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A Scented Home is a Pleasant Home

admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 15:35:04 +0000

This is article was taken from doterra.blogspot.com (doTERRA’s Business Blog)

Just a few drops of essential oils can make life at home look, smell, and feel more pleasant!

Even though there is plenty to enjoy outdoors during the summer months, most of us will still be spending some time indoors (at home, in hotel rooms during summer travel, or perhaps a cabin on campouts).

Adding the fragrance of essential oils to your summer space is the perfect way to create an inviting atmosphere for friends and guests, while also creating an UN-inviting environment for pesky insects.

Diffuse uplifting fragrances such as Citrus Bliss, Peppermint, and On Guard to purify the air and to create a fresh, clean smell.
Take your essential oils along when you travel. When staying in hotels, add a few drops of essential oils to a tissue or washcloth, and place over the air vent or fan in the room. This will disperse the oils into the air and rid the room of any odors and airborn pathogens.
If you’re sending your child to camp, send him/her with a spray bottle and a bottle of Purify. By adding a few drops of Purify to water in the spray bottle, your child can spritz the air in the cabin or tent, as well as any mattresses or sleeping bags to rid them of insects or musty odors.

Here are additional tips on how to keep your home environment smelling fresh and staying free of insects by using all-natural essential oils. Simply add a few drops of the following essential oils on a cotton ball and place in corners or areas where insects are found; sprinkle a few drops of the essential oil directly from the bottle along baseboards; or add the essential oil to a water bottle, shake, and spritz the area to send bugs running away.

Ants- TerraShield, peppermint, rosemary
Aphids- peppermint
Beetles- TerraShield, peppermint, thyme
Chiggers*- TerraShield, lavender, lemongrass, thyme
Cutworm- thyme
Fleas*- TerraShield, Purify, lavender, lemongrass, peppermint
Flies- TerraShield, lavender, peppermint, rosemary
Gnats- TerraShield
Mosquitos*- TerraShield, lavender, lemongrass
Moths- TerraShield, Purify, lavender, peppermint
Plant lice- peppermint
Spiders*- TerraShield, Purify, peppermint
Ticks*- Purify, lavender, lemongrass, thyme

*In case the insects find you before you use your oils, the same oils that repel insects also relieve the effect of the bites.

Treating Allergies and Hay Fever

admin — Tue, 05 May 2009 04:49:50 +0000

Allergies affect millions of people. Anything from hay fever, eczema or asthma are the most common reactions associated with allergies. When allergens enter the body, it can elicite the allergic reaction that we are familiar with; runny nose, sneezing, congestion or even sinus build-up and pressure. This is a common reaction to substances like grasses, weeds, pollen, pet dander, mold, fungus and even dust mites.

To help fight these airborne allergens, a diffuser will help the most. Diffusing lemongrass, melaleuca or On Guard (guarding blend) can fight against allergy causing fungi and molds. Building the immune system by ingesting lavender, peppermint, and lemon can work wonders. Be sure your essential oils are 100% pure before you ingest. Be sure the label doesn’t say “do not ingest”. DoTERRA essential oils are 100% pure and safe to ingest.

One other way of combating allergies is to make a water spritz of lemongrass or another combination of oils. Use this spritz on bedding each night to kill potential fleas or dust mites.

Lemongrass Essential Oil

admin — Sun, 12 Apr 2009 04:18:56 +0000

Lemongrass has long been used in Asian and Caribbean cooking due to its subtle lemony flavor and aroma. It has been found to support healthy digestion, and soothe aching muscles.

Properties: Antibacterial, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anticancer, insect repellent, antiseptic, revitalizer, tonic, sedative, and vasodilator.

Historical Uses: Lemongrass essential oil has historically been used for fevers and infectious illnesses, as a sedative and an insecticide.

Possible Uses: doTERRA lemongrass essential oil may help with circulation, cholesterol, improve eyesight, improve digestion, flatulence, fevers, clear infections, headaches, wake up the lymphatic system, repair ligaments, purification, sore throat, respiratory problems, water retention and tissue regeneration.

Aromatic Guide: When diffused, it promotes purification and awareness.

Application:

Topically – Can be applied neat or dilute with a carrier oil with a ratio of 1:1 for children or those with sensitive skin. Apply directly to area of concern or to reflex points.
Aromatically – Diffuse.
Internally – Lemongrass is classified as GRAS for human consumption by the FDA. Take internally in gel capsules, with honey or food/beverage.

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TerraShield Essential Oil Blend

admin — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 05:28:00 +0000

Repellent Blend

TerraShield(TM) Repellent Blend is doTERRA’s all-natural, super-concentrated insect repellent formulated with a proprietary blend of 15 Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade(TM) essential oils that have been scientifically shown to repel insects more effectively than other synthetic insect repellents. Just a small amount of super-concentrated TerraShield will provide powerful coverage and lasts up to 6 hours per application. TerraShield smells great and can be used safely by everyone in the family without worry. For topical or aromatic use.

Common uses:

Natural insect repellant

If you would like to learn more about TerraShield essential oil blend or other essential oil blends, please contact TrydoTERRA.com.