by Dan | Mar 25, 2019 | Drops of Wisdom
One of dōTERRA’s most versatile and top-selling essential oil is Lemon.dōTERRA Lemon has cleansing, purifying and invigorating properties that make it great for promoting a positive mood, supporting a healthy respiratory function, and naturally cleansing the body to aid in digestion.* One of my favorite way’s to use Lemon is by diffusing it. Diffusing Lemon essential oils helps cleanse and purify the air while also creating a very uplifting and energizing environment.
Do you love a clean, fresh, and citrus aroma? dōTERRA Lemon essential oil in the perfect combination of all three. Lemon has many purposeful functions, especially when it comes to cleaning surfaces in your home. Add Lemon oil to a spray bottle of water to clean tables, countertops, and other surfaces. Lemon oil also makes a great furniture polish; simply add a few drops to olive oil to clean, protect, and shine wood finishes.
With spring right around the corner, check out 10 different ways to use Lemon in your cleaning routine through the link below:
https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/10-Ways-to-Spring-Clean-With-Lemon
by Dan | Mar 14, 2019 | Drops of Wisdom
As we are easing out of the cold, dry winter, I am continually trying to add more moisture into my skin and hair. To add extra shine and moisture to dry strands, I apply one to two drops of dōTERRA Sandalwood to my wet hair. It is restoring and moisturizing to your strands and will leave you feeling like you just left the salon.
Another of the top benefits of this oil is the ability to promote a smooth complexion and healthy looking skin. Add dōTERRA Sandalwood to your skincare routine to enjoy newly rejuvenated skin. Take advantage of the grounding benefits by diffusing Sandalwood at bedtime to promote a relaxing environment for a good night’s sleep.
Restore dry skin with this Sandalwood, Peppermint and Melaleuca shaving cream recipe found here.
For more benefits that dōTERRA Sandalwood has to offer, please check out the product spotlight here!
by Dan | Mar 10, 2019 | Drops of Wisdom
dōTERRA Vetiver has a unique, exotic aroma that’s sweet, woody, caramel, and smoky making it ideal for calming emotions. For a relaxing and stress free evening at home, use Vetiver as a massage oil for the body, diffuse with Lavender, doTERRA Serenity®, or doTERRA Balance® or rub on your feet before bedtime to promote a restful night’s sleep*. You can also add a few drops of Vetiver essential oil to a warm bath for a deeper relaxation.
Want to know more about dōTERRA Vetiver essential oil? Check out its spotlight below:
https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/spotlight-vetiver-oil
by Dan | Feb 27, 2019 | Drops of Wisdom
This week’s spotlight is a lesser-known oil, dōTERRA Patchouli. Patchouli is a member of the mint family and blends well with Peppermint oil in this mouth rinse recipe, found here. Historically used to freshen breath, the musky-sweet, and earthy aroma is refreshing and deodorizing.
Diffuse alone or combine with woody aromas to enjoy the grounding benefits of dōTERRA Patchouli. Apply it to dry areas to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles and blemishes. When diluted, dōTERRA Patchouli acts as a natural deodorant. The strong and unique scent makes a great base in floral blends.
Add dōTERRA Patchouli to your monthly loyalty order here!
Experiment with the diffuser blends that include dōTERRA Patchouli, found here.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
by Dan | Feb 17, 2019 | Drops of Wisdom
I’ve been eating a lot of left over chocolate from Valentine’s Day and it’s leaving me with bad breath. Bad breath can be embarrassing at times, but thankfully I have dōTERRA Spearmint oil. Every morning and night, I apply Spearmint oil to my toothbrush before brushing my teeth for fresh breath. It’s a great way to cleanse the mouth after meals.
Spearmint is frequently used in salads, drinks, and desserts, but did you know that it has been used for centuries for its digestive benefits*. dōTERRA Spearmint is great for promoting digestion and helps reduce occasional stomach upset*. If you are feeling unwell after eating your favorite foods, add 1-2 drops of Spearmint oil to water and enjoy.
For a fun indoor activity during this cold winter, try our easy homemade Rosemary Spearmint Soap recipe below:
https://www.doterra.com/US/en/blog/recipe-rosemary-spearmint-soap
by Dan | Feb 13, 2019 | Drops of Wisdom
Add dōTERRA Grapefruit to your body scrubs and body wash to stimulate smooth and radiant skin. Enjoy the fruity and spry flavor of Grapefruit in your morning smoothie to *support a healthy metabolism. In moments of distraction, diffuse dōTERRA Grapefruit to bring a sense of focus to the task at hand.
Children can also enjoy the aromatic benefits of dōTERRA Grapefruit with this DIY Alphabet Grapefruit Soap recipe.
For more uses and benefits of dōTERRA Grapefruit oil, read the Product Spotlight here!
