Clary Sage is a herb and the essential oil we use is steam distilled from the flowers. The aroma is uniquely floral edged with woody, herbal notes. Its main chemical component is linalyl acetate, part of the esters group, making it one of the most relaxing, soothing, and balancing essential oils.
Read moreA Drop of... Basil
The Oil of Renewal
When I think of Basil, my mind immediately is drawn to food (I’m sure I am not the only one). Basil is part of the mint family and is commonly used to add a fresh, herbal flavour to meat, vegetable and pasta dishes. Having a bottle of Basil oil is ideal when you don’t have access to fresh herbs. The culinary options are extensive, but there is much more to this oil.
Basil is known as the Oil of Renewal and is indicated for those who are weary in mind and body and for those in need of strength and renewal. The smell of Basil oil brings strength to the heart and relaxation to the mind. Rich with linalool (a naturally occurring chemical), Basil can help balance moods. Try applying to the temples to ease tension or diffusing to lessen anxious feelings.
Basil delivers a cooling sensation to the skin, which is perfect to relax the body after an active day. Try applying a few drops of Basil oil to areas of your skin that need soothing. When combined with Wintergreen and a carrier oil, this is a beautiful massage blend to relieve stress and provide relaxation.
Basil can also help to ease the discomforts of muscle aches and cramps during your menstrual cycle. Try taking a drop of Basil in a Veggie Capsule to provide soothing support and reduce monthly unease.
With its spicy herbal aroma, diffusing Basil is a wonderful way to help promote a sense of mental alertness and focus.
A Drop of... Ylang Ylang
The Oil of the Inner Child
dōTERRA work with the natives of Madagascar to sustainably source their pure Ylang Ylang essential oil. The oil is steam distilled from the unique star-shaped flowers and has a rich floral scent. It is used in aromatherapy for its ability to provide a calming effect whilst simultaneously promoting a positive outlook.
For centuries Ylang Ylang has been used in perfumes due to it’s sweet spicy scent. For a natural perfume, put a drop or two of Ylang Ylang on your wrists. You will also get the calming and uplifting benefits.
Ylang Ylang is often used to support healthy skin and hair and can be frequently found in luxurious hair and skin products for its scent and nourishing and protective properties. Create your own DIY Deep Hair Conditioner by adding Ylang Ylang essential oil to dōTERRA Fractionated Coconut Oil.
Emotionally, Ylang Ylang is a powerful remedy for the heart and it assists in accessing intuition. It allows emotional healing to flow naturally and reminds the individual that joy can be felt and experienced more fully by allowing the heart its full range of emotions.
Due to one of Ylang Ylang oil’s main chemical constituents, germacrene, the oil contains natural abilities to soothe. So not only is Ylang Ylang beautiful to diffuse in your home, it is also an excellent choice for adding to a bath to soak your stresses away.
A Drop of...Wintergreen
The Oil of Surrender
dōTERRA Wintergreen is sourced as part of the dōTERRA Co-Impact Sourcing® initiative. This initiative creates increased economic opportunity and sustainability. Our Wintergreen is from the rural mountains of Nepal where it is wild harvested by rural villagers then distilled in community-owned distillation facilities.
Wintergreen essential oil has a sweet, minty and refreshing aroma which is uplifting and stimulating. Emotionally, Wintergreen is the oil of surrender. It imbues the soul with strength and teaches how to let go and be free of the negativity and pain one holds on to.
The main chemical component of Wintergreen oil is methyl salicylate. This is a rare organic chemical that is found naturally in only two plants worldwide – Birch and Wintergreen. Methyl Salicylate contains strong soothing and renewing properties. It is warming to the skin when applied topically which makes it fantastic for massaging tired muscles.
Other great ways to use Wintergreen are:
🌟 Diffuse to freshen your home and have a positive and uplifting effect.
🌟 Add a couple of drops to a warm bath to relax the body and mind.
🌟 Place a few drops on a cotton ball and place it in your gym bag to mask the smell of sweaty gym clothes.
🌟 Apply to your skin to help reduce the appearance of blemishes.
