential Oils Safe for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

There are two rules to follow if you want to use essential oils while you’re pregnant. Here they are:

• Always dilute the oils for your skin and use less in the diffuser.
• Avoid the oils that may cause adverse effects.

Now, you might be wondering which essential oils you should avoid during pregnancy (1).

The list looks like this chart: [Read more…]

Essential oils can lift your mood and help you relax.

But the best essential oils for the skin are anti-aging and anti-acne, too.

They tighten and firm and enhance your natural beauty.

Today I’m going to review the top essential oils to take care of your skin.

Let’s start with a brief overview of how to use them safely.

How to Apply Essential Oils to Your Skin

If you’re not working with pre-diluted oils (like the doTerra Touch product line), you’ll need to dilute them yourself.

This fact is why essential oil users tend to have a collection of empty amber glass bottles ready to receive custom blends.

Another reason to dilute the essential oil is that it makes the oil easier for the skin to absorb.

Even if you’re not prone to allergic reactions, it’s smart to blend essential oils with carrier substances. Besides oil, you can use water or fragrance-free lotion.

The reasoning is that your skin can become sensitized. This creates problems later as you’ll be unable to enjoy that particular oil topically. And that would be a shame!

Should you have contact dermatitis from using an essential oil on your skin, a carrier oil can help solve the problem. Spread the pure carrier oil on the problem spot to neutralize the effect of the essential oil.

Specific Recommendations for Diluting Essential Oils

The easiest ratio to remember is 1% or one drop of essential oil per teaspoon of carrier oil. This amount is safe to use over large areas of the body, like for a massage or lotion (1).

Never exceed higher than 5% concentration, or five drops per teaspoon.

To treat blemishes, it’s best to stick to 2% or two drops per teaspoon. [Read more…]